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Class Information
We use a wide screen TV so that everyone can see in class.
General Information about our confidence building Classes
All of our sew-in classes are hands-on.
When you bring a machine to class, please make sure that your machine is in good working order, OR you may borrow a machine from us. Please let us know in advance.
If you do not see a class or topics you would like us to offer, please contact us at 503-393-0132 and we will try to design a class for you.
All classes are held for two hours unless otherwise specified.
Our Friendly Class Policies
- If you must cancel class, allow at least two weeks notice for full in store credit.
- Arrive on time and be ready to learn with materials & supplies prepared for class.
- Leave your area clean for the next class.
- Please make sure cell phones are off & put away, as they are a distraction.
- Children are welcome, but must be considered a cell phone.
- Please keep extra talking to a minimum while the teacher is talking.
- Many people are allergic to fragrance- please act accordingly.
- Thank you for your consideration for others.
BASIC SEWING KIT
All of the hands-on sewing classes will need a basic set of supplies that you like to use when sewing. In addition to the materials listed with each class, please bring the following items to each class:
1. Your sewing machine in good repair, cleaned and oiled with the foot control and cord. If you need to borrow one of ours, please let us know at least 48 hours in advance.
2. Good scissors--1 pair for cutting fabric and 1 pair for snipping threads. You may also want to bring a pair for paper if it is a pattern class.
3. Good rotary cutter and a small mat
4. Easy to read ruler
5. Extra machine needles, cutter blades, bobbins
6. Seam Ripper
7. Marking pencils of your choice
8. Small iron & ironing pad (Optional--we have 2 ironing stations)
9. "Best Press" or spray starch
10. 505 Temporary Spray Adhesive
11. Additional items that you like to have handy when you sew. Please share your ideas. We're always looking for new tips!
Not every class will require all of these items, but if you have your kit assembled, you will have everything you need for class.
Please be sure to check the website for instructions on what to do to prepare for your class. Most classes will need you to have your pattern and precut your fabric before your first class.
All of the hands-on sewing classes will need a basic set of supplies that you like to use when sewing. In addition to the materials listed with each class, please bring the following items to each class:
1. Your sewing machine in good repair, cleaned and oiled with the foot control and cord. If you need to borrow one of ours, please let us know at least 48 hours in advance.
2. Good scissors--1 pair for cutting fabric and 1 pair for snipping threads. You may also want to bring a pair for paper if it is a pattern class.
3. Good rotary cutter and a small mat
4. Easy to read ruler
5. Extra machine needles, cutter blades, bobbins
6. Seam Ripper
7. Marking pencils of your choice
8. Small iron & ironing pad (Optional--we have 2 ironing stations)
9. "Best Press" or spray starch
10. 505 Temporary Spray Adhesive
11. Additional items that you like to have handy when you sew. Please share your ideas. We're always looking for new tips!
Not every class will require all of these items, but if you have your kit assembled, you will have everything you need for class.
Please be sure to check the website for instructions on what to do to prepare for your class. Most classes will need you to have your pattern and precut your fabric before your first class.
Classes
2019 Sizzling Software Sampler
- Oct 18, 2019 10:00 am
- Oct 18, 2019 10:00 am
2019 Sizzling Software Sampler - Oct 18, 2019 10:00 am
This is a year Long Club that meets once a month or the third Friday or Saturday. Bring your laptop loaded with version 8.1 or Designer 7 and try new techniques. Lots of fun and someone to help you at every turn.
Cost: $ 100.00
This is a year Long Club that meets once a month or the third Friday or Saturday. Bring your laptop loaded with version 8.1 or Designer 7 and try new techniques. Lots of fun and someone to help you at every turn.
Cost: $ 100.00
2019 Sizzling Software Sampler
- Oct 19, 2019 10:00 am
- Oct 19, 2019 10:00 am
2019 Sizzling Software Sampler - Oct 19, 2019 10:00 am
This is a year Long Club that meets once a month or the third Friday or Saturday. Bring your laptop loaded with version 8.1 or Designer 7 and try new techniques. Lots of fun and someone to help you at every turn.
Cost: $ 100.00
This is a year Long Club that meets once a month or the third Friday or Saturday. Bring your laptop loaded with version 8.1 or Designer 7 and try new techniques. Lots of fun and someone to help you at every turn.
Cost: $ 100.00
Sturdy Tote- Grocery/shopping bag
- Oct 21, 2019 10:00 am
- Oct 21, 2019 10:00 am
Sturdy Tote- Grocery/shopping bag - Oct 21, 2019 10:00 am
This Sturdy, trendy bag is done with cork, kraft-tex, canvas, denim or quilting cottons. Great size for groceries, you can even make pockets to hold bottles, eggs, or frozen foods. Size is 17 1/2" wide, 15" tall & 5" deep. Easy to do, we have added our own touches.
