Information About The Classes
TO ENSURE SAFETY FOR ALL
OUR CLASSES WILL BE POSTPONED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
Welcome to our classes for winter/spring 2020. Classes are added on an on-going basis so visit this page often. To register or for any questions, call us at 306 652-6031. What you need to know regarding classes at The Sewing Machine Store:
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Payment is required at registration; at that time you will receive the materials list.
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Registration is available over the phone by Visa or Mastercard.
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Machines are available for your use, if required.
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Should a class not go because of insufficient interest, it will be cancelled one week prior to the start date with a full refund coming to you. We recommend not purchasing your materials until you know the class will run.
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Should you need to withdraw from the class and advise us at least one week prior to the start date of that class, a full refund is given. If you give less than 7 days notice, your tuition is forfeited unless we can find a replacement to fill your spot.
Current Classes
Poolside Tote
Saturday, March 21 & 28, 2020
10 am - 4:30 pm
Instructor: Anne
The Poolside Tote is perfect for all your summer adventures. It is roomy and has pocket options. Make it from a wide variety of fabrics. Use some of those special pieces in your stash. Get great directions, sewing tips, and lots of laughs from Anne.
$105.00 plus pattern and materials
To Register Call 306 -652-6031
Jewel
Ruby, Sapphire, or Amethyst
Tuesday and Wednesday, March 24 & 25, 2020
9:30 am - 4:30 pm
Instructor: Noreen Nizinkevich Double 'D' Design
Choose your Jewel. Use cut and sew foam for the cups. Virtually any stretch fabric can be used to cover the cups. Best of all use your own custom fit bra pattern. Learn skills and techniques to sew it up. Achieve your goal of a beautiful, comfortable, and professional looking bra. To enjoy this class it is ideal if you have made a bra in the last five years.
$220.oo includes, pattern, fabric, and findings
To Register Call 306 -652-6031
Stitcher's Garden
Thursday, March 26, 2020
Last Thursday of each month January - June
1 - 4 pm
Instructor: Kathy
What's the best way to get to know your sewing machine? Use it to make Stitcher's Garden sewing technique block of the month quilt. The project is a 61" x 83" quilt top that uses feet, stitches, and threads in creative ways. Try bobbin work, couching, circular sewing, twin and wing needles, fringe foot, ruffler, and the binder foot to add accents. Bring your sewing machine to start each block or sew it all at home.
PS...It's not too late to come on board!
$180.00 plus materials
To Register Call 306 652-6031
These Pants are Made To Grow
Learn to Sew Knits
Sunday, March 29, 2020
1:30 - 4:30 pm
Instructor: Jacqueline
Is it time for you to learn how to sew? See how much fun sewing can be while making cute and practical infant pants that you see at all the craft shows. Learn how to use a PDF pattern and how to sew stretch knits. We'll us a 3 - 12 month size pattern. We're supplying the top quality materials for your first pair. You'll have a choice of fabric. Make this pair and more for your baby or for some other lucky small one.
THIS CLASS IS FULL
$65.00 including pattern and materials
Call 306 -652-6031 if interested for another time
Folded Star Hotpad Table Runner
Tuesday, March 31 & April 7, 14, & 21, 2020
12:30 - 3:30 pm
Instructor: Anne
Make a pretty and practical accent for your dinner table. Learn or refresh your quilting skills. Try a new technique as you finish the ends of the runner with Prairie Points. You'll want to make one for yourself and more for friends and family.
$105.00 plus materials
To Register Call 306 -652-6031
Baby Lock Owners
Brilliant, Katherine, Lyric, Soprano
Tuesday, March 31, 2020
6 - 9 pm
Instructor: Kathy
Learn how you and your Baby Lock can make beautiful music together. Start with the basics and move through your machine step by step in this hands on class. Become familiar with settings, functions, editing and combine stitch patterns, memory, care and maintenance and so much more.
