About our classes.

Classes are small, so they fill fast. Please register early.

Fees are payable to the instructor when you sign up.

If we cancel a class, we will of course refund your fees. If you cancel, fees are refundable up to seven days before the class starts.

You must buy your class supplies at Sew It Seams.
'Course, you'll get
them at 15% off!

Check out these classes and get your creative on!

First, The Basics:
Step into Sewing!

Two steps. Eight weeks.
A lifetime of fun and creativity!

Step 1. Sewing Basics: Ease Into Sewing The Feelgood Way!

Tuesdays, 6 - 9 pm – Four weeks each.
January 3 - 24,
February 7 - 28
March 6 - 27
$97, Cindy Schaper

The true beginner's class. Ease into the basics - with Dr. Cindy's exclusive Feelgood Method. It's simply the most fun way of learning to sew there is! Start with a comfy, colorful bathrobe and move at your own pace, as you learn how to:

  • Read a pattern.
  • Cut out your fabric.
  • Use a sewing machine.
  • Stitch up your robe.

And bounce those Perfect Police!

Only 6 spots in a class, so sign up now!

Step 2. Sewing Happy Hour.

Your next step into basic sewing
the Feelgood Way.

Once you've done the basic course - Step 1 - or if you've got a little experience under your belt, you're ready for Sewing Happy Hour. And boy, are we happy!

There might be wine. smileyface Or chocolate. smileyface Or both. smileyface Especially if you bring some! smileyface

We also LOVE repeaters! Sign up for session after session and come sew with us!

Wednesdays, 6-9 pm
4 weeks for $80, Cindy Schaper

The best part: Your four weeks do NOT have to be all at once. So if you've got something going on, you can skip a week or two and come again later.

(You can also just pop in from time to time. But if you do, it's $30 a pop. So the better deal is to sign up for four weeks at a time.)

Only 10 spots in a group, so sign up now!

Tuesday Morning
Sewing Café.

Tuesday mornings, 10 am - 1 pm
4 weeks for $80, Cindy

Need help with a project? Work on whatever you like – and get help in an informal setting.

You do need some sewing knowledge.
Only 6 spots in a class, so sign up now!

Origami Bags

Thursday, January 19, 6 - 9 pm
$30, Marty Meyer

Fold a fabric square to make a cute, reversible pouch with many uses. In your choice of 3 sizes and limitless possibilities for coordinating your fabric, lining and embellishments, these bags are both beautiful and handy: think travel, jewelry, evening bag, wallet, storage and so much more.

A personal journal needs a stylish cover.

Thursday, January 19, 6:30-7:30PM $
$10 plus kit, Cindy Schaper

This year, why not start a sewing journal?

Keep track of the projects you're sewing now, the ones you want to start and the ones you finish. I bet you'll be surprised at how much you really do get done.

A personalized cover will make it extra-special.

Maintain your sewing machine and help it live forever!

Saturday, January 21, 10-11AM $10, Cindy Schaper

Whether you sew every day or just once in a while, your sewing machine will work better and live longer with a little easy maintenance. Bring your machine to class, and let Cindy teach you how to clean and oil it to keep it in tip top working order.

Remember - this is a machine. You wouldn't drive your car without doing basic maintenance.

Secrets of Sewing Machine Needles

Saturday, January 21, 11 am - noon
$10, Cindy Schaper

Did you know? The most important part of your sewing machine is the needle. Come learn which size and type to use for which fabrics and threads. Discover specialty needles for special situations. And see how much better your projects turn out - once you know all the secrets of the right needle for the right project.

Cover your Kindle in style.

Thurs., Jan. 26 6:30-7:30PM
$10 plus kit, Cindy Schaper

Protect your hi-tech Kindle with this reversible padded cover. Or make this fashionable cover as a gift and personalize it for the lucky recipient!

Better yet, maybe your own Kindle needs a wardrobe - make one for every holiday and every season!

Love-To-Sew Club

Second Thursday of the month:
1 -3 or 6-8 pm, $10
January 12, February 9.

The club for people who love to sew. At the steal-deal price of the millennium!

Learn new techniques. See the latest fabrics and new patterns. Try out new notions. Show off your sew-and-tells.

And so much more – all for just $10 a time!

Only 6 spots in any group,
so sign up now!

Easy, fun basics.

Learn to sew the fun, easy way!

In two sessions plus a private lesson just for you, start with a pair of sleep pants. Then, if there's time, move on to another project you pick - with Cathe's help, of course.

Taken this course before? 

Come on back! Cathe will help you pick the perfect project for your style and skill.

Saturdays,2:30-5 pm
Sat., Jan. 14 & 28
Sat., Feb. 11 & 18
Sat., Mar. 10 & 24

$100 for THREE sessions
includes your very own FREE sewing kit!  Cathe Bisch.