"Keeping you quilting and sew happy!"
Glastonbury Location
860-633-0721
860-633-0721
Orange Location
203-878-1654
203-878-1654
Southington Location
860-793-6639
860-793-6639
We offer a variety of different and unique classes that range in levels from entry level sewing all the way up to those who have been sewing for years. Below is a list of the upcoming scheduled classes with many more on its way.
Classes
Creative Sewing Club - *Day Session* - Glastonbury
Continue learning about your machine and its useful features!
Cost: $ 20.00
Continue learning about your machine and its useful features!
Cost: $ 20.00
Creative Sewing Club - *Evening Session* - Glastonbury
Continue learning about your machine and its useful features!
Cost: $ 20.00
Continue learning about your machine and its useful features!
Cost: $ 20.00
Embroidery Club *2018*- *Day Session* - Glastonbury
It's time to start using your embroidery machine more often and in new ways.
Cost: $ 20.00
It's time to start using your embroidery machine more often and in new ways.
Cost: $ 20.00
Embroidery Club *2018*- *Evening Session* - Glastonbury
It's time to start using your embroidery machine more often and in new ways.
Cost: $ 20.00
It's time to start using your embroidery machine more often and in new ways.
Cost: $ 20.00
Fabric Cutting on the ScanNCut *Evening Session* - Glastonbury
Learn the tips and tricks to cutting fabric on your ScanNCut!
Cost: $ 20.00
Learn the tips and tricks to cutting fabric on your ScanNCut!
Cost: $ 20.00
Free Sew Days - Glastonbury
Bring your current project(s), machine, tools, something for lunch or snack. It's like an old fashioned "bee" with quilters who are willing to share their experience, ideas, opinions and friendship. Drop in any time or stay all day.
Cost: $ FREE
Bring your current project(s), machine, tools, something for lunch or snack. It's like an old fashioned "bee" with quilters who are willing to share their experience, ideas, opinions and friendship. Drop in any time or stay all day.
Cost: $ FREE
Friday & Saturday Sampler 2018 - *Day Session* - Glastonbury
2018 brings us to our 17th Sampler Quilt!
Cost: $ 10.00
2018 brings us to our 17th Sampler Quilt!
Cost: $ 10.00
Friday & Saturday Sampler 2018 - *Evening Session* - Glastonbury
2018 brings us to our 17th Sampler Quilt!
Cost: $ 10.00
2018 brings us to our 17th Sampler Quilt!
Cost: $ 10.00
Girls Night Out - Glastonbury
Friday night sewing parties = Great fun, serious snacking and sewing. Bring a current project to work on.
Cost: $ 10.00
Friday night sewing parties = Great fun, serious snacking and sewing. Bring a current project to work on.
Cost: $ 10.00
Leather & Cork cutting on the ScanNCut - Glastonbury
Learn how to cut leather and cork on your ScanNCut!
Cost: $ 20.00
Learn how to cut leather and cork on your ScanNCut!
Cost: $ 20.00
Long Arm Machine Quilting Certification Class - *Thursday Day Session* - Glastonbury
Get certified to quilt your own quilt!
Cost: $ 30.00
Get certified to quilt your own quilt!
Cost: $ 30.00
Long Arm Machine Quilting Certification Class - *Thursday Evening Session* - Glastonbury
Get certified to quilt your own quilt!
Cost: $ 30.00
Get certified to quilt your own quilt!
Cost: $ 30.00
Mastering Machine Applique with Baltimore Beauties * Day Session* - Glastonbury (Fran)
Master machine applique!
Cost: $ 150.00
Master machine applique!
Cost: $ 150.00
Mastering Machine Applique with Baltimore Beauties * Evening Session* - Glastonbury (Fran)
Master machine applique
Cost: $ 150.00
Master machine applique
Cost: $ 150.00
Mastering Your Sewing Machine *2018* - *Day Session* - Glastonbury
FREE if you bought your machine from Close to Home. Learn to master your sewing machine. Stitching, threads, and operation of your sewing machine. You WILL learn something here.
Cost: $ 250.00
FREE if you bought your machine from Close to Home. Learn to master your sewing machine. Stitching, threads, and operation of your sewing machine. You WILL learn something here.
Cost: $ 250.00
Mastering Your Sewing Machine *2018* - *Evening Session* - Glastonbury
FREE if you bought your machine from Close to Home. Learn to master your sewing machine. Stitching, threads, and operation of your sewing machine. You WILL learn something here.
