TEACHING CORNER
Sit ‘n Sew
Registration
These classes are just the time and place to meet new friends or see old ones! Come and use our machines or bring your own and work on any project with the comfort of our expert teachers at a needles’ throw away. Any project, any questions, we will be there to help!
Registration is $45 for the 2008 – 2009 year. This entitles you to participate in the Pattern Club (purchase a Club Card for $25 and select 5 Children’s Corner patterns throughout the year below wholesale prices), a one-time 40% off coupon* — good on in-stock merchandise during the month of July ‘09—like your own private storewide sale! Best of all, registered “Sit ‘n Sewers” pay a fee of only $20 for the day session or $15 for the night session. Those who choose to just “drop-in”, without registration, will pay $25 and $20 respectively per session. Weekly reservations are required for all.
Sit and Sew Options
(returning Registrants have 1st priority for spaces)
Monday Day 9:30 – 2:30 Trisha Smith
Monday Night 6:00 – 9:30 Susan Whitman
Tuesday Day 9:30 – 2:30 Betty Little
Tuesday Night 6:00 – 9:30 Terri Wood
Wednesday Day 9:30 – 2:30 Terri Wood
Thursday Day 9:30 – 2:30 Susan Whitman
Thursday Night 6:00 – 9:30 Trisha Smith
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a registrant needs to attend a minimum of 15 classes from September to May in order to receive the discount coupon.* * * Teaching Corner * * *
Skirt With a Zipper
The focus of this class is to learn about sewing with zippers. As girls get older they want zippers, not elastic. You will learn just how easy it really is to put in a zipper. This skirt, designed by Trisha, has slant pockets with several different panels to make up the front. The panels are sewn together using flat felled seams, which are both sturdy and decorative. The skirt has a zipper in the back and can have a regular or self-fringed hem. Your girls are going to love it. Pattern included.
Teacher: Trisha Smith
Date/Time: Jan. 23 Fri. 10:00—3:00
Fee: $45 Min. 4 students
The Feet Class
Have you ever been in a class and the teacher says, “Get out your ¼” foot” and you look at your neighbor and say, “What does that look like?” Well, this is the class for you. Trisha will teach you how much easier and more efficiently a project can be completed if you know which foot to use and how to use it. She will let you know a couple of weeks before the class what feet she will be covering so you can be sure to bring them to class with you that day. You will not want to miss this class!
Teacher: Trisha Smith
Date/Time: Jan. 29 Thursday 10:00—3:00
Fee: $40 Min. 4 students
Appliqué Class
Machine-applied appliqué adds so much to any garment – a jumper like “Lucy” or “Lillian” or a romper like a Johnny. Appliqué has never been so easy! In class, you will finish the appliqué process. Construction of the garment will be completed at home. You will love this quick and easy way to embellish your child’s clothes!
Teacher: Susan Whitman
Date/Time: Feb. 6 Fri. 10:00—1:00
Fee: $30 Min: 4 students
(School Pre-day Class)
Pinched and Tucked Dress
Responding to your requests, we are offering a class on Wednesday, a “Pre-day Class” before our big February Sewing School. This dress features a technique known as Origami, which is Japanese paper folding. The dress bodice is created with precisely stitched tucks that are then pinched and tacked together to create a diamond shape. Hand embroidery accents the center of each diamond shape for a lovely effect. The tacking stitches that created the tucks are covered with bullion embroidery stitches adding additional color and interest to the dress. This sleeveless dress has a drop bodice, a V-neck shape back bodice, buttons down the back, and is accented with corded piping. A $25 non-refundable deposit is required.
Teacher: Trisha Smith
Date/Time: Feb 11 Wed. 9:30—3:30
Fee: $45 Min. 4 students
Rag Quilt
These quilts are all the rage and very easy to make. The seams are sewn on the right side of the fabric and then clipped to create the rag look. The quilt is completed with a border for additional charm. You will be surprised how quickly you can make this quilt. It is great for a beginner or an experienced sewer. Class fee has a $5.00 cutting fee included. You choose your fabric at least one week before class and Trisha will have it cut and ready for you to sew together.
