The Makery Sewing Lab is open Thursday evenings from 5:00 – 9:00 PM at the Hannaford Career Center in Middlebury. We start the first hour each session at 5:00 pm with a quick demo of a project that you can sew along with guidance from a mentor. A supply list or kits (at a minimal cost, must sign up in advance) will be offered depending on the project.
The sewing lab is available for you to work on your own projects, mentors look forward to assisting you.
To sign up visit: https://www.makeryatpahcc.org/events
September 9 – Can be done anytime: Sewing Machine Basics: you just got a sewing machine…where to start? We can walk you through parts of the sewing machine, threading, features, basic functions, accessories and what are all those stitches? Bring in your own sewing machine or use one of ours.
September 16: Jelly Roll Quilt Top or Mile a Minute quilt: Make a scrappy quilt top using a Jelly Roll (20-40 – 2.5" Strips cut the width of the fabric), it is easy, fast and fun!
September 23: Pajama Bottoms – this easy-to-use pattern has one side seam, elastic waist.
September 30: Burrito Pillowcase: This is a unique way of constructing a fun to make pillowcase using a 'roll-up' method…these make great gifts!
October 7: T-Shirt Quilts: T-shirts can tell a story of events, travels, achievements, school memories etc.
October 7: Upcycle Jeans
October 14: Microwave Bowls
October 21: Fun Fleece Beanie's for the whole family
October 28: Corn Bags Warmers or Microwave Heating Pads: I have used these bags for years a great heating pad for aches and pains, throw it under the covers to warm up you bed. They are reusable and can be made from fun fabrics. Makes a great gift.
Suggestions are always welcome!