NEEDLECRAFTS AND SEWING
ALL ABOUT QUILTING Fee:
$45
This class will teach you everything about quilting, from creating your
own design to finishing with machine quilting. All level quilters are welcome
and no quilting knowledge is required. Ask for a supply list at the time
of registration, or e-mail the instructor at:
iris@iquiltdesigns.com.
Instructor: Iris Noitalay
| F |
9:00-12:00 N |
Oct 03-Nov 21 |
24 hrs |
91709 |
FTCC/CEC 144 |
ALTERATIONS MADE EASY Fee:
$45
Would you like to do your own alterations? This course is designed to teach
you basic alteration techniques using only a hand-sew needle and thread--the
oriental technique of making clothing "fit to a tee". The course includes
fitting, measurement, hemming techniques, and much more.
Instructor: Etsuko Martin
| M&W |
1:00-4:00 pm |
Sep 08-Oct 01 |
24 hrs |
91703 |
Blue Street Sr Ctr |
CASUAL CLOTHES THAT
FIT Fee: $45
This course is designed to teach you the techniques of fitting and pattern
adjustment. Construction will be made easy to enable you to sew your fashion
pants, blouses, dresses, skirts, and much more. You will be measured for
trim fitting and given a supply list on the first day. Instruction is geared
toward the experienced sewer. You will leave with new clothes ready to show
off to friends and family!
Instructor: Kay Bryant
| T |
12:30-3:30 pm |
Sep 09-Oct 28 |
24 hrs |
91717 |
FTCC/CEC 144 |
CREATIVE QUILTING Fee:
$45
Explore quilting in a different way. Designing, color selection, piecing,
quilting, timesaving shortcuts, and finishing techniques are all part of
this class. Work at your own pace and learn how to fine tune familiar techniques
and explore the less common methods of contemporary quilt making.
Instructor: Annette Orneleas
| W |
9:30 am-12:30 pm |
Sep 10-Nov 12 |
24 hrs |
91722 |
Loving Stitches |
| W |
6:00-9:00 pm |
Sep 10-Nov 12 |
24 hrs |
91723 |
Loving Stitches |
DESIGNER SEWING Fee:
$45
In this class, you will learn the latest tips and techniques the guide sheets
leave out. You will learn to enhance the quality of your garments and advance
your sewing skills. The class includes tailoring and making a versatile skirt
pattern with a personal fit. Personal instruction is given to each project
you select.
Instructor: Margaret Simmons
| W |
9:30 am-12:30 pm |
Sep 10-Oct 29 |
24 hrs |
91718 |
FTCC/CEC 144 |
| W |
1:00-3:30 pm |
Sep 10-Oct 29 |
20 hrs |
91719 |
FTCC/CEC 144 |
DRAPERY AND WINDOW
TREATMENTS Fee: $45
Join Mila as you learn how to create swags, drapery panels, and beautiful
cascades for any décor. With the availability of beautiful fabrics
and a variety of hardware styles, it's not only practical to sew your own
window treatments; it's also fun. Even more important, creating the right
window treatment will enhance a room as well as reflect your own personal
taste.
Instructor: Milagros Whitted
| T |
9:00-12:00 N |
Sep 09-Oct 28 |
24 hrs |
91711 |
FTCC/CEC 144 |
| T |
6:00-9:00 pm |
Sep 09-Oct 28 |
24 hrs |
91712 |
FTCC/CEC 144 |
FREEFORM CROCHET II Fee: $35
We will continue to have fun as we add to our crochet skills by experimenting
in designing and learning more specialized crochet techniques. This class
will focus on textures, such as basket weave, and new stitches such as bobbles,
clusters, and popcorn stitches. We will add spirals and other interesting
designs to our repertoire. This is a four-week class for intermediate/advanced
crochet students. A supply list will be available at registration. Please
have all supplies at first class. Your instructor is a CYCA certified instructor
in knitting and crocheting, and is a fiber artist who owns the Weaving
Spider.
Instructor: Beverly Brookhart
| W |
9:00-12:00 N |
Oct 08-Oct 29 |
12 hrs |
91748 |
Belden-Horne House |
FUN WITH FASHION Fee: $45
Haven't been to the mall lately to update your wardrobe? Is all your
spare change going in your tank? Have no fear, Virginia is here to help you
give your wardrobe an upgrade without depleting your savings. Do you have
old jeans, shoes, shirts, etc. that are no longer fashionable or need updating?
This class will help you to redesign your old clothing and turn it into something
fashionable. You will learn how stencils, patchwork, applique, beading, and
hand-embroidery can update any look. You will also learn how to draw out
your design using a template. This class requires basic sewing skills. You
will need supplies - a list will be given on the first day of class. Your
instructor is a graduate of Design College and has many years of fashion
design experience.
