I offer classes in smocking, embroidery, heirloom sewing, and silk ribbon embroidery.   All class fees include materials unless kit fees are noted.  Classes change monthly so check to see if there is something you’re interested in.   I will always try to accommodate customers if they are asking for a certain class or a technique they would like to learn.

Please pre-register for classes by calling 513-229-7340 so all your supplies will be ready for you.   Payment can be made the day of the class.

August Classes

Kelmscott:   This will be a stitch along from Handpicked #4.   This three piece sewing set includes a sewing bag, pincushion, and scissor sheath.   It will be constructed from navy blue silk dupioni and lined with a Verona floral print.  The embroidery is done with variegated floss and the stitches include the satin stitch, fly stitch, colonial knot, stem stitch and Palestrina stitch.  This will be a beautiful addition to your sewing collection and the envy of all your sewing buddies.      9/9, 9/16, 9/16, 9/23, 9/30 11-2,   $90.00.   All Materials provided.    Handpicked 4 book and 4″ and 6″ hoop required.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Reagan:   This little boys one piece romper features either a plain or smocked inset front.   The one view has a contrasting mock shirt with suspenders and the other has a smocked inset.  Both have Peter Pan collars.   This romper can have long or short legs with a snap crotch.  Fabric is your choice. Kit priced for long leg featherwale corduroy.  Sizes Newborn to 18 months.  This is a darling outfit for your little boy.   9/10, 9/17, 9/24.  11-3    $64.00  All materials and pattern included.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Basic Smocking:  Learn the basic stitches used in smocking along with a few construction tips.   You will learn the cable, trellis, French knots, outline, stem, flowerettes, and lazy daisy stitches on a pleated inset.   At the end of the class you will take home a pleated inset and a geometric pattern of your choice to start a project that can be used as an inset in a dress or outfit.  9/25 11-3  $35.00.  All materials provided

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Heirloom Sewing Basics:  In this notebook class you will learn the basics of heirloom sewing.   You will learn about laces, fabrics for heirloom sewing, techniques for sewing with laces, entredeux, how to do twin needle pintucks, puffing and much more.   Your notebook will have sewn samples for each technique along with the settings for your machine. This is one of my favorite classes to teach and you will leave this class with the knowledge to start a heirloom sewn project. 9/20  11-3.  $35.00   Please bring your machine along with all its sewing feet.

Miniature Hoop Scissor Fob: This darling little fob will be embroidered on silk dupioni with silk ribbon embroidery and placed in a small hoop.  A twisted cord will attach your fob to your embroidery scissors.    A quick little project that will teach you a few basic silk ribbon stitches and finishing of your fob.  9/18 11-3.  23.00.  All materials provided.

 

 

 

 

Stitch In:  Get together and enjoy some time to catch up on your unfinished projects with other ladies.   Tuesdays   11-2   No charge.