CLASS SCHEDULE
APRIL - JUNE 2008
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CLASSES FOR CHILDREN & YOUTH |
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Sewing for Young People -JoAnn Brown Young people age 10 and up can join this class at anytime, space permitting. Learn to sew easy garments, home decorating items, toys, accessories, and more. Limited enrollment to allow for individual attention. Call for class availability. This continues to be a popular class! Thursdays, 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Cost: $20.00 per session or 6 sessions for $100.00 |
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SEWING FOR ADULTS |
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4 X 4 Jacket - Hilda Downing Sure to become a favorite, this casual-fit jacket has roomy front pockets (optional), a decorative button, and is fully lined. This is a great project to use up lots of scraps. Lots of pressing and sewing, but lots of fun! Pattern required. Monday, May 5, 12, 19, June 2 (6 weeks) 6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Cost: $45.00 |
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Make Friends with Your Sewing Machine - Gaynell Cooper Did you just get a new sewing machine? Do you have a sewing machine that you haven’t used in a while or not at all? Bring it to this popular class and learn how to thread, adjust the settings, and conquer the fear of using it. Go home with a project! Saturday, May 31 (1 week) 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Cost: $30.00 |
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Tuesday Adult Sewing - Gaynell Cooper Come to this class to make your own machine-sewn projects from simple patterns. Learn to read the symbols and follow instructions to create a simple garment, tote bag, place mats, or other accessories. Not designed for large home decorating items. Small class size; don’t wait to register! Meets Tuesdays unless otherwise announced 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Cost: $15.00 per session |
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Saturday Adult Sewing - Gaynell Cooper Same class structure as the Tuesday class description above. Saturday, June 7, 14, 21, 28 (4 weeks) 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Cost: $15.00 per session |
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KNITTING CLASSES FOR ADULTS |
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Drop-In Knitting/Crocheting - JoAnn Brown This "Thursday Drop-In" is designed for individualized instruction on your knitting or crocheting projects. No advance sign-up necessary. Just come whenever your schedule allows. JoAnn will get you started or help you with your problem to keep you going! Meets every Thursday unless otherwise announced 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. OR 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Cost: $12.00 per session |
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Entrelac Shawl - JoAnn Brown Not only can you learn the fascinating technique of Entrelac, but you can discover a brand new self-striping yarn that adapts to the pattern perfectly. Two nights will get you well on your way! Tuesday, April 14, 21, 28 (3 weeks) 6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Cost: $40.00 |
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Ruffled Roses Scarf - JoAnn Brown You won’t believe how magic the yarn is for this most attractive project. It is a kind of ribbon, but really not, kind of mesh, but really not, but really does look like roses on the edge of this scarf. Knit from each end toward the middle; you will learn a simple lace pattern and simple rib as well as the edging. Pattern is free with class and yarn purchase. Tuesday, May 13, 20 (2 weeks) 6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Cost: $40.00 plus one skein specialty yarn |
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Baby Surprise Jacket - JoAnn Brown Let go! You will be knitting an adorable baby’s jacket in garter knit not knowing what is what and what will go where. All of a sudden, two little folds and the project is done. This project is a great one for beginners and experienced knitters alike. Pattern is free with the class and yarn purchase. Monday, June 9, 16, 23 (3 weeks) 6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Cost: $40.00 |
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QUILTING CLASSES FOR ADULTS |
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Machine Quilting - Hilda Downing Learn simple tactics that will help you to be more successful with your free-motion quilting. Anyone can conquer the “mystery” of quilting with some simple methods. Saturday, April 3 (1 week) 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Cost: $40.00 |
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Rosy Runner - Hilda Downing No time to make a full sized quilt? Skinny Quilts is the answer. Put a Rosy Runner on your table, the back of a chair or hang on a wall to bring flowers into your home. Excellent for beginners. A great first quilt project! Book required. Tuesday, April 8, 15, 22 (3 weeks) 6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Cost: $35.00 |
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Redwork/Applique Club - Gaynell Cooper Create your own quilt sampler or other project from traditional hand embroidery or redwork (or blue work). Combine your blocks with those of other techniques if you wish. You may also do hand applique or any other handwork you like. Make it a relaxing evening to express your creativity. Many patterns will be available. Meets Monthly, First Tuesdays 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Cost: $12.00 per session |
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Paper-Piecing Club - Kim Spinelli This is an on-going class that teaches you the precision of the paper-piecing technique. Have more fun than you could ever dream of by using scraps and small pieces of fabrics. Patterns provided. Meets Monthly, Last Tuesdays 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Cost: $12.00 per session |
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ACCESSORIES, DOLLS, ETC. |
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Pillow Class - Anita Ayoob Another chance to make a pillow! Come and learn how to make a pillow with the professional touch. You will make corded piping and insert a zipper the right way! Class size limited; register now! Saturday, May 17 (1 week) 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Cost: $30.00 |
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Miranda Day Bag - Hilda Downing This class is back again due to popular request! The perfect companion for a lady on the go. Loaded with 10 inside pockets, choose short or long fabric handles, or indulge in gorgeous fashion handles. Great for large scale prints. Pattern required. Friday, May 9, 16, 23 (3 weeks) 6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Cost: $45.00 |
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SPECIAL EVENTS |
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************SPECIAL EVENT************ ANNUAL QUILTING WEEKEND AT FABRIC TREE FRI., MAY 2 & SAT., MAY 3, 2008 Join us for this annual two-day quilting marathon. It’s packed with hours of quality quilting time where you may choose to do the special project or work on your own quilts. Our special project this year is Quick Trip Quilts, using Eleanor Burns’ easy techniques for sewing bargello-style and trip around the world patterns. She makes everything easier than it looks and you’re guaranteed to have a successful finished project! Mark your calenders and make plans now! Register early. Friday Workshop at FabricTree 19 Sugar Hollow Rd. Danbury, CT 06810 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. $35.00 Saturday Workshop at Brookfield Congregational Church Cor. Rte. 133 & Tower Rd. Brookfield, CT 06804 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. $45.00
Register for both days and save $5.00! Details in the store!
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