Announcing the 2010 Fall Schedule!

Monday nights, 5:30 to 7:30 pm

October

             4 – Open Studio

            11 – Open Studio

            18 – Basic Sewing Class

            25 – Open Studio: focus on costume-making

November

            1 – Mending Monday Class

            8 – Open Studio

            15 – Basic Sewing Class

            22 – Open Studio

            29 – Open Studio

December

             6 – Basic Sewing Class

            13 – Open Studio

            20 – Open Studio: focus on holiday projects

            27 – Closed for the holidays

Basic Sewing Class

This two-hour introductory class will teach the basics of sewing machines and how to operate them; the basics of fabric; and how to pin and sew seams. You will make a simple project that you can take home. The sewing machines and all supplies are provided. Completion of this class is advised for those who want to attend Open Studio Hours but have no prior knowledge of sewing machines.

Teacher: Martha McDaniel.

Mending Monday Class

In this workshop, you will learn basic mending skills including how to sew on a button and basic hand sewing; iron-on or sew on a patch; and hem a skirt or pair of pants. You will also learn how to mend holes in socks or sweaters. Teachers: Jennifer Lynn and Martha McDaniel.

Open Studio Hours: Free. No registration required. Bring your own projects. Sew-Op volunteers will be available to help, but a basic knowledge of sewing machines & sewing skills are required.  

Classes: Registration required; $20 fee (scholarships available). Class size is limited to six students per session, ages 14 and up.

Registration: To register for a class, email uppervalleysewop@gmail.com; call Kye at the Upper Valley Co-op, 802-295-5804; or sign up at the front counter of the Co-op. The Sew-Op is located on the second floor above the Upper Valley Food Coop, with entry at the back of the building (follow signs).