Cost: $ 250.00
FREE if you bought your machine from Close to Home. Learn to master your sewing machine. Stitching, threads, and operation of your sewing machine. You WILL learn something here.
Cost: $ 250.00
Shenandoah Quilt - Glastonbury
Big prints make a feature of this simply stunning quilt!
Cost: $ 40.00
Big prints make a feature of this simply stunning quilt!
Cost: $ 40.00
Beginning Quilting -Orange
Quilting is fun, easy, creative and relaxing. This class teaches everything you need to know for a successful first time quilting experience.
Cost: $ 95.00
Quilting is fun, easy, creative and relaxing. This class teaches everything you need to know for a successful first time quilting experience.
Cost: $ 95.00
Country Sampler 2017-2018 - Orange
Sampler is an easy, low commitment way to learn new quilting techniques. Pay just $10 to start, and come once a month for an hour-long demo class at your choice of four dates & time slots.
Cost: $ 10.00
Sampler is an easy, low commitment way to learn new quilting techniques. Pay just $10 to start, and come once a month for an hour-long demo class at your choice of four dates & time slots.
Cost: $ 10.00
Floral Menagerie On The Go *Morning Session* - Orange
New For 2018 - Based On The Floral Menagerie Collection From In The Beginning Fabrics, We Will Construct A Beautiful 72 x 96 (or Large) Quilt Using The Accuquilt Go Cutter System and Machine Applique
Cost: $ 20.00
New For 2018 - Based On The Floral Menagerie Collection From In The Beginning Fabrics, We Will Construct A Beautiful 72 x 96 (or Large) Quilt Using The Accuquilt Go Cutter System and Machine Applique
Cost: $ 20.00
Floral Menagerie On The Go *Evening Session* - Orange
New For 2018 - Based On The Floral Menagerie Collection From In The Beginning Fabrics, We Will Construct A Beautiful 72X96 (or Larger) Quilt Using The Accuquilt Go Cutter System and Machine Applique
Cost: $ 20.00
New For 2018 - Based On The Floral Menagerie Collection From In The Beginning Fabrics, We Will Construct A Beautiful 72X96 (or Larger) Quilt Using The Accuquilt Go Cutter System and Machine Applique
Cost: $ 20.00
Jelly Roll Rug - Orange
Transform your favorite Jelly Roll into this beautiful, practical rug. Makes a great accent for the entry way, kitchen, living room or bath...a baby mat...pet rug or so much more.
Cost: $ 60.00
Transform your favorite Jelly Roll into this beautiful, practical rug. Makes a great accent for the entry way, kitchen, living room or bath...a baby mat...pet rug or so much more.
Cost: $ 60.00
Mastering Your Embroidery Machine *Evening Session* -Orange
Maximize your investment. Learn everything you'll need to know for successful embroidery on your new machine.
Cost: $ 200.00
Maximize your investment. Learn everything you'll need to know for successful embroidery on your new machine.
Cost: $ 200.00
Mastering Your Embroidery Machine *Day Session* -Orange
Maximize your investment. Learn everything you'll need to know for successful embroidery on your new machine.
Cost: $ 200.00
Maximize your investment. Learn everything you'll need to know for successful embroidery on your new machine.
Cost: $ 200.00
Mastering Your Serger -Orange
Learn to love your new Serger! We'll guide you through its functions & features.
Cost: $ 150.00
Learn to love your new Serger! We'll guide you through its functions & features.
Cost: $ 150.00
Modern Sampler - Bohemian Rhapsody2018 *Orange*
Sampler is an easy, low commitment way to learn new quilting techniques. The theme and color scheme for the new 2018 Modern Sampler will be revealed at the first class. Stay tuned!
Cost: $ 10.00
Sampler is an easy, low commitment way to learn new quilting techniques. The theme and color scheme for the new 2018 Modern Sampler will be revealed at the first class. Stay tuned!
Cost: $ 10.00
Open Sew -Orange
Bring your current project(s), machine, tools, something for lunch or snack. It's like an old fashioned "bee" with quilters who are willing to share their experience, ideas, opinions and friendship. Drop in any time or stay all day.
Cost: $ 5.00
Bring your current project(s), machine, tools, something for lunch or snack. It's like an old fashioned "bee" with quilters who are willing to share their experience, ideas, opinions and friendship. Drop in any time or stay all day.
Cost: $ 5.00
T-Shirt Quilt - Orange
Transform a pile of old T-Shirts into a cozy, practical quilted keepsake. T-Shirt Quilts are the perfect gift for a college-bound student..sports fan..traveler or whomever.
