In this class we will focus on simple beginner projects to get the sewists comfortable with sewing. Some projects might be duplicated but for the more advanced or confident beginners or those not new to class, adjustments will be made to add a bit more challenge to the project.
An example of some projects this next month will be, coasters or mug rugs, simple tote bags, zipper pouches, fabric scrap bins, place mats.
Class fee includes supply kit ( $10 value )
for ages 11+, confident beginners. Either come with your own project in mind that you want additional guidance on our pick from one of our project kits.
Supplies not included and will vary based on what project your child wants to make.
Open studio with THE Allison Garrison, an Esther's OG.
* get advice! Expert help available, included in cost. * bring your friends and make stuff! Don't have any friends yet? Come and get a few. * We have ALL the tools available.
* tea and coffee! Sometimes snacks. * inclusive and safe space.
Our snazzy Bernina and Janome sewing machines (which we sell, did you know that?) available for use or bring your own.
Experience level: confident beginner. If you are brand new to sewing, a private or semi private lesson might be a better fit.
Ages 12 and up. Minimum three participants; please sign up by the Wednesday before. Cost $35.00 per person
Join us for our monthly meetup, the Symphony BOM class with Piper and Megan. In this meetup, we will review the cutting and sewing instructions for this month's block. The workspace and sewing machines will be made available to those who wish to work in the shop and get help as needed as they dive into piecing this month's block.
Develop new skills and create a stunning quilt, all in a fun and supportive environment.
A different skill will be introduced and focused on in each class. By the end of the classes you will have a variety of great skills under your quilting belt!
Class is aimed at adults and teens ages 15+
Each class will have a small supplies list, items can be purchased in the shop or pull from your own supply.
English Paper Piecing
Hand Applique
Big Stitch Quilting
A class tailored to what your teen is interested in working on. Come with a project in mind or make a project plan with Aly's help.
Basic supplies included but if your teen wants a bigger project, additional supplies can be purchased with a 15% off class discount.
Aly is an enthusiastic apparel sewist who brings her creativity and love of sewing and working with new sewists to each workshop day.
Use our machines or bring your own if you have one you want to get familiar with. Our sewing studio is fully stocked with pins, fabric marking tools, scissors, measuring tape and rulers.
If you've completed the 1st class and with to continue taking classes, more project options will be available.
This is where we will go over the cutting, organizing/set up and sewing instructions for the blocks from previous months
The workspace and sewing machines will be made available to those who wish to work in the shop and get help as needed as they dive into getting caught up with the previous month's blocks.
Develop new skills and create a stunning quilt, all in a fun and supportive environment.
I love this sweatshirt and I need a new one. Do you want one too but don't want to go it alone? Join me in this sew along, I will take you through all the steps from selecting your fabric to the very last finishing steps. Have your very own cozy cute sweatshirt in time for cooler weather.
Starting date October
The beauty of a zipper pouch project is there is something for every skill level in this project and almost no shortage of ways to take this simple beginner friendly project and make it as challenging as you want. Totally new sewist? Start with the most simple version. Ready for something beyond? Add slip pockets, change the shape, add side tabs, piece and quilt the outside and so on.
This class is beginner friendly.
Supplies needed:
2 fat quarters ( OR 1/3 yard canvas and ONE fat quarter )
1 nylon zipper ( 9-14" )
fusible fleece ( about 1/3 yard )
Thread to match
All fabrics can be purchased on the day of class, feel free to come in early if you want extra time to pick your fabrics. I'm always there early on Friday mornings.
15% discount applies to all supplies purchased for classes.
Learn the basics of sewing while making a super cute fabric coaster. We'll cover winding a bobbin, threading the machine, how to select different stitches and more.
Class is $45.00
Class fee includes fabric coaster kit. ( value $10.00 )
Use our machines or bring your own if you have one you want to get familiar with. We'll have all other supplies needed.
If you are looking to get into apparel sewing but have never sewn before or it's been AGES since you've sewn, this is a great place to start. The skills learned in this class will enable you to work on your own, practice and build your confidence in sewing.
Need a little encouragement to finish that project? Like to sew with moral support? Grab a latte downtown and come on in any time between 11am and 6pm! ( October 31st Pester Esther ends at 3pm for the downtown trick or treating event ) We are here to help get you through any tricky spots and get back on track.
Drop your little sewist off and go stroll downtown for dinner and a drink! New projects won't be taught but they can work on projects they have already started. This is a more of a supported *free sew* event than an actual class but I will be on hand to help out here and there or help troubleshoot.
Reworking the bookclub workshop idea, by request and feedback, we are moving the bookclub to Thursday evening. We will also be working out of a few different books, I think that would make for a more fun conversation about the books, projects and instuctions.
And like the previous book club workshops, we will have time for project planning, a little shopping to pick out your fabrics ( and remember, you get your class fee back in store credit! ) and, if time allows by then, we can start sewing.
Pictures shown are just a sampling of the books you have to choose from, these are available and of course so much more ( up to and including the OG favorite, Wabi Sabi Sewing )
Let me know what you think!
Learn the basics of sewing while making a super cute fabric coaster. We'll cover winding a bobbin, threading the machine, how to select different stitches and more.
Class is $45.00
Class fee includes fabric coaster kit. ( value $10.00 )
Use our machines or bring your own if you have one you want to get familiar with. We'll have all other supplies needed.
If you are looking to get into apparel sewing but have never sewn before or it's been AGES since you've sewn, this is a great place to start. The skills learned in this class will enable you to work on your own, practice and build your confidence in sewing.