Teacher: Trisha Smith
Dates/Time: Feb. 17 Thur. 10:00-3:00
Fee: $45 Min. 4 students
Susan’s Pocket Pants
This class was a hit last fall, so don’t miss it! These pants are super easy. A little more fitted and great for older girls and boys !
Teacher: Susan Whitman
Dates/Time: Feb. 20 Friday 9:30—2:30
Fee: $45 Min: 4 students
Tips & Techniques Notebook Class Part I
Trisha will teach you many steps of sewing children’s clothes in this class. She will start with the basics and go from there. You will learn how to properly use a mat, ruler, and rotary cutter and cut bias strips accurately. Next you will make corded piping and learn how to apply it to the garment. You will learn the secrets of how to make a beautiful collar, French seams, and a wonderful placket. You will place your samples in a notebook, with detailed written directions on how you did it, and then be able to refer back to this information as you make future garments. What a valuable item this notebook will become. A “Part II” class is scheduled for March 26. $5.00 kit fee
Teacher: Trisha Smith
Date/Time: Mar. 5 Thur. 10:00—3:00
Fee: $40 Min. 4 students
Frilly Blouse
Bring your Lettie Blouse Pattern and create this summer sleeveless blouse trimmed with a tiny ruffle that is edged with pink or blue entredeux.
Teacher: Susan Whitman
Date/Time: Mar. 6 Fri. 9:30—2.30
Fee: $40 Min. 4 students
Sassy Skirt with Pleats
Yes, this is one or our newest patterns, but she just can’t leave it alone. Now, Susan has added inverted pleats for a big girl look. Bring your Sassy Skirt pattern and see how easy this is.
Teacher: Susan Whitman
Date/Time: March 9 Monday 9:30—2:30
Fee: $40 Min. 4 students
Are you interested in learning a skill that you don’t see in the newsletter? Just ask, someone can probably help you with that or if there is enough interest, we may add a class.
Serger Class - Bootie, Bib, & Blanket
Carol will show you all the ins and outs of this wonderful baby project. This is a great quick and easy baby gift. Be sure to bring your own serger. You must know how to thread and operate you own machine.
Teacher: Carol Foriest
Date/Time: Mar. 12 &19 Thur. 6PM to 9 PM
Fee: $50 Min. 4 students
Round Yoke Dress
If you like the look of a round yoke dress but have been afraid that it would be too hard, then let Trisha show you her tips for making this style of dress easily. The pattern being used will be Children’s Corner Mindy. The dress will be accented with rick rack and bias trim for added interest.
Teacher: Trisha Smith
Dates/Time: March 20 & 27 Fri. 10:00—2:00
Fee: $60 Min. 4 students
Shape-up with Lace TapeHave you ever noticed the Lace Tape in the shop? It comes in many lovely colors, but you really don’t know how or when to use it, do you? Here is your chance. This class will cover how to shape and pin stitch the lace tape in place and also some easy tricks for perfect bullion stitches. The collar pattern is included.
Teacher: Susan Whitman
Date/Time: Mar. 25 Wed . 9:30—2:30
Fee: $45 Min. 4 students
Tips & Techniques Notebook Class Part II
This class picks up where Part 1 stopped. You will learn about gathering, yokes, and sleeves. We will cover info on how to sew gathered skirts to the yokes and what to do with the placket. You will learn what it takes to make a pretty buttonhole and how to do a seam finish. If time permits, you will learn how to do a blind hem by hand and machine. You will add these samples to your notebook. Kit fee $5.00 if you did not take Part 1
Teacher: Trisha Smith
Date/Time: March 26 Thur. 10:00—3:00
Fee: $40 Min. 4 students
Serger Class - Sundress / Slip
Carol will show you serger techniques to create this slip, which also makes a lovely sleeveless sundress. Narrow lace is used to edge the neck, armholes, and at the hem. A buttoned back with a placket makes this slip easy to get on or off. Learn how to apply lace to fabric and how to use your serger gathering foot. Buttonholes and plackets will be made with a sewing machine. Pattern included - size 6 mo. - 10. Please have supplies purchased before class, as this project will take the entire class time. Be sure to bring your own serger. You must know how to thread and operate you own machine.
