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Summer 2019
Adult Class Schedule
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3711 Rhode Island Ave, Mt. Rainier, MD 20712 Ph: 301-779-9000 Email: info@sewcreativelounge.com
SIP AND SEW DC
We're sipping, we're sewing AND partying! Come join us for Sip and Sew DC's day party where you will learn basic sewing techniques to complete a project while listening to your favorite music and enjoying a glass a wine. The music will have you rocking your way through the event! All materials included plus two complimentary glasses of wine. No experience necessary! Class is from at 3pm - 7pm. Class Fee: $50
Saturday, July 13, 2019 Project: Shorts Music: Afro Beat
Saturday, August 10, 2019 Project: Peplum Tube Top Music: Beyonce
BEGINNER SEWING 1 Entry level class for true beginners. Students will learn to make a pillow, tote bag and pull on pajama bottoms. Emphasis will be placed on machine operation and reading a pattern. Summer Session 1: June 29, July 13, 20, and 27, 2019 10am - 1pm Summer Session 2: August 10, 17, 24, and September 7, 2019 10am - 1pm Class Fee: $150
BEGINNER SEWING 2 This class is designed for students who have a basic knowledge of sewing or have taken our Beginner Sewing 1 class. Students will make two shirts and build the following skills: buttonholes, collar, sleeves and cuff. Summer Session 1: August 10, 17, 24, and September 7, 2019 10am - 1pm Class Fee: $150
BEGINNER SEWING 3 Students will learn to construct and assemble a skirt and a pair of pants. Emphasis will be placed on inserting a zipper, hemming, fitting, construction, buttonholes and top-stitching techniques. Summer Session 1: June 29, July 13, 20, and 27, 2019 10am - 1pm Class Fee: $150
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OPEN STUDIO P &a project? S E This W is D Pstudio A RisTforYstudents who need extra help Need help finishing the C class D for A you!Y Open with unfinished sewing projects, alterations, zippers, buttonholes or any other sewing techniques. Schedule: June 19, July 3, July 17, August 7 and August 21, 2019 6pm - 9pm Class Fee: $50 Join us for Open Sewing! at Sew Creative Lounge. This is not class, but rather a time that you can come in to sew with fellow sewers, use our machines and learn from each other. Fridays 11am - 6pm Saturdays and Sundays 11am - 4pm $10 per hour (*3 Free hours per month for members*)
SEW CREATIVE MEETUPS Join us for our monthly Mount Rainier American Sewing Guild meeting! Learn about our local sewing guild, meet the coordinators and sign up to join. Schedule: June 18, July 16 and August 20, 2019 7pm - 9pm Free Join us for our monthly SCL Knitting and Crochet Guild meeting. Bring your own project to create amongst fellow knitters and crocheters. Schedule: July 8 and August 12, 2019 7pm - 9pm Free
Join us for our monthly MeetUP! at Sew Creative Lounge. For each MeetUP!, we will work on one small project together such as a tote bag, pillow, clutch bag or you may bring another project to work on your own. Schedule: July 19 and August, 16 2019 6pm - 9pm Free
SPECIALTY CLASSES WORKING WITH SHEER FABRICS Learn simple tips on how to create beautiful garments on a fabric that can be difficult to work with. Beginners will choose between select patterns. Intermediate/advanced students can choose their own pattern. June 23, 30, July 7, and 14 2019 10am - 1pm Class Fee: $150 HOW TO READ AND UNDERSTAND A SEWING PATTERN Are you still struggling with reading a pattern? Then this class is for you! In this class, we will break down each section of the pattern directions including cutting layout, pattern markings and more. July 6, 2019 10am - 2pm Class Fee: $50 PATTERNMAKING: DRAPING TECHNIQUE Join us for this four-week course to create your own pattern using a process called draping that will help you create perfectly fitted patterns on a dress form. You'll leave with a pattern designed by you! July 12, 19, 26, and August 2, 2019 6pm - 9pm Class Fee: $150 FASHION ON CANVAS Come and bring your dream dress to life on canvas with Fashion Designer Almira Léonché. In this workshop, you will create a woman’s silhouette and design an evening gown with vibrant fabrics. July 18, 2019 6pm - 9pm Class Fee: $45
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LATTICE-MAKING WORKSHOP Led by Mama Afia Nson Bonsu, this series focuses on designing and sewing without the use of patterns. During this workshop, students will incorporate lattice work in their designs. July 27, 2019 2pm - 7pm Class Fee: $65 NINE-PATCH BLOCK QUILT Great for beginner sewers who are interested in making a quilt. Learn the basics of quilting including cutting techniques and binding. July 28, August 11, 18 and September 8, 2019 10am - 1pm Class Fee: $150 POCKET CONSTRUCTION TECHNIQUES Learn how to construct a variety of pockets to accent your clothing and accessories including patch, welt and zippered pockets. July 30, August 6, 13, and 27 6pm - 9pm Class Fee: $150 BOOKBAG CONSTRUCTION Learn to create a bookbag with three zippered pockets and how to install the strap hardware. Choose between a back-back purse or full-size bookbag. August 1, 8, 15 and 22, 2019 6pm - 9pm Class Fee: $150 REVERSIBLE HEAD WRAP Create a reversible head wrap during this workshop with Sierra Leonean designer Almira Léonché. Then learn 10 ways to style your head wrap for any occasion. August 3, 2019 3pm - 6pm Class Fee: $50 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR FABRICS Fabrics come in a range of different fibers, weights and textures. Learn the difference between various fabrics including the basic elements of composition, construction and weight. August 10 and 17, 2019 10am - 1pm Class Fee: $80
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