No Charge $30.00 if machine purchased elsewhere
To Register Call 306 -652-6031
The Necessary Clutch Wallet
Thursday, April 2, 9, & 16, 2020
12:30 - 4:30 pm
Instructor: Anne
Use an Emmaline Bags pattern to make The Necessary Clutch Wallet. Keep everything in its place and secure. Holds your cell phone, cash, cards, coins, cheques and more. Anne has lots of tips to make construction a breeze and lots of fun.
$105.00 plus pattern and materials
To Register Call 306 652-6031
Sew with Noreen
Wednesday, April 1, 2020
12:30 - 2:30 pm
Instructor: Noreen Nizinkevich Double 'D' Design
Join Noreen for a free afternoon of sewing. Bring you lingerie (bra) project and enjoy some uninterrupted sewing time with help, if you need it. Come be part of this informal gathering for information, inspiration, sewing time, and great conversation.
No Charge
To Register Call 306 -652-6031
Pfaff Owners
Ambition, Expression, and Performance
Tuesday, April 7, 2020
6 - 9 pm
Instructor: Kathy
Learn all the little known facts about your machine. This hands on class will take you from maintenance through the basics of your machine. You will have a tour through buttonhole options and learn all the tie on/tie off variations. You'll combine alphabet and designs, practice with the maxi stitches and try your hand at free motion. Kathy will take you beyond the book.
No Charge $30.00 if machine purchased elsewhere
To Register Call 306 -652-6031
Create A Skirt
Learn to Sew Wovens
Wednesday, April 8, 15, & 22, 2020
12:30 - 3 :30 pm
Instructor: Jacqueline
Follow six easy steps to create your skirt pattern. Choose one of eight silhouettes and custom fit it to your liking. Sew it up and learn waistband application, invisible zipper installation, hemming type for your skirt style, and closure options. Put your best foot forward in your new skirt.
$80.00 plus materials
To Register Call 306 -652-6031
NEW CLASS ADDED
Serger 101
Thursday, April 16 & 23, 2020
6 - 9 pm
Instructor: Kathy
After this six hour class, you will have made friends with your serger. It is important to understand how a serger works so we focus on basic theory which includes understanding tensions and choosing correct stitches for the project. You will practice basic techniques - rolled hems, using differential feed, turning corners, flatlock, attaching elastic, using heavy thread and coverstitch for those who have it. To practice your new skills, you'll make a cover for your machine. Tons of tips will be provided with lots of laughs thrown in.
$60.00 plus materials
To Register Call 306 -652-6031
Professional Tote
Thursday, April 23, and May 7 & 14,2020
12:30 - 4:30 pm
Instructor: Anne
Whether you are travelling or going to the office, this tote has it all. It's large enough for a laptop. There are zippered pockets inside and out, pleated pockets at each end, open pockets for cards, keys, and pens, and a secure zippered closure. Get personalized attention in this small class. Learn techniques and efficiencies from Anne. Have loads of fun and take home a fantastic tote.
$105.00 plus pattern and materials
To Register Call 306 -652-6031
Janome Owners
Skyline, 6650, 6700, 8200, 8900, 9400, 9450, and M7 Continental
Tuesday, April 28, 2020
6 - 9 pm
Instructor: Kathy
Would you like to find out how to make the most of your Janome machine? There are tons of little tricks to learn that will help you utilize your machine much better and more efficiently. Home cleaning and maintenance of your machine, needle positions, menu functions, buttonhole making, button sewing, free motion and much, much more. Let us help you use all of your wonderful Janome.
No Charge $30.00 if machine purchased elsewhere
To Register Call 306 -652-6031
Renew, Refresh, Reuse
Learn to Sew
Tuesday, May 5 & 12, 2019
6 - 9 pm
Instructor: Kathy
Have a man's shirt that's too special to give away? Give it a new life. Fashion it into a jumper or a beach cover up. Keep the front and back details. Use the sleeves to make neckline and armhole bindings. Voila! You've got a cute addition to your wardrobe.
$60.00 plus materials
To Register Call 306 652-6031