Teacher: Carol Foriest
Date/Time: Mar. 28 Sat. 9:30 to 2:30
Fee: $45 Min. 4 students
Victoria Blouse
This blouse would be perfect under a simple summer jumper. The collar is pleated around the neckline and the short sleeves have a bias trimmed keyhole opening.
Teacher: Susan Whitman
Date/Time: March 30 Mon. 9:30 to 2:30
Fee: $45 Min. 4 students
Capri Set with Rick Rack
In this class you will make a cute summer top and Capri pants. You will learn how to sandwich rick rack between two strips of fabric to create a really cute effect that will be the shoulder straps on the top and also embellish each leg on the Capris. Oh so cute, and easy!
Teacher: Trisha Smith
Date/Time: April 7 Tues. 10:00 - 3:00
Fee: $40 Min. 4 students
I Love Lucy
Bring your Lucy and transform this simple A-line into a delicate summer sundress. We will add a curved yoke with a small ruffle in the seam. And drop the lining to create a contrasting underskirt. Size 1-8
Teacher: Susan Whitman
Date/Time: April 8 Fri. 9:30 - 2:30
Fee: $ 40 Min. 4 students
Madeira Dress
This dress can be made dressy or causal depending on the fabric that you choose. The dress buttons down the back and the front has a bodice overlay. The lower edge of the bodice and hemline are accented with a shaped contrasting fabric. The edges of the contrasting fabric are stitched down with a machine blanket stitch for added interest.
Teacher: Trisha Smith
Dates/Time: April 14 Tues. 10:00-3:00
Fee:$ 40 Min. 4 students
Simply Summer
This sweet variation of a Children’s Corner Carol is lined and has a ruffle collar and small tie-in-the-front belt. Still Just a simple classic look. Size 12 mo– 6 Pattern provided.
Teacher: Susan Whitman
Date/Time: April 17 Fri. 9:30 - 2:30
Fee: $45 Min. 4 students
Yo-Yo Blooms Dress
This precious summer shift style dress buttons down the back and has a cut out section with ties at the top. Contrasting fabric is used for the ties, corded piping that accents the upper edges and ruffle at the hemline. The front is embellished with a lovely bouquet of yo-yo flowers. Oh so sweet! She will love wearing it.
Teacher: Trisha Smith
Dates/Time: April 22 Wed. 10:00-3:00
Fee:$ 40 Min. 4 students
Summer Flounce
When she puts this dress on, the first thing she will do, is spin. This dress buttons down the back, has a flounce skirt, and can be sleeveless or have angel sleeves. Very tailored.
Teacher: Trisha Smith
Dates/Time April 23 &30 Thur. 10:00–2:00 PM
Fee: $60 Min. 4 Students
Becky Redraft
This swing top and bloomers has ruffles galore and tied in back with a bow. Combine two of our new Spring fabrics for this cute outfit. Bring your Children’s Corner Becky.
Teacher: Susan Whitman
Dates/Time May 1 Fri. 9:30 to 2:30
Fee: $40 Min. 4 Students
Banded Top and Skirt
It’s a cute outfit that’s fast and easy. The top has flare at the lower edge with a contrasting band that’s trimmed with rick rack. It has cross over shoulder straps, and can even be made so that it is reversible. The lower edge of the skirt mimics the top to create a cute combination
Teacher: Trisha Smith
Date/Time: May 6 Wed. 10:00—3:00
Fee: $40 Min. 4 students
Round Yoke Scalloped Dress
This sleeveless button - on - shoulder dress is completely lined with a scalloped edge. Also perfect as a summer top. Pattern provided. Size 12 mo - 6.
