Creative Sewing Lessons in Raleigh

June 1, 2019     Saturday, 1:00 – 4:00 pm

Take your basic understanding of a sewing machine to the next level. This hands-on class offers a fun and supportive environment where beginners will explore various specialty stitches and presser feet. We will also discuss some of the more advanced sewing tools and accessories you may want to add to your supplies. This class is intended for students who can confidently and independently thread and operate a sewing machine. A supply fee of $10 is paid to the instructor. Note: this class does not cover computerized or embroidery machines. We will be using Sertoma’s sewing machines.

• Ages: 16 Yrs. and up
• Date:   June 1, 2019, Saturday, 1:00PM – 4:00PM
• Location: Fibers Studio at the Sertoma Arts Center  1400 W Millbrook Rd, Raleigh, NC 27612
• Fees:
  • Raleigh Resident $30 + $10 supply fee
  • Non-Resident $45 + $10 supply fee
• Register through the Raleigh RecLink website (class barcode: 237868) or call Sertoma Arts Center at 919-996-2329. Contact me (Joy.Kelley@gmail.com) at 919-345-1556 with any questions.

May 30 – June 27, 2019     Thursday 6:30 – 8:30 pm (5 sessions)

Piping is a great way to add some color contrast and ‘pop’ to a decorative pillow. Once you learn how to make and attach piping, you can use this skill to add piping to many other kinds of projects. In this beginner class, you will learn how to construct a pillow, create your own piping, and trim your pillow with it. You will learn the basics of operating a sewing machine and develop fundamental sewing skills necessary for progressing to more advanced projects. No prior sewing experience is necessary. We will be using Sertoma’s sewing machines. Supply list available on Sertoma’s webpage. $13 supply fee due to instructor at first class for cording fiberfill and interfacing.

• Ages: 16 Yrs. and up
• Dates: May 30 – June 27, 2019  Thursday 6:30-8:30 pm (5 sessions)
• Location: Fibers Studio at the Sertoma Arts Center  1400 W Millbrook Rd, Raleigh, NC 27612
• Fees:
  • Raleigh Resident $100  + $13 supply fee
  • Non-Resident $115 + $13 supply fee
  • Supply list is available on Sertoma’s webpage or on the Supply Lists page here
• Register through the Raleigh RecLink website (class barcode: 237860) or call Sertoma Arts Center at 919-996-2329. Contact me (Joy.Kelley@gmail.com) at 919-345-1556 with any questions.

May 18, 2019     Saturday 1:00 – 4:00 pm

Sewing machines are wonderful tools, but they are also complex and can be intimidating for beginners. This hands-on class offers a fun and supportive environment where beginners will gain the confidence to set up and use a sewing machine. We will cover machine set-up, operation, accessories, safety and basic maintenance. We will also address your particular sewing goals and offer advice on sewing machines and supplies to consider as you progress. A supply fee of $7 is paid to the instructor at start of workshop. Note: This class does not cover computerized or embroidery machines. We will be using Sertoma’s sewing machines.

• Ages: 16 Yrs. and up
• Dates: May 18, 2019 Saturday, 1:00PM – 4:00PM
• Location: Fibers Studio at the Sertoma Arts Center  1400 W Millbrook Rd, Raleigh, NC 27612
• Fees:
  • Raleigh Resident $30 + $7 supply fee
  • Non-Resident $45 + $7 supply fee
• Register through the Raleigh RecLink website (class barcode: 237865) or call Sertoma Arts Center at 919-996-2329. Contact me (Joy.Kelley@gmail.com) at 919-345-1556 with any questions.

April 27, 2019    Saturday 1:00 – 4:00 pm

In this fun beginner’s class you will gain experience tracing and cutting from a basic apron pattern, sewing with a consistent seam allowance and other fundamental sewing skills that are essential for progressing to more advanced projects. The goal of this one day workshop is for participants to leave with a completed apron and a personalized pattern to use in making other aprons. No prior sewing experience necessary. We will be using Sertoma’s sewing machines. A $5 supply fee for pattern and apron ties due to instructor at start of workshop. Supply list available on Sertoma’s webpage.

• Ages: 16 Yrs. and up
• Date:  April 27, 2019  Saturday, 1:00 – 4:00 pm
• Location: Fibers Studio at the Sertoma Arts Center  1400 W Millbrook Rd, Raleigh, NC 27612
• Fees:
  • Raleigh Resident $30 + $5 supply fee
  • Non-Resident $45 + $5 supply fee
  • Supply list is available on Sertoma’s webpage or on the Supply Lists page here
• Register through the Raleigh RecLink website (class barcode: 230891) or call Sertoma Arts Center at 919-996-2329. Contact me (Joy.Kelley@gmail.com) at 919-345-1556 with any questions.

Two sessions offered:

March 26 – April 23, 2019 (5 weeks) Tuesday 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
March 28 – April 25, 2019 (5 weeks) Thursday 6:30 – 8:30 pm

Channel stitching is a great technique for adding visual and textural interest to pillows. In this beginner class, you will learn how to construct a pillow and use interfacing to give it structure and a professional finish. You will use a walking foot – one of the most versatile of all sewing machine feet – to customize your pillow with channel stitching. You will also learn the basics of operating a sewing machine and develop fundamental sewing skills necessary for progressing to more advanced projects. No prior sewing experience is necessary. We will be using Sertoma’s sewing machines.  A supply fee of $10 is paid to instructor at first class. Supply list available on Sertoma’s webpage.

• Ages: 16 Yrs. and up
• Dates:
  • Mar 26 – Apr 23, 2019 (5 weeks) Tues 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
  • Mar 28 – Apr 25, 2019 (5 weeks) Thur 6:30 – 8:30 pm
• Location: Fibers Studio at the Sertoma Arts Center  1400 W Millbrook Rd, Raleigh, NC 27612
• Fees:
  • Raleigh Resident $100  + $10 supply fee
  • Non-Resident $115 + $10 supply fee
  • Supply list is available on Sertoma’s webpage or on the Supply Lists page here
• Register through the Raleigh RecLink website (class barcodes: Tues mornings – 231029 or Thur evenings – 231031) or call Sertoma Arts Center at 919-996-2329. Contact me (Joy.Kelley@gmail.com) at 919-345-1556 with any questions.