Cost: $ 70.00
Transform a pile of old T-Shirts into a cozy, practical quilted keepsake. T-Shirt Quilts are the perfect gift for a college-bound student..sports fan..traveler or whomever.
Cost: $ 70.00
Thread Painting - Orange
Embellish the beauty of pre-printed fabric panels with thread painting. This class will explore panels selection, thread painting supplies & techniques, as well as hands-on practice.
Cost: $ 40.00
Embellish the beauty of pre-printed fabric panels with thread painting. This class will explore panels selection, thread painting supplies & techniques, as well as hands-on practice.
Cost: $ 40.00
2018 - Blessings of Winter-Fresh Snow Applique Quilt *Evening Session* -Southington
Join us for this 10-Month applique Block of the Month. Hone your applique skills with this fun winter themed 55"x63" quilt top that will be finished in time to enjoy next winter.
Cost: $ 100.00
Join us for this 10-Month applique Block of the Month. Hone your applique skills with this fun winter themed 55"x63" quilt top that will be finished in time to enjoy next winter.
Cost: $ 100.00
2018 - Blessings of Winter-Fresh Snow Applique Quilt *Morning Session* -Southington
Join us for this 10-Month applique Block of the Month. Hone your applique skills with this fun winter themed 55"x63" quilt top that will be finished in time to enjoy next winter.
Cost: $ 100.00
Join us for this 10-Month applique Block of the Month. Hone your applique skills with this fun winter themed 55"x63" quilt top that will be finished in time to enjoy next winter.
Cost: $ 100.00
2018 - Lovely Garden II *Evening Session Only* -Southington
Come and join us to make this great 57" x 71" Block of the Month quilt. This quilt has 12 blocks and is a great opportunity to learn many techniques. Some of the techniques include paper piecing, machine applique, decorative stitching, couching, and piping. Each class you will receive three patterns and a 3-hour class that will start with a demonstration and end with a "hands-on" session. Store staff will help you pick out your fabrics so you can personalize and complete your quilt. Fee includes full size patterns and directions for 12 blocks, plus 4-classes.
Cost: $ 120.00
Come and join us to make this great 57" x 71" Block of the Month quilt. This quilt has 12 blocks and is a great opportunity to learn many techniques. Some of the techniques include paper piecing, machine applique, decorative stitching, couching, and piping. Each class you will receive three patterns and a 3-hour class that will start with a demonstration and end with a "hands-on" session. Store staff will help you pick out your fabrics so you can personalize and complete your quilt. Fee includes full size patterns and directions for 12 blocks, plus 4-classes.
Cost: $ 120.00
2018 - Saturday Sampler -Southington
Sign up now!! Janet will be creating her blocks in a progressive style. Each month will be a new technique. We feel this sampler is open to all levels, so each month will be a little more challenging than the last. Here"s how it works: At the scheduled times indicated we'll introduce that month's block and give a short demo of a technique or tool that can be used to make the block. At the first session you attend, purchase a kit for $10. It will contain the pattern and the fabric for the 12" block. Make the block at home and bring it to the following month's session where you'll get your next kit free! If you do not have the block completed, you can purchase that month's kit for $10. You must be present to receive your FREE KIT! - Meets 2nd Saturday of the month at 9:15 am-10:00 am, also the Friday before at 9:15 am-10:00 am, and the Thursday night before that at 6:15 pm-7:00 pm
Cost: $ 10.00
Sign up now!! Janet will be creating her blocks in a progressive style. Each month will be a new technique. We feel this sampler is open to all levels, so each month will be a little more challenging than the last. Here"s how it works: At the scheduled times indicated we'll introduce that month's block and give a short demo of a technique or tool that can be used to make the block. At the first session you attend, purchase a kit for $10. It will contain the pattern and the fabric for the 12" block. Make the block at home and bring it to the following month's session where you'll get your next kit free! If you do not have the block completed, you can purchase that month's kit for $10. You must be present to receive your FREE KIT! - Meets 2nd Saturday of the month at 9:15 am-10:00 am, also the Friday before at 9:15 am-10:00 am, and the Thursday night before that at 6:15 pm-7:00 pm
Cost: $ 10.00
2018 - Saturday Sampler Basic - Southington
Perfect for beginners. Here's how it works: At the scheduled times indicated we'll introduce that month's block and give a short demo of a technique or tool that can be used to make the block. At the first session you attend, purchase a kit for $10. It will contain the pattern and the fabric for the 12" block. Make the block at home and bring it to the following month's session where you'll get your next kit free! If you do not have the block completed, you can purchase that month's kit for $10. You must be present to receive your FREE KIT! Meets 3rd Saturday of the month.
