Classes
Beginning Quilting (A Trip Around the World) - Glastonbury - Saturdays: (Sept 26, Oct 3, Oct 24, Nov 7, Nov 21, 2026)
Trip around the world is an older quilt pattern made from only squares, often called a postage stamp quilt depending on the size of the squares. Rotary cutting, quick piecing techniques, machine quilting, and a new generation of tools and accessories save time and increase precision for today's stitchers. It's a great season to begin or resume quilt making!
Cost: $ 110.00
Trip around the world is an older quilt pattern made from only squares, often called a postage stamp quilt depending on the size of the squares. Rotary cutting, quick piecing techniques, machine quilting, and a new generation of tools and accessories save time and increase precision for today's stitchers. It's a great season to begin or resume quilt making!
Cost: $ 110.00
Bloom & Grow - Glastonbury - Saturdays, 4/18, 6/20, 8/15, 10/24 (More to be announced)
Create a quilt using unique serger techniques. Perfect for anyone new to serging and serger owners new to quilting. All are welcome.
Cost: $ 199.00
Create a quilt using unique serger techniques. Perfect for anyone new to serging and serger owners new to quilting. All are welcome.
Cost: $ 199.00
Embroidery Towel of the Month Club - Glastonbury - Tuesday, August 18, 2026
Want a fun project that makes your kitchen bright and your embroidery machine happy? Join us to create an embroidered tea towel using techniques such as cross stitch, cutwork, fringe and applique.
Cost: $ 25.00
Want a fun project that makes your kitchen bright and your embroidery machine happy? Join us to create an embroidered tea towel using techniques such as cross stitch, cutwork, fringe and applique.
Cost: $ 25.00
Fractions - A quilt with squares, rectangles, and circles - Glastonbury - Wednesday, August 19, 2026
Fractions - A quilt with squares, rectangles, and circles - Glastonbury - Wednesday, August 19, 2026
This modern looking quilt from “Swirly Girls Design in Quilts”, looks great in lots of fabric combinations including solids, prints and batiks. Make it square like the pattern cover or rectangular like the sample. Simple patchwork and some applique Quilt top constructions only
Cost: $ 50.00
This modern looking quilt from “Swirly Girls Design in Quilts”, looks great in lots of fabric combinations including solids, prints and batiks. Make it square like the pattern cover or rectangular like the sample. Simple patchwork and some applique Quilt top constructions only
Cost: $ 50.00
Free Motion Quilting - Glastonbury, Saturday, December 5, 2026
Have you always wanted to free motion quilt your own projects? This class is for you! You will learn how to set up your machine, use free motion patterns, and learn the proper techniques for a successful quilted project. Free motion quilting will be easier for you and more fun!
Cost: $ 30.00
Have you always wanted to free motion quilt your own projects? This class is for you! You will learn how to set up your machine, use free motion patterns, and learn the proper techniques for a successful quilted project. Free motion quilting will be easier for you and more fun!
Cost: $ 30.00
JANOME A.S.R. Reversible Tote Bag - Glastonbury - Friday, Oct 9th, 2026, 10:00-5:00pm
This Accurate Stitch Regulator tote bag is not only reversible, but it can also be completed in 2 different ways – with fabric covered straps or with embellished webbing straps using decorative stitches on your sewing machine
Cost: $ 100.00
This Accurate Stitch Regulator tote bag is not only reversible, but it can also be completed in 2 different ways – with fabric covered straps or with embellished webbing straps using decorative stitches on your sewing machine
Cost: $ 100.00
Let's Just Sew! Monthly Support Group - Glastonbury (2026)
A continuing monthly meeting to support you as you work on your project
Cost: $ 30.00
A continuing monthly meeting to support you as you work on your project
Cost: $ 30.00
Sew Sewcial (Open Sew) - Glastonbury - (June 5, 8, 19, 22), (July 3, 6, 17, 20,31) (August 3, 14, 17, 28, 31)
Bring any project (sewing, quilting, embroidery), your machine, lunch and snacks, and enjoy the company of other sewists and quilters. You will have full use of our classroom from 10 AM - 5 PM. Staff are available for help, questions, problem solving, and guidance.
Cost: $ 10.00
Bring any project (sewing, quilting, embroidery), your machine, lunch and snacks, and enjoy the company of other sewists and quilters. You will have full use of our classroom from 10 AM - 5 PM. Staff are available for help, questions, problem solving, and guidance.
