{"title":"Sewing School Level 1","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"sewing-school-201-woven-tee","title":"Sewing School 201 - Woven Tee","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eSewing School is designed to give you increasing levels of sewing know-how. Each class adds new techniques to enhance your skills and give you more confidence. Whether you are a complete beginner, or a skilled quilter who wants to get into garment sewing, the Sewing School classes will help you understand the steps, read and interpret pattern instructions, and give you the tools and confidence to start problem solving on your own. At the end you'll be ready to take on more complex and demanding sewing projects.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTake one or all of the classes. We have each of them on both weekdays or weekends to accommodate your schedule. They're also available for anyone 14 or older so if you have a teen at home who is keen to learn, this is a great opportunity.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails - Woven Tee \u003c\/strong\u003e- Learn to make Top #1 from 100 Acts of Sewing (pattern included in workshop fee). This is a soon-to-be wardrobe staple that you can wear as a layering piece or on it's own. Choose a fun cotton print, or make it a little sturdier with Artisan cotton (like our sample). You will learn\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epattern sizing and layout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003egrainline\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ebias binding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eseam finishes (3 techniques)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003etop stitching\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehemming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Fabric Spark","offers":[{"title":"Wednesday May 6 2:00 - 5:00","offer_id":48337516724444,"sku":null,"price":125.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0286\/0676\/files\/20220722_140945_resized_e9b1a3b9-a14d-44e4-9516-9e4b073739d1.jpg?v=1722436545"},{"product_id":"sewing-school-301-knit-tee","title":"Sewing School 301 - Knit Tee","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLearn to make a cotton t-shirt. You'll learn how to sew with knits but you'll also learn how to master an incredibly useful wardrobe staple. You'll be adding new colours of tees to your closet in no time. You'll learn to\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003elayout a pattern on knit fabric\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003echeck and choose pattern size\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ecut out a stretch fabric\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esew stretch fabrics\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003euse a double needle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehem and finish with knits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Fabric Spark","offers":[{"title":"Sunday May 3 noon - 4:00","offer_id":48070994460892,"sku":null,"price":145.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Saturday May 9 noon - 4:00","offer_id":48245327626460,"sku":null,"price":145.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0286\/0676\/files\/20220810_153532_resized_9d450438-0614-4791-916d-a2d32dd58ba3.jpg?v=1724190384"},{"product_id":"sewing-school-202-zippered-pouch-copy","title":"Sewing School 202 - Zippered Pouch","description":"\u003cp\u003eLearn to make this cute and versatile pouch for cosmetics, electronics (chargers and ear buds), sewing supplies, or anything you want to keep organized. Also, once you know how to make a cute, lined zipper pouch, your gift giving will be transformed. The pouch is fully lined, uses a stabilizer for structure and shape, and has a cute contrasting zipper. In the class you'll learn to\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003einstall a zipper\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003euse interfacing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emake boxed corners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003einstall a lining\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003etop stitch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ewe will also demonstrate zipper extenders and piecing your pouch with multiple fabrics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Fabric Spark","offers":[{"title":"Thursday May 14 1:00 - 4:00","offer_id":48337507942620,"sku":null,"price":100.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0286\/0676\/files\/20220722_141534_resized_89c457de-f25a-4087-8384-d0ff901fcabc.jpg?v=1722438284"},{"product_id":"learn-to-sew","title":"Learn To Sew - Machine Basics","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 1\" class=\"page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you have never sewn on a sewing machine, or it's been over a decade since your last Home Ec. class, this is the class you should take.  Teaching you to make an envelope pillow, Shirley will cover the basics of using a sewing machine (threading, back stitching, stitch length, tension). You'll also learn how to measure and cut fabric accurately, how to pin, how to create consistent seam allowance and a basic hem.  You'll leave with a new throw pillow cover, and a foundation on which to build your sewing skills. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 1\" class=\"page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails - The Envelop Pillow \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eAbsolute Beginner\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePre-Requisites:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"metafield-multi_line_text_field\"\u003eNone!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTeacher:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eShirley Dawson\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplies Provided:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"metafield-rich_text_field\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this workshop we provide the fabric, coordinating thread and instructions. We have 18\" square pillow forms to buy if you don't have one of your own. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNeed to bring:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"metafield-rich_text_field\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou'll get a detailed email a couple of weeks before the workshop letting you know what to bring but you can anticipate that you will need a basic sewing kit (scissors, pins, marking pencil, etc.). We also encourage you to come to the shop ahead of your class to pick out your fabric and thread so that you're ready to go when the class starts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you do not have the sewing tools, we have sewing kits you can borrow, or you can purchase most of them in the store.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"key-details__heading\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCancellations and Refunds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe are capping the class at 6 participants. If we have less than 3\u003cbr\u003eparticipants, we will cancel the class and refund your full purchase\u003cbr\u003eprice. Otherwise, workshops are non-refundable. If you cancel with at\u003cbr\u003eleast a week's notice, we will give you a store credit. If you find you\u003cbr\u003ecan't make it, with less than one week's notice, you are welcome to send\u003cbr\u003esomeone in your place. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Fabric Spark","offers":[{"title":"Saturday June 13 11:00 - 1:30","offer_id":50105531269340,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Thursday June 18 noon - 2:30","offer_id":50105531302108,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Wednesday July 8 noon -2:30","offer_id":51054438351068,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Saturday July 18 noon-2:30","offer_id":51054438383836,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0286\/0676\/files\/20250515_144200.jpg?v=1747336391"},{"product_id":"learn-to-sew-tote-bag","title":"Sewing School 102 - Tote Bag","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou're learned the basics of using a sewing machine now it's time to start putting your new skills to work. this is the perfect follow up project. Learn to make this versatil and attractive tote bag. You'll learn to make a handle, how to make french seams and you'll build confidence in your new sewing endeavor.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails - The Tote Bag\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eBeginner (you know how to use a sewing machine, but are still learning how to sew)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePre-Requisites:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"metafield-multi_line_text_field\"\u003eOur Learn To Sew - Machine Basics class or equivalent\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTeacher:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eJohanna Masko\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplies Provided:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"metafield-rich_text_field\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this workshop we provide 1\/2 metre of your choice of quilting cotton fabric, a spool of  coordinating thread and instructions. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNeed to bring:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"metafield-rich_text_field\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou'll get a detailed email a couple of weeks before the workshop letting you know what to bring but you can anticipate that you will need a basic sewing kit (scissors, pins, marking pencil, etc.). 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