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Please note the skill level when selecting a class:

- BEGINNER: These classes are suited for the beginner sewer, one who has little or no experience.

- ADVANCED BEGINNER - INTERMEDIATE: These classes are suited for the advanced beginner to intermediate sewers. Students should be able to use a sewing machine and follow printed directions.

INTERMEDIATE - ADVANCED: These classes are suited for the intermediate to advanced sewers. Students should understand basic garment and construction techniques and be very comfortable using a sewing machine on their own.

ADVANCED: These classes are suited for long-time sewers. Students should be very comfortable with using sewing machines, reading and following printed directions, and have advanced knowledge on garment and construction techniques.

	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 CHOOSE: Fall/Winter A: Saturdays, August 14 - 21; 10:15 am -1:15 pm FILLED OR B: Saturdays, September 11-18; 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm FILLED OR C: Saturdays, October 9-16; 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm OR D: Saturdays, November 13-20; 10:15 am -1:15 pm OR E: Saturdays, December 4-11; 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm OR F: Saturdays, January 8-15; 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm Tuition: Section:  C: Sat. Oct 9-16   2:00 pm - 5:00 pmD: Sat. Nov 13-20    10:15 am - 1:15 pmE: Sat. Dec 4-11   2:00 pm - 5:00 pmF: Sat. Jan 8-15   2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
	101 - BEGINNER SKIRT Adults and teens learn the basics including: how to read and follow a pattern, and select an appropriate fabric, while making a stylish A-line skirt with a zipper and waistband, using Burda's #8344. 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 / LURILEE SPRINGER-WILSON     4 sessions $80.00 CHOOSE: Fall/Winter A: Thursdays, July 15 - Aug 5; 10:15 am - 1:15 pm OR B: Thursdays, Sept 9-30; 5:45 pm - 8:45 pm OR C: Mondays, October 4-25; 10:15 am - 1:15 pm OR D: Saturdays, January 8-29; 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm Tuition: Section:  B: Thurs. Sept 9-30   5:45 pm - 8:45 pm C: Mon. Oct 4-25    10:15 am - 1:15 pm D: Sat. Jan 8-29   2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
	105 - HAND SEWING WORKSHOP I Learn basic hand sewing stitches, the proper way to sew buttons with and without shanks, applying hooks & eyes, various hemming stitches, and other commonly used hand stitches. Teacher: ANNIE DIAZ    1 session $25.00 (includes kit) CHOOSE: Fall/Winter A: Wednesday, August 18; 5:45 pm - 8:45 pm OR B: Sunday, November 14; 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Tuition: Section:  B: Sun. Nov 14    1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
	107 - APRON-OLOGY FOR MEN & WOMEN Looking for a quick and easy class for learning beginning sewing skills? Look no further! Join this class and make a stylish apron for the kitchen, grill or garden! We will use Kwik Sew #2311 and the fabric of your choice. Aprons make great gifts for Mother's or Father's Day, birthdays etc. Teacher: JANICE SHELTON    2 sessions $40.00 CHOOSE: Winter/Spring A: Sundays, December 5-12; 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Tuition: Section:  A: Sun. Dec 5-12   1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
	113 - RIBBON FLOWERS WORKSHOP Learn to make exquisite ribbon flowers, combining ribbon colors, textures and widths for amazing results, for treasured embellishments on apparel or home accessories. Fee includes a sample kit and the fabulous text, RIBBONWORK by Helen Gibb. Teacher: LUCKY WEDDIGEN    1 session $65.00. CHOOSE: Fall/Winter A: Sunday, October 3; 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm OR B: Sunday, January 9; 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Tuition: Section:  A: Sun Oct 3   1:00 pm - 4:00 pm A: Sun Jan 9   1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
	116 - COSMETIC BAG Create a purse or travel organizer made of festive ribbons. A great quick last-minute gift idea for a special friend. Teacher: LUCKY WEDDIGEN    1 session $20.00. CHOOSE: Fall/Winter A: Monday December 13; 5:45 - 8:45 pm Tuition: Section:  A: Mon Dec 13   5:45 pm - 8:45 pm
	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 CHOOSE: Fall/Winter A: Thursday, November 18; 10:15 am - 1:15 pm OR B: Monday, December 6; 5:45 pm - 8:45 pm Tuition: Section:  A: Thurs Nov 18   10:15 am - 1:15 pm B: Mon Dec 6   5:45 pm - 8:45 pm
	135 - COMMERCIAL PATTERNS ALTERATIONS WORKSHOP The focus of this class will be on basic alterations to any commercial paper pattern. You will learn how to shorten or lengthen sleeves, pant legs, and skirts; shorten or length bodices in dresses and crotches in pants. This class will also show you how to increase or decrease the waist and hip areas on any garment pattern. Teacher: ANNIE DIAZ     1 session $20.00 CHOOSE: Fall/Winter A: Wednesday, September 15; 5:45 pm - 8:45 pm OR B: Wednesday, January 5; 5:45 pm - 8:45 pm Tuition: Section:  A: Wed Sept 15   5:45 pm - 8:45 pm B: Wed Jan 5   5:45 pm - 8:45 pm
	201 - ADVANCED BEGINNER SKIRT Adults and teens expand your basic skills while making a stylish pencil skirt with an invisible zipper and Petersham ribbon waistband, using Butterick #3134. Learn quick and easy skills to apply to any garment. Students will learn appropriate fabric selection in the first session. Teacher: JANICE SHELTON / LURILEE SPRINGER-WILSON     4 sessions $80.00 CHOOSE: Fall/Winter A: Saturdays, October 23 - November 13; 10:15 am - 1:15 pm OR B: Mondays, November 1 - 22; 10:15 am - 1:15 pm Tuition: Section:  A: Sat Oct 23-Nov 13   10:15 am - 1:15 pm A: Mon Nov 1-22   10:15 am - 1:15 pm