Cost: $ 10.00
The Stitcher's Garden - Glastonbury - May 2, June 6, July 18, Aug 1, Sept 213, Sept 24, 2026
If you have desires to try all the stitches on your beautiful sewing machine, if you are interested in machine applique techniques and embellishment possibilities, if you want to increase your knowledge of your equipment, this class is for you. This is a 12 month block of the month program.
Cost: $ 150.00
If you have desires to try all the stitches on your beautiful sewing machine, if you are interested in machine applique techniques and embellishment possibilities, if you want to increase your knowledge of your equipment, this class is for you. This is a 12 month block of the month program.
Cost: $ 150.00
Beginning Quilting - Rail Fence - Orange - Thursdays. 10/15, 22, 29, 11/5. 12 & 19 -- 10:30-12:30
Quilting is fun, easy, creative and relaxing. This class teaches everything you need to know for a successful first time quilting experience.
Cost: $ 120.00
Quilting is fun, easy, creative and relaxing. This class teaches everything you need to know for a successful first time quilting experience.
Cost: $ 120.00
Christmas Pines - Orange -Saturday, 10/31 -- 12:00-4:00
Add a little holiday cheer with this easy mini wall hanging. Quilt-As-You-Go makes it extra fast & easy.
Cost: $ 50.00
Add a little holiday cheer with this easy mini wall hanging. Quilt-As-You-Go makes it extra fast & easy.
Cost: $ 50.00
Chubby Charmer- Orange - Fridays, 10/23 & 11/6 or Saturdays, 10/24 & 11/7
This Versatile tote is as fun to make as its name implies.
Cost: $ 50.00
This Versatile tote is as fun to make as its name implies.
Cost: $ 50.00
Divided by Three - Orange - Thursday 9/24...or...Saturday 10/3 -- 10:30-1:30
This quick, easy runner or wall hanging is perfect for large scale or border prints.
Cost: $ 60.00
This quick, easy runner or wall hanging is perfect for large scale or border prints.
Cost: $ 60.00
Dress A Girl Sew-A-Thon - Orange -- 10:30-4:00
Join us for a Sew-A-Thon to Support Dress A Girl to provide beautiful, handmade dresses to girls in need
Cost: $ FREE
Join us for a Sew-A-Thon to Support Dress A Girl to provide beautiful, handmade dresses to girls in need
Cost: $ FREE
Finishing Techniques - Orange - Monday 8/10 -- 10:00-2:30
Learn to finish your quilt tops! Add borders, make binding, create a label & proudly display your quilts
Cost: $ 75.00
Learn to finish your quilt tops! Add borders, make binding, create a label & proudly display your quilts
Cost: $ 75.00
Foxboro Pouch - Orange - Friday 8/21 - 10:30-1:00 or Saturday 8/22 - 1:30 - 4:00
These little boxy pouches are perfect for storing your tiniest belongings: binding clips, safety pins, spools of thread, small sewing notions, earbuds, a deck of cards, band-aids, makeup, jewelry, etc.
Cost: $ 30.00
These little boxy pouches are perfect for storing your tiniest belongings: binding clips, safety pins, spools of thread, small sewing notions, earbuds, a deck of cards, band-aids, makeup, jewelry, etc.
Cost: $ 30.00
Introduction to Your Sewing Machine - Orange - Saturday, 1128 -- 1:00-4:00 pm
Lets get to know (or revisit) your sewing machine. Class covers basic techniques.
Cost: $ 20.00
Lets get to know (or revisit) your sewing machine. Class covers basic techniques.
Cost: $ 20.00
JANOME A.S.R. Reversible Tote Bags, Orange, Wednesday, Oct 7th, 2026, 10:00-5:00 pm
This Accurate Stitch Regulator tote bag is not only reversible, but it can also be completed in 2 different ways – with fabric covered straps or with embellished webbing straps using decorative stitches on your sewing machine
Cost: $ 100.00
This Accurate Stitch Regulator tote bag is not only reversible, but it can also be completed in 2 different ways – with fabric covered straps or with embellished webbing straps using decorative stitches on your sewing machine
Cost: $ 100.00
Mastering Your Embroidery Machine - Orange - Thursdays, 9/10 & 17 -- 10:30-1:30
Maximize your investment. Learn everything you'll need to know for successful embroidery on your new machine.
Cost: $ 20.00
Maximize your investment. Learn everything you'll need to know for successful embroidery on your new machine.
Cost: $ 20.00
Mastering Your Serger - Orange - Wednesdays, 10/21 & 11/4 -- 10:30-1:30 pm
Learn to love your new Serger! We'll guide you through its functions & features.
