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010 - HAND SEWING FOR KIDS
Kids (ages 8-11) and teens (ages 12-16) will learn the basics of hand sewing, including: various commonly used stitches, basting, the proper way to sew on a button, and a couple of decorative stitches. All of the techniques that the students will learn, will be incorporated into a needle case they can use for their future sewing projects.

Teacher: EVELYN PINKARD     1 session $26.00 (includes kit)

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Fall/Winter
B: Sunday, January 4; 1:00 - 4:00 pm

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012 - KIDS FLEECE ACCESSORIES
Fleece accessories are always popular and fun to make. In this class kids will make 2 hat and scarf sets. One to keep and one to give away! Come alone or with a friend for lots of fun!

Teacher: BECKY THORNTON     2 sessions $40.00

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Fall/Winter
A: Saturdays, Jan. 17 - Jan 24; 10:15 am - 1:15 pm

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068 - KIDS/TEEN PURSE
Kids and teens come learn to sew or practice the skills you have and make a stylish bag using McCall's # 5486 and your imagination! Learn to read and follow a pattern, as well as basic construction skills, while using a sewing machine.

Teacher: BECKY THORTON     3 sessions $60.00

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Fall/Winter
A: Saturdays, Nov. 8 - 22; 2:00 - 5:00 pm

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100 - SO YOU WANT TO LEARN TO SEW
Are you "sewing illiterate"? If so, this class is for you. The goal of this course is to prepare you for beginner-level classes and basic home sewing. No projects will be assigned. You will learn about stitch settings, threading the machine, and bobbin winding. You will also be taught about notions, interfacings, and sewing patterns.

Teacher: STEPHANIE HAMLET     2 sessions $40.00

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Fall/Winter
F: Wednesday, Dec. 3; 5:45 - 8:45 pm AND Saturday, Dec. 6; 2:00 - 5:00 pm - FILLED
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G: Saturdays, Jan. 10 - 17; 10:15 am - 1:15 pm - FILLED
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H: Saturdays, Nov. 15 - 22; 10:15 am - 1:15 pm - FILLED

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101 - BEGINNER SKIRT
Adults and teens learn all the basics including: how to read and follow a pattern, and select an appropriate fabric, while making a stylish A-line skirt with an zipper and waistband, using McCall's # 2029. Learn quick and easy skills to apply to any garment. Students will learn to select appropriate fabrics in the first class session.

Teacher: JANICE SHELTON     4 sessions $80.00

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Fall/Winter
B: Saturdays, Nov. 1 - 22; 10:15 am - 1:15 pm
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C: Saturdays, Jan. 10 - 31; 2:00 - 5:00 pm - FILLED

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107 - APRON-OLOGY FOR MEN & WOMEN
Looking for a quick and easy class for learning or practicing sewing skills? Look no further. Join this class and make a stylish apron for the kitchen, grill or garden! Use Mcall's # 2947 and the fabric of your choice. Aprons make great gifts for any holiday too!

Teacher: DENISE ROACH    2 sessions $40.00

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Fall/Winter
A: Saturdays, Dec. 6 - 13; 10:15 am - 1:15 pm

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130 - KEYHOLE SCARF
Use beautiful fabrics and trims to create one-of-a-kind scarves. Learn exciting techniques to apply trims and turn your scarf into a work of art. Perfect to dress up your wardrobe or give as a very special holiday gift. You will want to make one for everyone on your holiday gift list!

Teacher: LUCKY WEDDIGEN     1 session $20.00

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Fall/Winter
A: Monday, Dec. 8; 5:45 - 8:45 pm - FILLED

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202 - HAND SEWING WORKSHOP II
Hand Sewing Workshop II is finally here! Learn to sew buttonholes, rolled hems, and prick stitched zippers - all by hand! We will also cover some decorative stitches.

Teacher: EVELYN PINKARD     1 session $27.00 (includes kit)

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Fall/Winter
B: Friday, Dec. 5; 2:00 - 5:00 pm

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502 - BEGINNER PILLOW
Beginning sewers learn the basics while making two beautiful decorative square or rectangular pillows, using bias-cut fabric-covered cording and inserted trims. Class will include learning how to use a rotary cutter, cutting bias and using a zipper foot to cover cording. Many of the techniques learned in this beginning class will apply to future home decorating classes.

Teacher: MARJ TRACEY     3 sessions $60.00

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Fall/Winter
C: Sundays, Jan. 4 - 18; 1:00 - 4:00 pm

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515 - SIMPLE CURTAIN
Beginners learn how to sew as you dress up living room, bedroom, kitchen, or bathroom windows. Make a simple rod-pocket window treatment, lined or unlined, to use alone or over blinds or shades. You leave class with a custom curtain that fits your décor!

Teacher: CINDY KOLPACKE     3 sessions $60.00

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Fall/Winter
B: Thursdays, Jan 8 - 22; 5:45 - 8:45 pm

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