Cost: $ 10.00
Perfect for beginners. Here's how it works: At the scheduled times indicated we'll introduce that month's block and give a short demo of a technique or tool that can be used to make the block. At the first session you attend, purchase a kit for $10. It will contain the pattern and the fabric for the 12" block. Make the block at home and bring it to the following month's session where you'll get your next kit free! If you do not have the block completed, you can purchase that month's kit for $10. You must be present to receive your FREE KIT! Meets 3rd Saturday of the month.
Cost: $ 10.00
Accuquilt Go! Qube Block Party *Evening Session* -Southington
Let's have fun learning how to make blocks using your Accuquilt Mix & Match Go Qubes. Classes will be held monthly on the last Thursday of the month. Each month we will make a different block. You can use any size Mix & Match Go Qube to make the blocks. The instructions will be the same, but the finished size will match the size of the Qube that you are using.
Cost: $ 15.00
Let's have fun learning how to make blocks using your Accuquilt Mix & Match Go Qubes. Classes will be held monthly on the last Thursday of the month. Each month we will make a different block. You can use any size Mix & Match Go Qube to make the blocks. The instructions will be the same, but the finished size will match the size of the Qube that you are using.
Cost: $ 15.00
Accuquilt Go! Qube Block Party *Morning Session* -Southington
Let's have fun learning how to make blocks using your Accuquilt Mix & Match Go Qubes. Classes will be held monthly on the last Thursday of the month. Each month we will make a different block. You can use any size Mix & Match Go Qube to make the blocks. The instructions will be the same, but the finished size will match the size of the Qube that you are using.
Cost: $ 15.00
Let's have fun learning how to make blocks using your Accuquilt Mix & Match Go Qubes. Classes will be held monthly on the last Thursday of the month. Each month we will make a different block. You can use any size Mix & Match Go Qube to make the blocks. The instructions will be the same, but the finished size will match the size of the Qube that you are using.
Cost: $ 15.00
Birds of a Feather (Hand Embroidery) *Evening Session* -Southington
Ever think about doing hand embroidery? Give this small project a try. We'll be making a small (16" x 16") table mat, using only two different embroidery stitches: backstitch and French knot. For an additional accent, we'll use Crayola crayons to create the shading for the bird's body, the flowers and the leaves.
Cost: $ 40.00
Ever think about doing hand embroidery? Give this small project a try. We'll be making a small (16" x 16") table mat, using only two different embroidery stitches: backstitch and French knot. For an additional accent, we'll use Crayola crayons to create the shading for the bird's body, the flowers and the leaves.
Cost: $ 40.00
Birds of a Feather (Hand Embroidery) *Morning Session* -Southington
Ever think about doing hand embroidery? Give this small project a try. We'll be making a small (16" x 16") table mat, using only two different embroidery stitches: backstitch and French knot. For an additional accent, we'll use Crayola crayons to create the shading for the bird's body, the flowers and the leaves.
Cost: $ 40.00
Ever think about doing hand embroidery? Give this small project a try. We'll be making a small (16" x 16") table mat, using only two different embroidery stitches: backstitch and French knot. For an additional accent, we'll use Crayola crayons to create the shading for the bird's body, the flowers and the leaves.
Cost: $ 40.00
Creative Sewing Club *Day Session* -Southington
Monthly Projects incorporate new techniques to enhance your sewing ability
Cost: $ 20.00
Monthly Projects incorporate new techniques to enhance your sewing ability
Cost: $ 20.00
Creative Sewing Club *Evening Session* -Southington
Monthly Projects incorporate new techniques to enhance your sewing ability
Cost: $ 20.00
Monthly Projects incorporate new techniques to enhance your sewing ability
Cost: $ 20.00
Creative Sewing Club *Morning Session* -Southington
Monthly Projects incorporate new techniques to enhance your sewing ability
Cost: $ 20.00
Monthly Projects incorporate new techniques to enhance your sewing ability
Cost: $ 20.00
Embroidery Club - Embroidery In The Hoop *Evening Session* -Southington
Fun, easy projects to help you get the most from your embroidery machine.
Cost: $ 20.00
Fun, easy projects to help you get the most from your embroidery machine.