Cost: $ 20.00
Learn to love your new Serger! We'll guide you through its functions & features.
Cost: $ 20.00
Mastering Your Sewing Machine - Orange Thursdays, 8/13, 20 & 27 - 10:30 - 1:30
Hands-on "How To" for new owners. Explore the functions of your new sewing machine & learn the tips & tricks from our trained staff.
Cost: $ 20.00
Hands-on "How To" for new owners. Explore the functions of your new sewing machine & learn the tips & tricks from our trained staff.
Cost: $ 20.00
Open Sew - Orange - 10:00-4:00 -- Wednesdays: 7/29, 8/26, 9/30, 10/28, 11/18, 12/30
Bring your current project(s), machine, tools, something for lunch or snack. Drop in any time or stay all day!
Cost: $ 10.00
Bring your current project(s), machine, tools, something for lunch or snack. Drop in any time or stay all day!
Cost: $ 10.00
Patch Party - Orange - See Dates & Times Below
Let's make a Block of the Month Quilt! Patch Party meets once per month for 12 months, with participants making two blocks most sessions -- and learning a wealth of new techniques each time.
Cost: $ 250.00
Let's make a Block of the Month Quilt! Patch Party meets once per month for 12 months, with participants making two blocks most sessions -- and learning a wealth of new techniques each time.
Cost: $ 250.00
Show and Tell Quilt - Orange - Wednesdays, 9/2, 9, 16 & 23 -- 10:30 - 1:00
Adorable animals show of their quilts! So Fun!
Cost: $ 120.00
Adorable animals show of their quilts! So Fun!
Cost: $ 120.00
Sleep in Your Own Bed Retreat - Orange -- 10:00 am-9:00 pm (Days 1 & 2) & 10:00 am-4:00 pm (Day 3)
Enjoy three days of uninterrupted quilting fun, sharing, demos & games!
Cost: $ 125.00
Enjoy three days of uninterrupted quilting fun, sharing, demos & games!
Cost: $ 125.00
Squares Surrounding Squares Quilt - Orange - Saturdays, 11/14 & 21 -- 12:30-3:30
Versatile quilt that can be made in several sizes by adding or deleting squares.
Cost: $ 60.00
Versatile quilt that can be made in several sizes by adding or deleting squares.
Cost: $ 60.00
Strips & Salsa - Orange -Tuesdays, 10/13- 10:30-12:30 & 10/27 -- 10:30-1:30
Grab a Jelly Roll & Make this Fun Quilt. Easier than it looks
Cost: $ 60.00
Grab a Jelly Roll & Make this Fun Quilt. Easier than it looks
Cost: $ 60.00
Traditional Sampler - Whimsy Stars - Orange
Sampler is an easy, low commitment way to learn new quilting techniques. This year's Series features fabric from the Whimsy collection by Jason Yenter.
Cost: $ 15.00
Sampler is an easy, low commitment way to learn new quilting techniques. This year's Series features fabric from the Whimsy collection by Jason Yenter.
Cost: $ 15.00
- 2026 - Saturday Sampler -Southington
HOORAY! Starting January 10th, 2026 Janet will be creating her blocks in a progressive style. Each month will be a new technique. Click on class title to view class description and dates.
Cost: $ 25.00
HOORAY! Starting January 10th, 2026 Janet will be creating her blocks in a progressive style. Each month will be a new technique. Click on class title to view class description and dates.
Cost: $ 25.00
Classmate Supply Bag, **Daytime class** Wednesday, September 16th, 2026 10-1:30
Join us to make this compact carrying case for your small sewing notions. Plenty of pockets, many with vinyl, making it easy to see where everything is. The bag folds up and is secured with a D-Ring and Clip for easy transport.
Cost: $ 40.00
Join us to make this compact carrying case for your small sewing notions. Plenty of pockets, many with vinyl, making it easy to see where everything is. The bag folds up and is secured with a D-Ring and Clip for easy transport.
Cost: $ 40.00
Classmate Supply Bag, **Night time class** Wednesday, September 16th, 2026 6-9:30
Join us to make this compact carrying case for your small sewing notions. Plenty of pockets, many with vinyl, making it easy to see where everything is. The bag folds up and is secured with a D-Ring and Clip for easy transport.
Cost: $ 40.00
Join us to make this compact carrying case for your small sewing notions. Plenty of pockets, many with vinyl, making it easy to see where everything is. The bag folds up and is secured with a D-Ring and Clip for easy transport.
