Location & Hours
- Mon., Wed., Thurs. 10 - 9
- Tues. Fri. & Sat. 10 - 6
- Sun. 12-5
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- 905 S. Main St.,
- Royal Oak, MI 48067 Map
- (248) 541-0010
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Advanced Beginner
These classes are suited for the advanced beginner to intermediate sewers. Students should be able to use a sewing machine and follow printed directions.
125 - Bias A-Line Skirt
Adults and teens learn the basics of sewing including basic sewing machine functions, read and follow a pattern, and select appropriate fabric. Students will make a stylish, easy to wear bias cut A-line skirt using Butterick #5431. Students will be advised on selecting appropriate fabrics and sewing supplies during the first session.
4 sessions $100
Level: 
Advanced Beginner
Teacher: Kay Soyka
Section: Winter / Spring
A: Saturdays, June 8 -29; 2:00 - 5:00 pm
200 - Annie's Workroom
Is there a garment you've been dying to make, but don't see a class for? Is there a pattern you need help fitting? Or maybe there's a project that you've already started, but need a little help. Do you need help with alterations on a ready-made garment? Then this is the class for you. Annie is available to help you through all your sewing issues. Pre-requisite: The completion of advanced beginner garment sewing class OR consent from teacher.
3 sessions $75.00
Level: Advanced Beginner
Teacher: Annie Diaz
Section: Fall / Spring
A: Mondays, July 15 - 29; 5:45pm - 8:45pm
B: Mondays, Oct 7 - 21; 5:45pm - 8:45pm
201 - Advanced Beginner Skirt
Adults and teens expand your basic skills while making a stylish pencil skirt with an invisible zipper, a Petersham ribbon waistband and a lining using Vogue #8603. Learn quick and easy skills to apply to any garment. Students will learn appropriate fabric selection in the first session.
4 sessions $100.00
Level: Advanced Beginner
Teacher: Linda Reynolds
Section: Winter / Spring
A: Thursdays, Aug. 8 - 29; 10:15am - 1:15pm
B: Thursdays, Oct 17 - Nov. 7; 5:45pm - 8:45pm
211 - Bridal Veil Workshop
In this hands-on workshop you’ll create a sample veil, while learning basic layout, cutting and sewing techniques, as well as how to embellish with a beautiful lace or ribbon edge, so you can make your own fabulous bridal veil at home. The retail costs of these veils in bridal specialty shops can run from $200 to $2,000, but you can make one yourself for a fraction of the cost!
1 session $35 (includes kit)
Level: Advanced Beginner to Intermediate
Teacher: Patty Weir
Session: Fall / Winter
A: Saturday, Oct. 12; 2:00pm - 5:00pm
218 - Stylish Sleeveless Sheath Dress
Dresses are back in style. Learn to make this basic, yet versatile sleeveless sheath dress using McCalls pattern #2401 in addition to the many styles featured on the pattern, students will have the option of choosing from 3 additional and very stylish, neckline treatments - fold-over cowl, crisscross tucks and exposed darts. You will learn how to use a pattern, select the appropriate woven fabric and insert darts, facings and an invisible zipper.
4 sessions $100.00
Level: Advanced Beginner / Intermediate
Teacher: Linda Reynolds
Section: Fall / Winter
A: Sundays, Oct. 6 - 27; 1:00pm - 4:00pm
230 - Zippers Workshop
The focus of this class will be on basic installation of three different type of zippers in both new or replacement in existing garments. You will learn the correct technique to put in a regular dress zipper, an invisible zipper and a separating zipper.
1 session $35
Level: Advanced Beginner
Teacher: Annie Diaz
Session: Winter /Spring
A: Monday, Sept. 9; 5:45pm - 8:45pm
B: Monday, Dec 2; 5:45pm - 8:45pm
232 - Cozy Fleece Robe
Just in time for winter - learn how to work with soft fleece by making a cozy robe using Butterick #5724. You will learn how to set in sleeves, how to apply pockets and other sewing skills that can apply to any garment. With so many types of fleece avaialble, it's a perfect gift idea for all your loved ones.
