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Make a Simple Skirt
Make Knit Leggings
Make a Button Close Tote
Sewing to Save Lives
Kitty Socialization Bag
Expand your sewing techniques with in-depth studies.
Learn some very basic alterations, including hemming a skirt or dress pants, hemming jeans, and shortening cuffs on a dress shirt or blouse.
If you have a skirt or pair of pants you need guidance on, please bring them along to discuss!
So shortening your pants or skirt is a breeze, but what if the waist is too wide? Or that blouse is a bit too roomy? Join us for this class and add some class to your wardrobe with these easy tailoring tricks.
If you have a shirt or skirt you'd like some guidance on,
bring it along!
So you know how do make great basic seams, but you want to take your techniques to the next level...this is the class for you! Learn french seams, flat felled (jeans) seams, and a decorative seam or two! Perfect for those dressier projects!
Learn how to insert the tricky lapped zipper, and an easy trick for installing zippers in pants with a fly in this toothy tutorial
We HIGHLY recommend taking zippers 101 before taking this class
Patch pockets and side seam pockets are useful, but welted and zippered pockets are BEAUTIFUL! Learn how to make a single or double welted pocket, and how to make a zippered pocket opening.
We HIGHLY recommend taking zippers 101 before taking this class
Have you ever wondered what all those weird feet are for your sewing machine? Want to unlock expert results and simplify your techniques? Then you need to join us for our Happy Feet class! We'll discuss many of the "standard" extra feet that come with sewing machines, and some specialty feet and how to locate them for your specific model. You'll be dancing with joy and ideas after this class!
Interfacing and facings are a common occurrence in sewing, and proper facing execution will give your garments a crisp and professional finish. Interfacing is crucial to giving your garment shape and form, even though you don't see it. Learn about the different forms of interfacing, how to apply them, how to understitch a seam, and how to sew a great facing every time!
The big 3 for shaping your sewing projects are pleats, darts & gathers. Learn how to properly execute each of the big 3, and how they apply to your body and fitting of your project.
Two of the most popular finishes for home decor items, both bias tape and piping are easy and fun to add to almost any project! Learn how to properly apply bias tape for the best finish, sew mitered corners, and choose the right size for your project. Piping adds a great embellishment to your seams, and is simpler to apply than you think!
Gimme FIVE!
Scared a bit of knits, but want to learn and make something that fits great? This 5 part course will guide you though the assembly process, so you feel comfortable sewing knits and learn some handy techniques. Also, it is beneficial if you have a sewing machine at home, as this session does encourage students to sew in-between classes. If you do not have a machine, please contact us to discuss options. If you are a slow sewer you may need to purchase additional class time to complete your leggings.
Make a basic A-line skirt from a pattern, solidifying the skills of seams, edge finishes, and zippers. This 5 part course will guide you through the assembly process, and get you comfortable with sewing on your own!
Also, it is beneficial if you have a sewing machine at home, as this session does encourage students to sew in-between classes. If you do not have a machine, please contact us to discuss options. If you are a slow sewer you may need to purchase additional class time to complete your skirt.
Make a tote bag from a pattern, solidifying the skills of seams, edge finishes, button holes, and pattern cutting. We'll review the basics of reading a pattern, understanding the diagrams and directions, and how to add your own special touches during the process.
This course will be offered via 5 classes in succession. It is beneficial if you have a sewing machine at home, as this class does encourage students to sew in-between classes. If you do not have a machine, please contact us to discuss options. If you are a slow sewer you may need to purchase additional class time to complete your tote bag.
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new class offeringsand upcoming specials & coupons!
Tish is an excellent teacher. With a limited number of students attending, the studio is a comfortable environment to learn in and ask questions, and to go through your teachable moments. In addition to the hands-on session, the video series that she provides (with quizzes!) is super helpful in reinforcing what you learn. I gain a lot out of hybrid work, and I highly recommend HISS classes to anyone who's interested in sewing. All the sewing videos on YouTube alone are NOT going to cut it.
-Kat
Use your newfound skills to create fun and engaging items!
Pillow cover with a zipper
$49
Make a pillow cover with an invisible zipper opening, and finished edges of piping! Be sure to bring the square pillow you are making the cover for, so we can measure it for fit!
Sewing to Save Lives
Kitty Socialization Bag
$45
Tired of the typical "make an apron" class that really doesn't teach you how to sew? Don't need another tote bag, but you'd like to sew something fun and make a difference? We think that you can change the world one project at a time, so we've teamed up with the Aurora Animal Shelter to make a difference in the lives of kitties who need homes!
Make a Sewing Tool Bag
$49
Make this neat bag that keeps your sewing tools at your fingertips and also reinforces your bias tape and piping skills! Fits conveniently under your sewing machine so you don't need clips or screws, and your bag can travel with you and your machine!
Make a pillow cover with an invisible zipper opening, and finished edges of piping! Be sure to bring the square pillow you are making the cover for, so we can measure it for fit!
Make this neat bag that keeps your sewing tools at your fingertips and also reinforces your bias tape and piping skills! Fits conveniently under your sewing machine so you don't need clips or screws, and your bag can travel with you and your machine!
Tired of the typical "make an apron" class that really doesn't teach you how to sew? Don't need another tote bag, but you'd like to sew something fun and make a difference? We think that you can change the world one project at a time, so we've teamed up with the Aurora Animal Shelter to make a difference in the lives of kitties who need homes!
Join our Mailing List to find out about our 5 class packages,
new class offerings, and upcoming specials & coupons!
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Make Knit Leggings
This course includes How to Read Patterns, Cutting your Fabric, Knit Wits, and a two hour assembly session!
Student Materials: New Look pattern # 6449
(NO SUBSTITUTIONS!)
Washed & Pressed Fabric according
to pattern requirements, thread
Bring your cut fabric pieces to the first assembly class
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Make a Simple Skirt
This course includes How to Read Patterns, Cutting your Fabric, Zippers, Buttonholes, and a two hour assembly session!
Student Materials: Simplicity Learn to Sew # 2314
Washed & Pressed Fabric according to
pattern requirements, zipper, thread
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Sewing To Save Lives:
Kitty Socialization Bag
This course is 90min long, and it's best if you have some sewing experience.
All Materials Supplied!
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Make a Button Close Tote
This course includes How to Read Patterns, Cutting your Fabric, Zippers, Buttonholes, and a two hour assembly session!
Student Materials: Simplicity 9308
(NO SUBSTITUTIONS!)
Washed & Pressed Fabric according
to pattern requirements, buttons, zippers, thread
Bring your cut fabric pieces to the first assembly class
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Make Knit Leggings
This course includes How to Read Patterns, Cutting your Fabric, Knit Wits, and a two hour assembly session!
Student Materials: New Look pattern # 6449
(NO SUBSTITUTIONS!)
Washed & Pressed Fabric according
to pattern requirements, thread
Bring your cut fabric pieces to the first assembly class