Cost: $ 40.00
Creative Sewing Club *Day Session* -Southington- Wednesday, August 26th, 2026
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, August 26th, 2026
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, August 26th, 2026
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
Dresden Poppies Table Runner *Daytime Class*, Fridays, Sept 25th and Oct 2nd, 2026
An eye catching table runner that can be customized to fit any décor or any season. Flowers and stems are appliqued to the background. We will complete 1 of the 9 blocks in the first class and complete the top in the second class.
Cost: $ 45.00
An eye catching table runner that can be customized to fit any décor or any season. Flowers and stems are appliqued to the background. We will complete 1 of the 9 blocks in the first class and complete the top in the second class.
Cost: $ 45.00
Dresden Poppies Table Runner *Nightime Class*, Fridays, Sept 25th and Oct 2nd, 2026
An eye catching table runner that can be customized to fit any décor or any season. Flowers and stems are appliqued to the background. We will complete 1 of the 9 blocks in the first class and complete the top in the second class.
Cost: $ 45.00
An eye catching table runner that can be customized to fit any décor or any season. Flowers and stems are appliqued to the background. We will complete 1 of the 9 blocks in the first class and complete the top in the second class.
Cost: $ 45.00
Embroidery Club - "Merry Mugs Holiday Cards" *Evening Session* -Southington- Monday, October 12th, 2026
Most designs are available in three sizes with MINIMUM HOOP SIZE 4x4. Be sure to purchase the design that best fits YOUR hoops and embroidery machine.
Cost: $ 20.00
Most designs are available in three sizes with MINIMUM HOOP SIZE 4x4. Be sure to purchase the design that best fits YOUR hoops and embroidery machine.
Cost: $ 20.00
Embroidery Club - "Merry Mugs Holiday Cards" *Morning Session* -Southington- Monday, October 12th, 2026
Most designs are available in three sizes with MINIMUM HOOP SIZE 4 x 4. Be sure to purchase the design that best fits YOUR hoops and embroidery machine.
Cost: $ 20.00
Most designs are available in three sizes with MINIMUM HOOP SIZE 4 x 4. Be sure to purchase the design that best fits YOUR hoops and embroidery machine.
Cost: $ 20.00
EZ Breezy Runner "Evening Session" -August 11th, 2026-6-9:30pm
A perfect project for all those large-scale prints with NO curved seams to stitch!
Cost: $ 40.00
A perfect project for all those large-scale prints with NO curved seams to stitch!
Cost: $ 40.00
EZ Breezy Runner *Morning Session* -August 11th, 2026 10-1:30
A perfect project for all those large-scale prints with NO curved seams to stitch!
Cost: $ 40.00
A perfect project for all those large-scale prints with NO curved seams to stitch!
Cost: $ 40.00
Free Motion Quilting *Evening Session* -Southington- Mondays, September 14th and 28th, 2026
Are you tired of your same old straight quilting? If you want to become more comfortable and more proficient at Free Motion Quilting this is the class for you. We will start with an easy meandering stitch and build your skill level from there.
Cost: $ 40.00
Are you tired of your same old straight quilting? If you want to become more comfortable and more proficient at Free Motion Quilting this is the class for you. We will start with an easy meandering stitch and build your skill level from there.
Cost: $ 40.00
Free Motion Quilting *Morning Session* -Southington- Mondays, September 14th and 28th, 2026
Are you tired of your same old straight quilting? If you want to become more comfortable and more proficient at Free Motion Quilting this is the class for you. We will start with an easy meandering stitch and build your skill level from there.
Cost: $ 40.00
Are you tired of your same old straight quilting? If you want to become more comfortable and more proficient at Free Motion Quilting this is the class for you. We will start with an easy meandering stitch and build your skill level from there.
Cost: $ 40.00
JANOME A.S.R. Reversible Tote Bags, Southington, Thursday, October 8th, 2026 10:00-5:00pm
This Accurate Stitch Regulator tote bag is not only reversible, but it can also be completed in 2 different ways – with fabric covered straps or with embellished webbing straps using decorative stitches on your sewing machine
Cost: $ 100.00
This Accurate Stitch Regulator tote bag is not only reversible, but it can also be completed in 2 different ways – with fabric covered straps or with embellished webbing straps using decorative stitches on your sewing machine
Cost: $ 100.00
Mastering Your Embroidery Machine Lessons *Evening Session* -Southington- Monday, August 24th. 2026
$20 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: $ 20.00
$20 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: $ 20.00
Mastering Your Embroidery Machine Lessons *Morning Session* -Southington- Monday, August 24th, 2026
$20 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: $ 20.00
$20 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: $ 20.00
Mastering Your Sewing Machine Lessons *Evening Session* -Southington- Tuesdays, September 15th, 22nd, & 29th, 2026
Hands-on "How To" for new owners. Explore the functions of your new sewing machine & learn the tips & tricks from our trained staff.
