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.

 

April Classes

 

Reindeer Wish:   Never too early to start on Christmas. This stitch a long is from Inspirations #128.   This little 4″ ornament features a polka dot fabric background.   The reindeer is embroidered with cotton floss and embellished with sequins, beads, and a pinecone charm.   The ornament is edged with bicone crystal bead.    A beautiful little project.  4/14, 4/21, 4/28.  11–3  $53.00. All materials provided.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Piper:    This new pattern from Children’s Corner features a sleeveless bubble with a ruffle over the shoulder.   It can be either smocked or not.  What a great project for a summer outfit.    Size 3 mo to 24 mo.   Use one of my summer prints for a sweet bubble.   4/8, 4/15, 4/22.  11-3.   $55.00.    Includes all fabric, piping notions, and pattern.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Beginning Smocking:  This class is designed to teach beginning smocking stitches on pleated fabric.   You will learn to read a graph, learn construction tips, and how to do the cable, wave, French knot, flowerette, and lazy daisy stitches.   At the end of the class you will leave with an inset and smocking design to take home and work on and reinforce your newly acquired skills.  All materials provided. 4/11  11-3.   $35.00.

 

 

Picture Smocking:  Learn the best way to stack cables to form figures.   This class will give you the knowledge to do this.   You will smock on a pleated inset the beginning design of your choice.   You will learn about back smocking, centering, changing colors midrow, and how to read a graph.   4/29 11-3  $35.00.   All materials provided.