Saturday 30 June 2012
Baby shower for expectant mothers
Thursday 21 June 2012
Details of School Student Holiday Courses
We hope to run several holiday courses for different ages and competencies. The times these will run will be determined by the demand.
BEGINNERS: 9-14 yr olds. 3X3 hour sessions. Probably Monday Tuesday Wednesday 2nd/ 3rd/4th 9-12 noon $170.
This course may be repeated Week 2 9th, 10th,11th July 9am-12 noon.
Look below to see the cushion cover, bag and owl that are the projects made. all fabrics included.
BEGINNERS:13-14 yr olds 3X3 hours. Perhaps 1-4pm Monday, Tues,Wed 2nd, 3rd,4th. July. $170. Make a bag and pyjamas pants.
All fabric included
POST BEGINNERS: (Those who have done a course with us or are COMPETENT machine sewers) 2X2 hour course...Make pyjamas pants. $75.
This class may run Thursday 5th Friday 6th June 10-12 but we are flexible.
CIRCLE SKIRT: For those who have done the Post beginners. In this class you draft the pattern, cut out and construct. You learn waistband and zipper insertion as well as hems. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 9th, 10,11th 1-3pm ...$110.00 (You must bring your own fabric.)
CROCHET/KNITTING FOR BEGINNERS: WE hope to run one hour session in each of these. The cost includes Crochet hook/ wool OR needles/ wool. It is hoped that if there is the demand we could have several classes running during the 2 weeks that students once started can book into. $18.00 for the first hour, $15 following hour long sessions.
PLEASE EMAIL FOR BOOKINGS
Tuesday 19 June 2012
Sydney you need to start sewing!
Remember the mantra that essentials were food,clothing and shelter? We have become so used to outsourcing that most city dwellers have lost the skills to produce these essential items.
Classes are stand alone...you don't have to commit to course hence are ideal for shift workers you can work on your own project under the guidance of Joss or Elizabeth . Choose a pattern and be guided through with support. The group dynamic is a great way to exchange ideas, be stimulated and encouraged as well as have an enjoyable few hours.
We have a fabulous store of patterns most of which are tried so we can give you advice and suggestions.
Suggestions for a Friday night include sewing children's outfit, cushions and bolsters, make yourself a dress/ skirt.
Suggestions for Saturday afternoon include bringing along your half made jumper to get the impetus to finish it, come with neither wool nor pattern and we can get you started on a project, get help blocking and sewing up granny squares etc
Why bother when you can buy them cheaply?..., natural advantage and economies of specialisation was the answer from a high school text. This fails to recognise changing labour costs over time and the importance of retaining knowledge within a society. I am amazed that so many customers say their grandmothers were seamstresses and now there is a demand for machinists and seamstresses that cannot be filled.There is arrogance and hubris in a society that believes they will always be able to afford to employ someone to provide these essential services. By losing the knowledge we put ourselves at a disadvantage.
Hence my overture to Sydney to start sewing!
Classes coming that have vacancies
- Draft and make a skirt that fits ...Thursday evenings starting July 12th...6 weeks $300
- School holidays student classes 9-14 ...for beginners and post beginners. It really works well if a few friends come together.
- Introduction to patchwork and quilting Tuesday evenings starting, hopefully,July 3rd 4 weeks $200
Again I encourage everyone to really think about HALF MADE NEVER FINISHED, on a Friday nigh, $50t and KNITTING AND CROCHETING CIRCLE ON SATURDAY AFTERNOON. $40 I am sure once people realise the benefits and how flexible and enjoyable these classes are they would really take off.
Consider
Classes are stand alone...you don't have to commit to course hence are ideal for shift workers you can work on your own project under the guidance of Joss or Elizabeth . Choose a pattern and be guided through with support.The group dynamic is a great way to exchange ideas, be stimulated and encouraged as well as have an enjoyable few hours. We have a fabulous store of patterns most of which are tried so we can give you advice and suggestions.Suggestions for a Friday night include sewing children's outfit, cushions and bolsters, make yourself a dress/ skirt.Suggestions for Saturday afternoon include bringing along your half made jumper to get the impetus to finish it, come with neither wool nor pattern and we can get you started on a project, get help blocking and sewing up granny squares etcDon't forget those interested in boiled wool coat to call in to check sizes and after Thursday pick up pattern
Don't forget to book into FREE Baby Lock demonstration 28th June 6.30-8.30
All of the above you need to email for bookings ...that includes Friday Half made never finished and Sat afternoon Knit and Crochet
NOTE : The shop will be CLOSED today TUESDAY due to unavoidable commitments
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