Learn the art of sewing and textiles in Chicago with classes that cover everything from basic sewing techniques to advanced textile design, allowing participants to create their own unique clothing pieces and home decor items.
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Linda Z's Sewing Center @ 1216 E Central Rd, Chicago, IL
Join us with OESD’s Premier Educator, Kellie Rushing, for 2 FUN-FILLED DAYS of hands-on embroidery—you’ll discover how much fun it is to make a tiling scene while creating a twinkling wall hanging. You’ll also be able to create a Freestanding Applique element that can be switched out for the seasons!. Here’s what’s in store for you... Two fun-filled days of hands-on embroidery with exciting OESD designs. Learn Free Standing Applique,...
Linda Z's Sewing Center @ 1216 E Central Rd, Chicago, IL
Join us and industry expert and leader in embroidery software design & education, Trevor Conquergood, for the “Save Your Embroidery” Event. Trevor will share hints, tips & tricks from his extensive embroidery experience. New and seasoned embroiderers alike will benefit from Trevor’s embroidery wisdom. Discover embroidery software and the basics of stabilizers and thread. He’ll share behind the scenes secrets for stitching professional...
Linda Z's Sewing Center @ 1216 E Central Rd, Chicago, IL
Join our monthly Garment Workshops and take the guesswork out of garment sewing. Learn how to measure for a great fit, what fabric works best with particular patterns and how to achieve professional details. New topics will be presented as lecture/demonstration and will include slopers, fitting, armscye, linings, adjusting patterns, etc. You’ll see tips and techniques to be able to sew garments in the right fabric, the right style & the right...
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Have you ever wanted to learn to knit? Or just refresh your skills from way back when? In this five-week, action-packed class we will be making a scarf And a hat. You will be learning knitting, purling, working in the round, ribbing, casting on, binding off, decreasing, and fixing mistakes. Materials included for your first project.
Sew Design Studio @ 2608 Green Bay Rd, Evanston, IL
Stumped on how to start a collar or zipper? Or do you have a project that you need help finishing? Bring your project and materials to this guided session. Sometimes you are just stuck and a little help goes a long way! It could be one particular procedure that just has you stumped, or you know that you would finish it if you could just be in a community of like-minded people sharing the joy of sewing. Professional guidance included! Prerequisite...
Linda Z's Sewing Center @ 1216 E Central Rd, Chicago, IL
Join us & SANDRA SWICK for this repeat event - “Find Your Sewing Identity”, where you’ll get a chance to learn new techniques while also learning a little bit about yourself & your sewing preferences. The event is comprised of 3 sessions you can enjoy right at home. You’ll learn about Rulerwork, Needle Felting, Stitch Designer, and PaintWorks. Don’t miss this FABULOUSLY FUN EVENT!
Hand-knit flowers can be a great way to add a personal touch to an ensemble. In this class, we will make three different types of knitted flowers and explore ways to amp them up. Basic knitting skills are required. Class fee includes materials.
Join us, and Paula Reid, for a FABULOUS 3-Day, Hands-On Quilt Retreat! Is that stack of quilt tops getting bigger & bigger? Have you always wanted to take your machine quilting skills out of “the ditch”? Have you wondered how quilters use rulers to keep straight lines while quilting free motion? Do you want to learn how to quilt curves & circles without having to draw on your quilts? Learn Paula’s Fluff & Stuff method to move...
Unravel with friends and learn a new craft at a Wool and the Gang Knit Party! You’ll have on-hand knitting help from our Gang of knitters on the night plus you will also receive exclusive access to our video tutorials after the party, so we're there every step of the way to get you to the finish line. And the best bit? You get to walk away with your very own #madeunique Snood Operator at a special price of $40 (normally $49). We'll have...
Unravel with friends and learn a new skill at a Wool and the Gang Knit Party! Upon arrival you will receive your Happy Daze Hat kit that contains all the materials you will need including our Crazy Sexy Wool, a set of rosewood knitting needles and an easy-to-follow pattern that includes instructions for three difficulty levels - beginner, easy and intermediate. You’ll receive on-hand knitting help from our Gang of knitters...
