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Join us for a class, event, or workshop in our Queens, New York sewing studio. We have something for everyone. Don't see something you like? We also offer private sewing lessons in sewing, embroidery, quilting, garment sewing, and more. Call us at 718-468-5858 for more details or request a class! |
| Please note, when registering for any class or event you are agreeing to the class policy at the bottom of this page. |
Learn to Sew! With Catherine Petrosino
Do you want to learn the basics of sewing or need a refresher because you haven’t sewn in a while? Bring your machine in to learn how to operate your sewing machine while you make a small pouch! If you don’t own a machine, you can use one of our class machines. What you will learn: the correct way to wind a bobbin how to thread your machine navigating the basic functions on your machine how to operate the machine whether it is mechanical or computerized basic cutting and pinning techniques basic sewing techniques (straight and curved seams and pivoting) the basics of needles, thread and bobbins to set your sewing up for success If you do not own a machine: Please let us know in the “notes” section at checkout that you would like to use one of our class machines. If you are bringing your own sewing machine: You must know that the machine is good working order. Older machines that have not been used in many years may need to go in for service before class (which can take up to a few weeks).
Cost: $ 90.00
Do you want to learn the basics of sewing or need a refresher because you haven’t sewn in a while? Bring your machine in to learn how to operate your sewing machine while you make a small pouch! If you don’t own a machine, you can use one of our class machines. What you will learn: the correct way to wind a bobbin how to thread your machine navigating the basic functions on your machine how to operate the machine whether it is mechanical or computerized basic cutting and pinning techniques basic sewing techniques (straight and curved seams and pivoting) the basics of needles, thread and bobbins to set your sewing up for success If you do not own a machine: Please let us know in the “notes” section at checkout that you would like to use one of our class machines. If you are bringing your own sewing machine: You must know that the machine is good working order. Older machines that have not been used in many years may need to go in for service before class (which can take up to a few weeks).
Cost: $ 90.00
Courtside Bag with Laurie Liang
Have you ever played a racquet sport and noticed that everyone is carrying the same bag? It's time to step up to the challenge and create your own one-of-a-kind backpack/racket tote. ByAnnie has created a roomy bag pattern that can be used as a court-side bag or a weekender tote. This bag is for the intermediate or advanced sewer as it has many components. Laurie will break down the process in 3 sessions. Be forewarned....there will be homework in between sessions!
Cost: $ 225.00
Have you ever played a racquet sport and noticed that everyone is carrying the same bag? It's time to step up to the challenge and create your own one-of-a-kind backpack/racket tote. ByAnnie has created a roomy bag pattern that can be used as a court-side bag or a weekender tote. This bag is for the intermediate or advanced sewer as it has many components. Laurie will break down the process in 3 sessions. Be forewarned....there will be homework in between sessions!
Cost: $ 225.00
Embellishing Techniques with Mary Ann Kotowski
Create a unique embellished decorative cloth using techniques on your sewing machine that are fun and so simple to do. This piece can be used to make a pillow, tote, or a table runner! In this class you will learn creative ways to use the decorative stitches on your machine. These techniques include: working with a twin needle, using bobbin work (using heavier threads that can't be put in the needle), and couching with yarns. These are decorative techniques can be used on many different projects!
Cost: $ 100.00
Create a unique embellished decorative cloth using techniques on your sewing machine that are fun and so simple to do. This piece can be used to make a pillow, tote, or a table runner! In this class you will learn creative ways to use the decorative stitches on your machine. These techniques include: working with a twin needle, using bobbin work (using heavier threads that can't be put in the needle), and couching with yarns. These are decorative techniques can be used on many different projects!
Cost: $ 100.00
*GUEST EDUCATOR* Fit Clinic with Kenneth King
Fit is the Holy Grail of garment sewing-all the fine sewing in the world will not save a badly fitted garment. There is precious little information out there on fitting and this class aims to address that lack of good information. This fitting clinic will perform two functions: to explain and demonstrate how to fit garments and to create a pattern of a favorite garment that actually fits. The student will bring in a muslin mock-up of a garment that they want adjusted to fit them properly. In class, they will learn how to adjust the garment for a proper fit. A pattern will be created based on the adjustments according to the information provided in the re-fitted muslin. At the end of class, along with a well-fitting pattern, the students will gain an understanding of the procedure and principles of how to "fit" so they can apply these skills to future garments. Seating is limited to insure everybody gets personal attention. *This class is for intermediate and advanced sewers.
Cost: $ 120.00
Fit is the Holy Grail of garment sewing-all the fine sewing in the world will not save a badly fitted garment. There is precious little information out there on fitting and this class aims to address that lack of good information. This fitting clinic will perform two functions: to explain and demonstrate how to fit garments and to create a pattern of a favorite garment that actually fits. The student will bring in a muslin mock-up of a garment that they want adjusted to fit them properly. In class, they will learn how to adjust the garment for a proper fit. A pattern will be created based on the adjustments according to the information provided in the re-fitted muslin. At the end of class, along with a well-fitting pattern, the students will gain an understanding of the procedure and principles of how to "fit" so they can apply these skills to future garments. Seating is limited to insure everybody gets personal attention. *This class is for intermediate and advanced sewers.