Cost: $ 20.00
Hands-on "How To" for new owners. Explore the functions of your new sewing machine & learn the tips & tricks from our trained staff.
Cost: $ 20.00
Mastering Your Sewing Machine Lessons - *Morning Session* -Southington- Tuesdays, Tuesdays, September 15th, 22nd, & 29th, 2026
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
Paper Pieced Earrings, Saturday, September 26th, 2026, 10-12:30
What could be better than eye catching earrings you made yourself! Learn the technique of paper piecing on a small scale. Eight little flying geese complete this colorful rectangular earring.
Cost: $ 25.00
What could be better than eye catching earrings you made yourself! Learn the technique of paper piecing on a small scale. Eight little flying geese complete this colorful rectangular earring.
Cost: $ 25.00
Pumkins and Cream Quilt *Morning Session** Tuesdays, August 4th and 25th, 2026
A beautiful seasonal Quilt, making your home Autumn Ready! Quilt Finishes at 60” x 60”
Cost: $ 40.00
A beautiful seasonal Quilt, making your home Autumn Ready! Quilt Finishes at 60” x 60”
Cost: $ 40.00
Pumpkins and Cream Quilt **Evening Session** August 4th and 25th, 2026
A beautiful seasonal Quilt, making your home Autumn Ready! Quilt Finishes at 60” x 60”
Cost: $ 40.00
A beautiful seasonal Quilt, making your home Autumn Ready! Quilt Finishes at 60” x 60”
Cost: $ 40.00
Spirit of America Wall Quilt -Southington-Tuesdays, October 13th, 20th, and 27th, 2026
A patriotic quilt just in time for Veteran's Day, using rulers from Studio 180 and Deb Tucker!! BY DAWN, THE STITCHING COACH
Cost: $ 65.00
A patriotic quilt just in time for Veteran's Day, using rulers from Studio 180 and Deb Tucker!! BY DAWN, THE STITCHING COACH
Cost: $ 65.00
JANOME A.S.R. Reversible Tote Bag - Glastonbury - Friday, Oct 9th, 2026,10:00-5:00pm
This Accurate Stitch Regulator tote bag is not only reversible, but it can also be completed in 2 different ways – with fabric covered straps or with embellished webbing straps using decorative stitches on your sewing machine
Cost: $ 100.00
This Accurate Stitch Regulator tote bag is not only reversible, but it can also be completed in 2 different ways – with fabric covered straps or with embellished webbing straps using decorative stitches on your sewing machine
Cost: $ 100.00
JANOME A.S.R. Reversible Tote Bags, Orange, Wednesday, Oct 7th, 2026, 10:00-5:00 pm
This Accurate Stitch Regulator tote bag is not only reversible, but it can also be completed in 2 different ways – with fabric covered straps or with embellished webbing straps using decorative stitches on your sewing machine
Cost: $ 100.00
This Accurate Stitch Regulator tote bag is not only reversible, but it can also be completed in 2 different ways – with fabric covered straps or with embellished webbing straps using decorative stitches on your sewing machine
Cost: $ 100.00
JANOME A.S.R. Reversible Tote Bags, Southington, Thursday, October 8th, 2026 10:00-5:00pm
This Accurate Stitch Regulator tote bag is not only reversible, but it can also be completed in 2 different ways – with fabric covered straps or with embellished webbing straps using decorative stitches on your sewing machine
Cost: $ 100.00
This Accurate Stitch Regulator tote bag is not only reversible, but it can also be completed in 2 different ways – with fabric covered straps or with embellished webbing straps using decorative stitches on your sewing machine
Cost: $ 100.00
Calendar
- 2026 - Saturday Sampler -Southington
HOORAY! Starting January 10th, 2026 Janet will be creating her blocks in a progressive style. Each month will be a new technique. Click on class title to view class description and dates.
Finishing Techniques - Orange - Monday 8/10 -- 10:00-2:30
Learn to finish your quilt tops! Add borders, make binding, create a label & proudly display your quilts
Let's Just Sew! Monthly Support Group - Glastonbury (2026)
A continuing monthly meeting to support you as you work on your project