Linda Z's Sewing Center @ 1216 E Central Rd, Chicago, IL
Join us for 2 FUN DAYS of FABULOUS Hands-On Embroidery! Anita Goodesign’s Premier Educator, will guide you in making embroidery spectacular - all the time. It’s a fabulous embroidery extravaganza! At the brand new Anita Goodesign Embroidery Party you will learn new techniques, master ones you’ve seen before, and learn how to apply them to different collections and projects. Be one of the first to see sneak peeks of upcoming releases and walk...
Linda Z's Sewing Center @ 1216 E Central Rd, Chicago, IL
Learn to create the ultimate travel bag. You’ll love Annie’s sturdy bags & organizers with lots of dividers & plenty of storage possibilities - AND they’ll look professionally-made - BY YOU! You’ll be able to work hands-on - with the designer herself. Note: Pattern, fabric, finishing kit & supplies not included. Bring a sack lunch. Snacks & beverages will be provided throughout the day.
Linda Z's Sewing Center @ 1216 E Central Rd, Chicago, IL
Experience the many wonderful sewing features of the Brother Dream Machine! You’ll be able to use these awesome features hands-on while learning the secret to Judy Niemeyer’s amazing paper piecing methods with Brother educator & Certified Judy Niemeyer Instructor. Learn these fabulous techniques with a Judy Niemeyer pattern designed exclusively for you! Discover many extraordinary features of the Brother Dream Machine: Guideline marker...
Vaudezilla Studios @ 3330 W Irving Park Rd, Chicago, IL
Super chunky knits are the rage. Did you can know you can make them without any equipment - just your arms? In this class, we'll use felt to make chunky yarn and learn arm knitting. You'll go home with a new cowl or scarf! Class fee includes materials.
Vaudezilla Studios @ 3330 W Irving Park Rd, Chicago, IL
Empower your inner fashion designer while learning the basics of underwear construction! Imagine your underwear drawer full of your favorite colors, textures, and patterns - all custom made by you! Basic materials and machine will be provided. However, artists are welcome to bring any of the following: sewing machine 1/2-yard of 4-way stretch material (not too stretchy) 1/4-yard cotton lining 2 yards of 5/8" foldover elastic matching...
Linda Z's Sewing Center @ Virtual Classroom
Join us for a VIRTUAL Sew My Soles Workshop on Quilted Espadrille Making! Machine embroidery at its BEST! The SHOW MUST GO ON-line! Embroider in the comfort of your own home, on your machine, while Zandra Shaw, works with you in this live webinar. See link below to determine shoe size. Join us for a VIRTUAL Sew My Soles Workshop on Quilted Espadrille Making! Machine embroidery at its BEST! The SHOW MUST GO ON-line! Embroider in the comfort of your...
Linda Z's Sewing Center @ 1216 E Central Rd, Chicago, IL
Join us, along with, Judy Fredenburgh, Premier Embellish Educator, for a UNIQUE HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE! ...and discover a wealth of tips, tricks and techniques that you’ll turn to over and over again in your sewing, quilting and crafting pursuits. Judy will highlight some fun skills to know: Quilting-As-You-Go! T-Shirt Quilts! Cutting with Precision! 1/2 & 1/4 Square Shortcuts! ..and SEW MUCH MORE! Whether you are a traditional...
Linda Z's Sewing Center @ 1216 E Central Rd, Chicago, IL
We are EXPLODING with information to take your embroidery to the next level! Join us, along with Judy Fredenburgh, Premier Floriani Educator, for a 2-day Embroidery Party that will blow you away! Stitch along with the expert while she guides you through the TIPS and TECHNIQUES for combining the right ingredients for EMBROIDERY SUCCESS! Embroidery Party Techniques include: Iridescent Applique Quilting in the...
Sifu Design Studio & Fine Yarns
In this 5 week class you have just enough time to wip up this cozy jacket and wrap it up for your favorite little one to open for the holidays. The holidays are just around the corner and wouldn't it be great if you could knit your baby, your grandchild, your niece or nephew a hug? How about a hug in the form of the classic Elizabeth Zimmerman "Baby Suprise Jacket"? You must know how to knit. Materials not included but you do get a 10% discount...
Sifu Design Studio & Fine Yarns
Fair Isle is not just an island in the British Isles, but is also a technique of stranded color work in knitting where you hold two colors to create a pattern in the fabric. It is an advanced knitting technique so having a few intermediate projects under your belt is helpful. If you have taken our intermedate knitting class this would be a great follow up! We will be working in a sport or DK weight yarn so bring any size 4 to 7 knitting needles...
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