Cost: $ 120.00
Stitchwise: Free-Motion Quilting with Venitta McCall
Have you been interested in learning how to free-motion quilt? What about rulerwork? In this half-day event, gain hands-on experience quilting on a longarm/domestic machine. You will try several free-motion fill techniques, including McTavishing. There will also be the opportunity to learn the basics of rulerwork on a BERNINA Q Series machine. Register today to start gaining confidence in your free-motion quilting. Light refreshments will be served.
Cost: $ 99.00
Have you been interested in learning how to free-motion quilt? What about rulerwork? In this half-day event, gain hands-on experience quilting on a longarm/domestic machine. You will try several free-motion fill techniques, including McTavishing. There will also be the opportunity to learn the basics of rulerwork on a BERNINA Q Series machine. Register today to start gaining confidence in your free-motion quilting. Light refreshments will be served.
Cost: $ 99.00
Stitchwise: the Ultimate BERNINA with Venitta McCall
Join us for the unveiling of the new and innovative products from BERNINA. In this lecture/demo event, explore the industry-leading features and unparalleled precision of the latest BERNINA sewing machine. Embark on a journey of creativity and craftsmanship, where you will have the opportunity to witness the future unfold. Light refreshments will be served.
Cost: $ 20.00
Join us for the unveiling of the new and innovative products from BERNINA. In this lecture/demo event, explore the industry-leading features and unparalleled precision of the latest BERNINA sewing machine. Embark on a journey of creativity and craftsmanship, where you will have the opportunity to witness the future unfold. Light refreshments will be served.
Cost: $ 20.00
The Gift of Sewing - Holiday Gift Making Showcase with Elaine and Laurie
Make your holidays stress-free with our holiday gift-making showcase! Dive into the world of sewing and discover the magic of making heartfelt gifts for your loved ones. From cozy quilts to practical (and cute) oven mitts, personalized accessories and home decor, there's a gift idea for everyone. At the event, Elaine and Laurie will demo techniques used in the projects so that you can complete your projects in time for the holidays!
Cost: $ 25.00
Make your holidays stress-free with our holiday gift-making showcase! Dive into the world of sewing and discover the magic of making heartfelt gifts for your loved ones. From cozy quilts to practical (and cute) oven mitts, personalized accessories and home decor, there's a gift idea for everyone. At the event, Elaine and Laurie will demo techniques used in the projects so that you can complete your projects in time for the holidays!
Cost: $ 25.00
Hem Your Pants / Jeans / Leggings with Catherine Petrosino
Learn the proper way to measure and shorten your pant hems using your sewing machine. We will review how to hem a basic pant, a pair of jeans using topstitch thread, and a stretch legging. Bring one pair of pants, jeans or leggings to hem. If you have any questions about the class, please email Catherine at catherine@sewright.com.
Cost: $ 40.00
Learn the proper way to measure and shorten your pant hems using your sewing machine. We will review how to hem a basic pant, a pair of jeans using topstitch thread, and a stretch legging. Bring one pair of pants, jeans or leggings to hem. If you have any questions about the class, please email Catherine at catherine@sewright.com.
Cost: $ 40.00
Open Level Garment Sewing Class with Catherine Petrosino
Take your sewing to the next level with our Open Level Garment Sewing Class and learn what you want to learn! This class is for you whether you are a beginner sewist ready to start sewing your first garment and don't know how to begin or if you are an intermediate sewist that needs specific help with a project you are working on. Bring in all materials needed for your project as you must work from a commercial pattern. If you have any questions about your project, please contact Catherine at catherine@sewright.com in advance. You must know how to operate a sewing machine. Class size is limited to 4 students. 3 hours long.
Cost: $ 90.00
Take your sewing to the next level with our Open Level Garment Sewing Class and learn what you want to learn! This class is for you whether you are a beginner sewist ready to start sewing your first garment and don't know how to begin or if you are an intermediate sewist that needs specific help with a project you are working on. Bring in all materials needed for your project as you must work from a commercial pattern. If you have any questions about your project, please contact Catherine at catherine@sewright.com in advance. You must know how to operate a sewing machine. Class size is limited to 4 students. 3 hours long.
Cost: $ 90.00
Take It In: Shirts and Tops with Catherine Petrosino
In this class you will learn how to alter a knit or woven top or a button down shirt that needs to be taken in. We will review how to navigate around a flat felled seam on men's shirts, take in a knit top and how to add a dart. Bring in one shirt or top to alter in class.
Cost: $ 50.00
In this class you will learn how to alter a knit or woven top or a button down shirt that needs to be taken in. We will review how to navigate around a flat felled seam on men's shirts, take in a knit top and how to add a dart. Bring in one shirt or top to alter in class.
