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October

16 events
Sewing & Quilting

Halloween Witch Hat Class

Homesewn · Media, PA · THU, Oct 1 · 6:00pm–8:00pm · $45

Sew a structured witch hat from quilted fabric, learning to cut, shape, and attach the brim and crown.

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Longarm Basics Class

Cut & Sew PHL · Philadelphia, PA · FRI, Oct 2 · 9:00am–11:00am · $85

Learn to load, thread, and operate a longarm quilting machine, then practice free motion stitching and basic motifs on a 10-foot frame.

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Mending Marathon

Gemma Fabrics · Lahaska, PA · SAT, Oct 3 · 12:00pm–6:00pm · $10

Bring your worn clothes and unfinished mending projects to work on alongside others in a supportive, drop-in study hall setting.

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Introduction to (Wholecloth) Quilting: Mini Quilt

Cut & Sew PHL · Philadelphia, PA · SUN, Oct 4 · 2:00pm–5:00pm · $90

Assemble a mini wholecloth quilt using a pre-printed kit, then machine quilt and finish it in one session.

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Introduction to the Sewing Machine

Cut & Sew PHL · Philadelphia, PA · TUE, Oct 6 · 5:30pm–6:30pm · $28

Learn to thread and operate a sewing machine, practicing basic stitches on scrap fabric.

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GROWN UP Sewing & Pizza Party: DIY Costumes

Cut & Sew PHL · Philadelphia, PA · FRI, Oct 9 · 6:00pm–9:00pm · $80

Sew your Halloween costume from scratch or finish one in progress, then fuel up with pizza and fellow makers.

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Let's Make a Zipper Pouch

Stitch Central · Glenside, PA · SAT, Oct 10 · 10:00am–12:30pm · $55

Sew a zipper pouch from fabric and lining, mastering zip insertion techniques in the process.

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Beginning Sewing: EXPRESS!

Cut & Sew PHL · Philadelphia, PA · SAT, Oct 10 · 1:30pm–4:30pm · $84

Sew a tote bag from start to finish in one 3-hour class, learning machine basics like straight seams and finishing techniques.

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Quilted Zipper Pouch Class

Cut & Sew PHL · Philadelphia, PA · SAT, Oct 10 · 5:30pm–8:30pm · $65

Sew a quilted zipper pouch and master installing zippers into fabric seams in this three-hour class for confident beginners.

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Make a Tote Bag

Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsmen · Lancaster, PA · SUN, Oct 11 · 1:00pm–4:00pm · $80

Sew a lined tote bag with pockets, learning construction techniques from fashion designer William Jefferies.

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American Sewing Guild Philadelphia Chapter Monthly Meeting

Needles & Bolts · Philadelphia, PA · FRI, Oct 16 · 7:00pm–9:00pm · Free

Meet with local sewists at the American Sewing Guild Philadelphia Chapter monthly gathering, open to all skill levels.

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GROWN UP Sewing & Pizza Party: DIY Costumes

Cut & Sew PHL · Philadelphia, PA · SAT, Oct 17 · 6:00pm–9:00pm · $80

Sew your Halloween costume with other adults, then fuel up on pizza and keep working through the evening.

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Get It Done: A Mending Workshop

Cut & Sew PHL · Philadelphia, PA · SUN, Oct 18 · 12:15pm–2:15pm · $55

Bring worn clothes and learn patching, appliqué, sashiko, and other mending techniques to repair and wear them again.

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Confetti Quilt Intermediate Quilting Class

Stitch Central · Glenside, PA · SUN, Oct 18 · 2:30pm–5:00pm · $55

Learn to piece a confetti quilt using charm pack squares and background fabric, building on foundational quilting skills.

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Introduction to the Sewing Machine

Cut & Sew PHL · Philadelphia, PA · SAT, Oct 24 · 1:00pm–2:00pm · $28

Learn to thread, operate, and stitch on a sewing machine, practicing on scrap fabric to master the basics.

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Sew A Jersey Knit T-Shirt

Stitch Central · Glenside, PA · SAT, Oct 31 · 12:00pm–2:00pm · $32

Sew a jersey knit t-shirt using a favorite shirt as your pattern, learning to cut, hem, and finish the neckband.