Teacher: Susan Whitman
Date/Time: May 8 Fri. 9:30 –2:30
Fee: $40 Min. 4 students
Easy Summer Dress or Top
This can be made as a top or dress. The upper edges are bound with contrasting fabric that is sewn to the wrong side and then turned to the outside and stitched down. The shoulder straps are shaped and gathered to fit in place. It has an empire waist and the lower section of the dress or top has a slight flare. Great for older girls
!Teacher: Trisha Smith
Date/Time: May 13 Wed. 10:00—2:00
Fee: $40 Min. 4 students
Sundress with Tiered Skirt
This sundress has a cross over bodice in the front and is backless. The bodice is trimmed with corded piping and ties around the neck. The skirt is made from two contrasting fabrics that are different lengths, which creates a tiered look. The upper back edge is finished with elastic.
Teacher: Trisha Smith
Date/Time: May 14 Thur. 10:00—3:00
Fee: $40 Min. 4 students
Bishop Pattern Makeover
The focus of this class is drafting patterns. Using a plain bishop pattern, you will learn how to redraft the pattern to create 4 different garments. (Maybe more if time permits).
Teacher: Trisha Smith
Date/Time: May 21 & 28 Thur. 10:00—2:00
Fee: $60 Min. 4 students
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Basic Construction Classes
These Classes are great for beginning sewers and anyone needing a refresher class. Come and get excited about sewing!
Basic Construction I
Carol Apron/Johnny Romper and Shirt
This class includes all of the basic components of children’s sewing. You will learn how to pipe a collar, set in puff sleeves, the secrets of bias bands and buttonholes, plus so much more.
Teacher: Carol Foriest
Mondays, Feb 9,16, 23, Mar. 2
10:00—2:00Fee: $65 Min. 4 students
Basic Construction II Virginia
Build on your skills learned in Basic Construction I by learning how to sew a continuous bound placket, line a yoke, gather a skirt, beautiful blind hem, and many more valuable sewing tips.
Teacher: Carol Foriest
Mondays April 6,13, 20 10:00 - 2:00
Fee: $55 Min. 4 students
Basic Construction - Lined Lucy or Johnny
If you feel intimidated by the thought of lining a garment, then put you fears to rest. In this class you will learn just how easy it is to achieve a professional looking lined garment. You will be so pleased with the finished result.
Teacher: Trisha Smith
Date/Time: March 31 Tues. 10:00 - 2:00
Fee: $35 Min. 4 students
Smocking Classes
Learn all the traditional English smocking stitches and begin your project: Class Fee includes pleating for class project. All sessions will complete construction. You will buy your fabric at the first class. Come learn how easy smocking really is from one of our great teachers! Min. 4 students
Beginning Smocking
Tues. Feb. 3.10,17, 24, Mar 3 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Teacher: Carol Hankla 5 weeks $75
Mon. April 13, 20, 27, May 4, 11 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Teacher: Carol Hankla 5 weeks $75Saturday April 4, 11, 18, 25, May 2, 9.
10 am - 12 Noon
Teacher: Betty Little 6 weeks $90
Picture Smocking
In this two week smocking class, Miss Betty will demonstrate the techniques for picture smocking, preparation of the fabric, etc. Pleated inset included.
Mondays Mar 16, 23
10 am - 12 Noon Betty Little
Fee: $45
Corner Topics
Our Spring fabrics will begin arriving in January! We know that you will love them! Just a taste to whet your appetite . . . . .
New books, patterns and plates are on their way.
New printed piques and seer suckers from Fabric Finders will be coming.
We also will begin to carry basic blouses, shirts, and slips
Class Policies
Registration requires a $25 non-refundable deposit per class. Supplies for classes must be purchased at Children’s Corner and will be discounted 10% at the time of purchase. Materials list available at time of registration. Be sure to let us know your purchase is for a class. Classes are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Classes may be cancelled if minimum registration is not met. In case of cancellation by us, your deposit may be refunded or applied to a future class. Register early, you could make the difference in a class being held! Make-up classes are not normally held. For most classes, Children’s Corner supplies the sewing machines, however, on days when more than one class meets, it may be necessary for you to bring your own machine.
Dates to Remember
Shop Closed
May 25
SAGA MEETINGS
Many of you may not be aware that “The Grand Old Smockers” have their meetings at The Children’s Corner. They meet on the third Friday of the month at 10:00. Come and join us!
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