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Short sewing classes, learn and practice skills while making fun and useful projects.
Perfect for the beginner and the advancing seamster alike.

"Learn on your own machine, or use one of ours."

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Envelope Pillow
Make a custom finished pillow cover
A 3 hour class - $34
Class size: 3 to 10 seamsters

Bring a yard of preshrunk woven cotton fabric and a 12x12 pillow form to class and leave with a finished custom pillowcase! In this class we will cover working with seam allowance, decorative stitching, applying piping or trim into a seam and how to cut and make our own decorative piping.
Intermediate Zipper Pillow
Learn to make a zippered pillow cover
a 3-hour class - $39
Class size: 3 to 10 seamsters

Learn a variation of the centered zipper while making a one-of-a-kind pillow. Practice your sewing techniques and leave class with a great gift or new decor!
Intro to Quilting
A fun intro to quilting and finishing
3-hour basic project class - $39 (incl. $5 materials fee)
Class size: 3 to 9 seamsters

Learn the fundamentals of quilting while creating fashionable, useful and fun pot holders. We'll discuss fabric choices, advanced mitered corners, and thread selection. This is a great class for seamsters of all ages.
Messenger Bags
Make a fully lined messenger bag
with 3-section patch pocket and button closure.

5 hour class - $54 (incl. $5 materials fee)
Class size: 3 to 8 seamsters

Perfect for a beginner this fully lined messenger bag comes complete with 3-section patch pocket and button closure. You will learn how to make bags and accessories -- bring an old belt to make a self-adjusting bag strap!
Capes and Cloaks
Long or short, made with a hood or a collar
4 hour workshop - $55 (incl. $6 materials fee)
Class size: 3 to 6 seamsters

Long or short, made with a hood or a collar the cloak is an awesome addition to any wardrobe, or halloween costume. Learn the tricks behind good looking shoulders and using cape ties for wearing comfort!
Underwear
Made from new fabrics or an old t-shirt!
one 4 hour class - $54 (incl. $9 materials fee)
Class size: 3 to 9 seamsters

Fast and fun to make as well as a great way to learn to sew with knits. - Made from an old t-shirt or the newest high tech sport fabric these are sure to be a unique and fun addition to your wardrobe.

We will help you create a pattern to take home with you and re-use for years to come.
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NEW! Summer Retail Hours
SEE STUDIO CALENDAR FOR SCHEDULED CLOSURES
Monday4:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Tuesday4:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Wednesday4:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Thursday Shut
Friday Shut
Saturday11:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Sunday by appointment
Please note classes and events occur outside retail hours.
Please e-mail: pdxseamsters@gmail.com
48-hour notice is required to transfer enrollment,
new students must attend the first class of the session.
Please see our
cancellation policy for more details.
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