"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
Classes in Southington
- 2019 - 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
- 2019 - 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 - Spring Medley *Evening Session* -Southington- January 31st and February 28th, 2019
For the next two months, we will be using our Go! Qubes, along with some additional dies, to make a holiday table runner.
Cost: $ 15.00
For the next two months, we will be using our Go! Qubes, along with some additional dies, to make a holiday table runner.
Cost: $ 15.00
Accuquilt Go! Qube Block Party - Spring Medley *Morning Session* -Southington- January 31st and February 28th, 2019
For the next two months, we will be using our Go! Qubes, along with some additional dies, to make a holiday table runner.
Cost: $ 15.00
For the next two months, we will be using our Go! Qubes, along with some additional dies, to make a holiday table runner.
Cost: $ 15.00
Bargello Supreme -Southington- Tuesday, March 12, 2019
A simple Bargello technique produces a spectacular wall hanging using the very minimum amount of fabrics. Batiks and small prints work best.
Cost: $ 60.00
A simple Bargello technique produces a spectacular wall hanging using the very minimum amount of fabrics. Batiks and small prints work best.
Cost: $ 60.00
Blessings of Autumn 2nd Harvest Applique Quilt - 2019 *Evening Session* -Southington
Join us in our continuing journey celebrating the season of the year with this autumn themed quilt.
Cost: $ 100.00
Join us in our continuing journey celebrating the season of the year with this autumn themed quilt.
Cost: $ 100.00
Blessings of Autumn 2nd Harvest Applique Quilt - 2019 *Morning Session* -Southington
Join us in our continuing journey celebrating the season of the year with this autumn themed quilt.
Cost: $ 100.00
Join us in our continuing journey celebrating the season of the year with this autumn themed quilt.
Cost: $ 100.00
Braid Runner "Quilt As You Go" -Southington- Saturday, April 6, 2019
A good chance to use some of your scraps in a "Quilt As You Go" method. After the piecing there is only the binding left to do. Great for gifts!
Cost: $ 60.00
A good chance to use some of your scraps in a "Quilt As You Go" method. After the piecing there is only the binding left to do. Great for gifts!
Cost: $ 60.00
Creative Sewing Club *Day Session* -Southington- Wednesday, January 30, 2019
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- Wednesday, January 30, 2019
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- Wednesday, January 30, 2019
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 - "Trupunto" *Evening Session* -Southington- Monday, April 22, 2019
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 - "Trupunto" *Morning Session* -Southington- Monday, April 22, 2019
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
Mastering Your Embroidery Machine Lessons *Day Session* -Southington- Monday, May 13, 2019
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- Monday, May 13, 2019
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 Serger Machine Lessons -Southington - Tuesdays, March 19th, and 26th, 2019
FREE if you bought your machine from us Learn to love your new Serger! We will guide you through its functions and features.
Cost: $ 150.00
FREE if you bought your machine from us Learn to love your new Serger! We will guide you through its functions and features.
Cost: $ 150.00
Mastering Your Sewing Machine Lessons - *Morning Session* -Southington- Tuesdays, May 7th, 14th, and 21st, 2019 (next session)
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 - *Evening Session* -Southington- Tuesdays, February 12th, 19th, and 26th, 2019
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 - *Evening Session* -Southington- Tuesdays, May 7th, 14th, and 21st, 2019 (next session)
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 - *Morning Session* -Southington- Tuesdays, February 12th, 19th, and 26th, 2019
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
Open Sew -Southington - Wednesday: 1/2/19 Mondays: 2/4, 3/4, 4/1, 5/6, 6/3, 7/8, 8/5, 9/9, 10/7, 11/4, and 12/2/2019
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
Ruler Work! 101 "Template Quilting" Part I & II -Southington- Saturday, June 22, 2019 and Saturday, June 29, 2019 -- 10am-4pm -- ADDITIONAL CLASS DATES!!
Two day intermediate class. A pre-requisite to this class is the Ruler Work! INTRO Sampler Class.
Cost: $ 170.00
Two day intermediate class. A pre-requisite to this class is the Ruler Work! INTRO Sampler Class.
Cost: $ 170.00
Ruler Work! Class 101 A/B STUDENT -Southington- Saturday, February 23, 2019 and Saturday, March 2, 2019 -- 10am-4pm -- WAIT LIST!
Two day intermediate class. A pre-requisite to this class is the INTRO Sampler Class.
Cost: $ 170.00
Two day intermediate class. A pre-requisite to this class is the INTRO Sampler Class.
Cost: $ 170.00
Ruler Work! INTRO Sampler Class -Southington- Saturday, March 30, 2019 - ADDITIONAL CLASS DATE!!
An introduction to Template Quilting. Explore Ruler Work "hands-on" and take your quilting to the next level.
Cost: $ 85.00
An introduction to Template Quilting. Explore Ruler Work "hands-on" and take your quilting to the next level.
Cost: $ 85.00
The Magic of Stack-n-Whack -Southington- Saturday, April 27, 2019
You will create wonderful Kaleidoscope designs where identical layers of one fabric are stacked according to the repeat of the pattern. Each set of 8 identical pieces from the stack will create a different pattern. The kaleidoscope effects occur spontaneously, thanks to the ingeniously simple 'Stack-n-Whack'? cutting technique.
Cost: $ 70.00
You will create wonderful Kaleidoscope designs where identical layers of one fabric are stacked according to the repeat of the pattern. Each set of 8 identical pieces from the stack will create a different pattern. The kaleidoscope effects occur spontaneously, thanks to the ingeniously simple 'Stack-n-Whack'? cutting technique.
Cost: $ 70.00