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- 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
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.
316 - Basic Pattern Drafting - Slopers
Create your own personal pattern making tool. The Sloper is the foundation or master pattern used in pattern making. This class will result in 5 personally fitted master pattern pieces – BODICE: Front & Back; SKIRT; Front & Back; Sleeve This class is required / recommended before taking all pattern making classes.
This is a required / recommended before taking all pattern making classes.
8 sessions $250 (includes text material)
Level: 
Intermediate to Advanced
Teacher: Gwen Powell
Session: Fall / Winter
A: Thursdays, Sept. 12 - Oct. 31; 10:15am - 1:15pm
317 - Basic Pattern Making Skills
This class take you from the beginning stages of designing patterns. You will be covering various ways of adjusting your slopers to different seam lines, gathers, pleats, etc., all elements of design.
PRE-REQUISITE: #316 – Sloper or equivalent class. All other inquiries with permission from the instructor.
8 sessions $250 (includes text material)
Level: Intermediate to Advanced
Teacher: Gwen Powel
Session: Winter / Spring
A: Mondays, May 6 - July 1 (skip 5/27); 10:15 - 1:15 pm
B: Thursdays, May 16 - June 27 (8th session TBD); 5:45 - 8:45 pm
318 - Finishing & Determining Construction
Pattern Making requires an understanding of construction and finishing. Participants will focus on developing advanced pattern making skills. Participants will select individual designs and complete the pattern and construction plan.
PRE- REQUISITE: Require a personal sloper and basic pattern making skills. (see class #316 and # 317)
8 sessions $250 (includes text materials)
Level: Intermediate to Advanced
Teacher: Gwen Powel
Session: Fall / Winter
A: Monday, Sept. 9 - Oct. 28; 10:15pm - 1:15pm
B: Thursday, Sept. 12 - Oct. 31; 5:45pm - 8:45pm
337 - SImple Silk Jacket
Have you always wanted to sew something in silk or silky fabrics but were afraid to try? Using this simple, yet elegant, loose-fitting Vogue jacket pattern #1243 designed by Sandra Betzina, you can do it! Learn some of the tricks of working with silk and silky fabrics. This is the perfect starting point for you to sew something beautiful in silk. Fashion fabric will not be needed until the second class.
3 sessions $75.00
Level: Intermediate / Advanced
Teacher: Sandra Legg
Session: Fall / Winter
A: Thursdays, Sept. 5 - 19; 10:15 am - 1:15 pm
343 - Faux Fur Coat or Vest
Create a hot fashion favorite for cool weather – a luxurious, lined faux fur coat, jacket, or vest as shown in top designer lines. Learn sewing tips for dense furs too. Patterns TBD.
4 sessions $100.00
Teacher: Kay Soyka
Level: Intermediate / Advanced
Session: Fall / Winter
A: Saturdays, November 2 - 23; 2:00pm - 5:00pm
375 - Advanced Leather Tote
Learn how easy it is to sew with leather as you make your own stylish tote. Students will learn the techniques and tools needed to successfully sew on this unique material. Skills learned from this class will give you the confidence to conquer larger, more sophisticated leather projects. We will be working with light-weight leather skins which will be available, along with other sewing supplies for purchase during the first session.
4 sessions $100.00
Teacher: Kay Soyka
Level: Advanced
Session: Fall / Winter
A: Wednesdays, Oct. 16 - Nov. 6; 5:45pm - 8:45pm
400 - Bound Buttonholes
With a little preparation you can make bound buttonholes that will all be the same size and all look the same without the use of any gadgets.
1 Sessions $45.00
Level: Advanced
Teacher: Marina Romano
Section: Winter / Spring
A: Sunday, June 9; 12:00 - 5:00 pm
601 - Upholstered Ottoman
Learn simple upholstery techniques as you transform an old footstool, bench or table into a trendy ottoman! The first class session will be demonstration and the "tear-down" of your base. In the remaining three classes, you will rebuild, reupholster, and trim your new piece!
PRE-REQUISITE: #502 & #602 Pillow Classes. NOT RECOMMENDED FOR BEGINNERS.
4 sessions $125.00
Level: Advanced
Teacher: Marina Romano
Session: Winter / Spring
A: Sundays, April 7 - 28; 12:00 - 5:00 pm
703 - Boxed Cushions
Want to add a handsome accent to benches or window seats, or just need to recover tired cushions? You'll learn all the techniques in this class, plus zipper insertion and perfect stand-up corners.
PRE-REQUISITE: #502 and ability to cover cording or permission of the instructor.
4 sessions $125.00
Level: Advanced
Teacher: Marina Romano
Session: Fall / Winter
A: Sundays, Aug. 4 - 25; 12:00pm - 5:00pm
B: Sundays, Oct. 6 - 27; 12:00pm - 5:00pm
708 - Advanced Drapery
Learn how to make pleated draperies, a classic, ever-popular window treatment. Create a personalized look by changing the style and spacing of the pleats, or choose the more informal tab-top drape. The first class will be a discussion of style, fabric choices, and supplies. In the next three classes you will make a custom window treatment for your home.
4 sessions $100
Level: Intermediate to Advanced
Teacher: Marj Tracey
Session: Fall / Winter
A: Wednesdays, July 10 - 31; 5:45pm - 8:45pm