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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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Garment Sewing
Linda Z's Sewing Center @ 1216 E Central Rd, Chicago, IL
Building A Great Fitting Wardrobe, One Piece At A Time! Pattern, fabric & supplies are extra and must be purchased here. Bring your machine if it was purchased here. Whether you're an experienced garment sewer or someone looking to start, Connie will guide you along a journey to create new pieces or a whole wardrobe. Choose any pattern here - t-shirt, skirt, pants, dress, etc. - along with fabric and join us to start from the beginning or jump...
Knitting 201-The Next Step (K201)
Knitche, Inc. @ 5221 Main St, Chicago, IL
Knitting 201: The Next Step (K201) - Knit a Shawl Learn purling, increasing, decreasing, and pattern reading as you discover how to discern the difference between garter stitch and stockinette stitch. The project is a lovely triangular fringed shawl or scarf. Pre-requisite: BKA or its equivalent
Knit in the Round
Knitche, Inc. @ 5221 Main St, Chicago, IL
So many knitting projects are knit circularly. In this class we will introduce you to knitting small circumferences in the round on double-pointed needles. The project is a functional and fun set of fingerless gauntlet gloves. Pre-requisite: K201 or its equivalent
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Knit a Sweater
Knitche, Inc. @ 5221 Main St, Chicago, IL
Okay, you're ready, let's knit a sweater! With the basic skills of knitting, purling, increasing, decreasing and knitting in the round under your belt, you're well set up to tackle sweater knitting. We will help you with gauge swatching, choosing the appropriate size, raglan sleeve formation, border treatment and finishing techniques. Choose a pullover or a cardigan, available in both child and adult sizes (we can suggest...
$20
Scan 'N Cut Workshop
Linda Z's Sewing Center @ 1216 E Central Rd, Chicago, IL
Join us every month, on the 3rd Monday, for an hour long presentation covering different techniques, tips and projects to help make your Brother Scan ‘N Cut fun and easy to use. Topics covered will be different each month. As a benefit to customers who purchased the Brother Scan ‘N Cut at Linda Z’s, you’ll receive priority registration. Prerequisite: Basic Machine Training
$20
Scan N Cut Class: Make a St Patrick's Day Stein
Linda Z's Sewing Center @ 1216 E Central Rd, Chicago, IL
Lift a pint & toast to a Happy St. Patrick’s Day! ST PATRICK’S DAY STEIN with the SCAN N CUT! (BYOS - Bring your own stein, at least 4 inches tall, 16 oz. Also bring your Scan N Cut and other supplies.) Join us in learning how to create a fun and timely glass for your St. Patrick’s Day festivities! It’s EASY to be CREATIVE! Come see how. We’ve got a fun little project for you to make…Just in time for ST PATRICK’S DAY!
$25
Bowl Me Over! Making a Fabric Bowl
Linda Z's Sewing Center @ 1216 E Central Rd, Chicago, IL
During this class, use the coiling and fabric wrapping techniques you learned in the Coiling & Wrapping Rope Bowls: Beginning Basics Class and get “bowled over” as you create your signature masterpiece fabric bowl! Collect the small pieces of your treasures, your hobbies, your notes, … your things in beautiful, colorful hand-made bowls. Fabric, pattern & supplies available in our store. Prerequisite: Beginning Basics Class, or...
$29.95
Recycled Rag Rugs
Sifu Design Studio & Fine Yarns
Learn a few different techniques to create rag rugs from old t-shirts, sheets, or any scrap fabric. If you made t-shirt yarn from last Saturday, this is the perfect application for it. Bring any old sheets, t-shirts, or any fabric you have lying around, and add it to the pile of fabrics we have available to create these fun to make rugs! All other materials will be available for purchase, no experience needed
All levels
18 and older
Advanced Fix Your Mistakes in Knitting
Sifu Design Studio & Fine Yarns
Dropped stitches are a cinch when you know how to fix them. But what happens when it is in lace? Or when you cross your cable the wrong way? Learn how to fix more advanced problems, build your confidence and hone your skills when you learn how to fix 4 commonly made advanced mistakes in knitting. Bring your current project if it has mistakes in it you want to fix. A list of homework to have done before class will be provided...
