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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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Get Your Knit On - Happy Daze Hat

Wool and the Gang

Unravel with friends and learn a new skill at a Wool and the Gang Knit Party!   Upon arrival you will receive your Happy Daze Hat kit that contains all the materials you will need including our Crazy Sexy Wool, a set of rosewood knitting needles and an easy-to-follow pattern that includes instructions for three difficulty levels -  ­beginner, easy and intermediate.   You’ll receive on-hand knitting help from our Gang of knitters...

(7) All levels 18 and older
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Embroidery Retreat: Anita Goodesign

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

Join us for 2 FUN DAYS of FABULOUS Hands-On Embroidery! Anita Goodesign’s Premier Educator, will guide you in making embroidery spectacular - all the time. It’s a fabulous embroidery extravaganza! At the brand new Anita Goodesign Embroidery Party you will learn new techniques, master ones you’ve seen before, and learn how to apply them to different collections and projects. Be one of the first to see sneak peeks of upcoming releases and walk...

(8) All levels 18 and older
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$99

2 sessions

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Hands-On Travel Bag & Organizer Seminar

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

Learn to create the ultimate travel bag. You’ll love Annie’s sturdy bags & organizers with lots of dividers & plenty of storage possibilities - AND they’ll look professionally-made - BY YOU! You’ll be able to work hands-on - with the designer herself. Note: Pattern, fabric, finishing kit & supplies not included. Bring a sack lunch. Snacks & beverages will be provided throughout the day.

(8) All levels 18 and older
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Hands-on Intro to Paper Piecing With The Dream Machine

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

Experience the many wonderful sewing features of the Brother Dream Machine! You’ll be able to use these awesome features hands-on while learning the secret to Judy Niemeyer’s amazing paper piecing methods with Brother educator & Certified Judy Niemeyer Instructor. Learn these fabulous techniques with a Judy Niemeyer pattern designed exclusively for you! Discover many extraordinary features of the Brother Dream Machine: Guideline marker...

(8) Beginner 18 and older
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Arm Knitting

Vaudezilla Studios @ 3330 W Irving Park Rd, Chicago, IL

Super chunky knits are the rage. Did you can know you can make them without any equipment - just your arms? In this class, we'll use felt to make chunky yarn and learn arm knitting. You'll go home with a new cowl or scarf! Class fee includes materials.

(14) All levels 18 and older
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Fit for a Queen: Panty Construction

Vaudezilla Studios @ 3330 W Irving Park Rd, Chicago, IL

Empower your inner fashion designer while learning the basics of underwear construction! Imagine your underwear drawer full of your favorite colors, textures, and patterns - all custom made by you! Basic materials and machine will be provided.  However, artists are welcome to bring any of the following: sewing machine 1/2-yard of 4-way stretch material (not too stretchy) 1/4-yard cotton lining 2 yards of 5/8" foldover elastic matching...

(14) All levels 18 and older
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VIRTUAL: Sew My Soles

Linda Z's Sewing Center @ Virtual Classroom

Join us for a VIRTUAL Sew My Soles Workshop on Quilted Espadrille Making! Machine embroidery at its BEST! The SHOW MUST GO ON-line! Embroider in the comfort of your own home, on your machine, while Zandra Shaw, works with you in this live webinar. See link below to determine shoe size. Join us for a VIRTUAL Sew My Soles Workshop on Quilted Espadrille Making! Machine embroidery at its BEST! The SHOW MUST GO ON-line! Embroider in the comfort of your...

(8) All levels 18 and older
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2-Day T-Shirt Quilting

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

Join us, along with, Judy Fredenburgh, Premier Embellish Educator, for a UNIQUE HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE! ...and discover a wealth of tips, tricks and techniques that you’ll turn to over and over again in your sewing, quilting and crafting pursuits. Judy will highlight some fun skills to know: Quilting-As-You-Go! T-Shirt Quilts! Cutting with Precision! 1/2 & 1/4 Square Shortcuts! ..and SEW MUCH MORE! Whether you are a traditional...

(8) All levels 18 and older
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$79

2 sessions

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2-Day Hands-On "Embroidery TNT" Workshop

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

We are EXPLODING with information to take your embroidery to the next level! Join us, along with Judy Fredenburgh, Premier Floriani Educator, for a 2-day Embroidery Party that will blow you away!  Stitch along with the expert while she guides you through the TIPS and TECHNIQUES for combining the right ingredients for EMBROIDERY SUCCESS! Embroidery Party Techniques include: Iridescent Applique Quilting in the...