Instructor: Virginia Nixon
| M |
1:00-4:00 pm |
Oct 27-Dec 01 |
18 hrs |
91726 |
Belden-Horne House |
HOLIDAY KNITTING AND
CROCHETING Fee: $35
Come join other knitting and crocheting students and create beautiful gifts
for Christmas such as stockings, ornaments, baby blankets, and hats with
matching scarves. Bring your favorite Christmas yarns, supplies, and patterns
and let Beverly show you how to create beautiful items your family and friends
will cherish for a lifetime. The count down to Christmas is on, so let's
get started!
Instructor: Beverly Brookhart
| T |
1:30-4:30 pm |
Nov 04-Nov 25 |
12 hrs |
91698 |
Belden-Horne House |
INDUSTRIAL SEWING MACHINE
OPERATOR Fee: $60
If you are interested in seeking employment as an industrial sewing machine
operator, this course will help you prepare. You will be taught how to operate
high-speed industrial sewing machines that are used in the production of
clothing, parachutes, tents, boat sails, as well as furniture upholstery,
drapery and bedding, and other heavy-duty fabrics. While basic sewing skills
is a plus, it is not necessary, as you will be given an introduction to the
sewing machine and the function of the parts; care and maintenance of the
machines; basic operating procedures including threading; stitching on
heavyweight fabrics; sewing techniques used in apparel production; and quality
control. Your instructor has many years experience working in the sewing
industry including military contract work. DUE TO LIMITED ENROLLMENT;
PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.
Instructor: Milagros Whitted
| M |
6:00-9:00 pm |
Sep 08-Nov 24 |
36 hrs |
90649 |
FTCC/CEC 150 |
KNITTING AND CROCHETING
(BEGINNING/INTERMEDIATE) Fee:
$45
This course is designed for individuals who have no experience in knitting
or crocheting, or who have minimal skill levels. For those who are learning
to knit, you will learn to cast-on, bind off, knit, purl, and increase and
decrease stitches. For those who are learning to crochet, you will learn
the basic stitches: slip-stitch, chain stitch, single crochet, half-double
crochet, double crochet, and treble crochet. Other stitches will be introduced
as needed. You will learn to recognize symbols and read patterns. You will
be able to make at least one item of your choice. Your instructor is a fiber
artist and a Craft Yarn Council of America certified instructor. Supply
list will be available at time of registration.
Instructor: Beverly Brookhart
| T |
9:00-12:00 N |
Sep 09-Oct 28 |
24 hrs |
91705 |
Blue Street Sr Ctr |
| W |
5:30-8:30 pm |
Sep 10-Oct 29 |
24 hrs |
91716 |
FTCC/CEC 144 |
KNITTING AND CROCHETING
(INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED) Fee:
$45
This course is designed for individuals who have mastered basic knitting
and crocheting skills. Knitters will continue to learn stitch techniques
as well as how to read directions and graphs. Each student will be given
the opportunity to develop his or her own patterns. Knitting projects will
also be of a more complex nature. Crocheters will increase their stitch
capabilities, learn to read and follow more complex patterns, and will be
exposed to the intricacies of crochet.
Instructor: Beverly Brookhart
| T |
1:30-4:30 pm |
Sep 09-Oct 28 |
24 hrs |
91700 |
Belden-Horne House |
KNITTING WITH CABLES Fee:
$35
This is a short exploration of knitting cables in fisherman style. The
class is designed for intermediate/advanced knitters. We will cover casting
on, binding off, and everything in between, such as various ribbings, continuing
in established pattern, etc. We will then proceed to choose a pattern style
and begin knitting a fisher-man style vest. This is a four-week class and
it is imperative that you obtain a supply list and have your supplies on
the first day of class. Your instructor is a fiber artist who is CYCA certified
in both knitting and crocheting and is the owner of the Weaving Spider.
Instructor: Beverly Brookhart
| W |
9:00-12:00 N |
Sep 10-Oct 01 |
12 hrs |
91701 |
Belden-Horne House |
MACHINE QUILTING 101 AND
BEYOND Fee: $45
Not enough time to hand-quilt? This is the class for you! You will learn
how to pick designs for your own quilt. Everything from marking, stitching
in the "ditch", and free motion quilting will be explored in this class.
By the time the class concludes, you will have a work of art to take home.
Ask for a supply list at the time of registration, or e-mail the instructor
at: iris@iquiltdesigns.com.
Instructor: Iris Noitalay
| F |
1:00-4:00 pm |
Oct 03-Nov 21 |
24 hrs |
91708 |
FTCC/CEC 144 |
PURSE MAKING AND CUSTOM
THROWS Fee: $45
In this course you will design your own pattern and construct a custom
purse in your choice of fabrics and to your own specifications. You will
also design custom throws with fringe, beads, and various designs. During
the first class you will cut a simple pattern and then select your own fabrics
to complete your project. This is a fun and easy class.
Instructor: Ruby McNair
| M |
1:00-4:00 pm |
Sep 08-Oct 27 |
24 hrs |
91715 |
FTCC/CEC 144 |
| W |
10 am-1 pm |
Sep 10-Oct 29 |
24 hrs |
91714 |
Belden-Horne House |
QUILTING AND PIECING Fee:
$45
Beginning quilters--this class is designed especially for you! Learn easy
quilting and piecing techniques for triangles, diamonds, curves, color selection,
simple drafting, and much more. Will cover the whole spectrum of quilting--made
easy.