Cost: $ 50.00
Tilda's Party Door Banner/Wall Hanging with Barbara Konsker
Join Barbara to create this beautiful adaptation of Tilda”s Plum Party. This quilt features an angel in seasonal colors created by using pieced and machine appliqué techniques. Scrap it up using fat quarter fabric selections! The book with the pattern is required and can purchased at Sew Right “Quilts from Tilda’s Studio”
Cost: $ 150.00
Join Barbara to create this beautiful adaptation of Tilda”s Plum Party. This quilt features an angel in seasonal colors created by using pieced and machine appliqué techniques. Scrap it up using fat quarter fabric selections! The book with the pattern is required and can purchased at Sew Right “Quilts from Tilda’s Studio”
Cost: $ 150.00
Using A Quilt Binder Attachment with Barbara Konsker
Are you tired of hand binding your quilts? In this lecture /demo, Barbara will show you how to use the Bernina Binding attachment as well as the Pfaff/Viking Binder attachment to machine bind your quilts, placemats, or table runners quickly.
Cost: $ 30.00
Are you tired of hand binding your quilts? In this lecture /demo, Barbara will show you how to use the Bernina Binding attachment as well as the Pfaff/Viking Binder attachment to machine bind your quilts, placemats, or table runners quickly.
Cost: $ 30.00
Explore the Use of Serger Feet with MaryAnn Kotowski
Sergers have so many capabilities beyond finishing seams! With additional serger accessories we can expand its applications to be used for zipper insertions, garment work, home decor, and more. In this class we will use 5 different feet doing 8 different techniques. You will leave with samples to as a reference. We will be exploring the blind hem foot, elastic foot, beading foot, ruffling foot and piping foot. * This class is for Bernina and Baby Lock serger owners.
Cost: $ 135.00
Sergers have so many capabilities beyond finishing seams! With additional serger accessories we can expand its applications to be used for zipper insertions, garment work, home decor, and more. In this class we will use 5 different feet doing 8 different techniques. You will leave with samples to as a reference. We will be exploring the blind hem foot, elastic foot, beading foot, ruffling foot and piping foot. * This class is for Bernina and Baby Lock serger owners.
Cost: $ 135.00
The Mesh Serger Tote with MaryAnn Kotowski
Create this dynamic, versatile "Serger Mesh Tote" designed by Joan Friedrich! This project showcases a variety of different techniques using a combination of overlock and coverstitch settings. MaryAnn will take you through the steps of adjusting your serger settings and serger feet to complete this tote in three sessions. In order to take this class, your serger must have overlock and coverstitch capabilities with "jet air/air threading" systems. Contact MaryAnn at her email address: maryann@sewright.com if you have any questions.
Cost: $ 180.00
Create this dynamic, versatile "Serger Mesh Tote" designed by Joan Friedrich! This project showcases a variety of different techniques using a combination of overlock and coverstitch settings. MaryAnn will take you through the steps of adjusting your serger settings and serger feet to complete this tote in three sessions. In order to take this class, your serger must have overlock and coverstitch capabilities with "jet air/air threading" systems. Contact MaryAnn at her email address: maryann@sewright.com if you have any questions.
Cost: $ 180.00
CLASS POLICY
Our classes and events require planning and preparation and often includes ordering materials and supplies, scheduling staff and teachers, and allocating space which is contingent on the total number of students who register for a class. When students request cancellations or reschedule at the last minute, it affects all of the above in addition to taking away a spot from someone who wanted to take the class.
In fairness to all of our customers we are unable to make exceptions to our policy, including for reasons of illness, travel, or work. If you are unable to attend a class at the last minute, consider offering the spot to a friend!
If Sew Right Sewing Machines cancels a class for any reason, you will receive a FULL refund.
If you cancel 14 days or more before the date of your class, you will receive full credit towards another class within 6 months of the original class date. If you cancel a rescheduled class, you will forfeit your payment for that class.
If you cancel 2-13 days before the date of your class, you will receive a full credit to use towards another class within 3 months of the original class date. If you cancel a rescheduled class, you will forfeit your payment for that class.
If you do not cancel your class within 48 hours of the class start date and time OR you do not show up, you will forfeit your payment for that class.
If you register for an event or class with a guest educator, your class fee is nonrefundable.
If you register for a private lesson, your class fee is nonrefundable.
If you register for an event or class with a guest educator, your class fee is nonrefundable.
If you register for a private lesson, your class fee is nonrefundable.
Thank you for understanding!
CLASS REGISTRATION POLICY
Payment is required in full upon registration of the class you would like to attend. You can register online at sewright.com, in-person at the store, or by calling the store at 718.468.5858.
718.468.5858 223-20 Union Turnpike, Bayside, NY 11364
TUE-FRI: 10-6 | SAT: 10-5 | SUN-MON: CLOSED
TUE-FRI: 10-6 | SAT: 10-5 | SUN-MON: CLOSED