Cost: $ 20.00
Embroidery Club - Embroidery In The Hoop *Morning Session* -Southington
Fun, easy projects to help you get the most from your embroidery machine.
Cost: $ 20.00
Fun, easy projects to help you get the most from your embroidery machine.
Cost: $ 20.00
Finishing Up *Morning Session Only* -Southington
Finish up that project that you've been working on but are having trouble getting completed. The instructor will be available to help answer your questions and get you started again.
Cost: $ 30.00
Finish up that project that you've been working on but are having trouble getting completed. The instructor will be available to help answer your questions and get you started again.
Cost: $ 30.00
Mastering Your Embroidery Machine Lessons *Day Session* -Southington
FREE if you bought your machine from us Learn to master your embroidery machine. Hooping, stabilizing, position patterns, and more. We will make you more comfortable on your embroidery machine.
Cost: $ 150.00
FREE if you bought your machine from us Learn to master your embroidery machine. Hooping, stabilizing, position patterns, and more. We will make you more comfortable on your embroidery machine.
Cost: $ 150.00
Mastering Your Embroidery Machine Lessons *Evening Session* -Southington
FREE if you bought your machine from us Learn to master your embroidery machine. Hooping, stabilizing, position patterns, and more. We will make you more comfortable on your embroidery machine.
Cost: $ 150.00
FREE if you bought your machine from us Learn to master your embroidery machine. Hooping, stabilizing, position patterns, and more. We will make you more comfortable on your embroidery machine.
Cost: $ 150.00
Mastering Your Sewing Machine Lessons - July *Morning Session* -Southington
FREE if you bought your machine from Close to Home. Learn to master your sewing machine.
Cost: $ 250.00
FREE if you bought your machine from Close to Home. Learn to master your sewing machine.
Cost: $ 250.00
Mastering Your Sewing Machine Lessons - July - *Evening Session* -Southington
FREE if you bought your machine from Close to Home. Learn to master your sewing machine.
Cost: $ 250.00
FREE if you bought your machine from Close to Home. Learn to master your sewing machine.
Cost: $ 250.00
Not Just Another Towel *Evening Session* - Southington
A twelve-month program designed to use different sewing machine techniques and accessories each month. Combine these techniques with machine applique or machine embroidery (optional) to complete a seasonal towel with each class.
Cost: $ 150.00
A twelve-month program designed to use different sewing machine techniques and accessories each month. Combine these techniques with machine applique or machine embroidery (optional) to complete a seasonal towel with each class.
Cost: $ 150.00
One Block Wonder *Evening Session* -Southington
Learn how to make a one-of-a-kind quilt with one fabric and just one shape. You will love this method of designing and creating your own unique quilt. Instead of starting with a pattern and then trying to find the fabric, you will start with the fabric. The fabric design is the key element when making the kaleidoscope blocks.
Learn how to make a one-of-a-kind quilt with one fabric and just one shape. You will love this method of designing and creating your own unique quilt. Instead of starting with a pattern and then trying to find the fabric, you will start with the fabric. The fabric design is the key element when making the kaleidoscope blocks.
One Block Wonder *Morning Session* -Southington
Learn how to make a one-of-a-kind quilt with one fabric and just one shape. You will love this method of designing and creating your own unique quilt. Instead of starting with a pattern and then trying to find the fabric, you will start with the fabric. The fabric design is the key element when making the kaleidoscope blocks.
Learn how to make a one-of-a-kind quilt with one fabric and just one shape. You will love this method of designing and creating your own unique quilt. Instead of starting with a pattern and then trying to find the fabric, you will start with the fabric. The fabric design is the key element when making the kaleidoscope blocks.
Open Sew -Southington
Close To Home will make the classroom available for your sewing enjoyment. Bring your project, friends, and a lunch.
Cost: $ 5.00
Close To Home will make the classroom available for your sewing enjoyment. Bring your project, friends, and a lunch.
Cost: $ 5.00
Roundabout Table Runner *Evening Session* -Southington
Learn a new technique using the "Curvy Log Cabin Ruler". Start with a table runner and "graduate" to a quilt!!
Cost: $ 40.00
Learn a new technique using the "Curvy Log Cabin Ruler". Start with a table runner and "graduate" to a quilt!!
Cost: $ 40.00
Roundabout Table Runner *Morning Session -Southington
Learn a new technique using the "Curvy Log Cabin Ruler". Start with a table runner and "graduate" to a quilt!!
Learn a new technique using the "Curvy Log Cabin Ruler". Start with a table runner and "graduate" to a quilt!!