Instructor: Annette Orneleas
| M |
9:30 am-12:30 pm |
Sep 08-Nov 17 |
24 hrs |
91720 |
Loving Stitches |
QUILTING
(BEGINNING) Fee: $45
This is a course for new/first-time quilters. The focus is on machine quilting.
We will construct and complete a "rail fence" quilt, approximately 42x42
in. In this class, you will learn how to use a rotary cutter, construct a
quilt-top with strip piecing, sew the blocks together, arrange in a pattern,
and add borders. A quilting design is then determined and all three layers
of the quilt are stitched. After trimming, a binding is added to hold the
layers together. Beverly is an avid quilter who enjoys colorful quilts,
simplifying patterns, machine quilting, and long-arm machine quilting. It
is important to obtain a supply list at time of registration.
Instructor: Beverly Brookhart
| W |
1:30-4:30 pm |
Sep 10-Oct 29 |
24 hrs |
91707 |
Blue Street Sr Ctr |
QUILTING FUN FOR THE
HOLIDAYS Fee: $35
Set your holiday table with a lovely quilted table runner and matching
placemats. Use patchwork techniques to make stars, pinwheels, and flying
geese pine trees, which will result in lovely placemats and an any-season
table runner. Since this is only a four-week class, please so have your supplies
with you and ready to go at the first class. This class is suitable for all
levels of quilters. Supply list is available at the time of registration.
This class focuses on machine quilting and timesaving ways to quilt.
Instructor: Beverly Brookhart
| T |
9:00-12:00 N |
Nov 04-Nov 25 |
12 hrs |
91747 |
Blue Street Senior Ctr |
SEWING I Fee: $45
This basic sewing course will introduce you to sewing techniques, pattern
and fabric selection, garment construction, and the use and care of your
sewing machine. Although the course is designed for beginners, intermediate-level
students will also benefit from this instruction.
Instructor: Etsuko Martin
| M&W |
10 am-1 pm |
Sep 08-Oct 01 |
24 hrs |
91704 |
Blue Street Sr Ctr |
Instructor: Gloria Langston
| W |
9:30-12:00 N |
Sep 10-Oct 29 |
20 hrs |
91725 |
Sycamore Tree Sr Ctr |
SEWING II Fee: $45
This intermediate-level course is designed for students who have completed
Sewing I or have some previous sewing experience. All level serging students
are welcome. Instruction will focus on working with more complex sewing
techniques including necklines, facings, interfacing, inserting sleeves,
cuffs, and collars. Sewing machines are provided or you may bring your own
if you prefer.
Instructor: Etsuko Martin
| T&Th |
1:00-4:00 pm |
Sep 09-Oct 02 |
24 hrs |
91706 |
Blue Street Sr Ctr |
SEWING AND FITTING Fee:
$45
Whether you are just learning to sew or have some experience in sewing, the
personalized instruction in this course will enable you to adjust a pattern
to personal body measurements and produce garments you will be proud to wear.
It is designed to cover any aspect of sewing you need, from pattern selection
through pattern fitting and alteration to the production of a finished garment.
YOU DO NOT NEED TO BE A SENIOR CITIZEN TO TAKE CLASSES AT THE SENIOR
CENTER.
Instructor: Elma Smith
| F |
9:30 am-2 pm |
Sep 12-Oct 17 |
21 hrs |
91724 |
Spring Lake Sr Ctr |
SEWING: EXPERIENCE
REQUIRED Fee: $45
This course is designed for the experienced sewer who is in the process
of completing a project or is ready to charge headlong into a new more
challenging project. Come and share with other experienced sewers the knowledge
and tricks of the trade. Exchange favorite patterns and ideas and let your
instructor help you to overcome some of the challenges you face with more
advanced projects.
Instructor: Mary Dane
| W |
6:00-9:00 pm |
Sep 10-Oct 29 |
24 hrs |
91713 |
FTCC/CEC 144 |
SEWING: NO EXPERIENCE
NECESSARY Fee: $45
Are you ready to start sewing? This course is for beginners and those
who want ongoing sewing lessons with hands-on help. If you are totally new
to sewing, this is the place to begin. You will learn how to choose patterns
and fabric, operate a sewing machine, and work with sewing notions. What
are you waiting for? Let Mary help you choose your pattern and/or project
and guide you into the wonderful world of sewing. Sewing machines are provided
but feel free to bring your own.
Instructor: Mary Dane
| M |
6:00-9:00 pm |
Sep 08-Oct 27 |
24 hrs |
91710 |
FTCC/CEC 144 |
TATTING Fee: $45
Tatting is a form of lace that was very popular during the Victorian period.
Learn the art of tatting and produce delicate doilies, Christmas ornaments,
baby bonnets, etc.
Instructor: Teresa Patterson
| T |
1:00-3:00 pm |
Sep 09-Dec 02 |
22 hrs |
91721 |
Loving Stitches |
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