Sewing & Quilting

Winter

begin to sew - book bag

16 Yr Olds-Adults

Join us for a perfect way for adults to fall in love with sewing in just 2½ hours! You’ll sew a charming pincushion plus your very own fabric book bag—developing essential skills like threading a machine, using a pattern, and straight-line stitching along the way. This friendly, hands-on workshop helps build confidence as you create useful projects—ideal for everyday use or gifting—and is tailored to sewing novices seeking a fun, practical introduction to the craft. Sewing machines and all materials are provided. 

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  • Registration Deadline: Mon, Nov 10
  • Cost: $55r/$70nr
  • Instructor: Julie Blakely 
  • Date: Mon, Nov 17
  • Time: 5:30-8:00 PM

  • Location: City on a Hill (100 Pine St - STE 123)

sewing workshop for beginners - book bag

14 Yr Olds-Adults

Join us for our “Sew a Simple Book Bag - Beginners Workshop” class, a perfect way to fall in love with sewing in just 2½ hours! This class is specifically targeted for homeschool students and/or adults. You’ll sew a charming pincushion plus your very own fabric book bag—developing essential skills like threading a machine, using a pattern, and straight-line stitching along the way. This friendly, hands-on workshop helps build confidence as you create useful projects—ideal for everyday use or gifting—and is tailored to sewing novices seeking a fun, practical introduction to the craft. Sewing machines and all materials are provided. 

  • Register Here
  • Registration Deadline: Mon, Nov 10
  • Cost: $55r/$70nr
  • Instructor: Julie Blakely 
  • Date: Wed, Nov 19
  • Time: 9:30 AM-12:00 PM

  • Location: City on a Hill (100 Pine St - STE 123)

sewing workshop - rocking rope bowl

16 Yr Olds-Adults

Join us for a creative and practical Rope Bowl Workshop! In one fun session, you'll learn how to zig-zag stitch cotton rope into coiled bowls!. These stylish rope bowls are fast, affordable, and versatile: ideal for holding keys, jewelry, bedside essentials, or crafted into eye-catching statement baskets. All necessary materials are supplied—rope, fabric, threads—while participants should bring a sewing machine (with zig-zag stitch capability), open-toe presser foot, bobbins, and basic sewing tools. A working knowledge of threading a needle and changing a bobbin is required. You'll leave with a beautiful handmade piece that blends design and function—plus newfound skills and inspiration from this eco-friendly, hands-on workshop.

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  • Registration Deadline: Mon, Dec 1
  • Cost: $56r/$71nr
  • Instructor: Julie Blakely 
  • Date: Sat, Dec 6
  • Time: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM

  • Location: Cityside Middle School - Chix Coop

sewing workshop - farmers market tote

16 Yr Olds-Adults

Join us for a workshop where you’ll sew your very own Market Tote Bag! Designed for participants who've mastered the basics, this class guides you through the creation of a spacious, sturdy tote—perfect for grocery runs, farmers’ market treasures, or beach gear. All sewing machines and materials are included; simply bring your curiosity! You’ll receive one-on-one guidance from start to finish, learning pattern reading and full construction to make a tote for yourself—and one to give.—Prerequisite: basic sewing machine experience.

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  • Registration Deadline: Mon, Jan 12
  • Cost: $65r/$80nr
  • Instructor: Julie Blakely 
  • Date: Sat, Jan 17
  • Time: 10:00 AM-1:00 PM

  • Location: City on a Hill (100 Pine St - STE 123)