Apr
3
Mon
Join Carolyn each month as we make a small hand embroidery project. Projects will vary and may include some machine sewing at home to complete your projects. We will continue to develop our skills with new stitches and techniques. Each month we enjoy learning from each other, sharing projects we are working on and time to stitch and socialize. See you there!
Price includes some supplies
Teacher: Carolyn Visser
Skill Level: Intermediate – Hand stitching experience required, if you are new try the intro to hand stitching class
Apr
4
Tue
Perfect for toiletries, electronic gear, shoes, and more, these functional bags in three sizes will keep you well-groomed and organized.
The double-zippered top opens easily for full access to the roomy interior.
Two exterior zippered pockets and two interior slip pockets keep things neat and organized.
A sturdy handle on one end makes carrying easy.
The pattern includes instructions for bags in three sizes:
SMALL: 4″H x 8½”W x 5½”D
MEDIUM: 5″H x 10½”W x 7″D
LARGE: 6½”H x 13½”W x 9″D
$75, supplies and pattern are extra
Skill level: Intermediate
Teacher: Ericka
Carol will be hosting this “open Sewing” day for all ages and levels of experience. Come for an hour or two, or for the whole time.
Bring something unfinished from a class, or bring your own project to work on. Sewing, Knitting, quilting, you choose.
Please sign up in advance to we know how many to expect.
$10 per class if you have taken a class (within the year) at Thread & Paper $20 if you have not taken a class
This class is for people who have limited sewing knowledge and want to learn more in-depth projects. Over eight 2.5 hour sessions we will cover the anatomy of a sewing machine, types of presser feet, reading a pattern, rotary cutting, pressing/ironing, using interfacing, and different sewing techniques such as ruffling, pleats, and putting in a zipper – all while making 8 fun useful things to keep for yourself or give as gifts. There is homework for this class.
$170
Teacher: Ericka Birkett
This class teaches beginner sewing skills but you MUST know how to use your sewing machine, if you do not know how let us know beforehand and we can schedule a lesson for you before the class starts. Lessons on how to use your machine are free if you purchased your machine from Thread & Paper or $30 for 1/2 hour if it was purchased elsewhere.
Apr
5
Wed
Machine Repair
EVERY Wednesday Machines will be serviced (and scissors sharpened) IN the store. What this means is you could wait as little as one day. Machines can still be dropped off or picked up anytime during our open hours.
You do not need an appointment, just bring your machine in any time. The best plan would be to drop off before 11 am on Wednesday (or Monday or Tuesday is even better)
Plan to pick your machine up LATE on Wednesday – You will get a call as soon as your machine is ready to go.
Basic Sewing machine service $100
Electronic Sewing Machine Service $110
Serger Service $110
Embroidery Machine Service $120
Scissor sharpening $5
Spring Loaded scissor sharpening $7.50
Choose one of Laura Heines smaller patterns and create one of these unique appliquéd pieces. Choosing just the right fabrics will make your piece amazing.
Teacher: Ericka Birkett
Must have basic sewing knowledge
Apr
6
Thu
Binding
Debbie Turner will guide you through choosing a binding color/type, measuring perimeter, cutting with accuracy, joining, marking, pressing, hand stitching and machine stitching, lots of info and many methods to learn.
This class will be invaluable as you make your way through your quilting journey whether you are a new or seasoned quilter.
$45 for all 3 sessions
Apr
11
Tue
Perfect for toiletries, electronic gear, shoes, and more, these functional bags in three sizes will keep you well-groomed and organized.
The double-zippered top opens easily for full access to the roomy interior.
Two exterior zippered pockets and two interior slip pockets keep things neat and organized.
A sturdy handle on one end makes carrying easy.
The pattern includes instructions for bags in three sizes:
SMALL: 4″H x 8½”W x 5½”D
MEDIUM: 5″H x 10½”W x 7″D
LARGE: 6½”H x 13½”W x 9″D
$75, supplies and pattern are extra
Skill level: Intermediate
Teacher: Ericka
This class is for people who have limited sewing knowledge and want to learn more in-depth projects. Over eight 2.5 hour sessions we will cover the anatomy of a sewing machine, types of presser feet, reading a pattern, rotary cutting, pressing/ironing, using interfacing, and different sewing techniques such as ruffling, pleats, and putting in a zipper – all while making 8 fun useful things to keep for yourself or give as gifts. There is homework for this class.
$170
Teacher: Ericka Birkett
This class teaches beginner sewing skills but you MUST know how to use your sewing machine, if you do not know how let us know beforehand and we can schedule a lesson for you before the class starts. Lessons on how to use your machine are free if you purchased your machine from Thread & Paper or $30 for 1/2 hour if it was purchased elsewhere.
Apr
12
Wed
Machine Repair
EVERY Wednesday Machines will be serviced (and scissors sharpened) IN the store. What this means is you could wait as little as one day. Machines can still be dropped off or picked up anytime during our open hours.
You do not need an appointment, just bring your machine in any time. The best plan would be to drop off before 11 am on Wednesday (or Monday or Tuesday is even better)
Plan to pick your machine up LATE on Wednesday – You will get a call as soon as your machine is ready to go.
Basic Sewing machine service $100
Electronic Sewing Machine Service $110
Serger Service $110
Embroidery Machine Service $120
Scissor sharpening $5
Spring Loaded scissor sharpening $7.50
