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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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Pattern Making - Part 3

Sew Design Studio @ 2608 Green Bay Rd, Evanston, IL

Elevate your pattern-making skills at Sew Design Studio with an advanced exploration into utilizing your existing blocks. Uncover innovative techniques to craft personalized fashion designs, empowering you to unleash your creativity onto the canvas of fabric. Embark on a journey of self-expression and precision in this transformative class.

Advanced 12 and older
No upcoming schedules
$325

6 sessions

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Real Machine Quilting

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

Spend a day, or three (!), with Amanda learning techniques & tips for quilting on home sewing machines with free motion and ruler work. Be inspired by Amanda’s experiences, enthusiasm, and passion for creating beautiful quilts. Kit/Supplies are extra.

(8) All levels 18 and older
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$150
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Add Pockets to Dresses & Skirts Sewing Class

Sew Anastasia

This is a one day sewing class with all of the supplies included. You will receive the sewing pattern in class and you can take it home after you master making them with Anastasia and put pockets in everything.  You will have tons of options for fabrics to choose from or you can bring your own. Master sewing pockets into pre existing garments with Anastasia and then put them in all of your dresses and skirts at home. Bring in a handful...

(6) All levels 18 and older
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Serging 101

Sew Anastasia @ 2041 W Carroll Ave, Chicago, IL

We will make samples of the following things only using a serger Corners and curves plus straight lines Gathering and sewing at the same time Attaching elastic with the regular foot.  Attaching elastic with an elastic foot Blind hem Attaching lace Rolled hem Gathering Picot elastic Cover Stitch Attaching beads Creating Piping All Supplies are included in the class. All you need to do is show up! Unless you are virtually taking...

(6) All levels 18 and older
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“Say Cheese” Hands-On Embroidery

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

Join us for an exciting hands-on embroidery workshop with Premier OESD Educator, Kellie Rushing! Discover essential techniques and create three unique projects while learning valuable tips and tricks to make your own embroidery projects more successful. Don't miss out on this ideal event for embroidery enthusiasts!

(8) All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$169

2 sessions

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"Sew Like A PRO" Sewing, Embroidery & Quilting Workshop

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

Discover the joy of sewing like a pro with Premier Bernina educator Sandra Swick. Join us for a two-day workshop where you'll learn computerized quilting, free-motion quilting, embroidery techniques, and more. Get hands-on experience with top-of-the-line machines and create beautiful projects.

(8) All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$189

2 sessions

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Tits & Tips: Burlesque Adornments that Dazzle

Vaudezilla Studios @ 3317 W Irving Park Rd, Chicago, IL

Learn the art of burlesque costume fabrication from international showgirl and professional customer Red Hot Annie at Vaudezilla Studios. Create your own statement pieces like rhinestone tassels and feather headdresses that will dazzle on stage. Don't miss this chance to twirl and shine with the ultimate burlesque accessories.

(14) All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules

Design Your Own Sweater

Sifu Design Studio & Fine Yarns

In this 8 week course you will be designing your very own custom sweater pattern. Learning how to take proper measurements, learning the basics of pattern drafting and how to grade your pattern, which means writing your pattern for multiple sizes.  This is an advanced knitting technique, so having a few intermediate projects under your belt is helpful. You will be working in your choice of a sport, DK, worsted, or aran weight yarn...

Advanced 18 and older
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Beginning Hat Knit-Along

Knit Nirvana

Knit your first hat along with Judith. She will have several beginner patterns to suggest. Learn to work in the round, make decreases, and finish on double-pointed needles. This class is free with yarn and pattern purchase.

(1) Beginner 21 and older
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Knitting Tips and Tricks

Knit Nirvana

Sit at the feet of the Knitting Goddess, Katherine, and absorb her purls to take your knitting to the next level.  I took this class when she taught it at Tangled Web and it changed the way I approach my knitting.  This is well-worth your time.  

(1) Beginner 21 and older
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Coat Workshop

Sew Design Studio @ 2608 Green Bay Rd, Evanston, IL

Let’s take a mini retreat and spend a couple of days making a coat. It’s the perfect piece to add flair or a pop of color to your wardrobe. We will be using wool melton, so there will not be a lot of fuss to make it happen! Here are the two styles of coats to choose from: Butterick 6244 or New Look 6742. Your supply list will be emailed to you once you book the workshop. Patterns will be available for purchase. Workshop Schedule Day 1:...