Cost: $ 25.00
This Sturdy, trendy bag is done with cork, kraft-tex, canvas, denim or quilting cottons. Great size for groceries, you can even make pockets to hold bottles, eggs, or frozen foods. Size is 17 1/2" wide, 15" tall & 5" deep. Easy to do, we have added our own touches.
Cost: $ 25.00
Strippy Tree Skirt
- Oct 25, 2019 10:00 am
- Oct 25, 2019 10:00 am
Strippy Tree Skirt - Oct 25, 2019 10:00 am
Using the technique of strippy rugs, make a circular tree skirt using your scrap fabrics or a strippy package. three sizes to choose from: Small 25-26" wide, Med for a 4' to 6' tree 36-37" wide or 8' tree 49-52" wide.
Cost: $ 35.00
Using the technique of strippy rugs, make a circular tree skirt using your scrap fabrics or a strippy package. three sizes to choose from: Small 25-26" wide, Med for a 4' to 6' tree 36-37" wide or 8' tree 49-52" wide.
Cost: $ 35.00
Free Standing Nativity Scene
- Oct 24, 2019 10:00 am
- Oct 24, 2019 10:00 am
Free Standing Nativity Scene - Oct 24, 2019 10:00 am
Includes Mary, Joseph, Wise Men, Camels, Baby Jesus, Donkey Angel & Manger. 14 files
Cost: $ 60.00
Includes Mary, Joseph, Wise Men, Camels, Baby Jesus, Donkey Angel & Manger. 14 files
Cost: $ 60.00
School of Embroidery--5 months
- Nov 08, 2019 10:00 am
- Nov 08, 2019 10:00 am
School of Embroidery--5 months - Nov 08, 2019 10:00 am
School of Embroidery- will teach you various embroidery techniques in-depth. This class is for all brands of embroidery machine owners--not just BERNINA. We will have designs in most formats. Each class will require a kit costing $5 to $15.
Cost: $ 25.00
School of Embroidery- will teach you various embroidery techniques in-depth. This class is for all brands of embroidery machine owners--not just BERNINA. We will have designs in most formats. Each class will require a kit costing $5 to $15.
Cost: $ 25.00
Claudia's Creations Embroidery Workshop Dec 6 & 7th
- Dec 06, 2019 10:00 am
- Dec 06, 2019 10:00 am
Claudia's Creations Embroidery Workshop Dec 6 & 7th - Dec 06, 2019 10:00 am
Join us for 2 days of learning and fun with Claudia Dinnell of Claudia's Workshop. We make this beautiful Christmas quilt or her Nativity quilt (not shown). You will learn her techniques of multi-hooping for these larger scale scenes to make a wonderful keepsake . Claudia will supply the designs and 2 days of instruction. We supply lunch both days. Space is very limited so make your reservation now! $199.00
Cost: $ 199.00
Join us for 2 days of learning and fun with Claudia Dinnell of Claudia's Workshop. We make this beautiful Christmas quilt or her Nativity quilt (not shown). You will learn her techniques of multi-hooping for these larger scale scenes to make a wonderful keepsake . Claudia will supply the designs and 2 days of instruction. We supply lunch both days. Space is very limited so make your reservation now! $199.00
Cost: $ 199.00
School of Embroidery--5 months
- Dec 13, 2019 10:00 am
- Dec 13, 2019 10:00 am
School of Embroidery--5 months - Dec 13, 2019 10:00 am
School of Embroidery- will teach you various embroidery techniques in-depth. This class is for all brands of embroidery machine owners--not just BERNINA. We will have designs in most formats. Each class will require a kit costing $5 to $15.
Cost: $ 25.00
School of Embroidery- will teach you various embroidery techniques in-depth. This class is for all brands of embroidery machine owners--not just BERNINA. We will have designs in most formats. Each class will require a kit costing $5 to $15.
Cost: $ 25.00
Easy Christmas Gifts FREE
- Oct 26, 2019 10:00 am
- Oct 26, 2019 10:00 am
Easy Christmas Gifts FREE - Oct 26, 2019 10:00 am
We will be making several different gifts each Saturday and then you can make one it the afternoon or at home. This is a FREE demo for four (4) different Saturdays. Join us for fun, great ideas, and easy projects that all skill levels can do.
Cost: $ FREE
We will be making several different gifts each Saturday and then you can make one it the afternoon or at home. This is a FREE demo for four (4) different Saturdays. Join us for fun, great ideas, and easy projects that all skill levels can do.
Cost: $ FREE
Easy Christmas Gifts FREE
- Nov 02, 2019 10:00 am
- Nov 02, 2019 10:00 am
Easy Christmas Gifts FREE - Nov 02, 2019 10:00 am
We will be making several different gifts each Saturday and then you can make one it the afternoon or at home. This is a FREE demo for four (4) different Saturdays. Join us for fun, great ideas, and easy projects that all skill levels can do.
