Sewing

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Decorate Your Space-- grades 4th and up

Teacher: Sharon Francis

In this two semester course, students will learn basic sewing skills and be challenged by more advanced techniques. Students will learn to thread a sewing machine, wind a bobbin, read a pattern, follow instructions, and gain confidence in their skills.  They are welcome to learn on their own machine, or I will provide them.

During the first semester we will focus on projects that center around the kitchen.  We will embellish a tea towel, sew a heat resistant microwave bowl holder, make a clothesline trivet, create a decorative table runner and much more.  Many items can be used in your home or given as gifts.

The second semester will focus on items that can be sewn for the school room.  We will make a decorative bookmark, key fob to hold house keys, fabric book cover, envelope pillow cover, useful book bag and several other stylish and rewarding projects. 

I would be honored to share my love of sewing with your students!!

Annual Tuition and Class Fee Per Semester $300/$50

Fall 12 weeks--Spring 12 Weeks

Not Offered 2024-2025

Pajama Pants Plus-- grades 3rd and up                               

Teacher:  Mrs. Sharon Francis

In this class we will learn the skill of reading a printed pattern and constructing pajama pants.  For garment construction, students really need to know how to use a store bought pattern.  Students will explore fabrics and decide on their unique fabric for their pants.  Skills include learning how to read a pattern, pattern layout, cutting a pattern, and constructing a garment.  Students will also learn how to measure themselves in order to determine the correct pattern size.  If time permits, we may make a pillow case or stuffed animal to accent their pajama pants.  Join us for all the fun!

Tuition and Class Fee Per Semester $150/$20

Bags and Beyond-- grades 3rd and up                                

Teacher:  Mrs. Sharon Francis

This new course will use basic sewing techniques to create one of a kind bags and beyond.  Students will make small items like a coin purse, wallet, and other items at the beginning of the session.  We will move on to more challenging projects like a lunch bag, purse, and other bags.  Skills learned will include sewing seams, inserting a zipper, linings, and more.  Many of the items would be great as gifts.  Please join us for this new and exciting adventure.

Tuition and Class Fee Per Semester $150/$20

Embroidery I-- Grades 3rd and up                         

Teacher:  Mrs. Sharon Francis

Students will learn different embroidery stitches in order to create a one of a kind heirloom.  We will learn stem stitch, french knots, lazy daisy and several others.  Using a printed fabric and embroidery floss, students will outline  and "paint" somewhat old fashioned pictures on to the cloth.  Near the end of the class, students will assemble their finished pictures into their choice of pillows, wall hanging, or table runner.  We will do basic quilt assembly in order to finish the project.  Samples are available to preview in my sewing classroom.

Tuition and Class Fee Per Semester $150/$20

Silk Embroidery -- Grades 3rd & up 

Teacher:  Mrs. Sharon Francis

Please join us for a new class in embroidery.  We will explore unique stitches, start new projects, and improve on our hand stitching skills.  This semester, we plan to explore silk ribbon embroidery.  Silk-ribbon embroidery is a romantic, old art that uses ribbon, embroidery floss, and perle cotton to work beautiful floral motifs and decorative stitch patterns by hand on garments and accessories. There are many different embroidery stitches, but we will concentrate on five basic stitches, used alone or in various combinations, to create beautiful floral motifs and stitch patterns. The ribbon stitch is for ribbon only, but the lazy daisy, straight stitch, French knots, and stem stitch can be made with ribbon or thread. Try them, and you'll see that the ribbon produces a different effect with each stitch.  Please join us for this peaceful and enjoyable class.  No experience needed.  All skill levels are welcome.

Tuition and Class Fee Per Semester: $150/$20

Accessories- Grades 3rd and Up  (FALL ONLY)

Teacher:  Sharon Francis

Join us for an exciting course in sewing.  We will focus on accessories to coordinate your outfit and highlight stylish trends.  Students will complete sewing projects of a slouch hat, bombardier hat, button scarf, fingerless gloves and other accent pieces.  As a bonus, students will be able to make these items as gifts for their family and friends.   This class is appropriate for beginner and advanced students.  We will review basic sewing skills and learn new techniques.  Let’s sew together!!  Grades 3 and up.

Tuition and Class Fee Per Semester $150/$20

Quilting-Grades 3rd and Up (SPRING Only)

Have you ever wanted to make a quilt?  Join us for an exciting adventure in quilting.  Students will complete four different quilt block and then assemble them into a wall hanging.  We will tackle cutting, applique, piecing, accurate sewing, sashing, borders, and binding.  Students will choose their fabrics to fit their style and preferences.   Quilting has become one of the most popular hobbies.  Join the fun and create something beautiful.  Grades 3 and up.

Tuition and Class Fee Per Semester $150/$20

Clothing Design and Construction I--Grades 7th and up 

SEWING BASICS - Grades 3rd and up                                        

Teacher: Sharon Francis

The talented Mrs. Francis will lead her pupils in the fine art of sewing. Students will learn all of the necessary techniques to complete basic sewing functions. 

Beginning Sewing - GRADES 3rd and Up

Teacher:  Sharon Francis

Full Year Course

Are you new to sewing?  In this class, students will gain confidence in the basics of hand sewing and progress onto working with a sewing machine.   Students will learn to sew on buttons, a hair scrunchy, fabric yo-yo, table runner, cup coasters, pillowcase, book bag and more.  Many of the items can be made as gifts for friends and family.  Learning to sew is not only fun, but a very important and useful life skill.  Learn something new...learn to sew!!   New projects will be taught each semester.   Grades 3 and up.

Annual Tuition  $240

Annual Class Fees $40 ($20/$20)

Decorate Your Space

Bedroom Bonanza (1st semester focus) & Let's Quilt (2nd semester focus)--

Grades 3rd and up (must be at least 8 years old)                  

Teacher: Sharon Francis

Join us for memorable adventures in sewing!  Students will learn the fundamentals of sewing, how to operate a sewing machine, and acquire hand stitching skills. 

Bedroom Bonanza--Using current trends in sewing, students will complete several unique items for their bedroom.  Projects will start with basic items like bunting, pillowcase, heart shaped pillow, and bathroom travel kit.  We will then advance to more complicated projects with a room organizer, and zipper pouch.   Students will bring in fabrics for some of these projects that will match their bedrooms.  This class is appropriate for beginner and advanced students.   Let’s create some unique bedroom decorations together!

Let's Quilt--Decorate your space with a beautiful quilt!  Students will complete at least four different quilt blocks to explore how color and shape affect the design.  We will then assemble the blocks into a lap quilt.  Students will learn about cutting, piecing, accurate sewing, sashing, borders, and binding.  Students will choose their fabrics to fit their style and preferences.   Quilting has become one of the most popular hobbies. It would be a pleasure to share my love of quilting with your students.  Join the fun and create something beautiful.

Annual Tuition and Class Fee Per Semester $300/$50

Fall 12 weeks--Spring 12 Weeks