Sewing and Quilting Classes Here at New England Fabrics
We wanted you to know that while attending New England Fabric classes you'll have the nicest, most knowledgeable ladies running the classes. And, as you know, with our huge showrooms stocked with hundreds of beautiful fabrics, including yarns, sewing / quilting notions - New England Fabrics is a sewers and quilters paradise.
~ Scroll down below the calendar for class descriptions ~
Beginner Sewing Workshop
Our Beginner Sewing Workshop will run from 10am-12:30pm. You can attend one or multiple classed depending on your need. We are here to help with any sewing project you want to attempt. Karen will be available for guidance and suggestions to help with whatever project you choose.
Beginner Crochet 1
Students will learn how to make a cup cozi or a mug rug in this beginner class. We will focus on technique as well as learning to read a crochet pattern.
Class will begin with a short lecture with literature provided explaining the item that will used in crochet as well as differences in:
*Crochet hooks
*Yarn weight
*Care of yarn
*Gauge
*Other handy tools
Beginner Crochet 2 Class
Crochet 2 is a continuation of Crochet 1 adding new skills by learning the half double, double crochet stitches and color change while making a washcloth. Students will continue with learning how to read a crochet pattern.
- Pre-requisite: Crochet Beginner 1 or crochet skills (holding a crochet hook) and at least have knowledge of crocheting a chain and single crochet.
Class Information
- $40 per class – $10 non-refundable deposit is required.
- 2 hour class length
- Kit included
- Bring small scissors and ruler
- Notebook/pen if desired for note taking
Instructor
Jodie Riggio – Certified Crochet Instructor, Craft Yarn Council
Crochet Hat
This class will focus on learning to make your own hats from infant to adult.
2 classes of 2.5 hours
Pre-registration required with a
$5 non-refundable deposit.
Must have crochet skills, good beginners are welcome.
(631) 880-9484 call or text
Knitting Class
We will not be having any scheduled knitting classes coming up but if you would like some individualized help, you can call Theresa on Fridays and schedule something with her.
She is more than willing to work one on one with you on your knitting project or dilemma.
Beginning Quilting Class
- Instructions for the 12 block sampler quilt will be provided for 3”,6”, 9”, 12” and 15” finished blocks. Full quilts using the provided settings will be:
14” x 17.5” for 3” blocks-this is quite challenging
27.5” X 34.5” for 9” blocks-nice wall hanging
41” x 51.5” for 12” blocks-lap quilt
68” x 85.5” for 15” blocks-twin bed quilt
- Information will be provided in class about
Pressing (steam or dry iron)
Straightening fabric
Selecting fabrics
Pinning
Proper cutting with rotary cutter
Many other tips and tricks
Class Details
- $30 per class
- Self-paced so number of classes varies
- September 24, October 8, November 12, and/or
December 10
- 9:30-3pm
Instructor
Bonnie Peters
Bonny.Peters@CatDenMountainQuilts.com
Instructor
Theresa Murphy of the former Wooly Lamb