Cost: $ FREE
We will be making several different gifts each Saturday and then you can make one it the afternoon or at home. This is a FREE demo for four (4) different Saturdays. Join us for fun, great ideas, and easy projects that all skill levels can do.
Cost: $ FREE
Easy Christmas Gifts FREE
- Nov 23, 2019 10:00 am
- Nov 23, 2019 10:00 am
Easy Christmas Gifts FREE - Nov 23, 2019 10:00 am
We will be making several different gifts each Saturday and then you can make one it the afternoon or at home. This is a FREE demo for four (4) different Saturdays. Join us for fun, great ideas, and easy projects that all skill levels can do.
Cost: $ FREE
We will be making several different gifts each Saturday and then you can make one it the afternoon or at home. This is a FREE demo for four (4) different Saturdays. Join us for fun, great ideas, and easy projects that all skill levels can do.
Cost: $ FREE
Easy Christmas Gifts FREE
- Nov 30, 2019 10:00 am
- Nov 30, 2019 10:00 am
Easy Christmas Gifts FREE - Nov 30, 2019 10:00 am
We will be making several different gifts each Saturday and then you can make one it the afternoon or at home. This is a FREE demo for four (4) different Saturdays. Join us for fun, great ideas, and easy projects that all skill levels can do.
Cost: $ FREE
We will be making several different gifts each Saturday and then you can make one it the afternoon or at home. This is a FREE demo for four (4) different Saturdays. Join us for fun, great ideas, and easy projects that all skill levels can do.
Cost: $ FREE
My BERNINA Class--8 series, 7's, 5's & 4's with the B9 Hook.
- Oct 23, 2019 10:00 am
- Oct 23, 2019 10:00 am
My BERNINA Class--8 series, 7's, 5's & 4's with the B9 Hook. - Oct 23, 2019 10:00 am
Learn to use your new BERNINA! For owners of the 8 series and the 7, 5, and 4 series that use the BERNINA B9 Hook.
Cost: $ 400.00
Learn to use your new BERNINA! For owners of the 8 series and the 7, 5, and 4 series that use the BERNINA B9 Hook.
Cost: $ 400.00
My BERNINA Class--8 series, 7's, 5's & 4's with the B9 Hook.
- Nov 05, 2019 01:30 pm
- Nov 05, 2019 01:30 pm
My BERNINA Class--8 series, 7's, 5's & 4's with the B9 Hook. - Nov 05, 2019 01:30 pm
Learn to use your new BERNINA! For owners of the 8 series and the 7, 5, and 4 series that use the BERNINA B9 Hook.
Cost: $ 400.00
Learn to use your new BERNINA! For owners of the 8 series and the 7, 5, and 4 series that use the BERNINA B9 Hook.
Cost: $ 400.00
My BERNINA Designer Software 8.1
- Oct 15, 2019 10:00 am
- Oct 15, 2019 10:00 am
My BERNINA Designer Software 8.1 - Oct 15, 2019 10:00 am
BERNINA has outdone itself with this version of the Designer Software. They have given many new updates and added many new features. 12 Classes.
Cost: $ 400.00
BERNINA has outdone itself with this version of the Designer Software. They have given many new updates and added many new features. 12 Classes.
Cost: $ 400.00
Aurora Feathered Star
- Oct 17, 2019 10:00 am
- Oct 17, 2019 10:00 am
Aurora Feathered Star - Oct 17, 2019 10:00 am
This block can be a wall hanging or put it into a quilt. The center is an embroidered block. Choose the colors that please you. Size is 27" square. We will cover different types of quilting for the blocks.
Cost: $ 45.00
This block can be a wall hanging or put it into a quilt. The center is an embroidered block. Choose the colors that please you. Size is 27" square. We will cover different types of quilting for the blocks.
Cost: $ 45.00
EQBOM Imperial Garden (Embroidery Quilt Block of the Month)
- Nov 26, 2019 10:00 am
- Nov 26, 2019 10:00 am
EQBOM Imperial Garden (Embroidery Quilt Block of the Month) - Nov 26, 2019 10:00 am
OESD has created a great block of the month for a quilt using embroidery blocks and pieced blocks.
Cost: $ 99.00
OESD has created a great block of the month for a quilt using embroidery blocks and pieced blocks.
Cost: $ 99.00
Purchase and download embroidery designs directly from OESD. Be sure and list "Stretch and Sew Fabrics - OR" as your local sewing dealer.
Benartex has lots of free quilt patterns on their site
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Many of our products come from Brewer. See something you want that we aren't carrying? Let us know--we'll be happy to order it for you!
Scissortail Stitches is OESD's new sister website for modern embroidery designs developed with the same quality OESD.
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