REGISTRATION

Classes fill quickly so register early to avoid disappointment. Registration is only effective with payment of class fee. Price does not include GST. Two-week notice is required for refund. Make-up class provided if class is cancelled by us. Fabrics for all classes must be purchased at Whitby Fabrics Sewing Centre. Classes are hands-on and new Husqvarna Viking sewing machines, embroidery machines and sergers are provided at no charge. Samples of class projects are on display in the store.

TEACHERS

Our very talented group of teachers will inspire you to reach new heights in sewing.  From our specialty classes to our weekly dressmaking classes, you will be glad that you chose Whitby Fabrics Sewing Centre to meet your sewing needs.  More about teachers...

DRESSMAKING
Instructors: Darla Hunt
                    Elizabeth Darbyshire

These classes are designed for all sewers… from the new sewer who has only basic sewing skills, to the experienced sewer who wants to continue to expand her expertise.
Each student chooses their own project and our instructor guides them through each step until completion.


Daytime
Tuesday Jan 5 – Feb 9        10:00 – 12:00      6 weeks      $ 90.00
Tuesday Jan 5 – Feb 9          1:00 –   3:00      6 weeks      $ 90.00
Tuesday Feb 16 – Mar 30    10:00 – 12:00     7 weeks      $105.00
Tuesday Feb 16 – Mar 30      1:00 –   3:00     7 weeks      $105.00


Evening
Monday Jan 4 – Feb 8          6:30 – 8:30      6 weeks      $90.00
Tuesday Jan 12 – Feb 16     6:30 – 8:30      6 weeks      $90.00
Thursday Jan 7 – Feb 11      6:30 – 8:30      6 weeks      $90.00
Monday Feb 22 – Mar 29      6:30 – 8:30      6 weeks      $90.00
Tuesday Feb 23 - Mar 30      6:30 – 8:30      6 weeks      $90.00
Thursday Feb 18 – Apr 1      6:30 – 8:30      7 weeks     $105.00




BEGINNERS SEWING
Instructor: Elizabeth Darbyshire

This class is designed for beginners. It provides an opportunity for students with no previous sewing experience to learn the basics of sewing while working on a simple project…an A-line skirt, elastic waist pants or sleep pants.
The course content includes: sewing machine basics, how to read and follow pattern directions, proper layout of fabric and patterns, cutting techniques, commonly used stitches, pressing techniques and garment finishing techniques.

Wednesday Jan 13 – Feb 17 6:30 – 8:30 6 weeks $90.00
Wednesday Feb 24 – Mar 31 6:30 – 8:30 6 weeks $90.00

 

A FLEECE JACKET – “FROM THE INSIDE OUT”
BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND!
 

Instructor: Susan Rodesky

Have you ever seen lining fabrics that are just too pretty to be hidden on the inside? Or plain fleece fabrics that seem to need a little jazzing up? Well, here’s a solution for you! Take part in this fleece class and learn how a beautiful lining fabric will make your finished fleece garment a real hit by making its subtle appearance on the outside! Design a particular theme or let those creative genes go crazy for a change! Either way, this technique will become one of your favourites. Intermediate to advanced sewing experience is recommended. SATURDAY JANUARY 16           10:00 – 4:30 $45.00 (lunch included)

CREATIVE PINTUCK VEST Instructor: Susan Rodesky		Learn how to use that little foot with all the grooves that rarely comes out of your accessories box! You will quickly discover that pintucks are not exclusive to heirloom sewing as you use your pintuck foot in new & interesting ways. During class, you will construct unique “pintuck blocks” that will then be sewn together and used as your vest front (the back is plain). Intermediate sewing experience is suggested.
WEDNESDAY JANUARY 13 & JANUARY 20 1:30 – 4:30 (2 part class) $40.00

LOUNGING IN COMFORT AND STYLE
Instructor: Darla Hunt

Yes, you can be comfortable and stylish too! Join us in this class to sew up a cozy lounging set to relax in as you while away the winter evenings. Heading south this winter? Your lounger set will be perfect for those cooler nights. The yoga style pants and zip front high-necked sweater look great on any age, and are even more stylish when embellished with a monogram or embroidery. The choice is yours!

SATURDAY JANUARY 23 10:00 – 4:30
$45.00 (lunch included)

 

SERGER LACE Instructor: Susan Rodesky		Calling all serger owners!!! Get out your serger and join us in this class as you learn how easy it is to make your own custom lace! From simple narrow trims to wider ruffled flounces, here’s a technique that you will definitely enjoy! Plus, you get to choose your own project! How about whipping up some dinner napkins with lace edging? An easy knit top with narrow trim around the neck? Capri pants with lace hems? Or, baby items with ruffled lace embellishment? The choice is yours! SATURDAY JANUARY 30          10:00 – 4:30 $45.00 (lunch included)

MACHINE DETAILING & THREAD PLAY
Instructor: Susan Rodesky

Don’t be afraid to try something new! It’s really much easier than you think! There’s no guesswork or drawing required for this class. Simply take a pre-printed fabric panel, add lots of visual interest & sparkling pizzazz using decorative threads, some free motion & straight-stitch sewing, and you will have a masterpiece ready for framing!
Intermediate sewing skills recommended.

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 6 10:00 – 4:30
$45.00 (lunch included)
 

RAG QUILT
Instructor: Glenys Lusk

How does a warm and cozy quilt on a cold winter’s night sound to you? Using a selection of our colourful cottons and flannelettes you can create your own snugly throw or crib quilt while learning one of the oldest quilting methods. In this class we will be using a ragging technique to join our blocks and finish the edges, so your quilt will be done in no time! Only basic sewing skills are required for this course, so if you haven’t tried quilting before, now’s the time! SATURDAY FEBRUARY 13 & 20 1:00 – 4:30 (2 part class) $40.00

INSTANT TEXTURIZING
Instructor: Susan Rodesky
 

Let’s take some fabric -- anything from cotton to lame, and quickly add some texture to it using a great new product called Texture Magic. After some preliminary stitching, then one poof …and it’s done! This instant “texturizing” technique provides unlimited possibilities for your sewing projects. The choice is yours! Garment fronts, cuffs, yokes, or pockets – they’re all great candidates for this special treatment. Here’s an invitation for sewers of all levels to join us! SATURDAY FEBRUARY 27 10:00 – 4:30 $45.00 (lunch included)

Stop in for a FREE demonstration of these exciting products!
Pre-registration is required

SPECIALTY BOBBIN CASE
Thursday January 14 @ 11:00 a.m. & 2:30 p.m.


ENDLESS EMBROIDERY HOOP
Thursday January 21 @ 2:00 p.m.


TEXTURE HOOP
Thursday January 28 @ 11:00 a.m. & 2:30 p.m.
 

OWNERS’ CLUBS

FREE monthly club meetings are provided for anyone who has purchased their embroidery machine, software or serger at Whitby Fabrics Sewing Centre. Others are welcome to participate for a $50.00 monthly fee. All students must pre-register for each club meeting in order to facilitate seating and planning arrangements.

These clubs are designed to provide ongoing education to help you get the maximum benefit from your embroidery machine, serger or software; and to keep you informed of new products and new techniques.

EMBROIDERY CLUB

Meets on the fourth Friday of the month  at 1:00 and 6:30. Hands-on format. Bring your embroidery machine to Club The picture is a sample of a past project for the embroidery club. You, of course, will go home with your free design.

SOFTWARE CLUB

Meets on the second Friday of the month at 1:00 and 6:30.
Bring along your laptop

SERGER CLUB

Meets on the third Friday of the month at 1:00 and 6:30.   Hands-on format. Bring your serger to Club.