November

9 events
Sewing & Quilting

Studio Workshop: Fieldstone Tote

Glue & Stitch Studio · Spring City, PA · SUN, Nov 1 · 12:00pm–5:00pm · $80

Sew a structured tote bag with your choice of two sizes and styles, learning to install webbing handles, pockets, and zippers for polished results.

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Learn to Sew Level 1: Your First Zipper Pouch Workshop

Glue & Stitch Studio · Spring City, PA · MON, Nov 2 · 5:30pm–8:30pm · $65

Sew a fully lined zipper pouch from scratch, learning machine basics, straight seams, pressing, and a beginner-friendly zipper installation method.

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Beginning Sewing: EXPRESS!

Cut & Sew PHL · Philadelphia, PA · TUE, Nov 3 · 5:30pm–8:30pm · $84

Sew a tote bag from start to finish in one streamlined 3-hour session, learning essential machine sewing skills with pre-prepped fabrics.

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Make your Holiday Sewing Workshop: Bowl Cozy

Homesewn · Media, PA · MON, Nov 9 · 6:00pm–8:00pm · $40

Sew a festive bowl cozy from holiday fabric, learning to cut, assemble, and finish a structured cozy perfect for holding warm dishes.

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Quilting for Good Community Sew

Homesewn · Media, PA · SUN, Nov 15 · 12:00pm–4:00pm · Free

Sew quilt panels for homeless families and women's shelter residents at this community sewing event.

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Quilted Zipper Pouch Class

Cut & Sew PHL · Philadelphia, PA · TUE, Nov 17 · 5:30pm–8:30pm · $65

Learn to install a zipper and sew a quilted pouch with fusible fleece, mastering a skill that opens up endless project possibilities.

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American Sewing Guild Philadelphia Chapter Monthly Meeting

Needles & Bolts · Philadelphia, PA · FRI, Nov 20 · 7:00pm–9:00pm · Free

Attend the American Sewing Guild Philadelphia Chapter monthly meeting, open to all sewists with two free visit passes.

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Make your Holiday Sewing Workshop: Flip and Heat Microwave Basket

Homesewn · Media, PA · SUN, Nov 22 · 1:00pm–3:00pm · $40

Sew a quilted microwave basket using cotton fabric and batting, learning to layer and stitch a functional gift you can customize with holiday prints.

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Make your Holiday Sewing Workshop: Flip and Heat Microwave Basket

Homesewn · Media, PA · MON, Nov 23 · 6:00pm–8:00pm · $40

Sew a quilted microwave basket from fabric and batting, choosing holiday prints or year-round designs for a functional handmade gift.

December

4 events
Sewing & Quilting

Make your Holiday Sewing Workshop: Pan Protectors

Homesewn · Media, PA · MON, Dec 7 · 6:00pm–8:00pm · $40

Sew fabric pan protectors using cotton, fusible foam, and a provided pattern, making a set for yourself or as gifts.

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Introduction to the Sewing Machine

Cut & Sew PHL · Philadelphia, PA · FRI, Dec 11 · 3:00pm–4:00pm · $28

Learn to thread and operate a sewing machine, practicing basic stitches on scrap fabric.

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The Holiday Finish Fest

Glue & Stitch Studio · Spring City, PA · SAT, Dec 12 · 10:00am–4:00pm · $55

Finish your holiday sewing projects in a day-long workshop with access to cutting tables, pressing stations, and guidance from instructors.

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Beginning Sewing: EXPRESS!

Cut & Sew PHL · Philadelphia, PA · SAT, Dec 12 · 2:30pm–5:30pm · $84

Sew a canvas tote bag from start to finish in three hours, learning basic machine stitching and construction techniques.

January

1 event
Sewing & Quilting

Studio Workshop: Stuffed Silly Goose

Glue & Stitch Studio · Spring City, PA · FRI, Jan 22 · 5:30pm–9:00pm · $60

Sew a stuffed goose from a pattern, learning to cut fabric with templates, sew curves, and stuff a three-dimensional form.