(8) All levels 18 and older
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$89

2 sessions

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Knit a Baby Surprise Jacket

Sifu Design Studio & Fine Yarns

In this 5 week class you have just enough time to wip up this cozy jacket and wrap it up for your favorite little one to open for the holidays. The holidays are just around the corner and wouldn't it be great if you could knit your baby, your grandchild, your niece or nephew a hug? How about a hug in the form of the classic Elizabeth Zimmerman "Baby Suprise Jacket"? You must know how to knit. Materials not included but you do get a 10% discount...

Intermediate 18 and older
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Fair Isle Beret: Intro to Colorwork

Sifu Design Studio & Fine Yarns

Fair Isle is not just an island in the British Isles, but is also a technique of stranded color work in knitting where you hold two colors to create a pattern in the fabric. It is an advanced knitting technique so having a few intermediate projects under your belt is helpful. If you have taken our intermedate knitting class this would be a great follow up!  We will be working in a sport or DK weight yarn so bring any size 4 to 7 knitting needles...

Advanced 18 and older
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Modular Knitting

Sifu Design Studio & Fine Yarns

In this five week course you will learn 2 modular knitting techniques. It is great for those knitters who appreciate instant gratification. The first technique is Domino knitting where each square is done individually and joined as you go giving you a wonderful sense of accomplishment.  The second is entralac, where you knit little squares one after another but leave them on the needle and come back to close off the squares and build more...

Intermediate 18 and older
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Lace: A Holey Adventure

Sifu Design Studio & Fine Yarns

Vintage lace patterns are a wonder to be hold! Light and airy, perfect for a summers evening to keep the chill off. Learn to knit lace, use a life line, and how to fix your mistakes in this lovely retro inspired shawl.  Must know how to knit and purl. The book is included in the cost of the class. 10% discount on all other materials while enrolled. 

Intermediate 18 and older
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Gloves: Knit for your Fingers

Sifu Design Studio & Fine Yarns

Learn how to wield double pointed needles in this amazing class on knitting each individual finger. It is not as hard as it sounds! This fun 5 week intermediate course will also show you how to form a gusset, and use a provisional cast on. It is an interesting construction for the knitter ready for the next step!  Some materials included. Must know how to knit and purl and have worked in the round before. 

Intermediate 18 and older
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Knit a Baby Hooded Sweater

Sifu Design Studio & Fine Yarns

Hooded sweaters are all the rage with the 3 & under set this year. As the days get colder, it’s a great time to learn how to make a cozy sweater for the special little someone in your life. For an ambitious advanced beginner, this 5 week day time class you will make a great first sweater project; you can learn all the techniques required for a basic top-down raglan cardigan pattern, on a smaller scale garment. For more advanced intermediate...

Intermediate 18 and older
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Knit The Heff Muff

Sifu Design Studio & Fine Yarns

Learn how to work with color in this 5 week class. Designed by Sifu's own Lisa Whiting, this muff was published in Chicago Knits Magazine, and you will recieve a copy of the magazine as part og the class. You will also learn how to do a tubular cast on, corrigated ribbing, increasing, decreasing, and a tubular bind off. Must know how to knit and purl. Pattern included.  Materials not included, but you do get a 10% student discount on all...

Intermediate 18 and older
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Artisan Spirit Through The Lattice Quilt

Linda Z's Sewing Center

Learn to make this stylized, modern quilt. Use Northcott's new Shimmer fabric from Artisan Spirit, with its extensive range of exquisite textures in vibrant colors with metallic accents. Note: Fabric kit and other supplies must be purchased at the school.

(8) Beginner 18 and older
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Nine Lives Vest

Linda Z's Sewing Center

Four pattern pieces create an asymmetric vest with differing shoulder seam lengths, stand-up collar and diagonal hem. This button front easy vest looks great with or without a blouse or t-shirt.

(8) All levels 18 and older
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Pinwheel Quilt Class

Linda Z's Sewing Center

Get a fresh take on this easy, breezy pinwheel quilt. Colorful blocks spin beautifully across this quilt. Choose from our bright solid-colored Kona cotton or any of our fun prints. Or, sail with any combination of our fabric - the sky is yours! Note: Fabric and supplies to be purchased at the center.

(8) All levels 18 and older
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Dirty DIY: Advanced Pasty Making

Vaudezilla Studios

Ever wonder how your favorite burlesque performers get such extravagant costumes? The answer is, more often than not, a lot of DIY! The Dirty DIY series is here to teach you to make your very own costume. Ready to take your pasty game to the next level? Need a shape that isn't your standard heart or circle? You'll learn to use a free computer program to create a pasty pattern that's unique to you. You'll also learn some advanced-level tricks to making...

(14) Intermediate 18 and older
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