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Learn the art of sewing and textiles in Chicago with classes that cover everything from basic sewing techniques to advanced textile design, allowing participants to create their own unique clothing pieces and home decor items.

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Beginning Knitting: Knit a Scarf

Knitche, Inc. @ 5221 Main St, Chicago, IL

Learn the basics of cast-on, knit, and bind-off in this beginner class. For this class, we will work on a seasonally appropriate purse or scarf that will teach you all the basics. No previous experience is necessary.

(2) Beginner 13 and older
No upcoming schedules
$38

2 sessions

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Quick and Easy Free Motion Techniques

Linda Z's Sewing Center @ 1216 E Central Rd, Chicago, IL

Now you’ll be able to sit down at your machine at home, or your new sit-down quilter, and draw - with thread! Our  instructor will help you to be consistent and fluid with your stitches. Learn how to mark your fabric and set your sites for your own beautifully finished quilt projects! During class use our new top-line, sit-down quilting machines. Regardless of the machine you own, the techniques you’ll learn are transferrable...

(8) All levels 18 and older
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Bernina Creative Sewing Studio

Linda Z's Sewing Center @ 1216 E Central Rd, Chicago, IL

Learn how to take full advantage of the fantastic features of your Bernina sewing & embroidery machines you purchased from Linda Z’s. Join us every month for this new lecture/demo class showcasing the best of BERNINA products, features and benefits using a fun & inspirational approach. Topics may include a quick & easy project, fun & inspirational techniques, or embroidery examples that will give you some ideas for your own creations....

(8) All levels 18 and older
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Odette & Ivy Top

Linda Z's Sewing Center @ 1216 E Central Rd, Chicago, IL

This class will be three sessions, 2 hours each session. The printed pattern includes sizes from XS thru XXL. Learn to make these easy & comfortable tops in our sweet, stretchy, beautiful knit fabric. Odette is a pieced top with darts and princess seams, panels, and a tapered peplum. Ivy is a swing tunic with front and sleeve insertions and diagonal skirt panels. In this class you’ll learn to adjust pattern sizes, to cut & sew with knits,...

(8) All levels 18 and older
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$39

2 sessions

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Crochet a Cowl

Knitche, Inc. @ 5221 Main St, Chicago, IL

Take your crochet skills to the next level by mastering some new stitches, in a beautiful shawl or cowl pattern.   Pre-requisite: Beginning Crochet or equivalent. 

(2) All levels 13 and older
No upcoming schedules
$35

2 sessions

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What's New From Brother

Linda Z's Sewing Center @ 1216 E Central Rd, Chicago, IL

Join us as we unveil & demonstrate some of the AWESOME AND EXCITING NEW ITEMS we’ve brought back from the recent BROTHER CONVENTION!   We are SEW EXCITED - we can’t wait to show you WHAT’S NEW!   Be ONE OF THE FIRST to find out about the latest innovations from Brother!   Get an INSIDE LOOK at the machines and accessories being released in 2018!   There will be something...

(8) Beginner 18 and older
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Bernina Sewing Academy

Linda Z's Sewing Center @ 1216 E Central Rd, Chicago, IL

Join us, and Sandra Swick, premier educator from Bernina, as we LEARN TO MASTER variety of seaming, hemming, & embellishment techniques to give your projects a professional finish. Texture Fabric PaintWorks Designing Stitches Rulerwork Quilting Needle Felting Embroidery Appliqué Embroidered Buttonholes Corded Buttonholes Designing Shapes in Embroidery Sashiko Stitching by Machine Sashiko Stitching with Embroidery Mock Trapunto...

(8) All levels 18 and older
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Stuff & Plush Animal Embroidery Fun

Linda Z's Sewing Center @ 1216 E Central Rd, Chicago, IL

Give a stuffed buddy NEW EMBROIDERED LIFE! Learn new embroidery techniques with embellishments on a plush toy. Personalize a buddy for your kids or as a gift. Now more lonely Pooh-bears! Transform a shy ducky into a happy-go-lucky ducky!Create fun, Hear-it-all, See-it-all, Tell-it-all monkeys! Don’t have an embroidery machine? No problem - USE ONE OF OUR NEW MACHINES! Required Materials: Stuffed toy & kit are FREE with seminar, other supplies...

(8) All levels 18 and older
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Tuesday Techniques

Linda Z's Sewing Center @ 1216 E Central Rd, Chicago, IL

Over the years we’ve all acquired myriad new techniques and sewing tips that we’d love to share with you. Join us regularly as one of our sewing experts will demonstrate essential tips, tricks & techniques to achieve superior sewing. During this lecture/demonstration learn how to make some amazing projects as well as new tips, tricks, & techniques.

(8) All levels 18 and older
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Swirling Star Table Topper

Linda Z's Sewing Center @ 1216 E Central Rd, Chicago, IL

Join us in class to make a dazzling 6-point Swirling Star Table Topper using strips of several shades of two colors joined into an ombre-like swirl of fabulous colors and cut with a 60° diamond ruler. Stars and diamonds—both brilliant and sparkling—just like the table topper you’ll create! Sew up some holiday décor with the festive themed fabric or colors you choose. Make them for yourself or as gifts. Use the techniques you’ll learn in...