All levels
18 and older
Bed Sheet Basket Workshop
Sifu Design Studio & Fine Yarns
Baskets aren't just for the Easter Bunny. Especiall when you are making then out of recycled sheets and scrap fabric. In this one day workshop you will be making a small bedsheet basket and learning the techniques that you can take home to make larger baskets to hold all of your eggs, I mean yarn. Materials included, no experience needed.
All levels
18 and older
Dragon Scale Gauntlets
Sifu Design Studio & Fine Yarns
Dragon scales aren't just for Dragons anymore. Learn this amazing new technique that uses scale male to make these stunning gauntlets. Learn to tame your fear of knitting more complex items with this 2 week class. Materials not included, but a kit will be available the day of class. Must know how to knit and purl.
Intermediate
18 and older
Mystery Knit Along
Sifu Design Studio & Fine Yarns
Think you know all there is to know abotu 2 color cables? Think again, as Andi Smith of "Bigfoot Knits" takes this stunning technique a step or two further. Join her in this special one time only Mystery Knit Along and learn the new 2 color cable techniques that are the cornerstone of her new collection. Get to see and make new designs before anyone else! This promises to be an exciting, entertaining and educational afternoon.
All levels
18 and older
Knit Teeny Tiny Dolphins
Sifu Design Studio & Fine Yarns
Learn to knit little chickens that are no bigger than an your thumb! Anna Hrachovec of Mochimochi Land will introduce you to the addictive world of tiny toy knitting using double-pointed needles. Techniques will include starting out with a small number of stitches, I-cord, picking up stitches on a 3-D piece, and simple embroidery. The finished dolphins make cute key chains, ornaments, and more. You'll be well on your way to...
All levels
18 and older
Finish Your Knits
Sifu Design Studio & Fine Yarns
There is a difference between “handmade” and “homemade”. Spending weeks and months on knitting a sweater, or making squares for an afghan, takes a lot of effort in knitting and when it comes time to piece them together, you want to make sure it looks handmade and well crafted. A junky seam can turn your beautifully knit sweater into a piece that sits in your drawer forever. Learn the proper techniques to finish your knits and fool your...
Intermediate
18 and older
Sci-Fiber Friday
Sifu Design Studio & Fine Yarns @ 6054 N Broadway St, Chicago, IL
Does your friday night consist of watching Sci-Fi movies and knitting? Well ours does. Every friday we have a free showing of a different sci-fi movie or tv show. We order pizza but you are more than welcome to bring along a snack. Come and (space) craft with us!
All levels
18 and older
Free
Drop Spindle Spinning
Sifu Design Studio & Fine Yarns
In this 3 hour workshop you will learn the basics of making yarn. We’ll cover different types of fiber, fiber preparations, and spinning methods, with a focus on learning to spin with the top whirl spindle. Supplies: $38.50 for a drop spindle kit or bring your own top whirl spindle and roving.
Beginner
18 and older
Stitch 'n' Brunch
Sifu Design Studio & Fine Yarns @ 6054 N Broadway St, Chicago, IL
Every Sunday we host a pot-luck style brunch and craft circle. Bring your project, your favorite breakfast nibble and join other local crafters. You don't have to be a knitter or crocheter, if you weave, spin, bead, felt, or embroider - everyone is welcome! We don't discriminate.
All levels
18 and older
Free
Knit Tiny Sweater
Sifu Design Studio & Fine Yarns
These tiny sweaters are so cute and great for gift toppers, ornaments to don your tree or a tiny wine bottle cozy. In this 2 week class, you will learn how to make a tiny top down raglan sweater, cables and how to work with double pointed needles. Must know how to knit and purl. Pattern included.
Intermediate
18 and older
Knit Thrummed Slipper
Sifu Design Studio & Fine Yarns
When worn, these cozy slippers will make their own felted lining. Thrum knitting is an old European tradition using unspun wool for added warmth. We will be using 100% american grown and dyed wool from Imerial Yarn Company with natural sliver roving for lining. Available in several colors. Materials not included, but you do get a 10% student discount on all materials you purchase while enrolled in class. Also included is a free one hour private...
Intermediate
18 and older
How to Copy READY TO WEAR Workshop
Sew Design Studio @ 2608 Green Bay Rd, Evanston, IL
Have you ever had a favorite garment that you wish you had ten of? Then this workshop is for you! Come and learn the basic principles of copying ready-to-wear using a basic T-Shirt. Just show up with your Favorite Basic T-Shirt! Prerequisite: Basic sewing experience
Intermediate
12 and older
$70
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