Cut & Sew PHL
October
10 eventsLongarm Basics Class
Learn to load, thread, and operate a longarm quilting machine, then practice free motion stitching and basic motifs on a 10-foot frame.
Introduction to Kinusaiga
Learn kinusaiga, a no-sew Japanese technique, to create a fabric mosaic artwork by layering and pressing colored fabrics into a grooved base.
Introduction to (Wholecloth) Quilting: Mini Quilt
Assemble a mini wholecloth quilt using a pre-printed kit, then machine quilt and finish it in one session.
Introduction to the Sewing Machine
Learn to thread and operate a sewing machine, practicing basic stitches on scrap fabric.
GROWN UP Sewing & Pizza Party: DIY Costumes
Sew your Halloween costume from scratch or finish one in progress, then fuel up with pizza and fellow makers.
Beginning Sewing: EXPRESS!
Sew a tote bag from start to finish in one 3-hour class, learning machine basics like straight seams and finishing techniques.
Quilted Zipper Pouch Class
Sew a quilted zipper pouch and master installing zippers into fabric seams in this three-hour class for confident beginners.
GROWN UP Sewing & Pizza Party: DIY Costumes
Sew your Halloween costume with other adults, then fuel up on pizza and keep working through the evening.
Get It Done: A Mending Workshop
Bring worn clothes and learn patching, appliqué, sashiko, and other mending techniques to repair and wear them again.
Introduction to the Sewing Machine
Learn to thread, operate, and stitch on a sewing machine, practicing on scrap fabric to master the basics.
November
3 eventsBeginning Sewing: EXPRESS!
Sew a tote bag from start to finish in one streamlined 3-hour session, learning essential machine sewing skills with pre-prepped fabrics.
Introduction to Kinusaiga
Learn kinsuaiga, a no-sew Japanese fiber technique, to create a fabric mosaic artwork by layering and pressing colored fabrics together.
Quilted Zipper Pouch Class
Learn to install a zipper and sew a quilted pouch with fusible fleece, mastering a skill that opens up endless project possibilities.
December
2 eventsIntroduction to the Sewing Machine
Learn to thread and operate a sewing machine, practicing basic stitches on scrap fabric.
Beginning Sewing: EXPRESS!
Sew a canvas tote bag from start to finish in three hours, learning basic machine stitching and construction techniques.