4 sessions $100
Level: Advanced Beginner - Intermediate
Teacher: Linda Reynolds
Session: Fall / Winter
A: Sundays, November 3 - 24; 1:00pm - 4:00pm
250 – Easy Maxi Dress
Learn how fun and easy it is to sew with knits while making a simple trendy long dress with McCalls #6700. Adults and older teens will learn sewing basics including how to read and follow a pattern, operate a sewing machine, and how to work with knit fabrics.
4 Sessions $100.00
Level: Advanced Beginner to Intermediate
Teacher: Kay Soyka
Section: Fall / Winter
A: Wednesday,July 10 - Aug 7(skip 7/24); 5:45pm – 8:45pm
275 – Simple Retro Summer Dress
Advance your basic sewing skills was you take a step back in time with this fashionable versatile summer dress using Butterick #5708. You will learn how to use a pattern, select the appropriate woven fabric, facings, and an invisible zipper.
4 Sessions $100.00
Level: Advanced Beginner to Intermediate
Teacher: Kay Soyka
Section: Fall / Winter
A: Fridays, July 5 - 26; 10:15am – 1:15pm
602 - Advanced Beginner Pillow
Create a beautiful new pillow for your home! Expand your pillow making skills as you learn to insert a zipper, use lip cord and expand your choice of fabrics. The techniques you learn in this class will help with other home dec. classes or projects that you undertake. Pre-requisite: Beginner Pillow or permission of instructor.
4 sessions $100
Level: Advanced Begniner
Teacher: Marj Tracey
Session: Fall / Winter
A: Wednesdays, June 5 - 26; 5:45 - 8:45 pm
B: Wednesdays, Sept. 11 - Oct. 2; 10:15am - 1:15pm
C: Sundays, Nov. 3 - 24; 1:00pm - 4:00pm
D: Wednesdas, Jan. 8 - 29; 10:15am - 1:15pm
614 - Holiday Tree Skirt
3 sessions $75.00
Level: Advanced Beginner / Intermediate
Teacher: Linda Reynolds
Section: Fall / Winter
A: Saturdays, Nov 9 - 23; 2:00pm - 5:00pm
616 - Holiday Table Runner
No pattern needed to make this very simple, yet elegant table runner. Make yours in a beautiful brocade, silk or home dec fabric. Great gift idea but you’ll want one for your own home as well.
1 session $35.00
Level: Advanced Beginner / Intermediate
Teacher: Sandra Legg
Session: Fall / Winter
A: Saturday, Nov. 9; 10:15am - 1:15pm
625 - Lip Cord & Welting Workshop
How do they do that? Learn how to join twisted lip cord flawlessly, blending ends together to make it look continuous. Learn to master your own welting and the little tips on the application of both decorated edges. Also as an added bonus, learn to install an invisible zipper once you add your cording/welting.
1 session $50.00 (includes kit)
Level: Advanced Beginner to Intermediate
Teacher: Marina Romano
Session: Winter / Spring
A: Sunday, May 19; 12:00pm - 5:00pm
B: Sunday, July 14; 12:00pm - 5:00pm
C: Sunday, Sept. 15; 12:00pm - 5:00pm
633 - Basic Roman Shade
Join this class and construct a working Roman Shade to give your home a new look! The first class will be a demonstration and selection of fabric and notions. In the remaining classes we will complete construction. Maximum finished shade width is 50".
3 sessions $75.00
Level: Advanced Beginner to Intermediate
Teacher: Marj Tracey
Session: Fall / Winter
A: Mondays, July 8 - 22; 10:15am - 1:15pm
B: Wednesdays, Nov. 13 - Dec. 4 (skip 11/27); 5:45pm - 8:45pm