(8) All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$39

2 sessions

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Fall in Love with Viking

Linda Z's Sewing Center

Are you curious about Viking’s Epic and new Epic2? Sergers? Are you interested in trading up to this innovative, new machine? Don’t have a machine but want to delve into what's new in the sewing world? Join us to explore the new Viking Sewing & Embroidery Machines and Sergers! We will discuss, share, teach, and work hands-on with you to create a fun, new project using the wonderful features...

(8) All levels 18 and older
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Sewing Techniques

Linda Z's Sewing Center @ 1216 E Central Rd, Chicago, IL

A class for new sewers, it also is great as a refresher course for others. You will learn the basic 3Ts – Terms, Tools and Techniques! Join us and also learn: Sewing Machines – What you need to look for when buying a new machine Essential Supplies and Tools – What to buy now and what to put on your wish list Thread – Why is thread important Fabric – The basis for a perfect result after all of your hard work Patterns – Determining...

(8) Beginner 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$39

2 sessions

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Wrap It Up - Into A Fabric Bowl

Linda Z's Sewing Center @ 1216 E Central Rd, Chicago, IL

"Wrap" your way around small, different projects on your way to a fun finale - Fabric Bowl! Collect the small pieces of your treasures, your hobbies, your notes, … your things in a beautiful, colorful hand-made bowl. During this class (a series of 4 sessions), while learning & "wrapping" your way through a variety of items with the “wrap-it-up” coil technique, the finale will be your signature masterpiece fabric bowl! Collect the small...

(8) All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$39

2 sessions

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UFO Open Sew

Linda Z's Sewing Center @ 1216 E Central Rd, Chicago, IL

Un-Finished Objects? Find Open Space To Sew!  Bring your un-finished projects. Bring your machines. Put aside some time to get moving on your slow moving or unfinished sewing projects. Take some personal time away from kids, husband, housework and work-work. Use our wide-open sewing space.

(8) All levels 18 and older
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Wrapped Up for the Holidays Trivets

Linda Z's Sewing Center

When a holiday comes you’ll be ready with these fun trivets to decorate your table, desk … home! During this class, make a wonderful Valentine’s Day or Easter or Springtime or … table trivet with the “wrap-it-up” coil technique. The sky’s the limit! Note: Fabric, pattern and supplies to be purchased at the center.

(8) All levels 18 and older
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Camp Shirt

Linda Z's Sewing Center

Learn to make this sweet shirt using a variety of wonderful fabric - silk, cotton... Step up your sewing. Your shirt will have a flattering fit with princess seams.  Pretty. Easy. Versatile. Make several! Prerequisite: Beginning Sewing class or prior sewing experience Note: Fabric, pattern and supplies are to be purchased at the store.

(8) Intermediate 18 and older
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Pajama Pants: Suitable for Woven Fabrics

Linda Z's Sewing Center @ 1216 E Central Rd, Chicago, IL

Learning to sew pajama pants is a terrific progression on your beginning sewing journey. This class is suited to pajamas made from woven fabric. Choose from our MANY woven, print fabrics! Easy! All sewing levels welcome. Plus, they are comfortable and quick to make - soon you’ll be making pairs for everyone! Pattern, fabric, and supplies not included in the price Prerequisite: Beginning Sewing class or prior sewing experience

(8) All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$39.95

2 sessions

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All Things Juki Longarm

Linda Z's Sewing Center @ 1216 E Central Rd, Chicago, IL

How much are you currently paying someone to have your quilt tops finished? Put that money towards your own longarm system and complete YOUR OWN quilt vision! JOE KUHEL, our Juki representative, will be here to demonstrate the possibilities of the Juki Longarm. Do not miss this opportunity to try before you buy and get all of your questions answered.  There will be time to get “hands-on” to get acquainted with the Juki Longarm and Robotics....

(8) All levels 18 and older
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Octagonal Table Set: Placemats & Napkins

Linda Z's Sewing Center @ 1216 E Central Rd, Chicago, IL

Learn how to make these octagonal table sets - adjust the size to meet your home décor needs. Make a set for you - make a set for a friend - DON’T STOP… make them as gifts galore! EASY! FUN! You will not want to STOP! Prerequisite: Beginning Sewing Class (or prior sewing experience)

(8) Intermediate 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$59

3 sessions

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Napkins & Placemats

Linda Z's Sewing Center @ 1216 E Central Rd, Chicago, IL

Create wonderful décor for your dining table – casual, formal… you choose - beautiful classic dinner napkins & placemats! Use print fabric with coordinating trim, or tone-on-tone. Whatever your fabric choice, be the talk of the town at your parties. Throw out those paper napkins & placemats & use your hand-made creations - in the kitchen, the dining room, even camping or at a picnic! Prerequisite: Beginning Sewing class or prior...

(8) Intermediate 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$59

3 sessions

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