Advanced 12 and older
No upcoming schedules
$275

2 sessions

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Intermediate Sewing I

Sew Design Studio @ 2608 Green Bay Rd, Evanston, IL

Learn the art of garment construction and pattern adjustments in this intermediate sewing class at Sew Design Studio. Sew a classic sheath dress and gain confidence in setting sleeves, working with darts, and zippers, and adding a lining. Perfect for both beginners and experienced sewists looking to refine their skills.

Intermediate 12 and older
No upcoming schedules
$285

6 sessions

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Intermediate Sewing II

Sew Design Studio @ 2608 Green Bay Rd, Evanston, IL

Take your sewing skills to the next level at Sew Design Studio with our Intermediate Sewing II course. Create a stylish blouse or shirt, followed by a jacket or basic pants. Develop your skills in pattern adjustments, collar construction, sleeve setting, buttonholes, seam finishing, and proper interfacing use. Consult with our instructors to determine which project is best suited for you.

Intermediate 12 and older
No upcoming schedules
$285

6 sessions

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Crafter's Tool Caddy & Wrench/Tool Roll-Up

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

You’ll love this handy ByAnnie tool caddy with dozens of pockets for storing & carrying all your sewing, quilting, or other craft supplies. A bucket provides a sturdy base for the pocketed cover.   Doubly nice, the ByAnnie-inspired, instructor-designed Wrench/Tool Roll Up is the perfect addition for crafters & handy-people to organize their equipment, supplies, trappings, utensils, ...stuff!   Wrenches, screwdrivers, pens &...

(8) All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$100
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Fit to Flatter Workshop

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

Making clothes for yourself can be incredibly rewarding, but can come with challenges when trying to fit your body. Join us & pattern designer, Lindsey Marsh, of Sew To Grow designs, to learn how making clothing for yourself can be fun & extremely rewarding, especially with one of our NEW SEWING MACHINES! Using one of her attractive & easy patterns - The Bondi Top, The Fremantle Frock or the Sweet Summertime Dress - Lindsey will walk...

(8) All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$149

2 sessions

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Tame that Technique 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. Sandra has the unique distinction of having sent one of her prize quilts into outer space!  The quilt was signed by more than 100 former students of astronaut & Teacher in Space, Barbara Morgan, and traveled with her to the International Space Station in...

(8) All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$149

2 sessions

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Ricky Tims Webinars & Two Day Event

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

Quilting Celebrity & Award Winning Quilter, Fabric Designer & Author, Spellbinding Speaker & Storyteller! Ricky will join us in a virtual webinar as a PREVIEW to 2021's In-Person MasterClasses - JUST FOR YOU! Join us and Ricky for this special opportunity to share in his enthusiasm and passion for quilting, teaching, and life!  Ricky will present a variety of unique & insightful quilting methods, techniques and tips, in a  multi-media...

(8) All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$149

2 sessions

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Mittens Sewing

Sew Anastasia

This is a one day sewing class with all of the supplies included. You will receive the sewing pattern along with fabric, thread and anything else you will need to complete the mittens.  You will have 5 options for fabrics to choose from or you can bring your own. I will also have 4 embroidery machines set up so that you can add an embroidery or name to your mittens.  Mittens make a great gift for holidays ! Learn to master sewing them and...

(6) All levels 12 and older
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Quilting Phenom - Kimberly Einmo - Hands-On Quilt Fest!

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

We are sew excited to have... QUILTING PHENOM, KIMBERLY EINMO Janome’s Premier Ambassador & Artisan, Author, Designer, Sought-After Worldwide Educator & Award Winning Quilter here for a 3-DAY EXCLUSIVE EVENT! Janome has chosen us as a select host for Kimberly’s Fabulous Quilt Fest. Kimberly is a respected & prominent leader in the quilting industry, having written 6 best-selling quilting books, created her own...

(8) All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$129

3 sessions

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2-Day Hands-On Quilt Fest with Kimberly Einmo

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

We are sew excited to have QUILTING PHENOM, KIMBERLY EINMO Janome’s Premier Ambassador & Artisan, Author, Designer, Sought-After Worldwide Educator & Award Winning Quilter here for an EXCLUSIVE EVENT! Janome has chosen us as a select host for Kimberly’s Fabulous Quilt Fest. Kimberly is a respected & prominent leader in the quilting industry, having written 6 best-selling quilting books, created her own line of unique, specialty...

(8) All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$129

2 sessions

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