REGISTRATION
Classes fill quickly, so register early to avoid disappointment.
Registration is effective with payment of class fee. Price does not
include HST. Two-week notice is required for refund.
Make-up classes are provided if class is cancelled by us. Classes
are hands-on and new Husqvarna Viking sewing machines, embroidery
machines and sergers are provided at no charge. Fabrics for all
classes are to be purchased at Whitby Fabrics Sewing Centre.
Samples of class projects are on display in the store.
Our goal is to provide our students with a valuable learning
experience in a fun-filled, friendly, relaxing atmosphere. Come and
join us!
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 and Vanessa Taber
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.
Students choose their own projects and our instructor guides them
through each step until completion.
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Daytime
Tuesday May 7 10:00 – 12:00 7 weeks $105.00
Tuesday May 7 1:00 – 3:00 7 weeks $105.00
Evening
Monday May 6 6:30 – 8:30 6 weeks $ 90.00
Thursday May 9 6:30 – 8:30 7 weeks $105.00
SEWING FOR “NEW & NEARLY-NEW” SEWERS
Instructor: Vanessa Taber
Whether you have never sewn before or you are returning to this
incredible hobby, this class is for you. For the beginners, we will walk
you through machine basics and sewing seams before tackling your first
project. For students who have a little sewing experience, we'll work on
those more difficult tasks such as button holes and zippers. We'll even
teach you how to hem your favourite jeans.
Thursday May 30 1:00 – 3:00 5 weeks $75.00
JUNIOR SEWING ACADEMY
Instructors: Esther Campbell
Denise Julian
It’s never too early to learn to sew. In our Junior Sewing Academy we
offer after-school sewing classes for girls and boys, ages 7 to 16. Many
of our students have gone on to study fashion design at the college
level.
Classes are held in fully-equipped classrooms in our store, and in the
community. Class sizes are limited to ensure individual guidance and
instruction for each student.
The big event of the year is our annual Junior Sewing Academy Fashion
Show held in May each year. Students get to show off their sewing and
creative skills to an audience of family and friends, and leave the
audience amazed by the skills and creativity of these young sewers.
There is usually only limited availability in this very popular program.
For registration enquiries, please contact the store @ 905-668-4821.
OWNERS CLASSES
DESIGNER RUBY OWNERS CLASSES
Instructor: Dianne Porter
Designer Ruby and Ruby deLuxe owners are invited to join us in our
series of Owners' Classes. Registration is required.
FRIDAY MAY 10 1:00 - 3:00
FRIDAY JUNE 14 1:00 - 3:00
$25.00 or FREE for anyone who purchased their Ruby at Whitby Fabrics
DESIGNER DIAMOND OWNERS CLASSES
Instructor: Esther Campbell
Designer Diamond and Diamond deLuxe owners are invited to join us in our
series of Owners’ Classes. Registration is required.
WEDNESDAY MAY 8 1:00 - 3:00
WEDNESDAY JUNE 12 1:00 - 3:00
$25.00 or FREE for anyone who purchased their Diamond at Whitby Fabrics.
SPECIALTY CLASSES
STABILIZERS ??? INTERFACINGS ???
Instructor: Darla Hunt
Which one for embroidery, what weight and when, spray or no spray,
iron-on or leave in? So many choices and so many fabrics. Wouldn’t it be
nice to have a guide to help you solve these puzzles? Then join us in
our Stabilizer class.
This will be a hands-on class resulting in a booklet that you compile
with samples of the various choices of backings and fabrics. We will
cover everything from interfacing for strength and drape, as well as for
ease control with knits and silkies.
In the stabilizer area the mystery of embroidery backings will include
cottons of all weights, knits, silks, slinky, denim, wool and yes, even
sheers. When to use soluble and when to use tearaway or cut away is
often a challenge, but with the booklet you make you will have a
permanent record for reference. We invite you to add to your booklet
whenever you try a new technique or fabric. The industry is always
coming out with new choices. But as long as we know what to look for,
our sewing becomes easier.
MONDAY MAY 13 10:00 - 4:30
$40.00 Lunch included
BENGAL PANTS
Instructor: Darla Hunt
Want to make a pair of summer pants or capris that are clean fitting,
have no zipper, are easy to make and comfortable to wear? Then this
class is for you.
Our Bengal fabric has great stretch/return capability and comes in all
fashion colours. You’re sure to want more when you make your first pair!
WEDNESDAY MAY 22 10:00 – 1:00
$20.00
ETERNITY SCARF
Instructor: Dianne Porter
Scarves are such great fashion accessories. They add to, or change the
look of so many outfits, and our fringed Eternity Scarf gives you
another way to do just that!
They’re so quick and easy that you’ll want to make several for yourself,
and maybe a few more as gifts.
FRIDAY MAY 24 10:00 – 12:00
$15.00
THE “WEAR-IT-ANYWHERE” TOP
Instructor: Kathy Masters
This chic, loose-fitting top looks great on all body types. For casual
wear or dressy occasions, the look depends on your choice of fabric.
This top is asymmetrical and its’ fashionable style is attained through
a stylishly draped back panel.
The look may be unique, but this is a quick and easy project that
requires only basic sewing skills.
WEDNESDAY MAY 29 1:00 – 5:00
$25.00
THE BIG WHITE SHIRT – SPRING’S
HOT NEW LOOK!
Instructor: Darla Hunt
This spring’s hot new look, the big white shirt is a new twist on a
classic wardrobe essential.
Pin tucks, deco stitching or even fine lace accents will turn this
classic look into your own.
Wear it alone or over a T-shirt or cami and you have a fresh
spring/summer look. It looks great with jeans! And if white is not for
you, do yours in another colour, or a print fabric.
This class will stress fit, structure of collars and cuffs, and use of
accessories for accents.
Join us in this creative class and create your own “classic” look!
2-PART CLASS
WEDNESDAY JUNE 5 PART 1 6:00 – 9:00
SATURDAY JUNE 8 PART 2 10:00 – 4:30
$50.00
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BRA MAKING COURSES
Guest Instructor: Leah Hoogkamp, Corsetiere
Leah
Hoogkamp is a professional bra maker and instructor with over 20
years experience as a dressmaker and pattern maker. Leah
enthusiastically shares her bra making expertise with students,
and provides them with the skills required to make their own
perfectly fitting bras.
BRA MAKING BASICS
Are you longing to craft bras of your own, but feel that it will
be too challenging? Can you set in a sleeve and work with small
pieces, and ¼ inch seams? Then you can make your own bra!
Join us as we walk through the art of creating a well-fitting
bra. As a group we will discuss the styles of bras, fabrics and
trimmings. We will cut, stitch and fit a basic bra to you. Your
second bra will be based on the final fit of your first and will
allow you to build on your new skill set.
Bra kits are supplied. They include the pattern, instructions,
fabrics in your choice of colours, findings, elastics and
underwires (if desired). Kit price is $75.00 plus HST. (makes 2
bras)
FRIDAY MAY 31 & SATURDAY JUNE 1 10:00 – 4:00
Course fee: $95.00 Lunch included on both days
MY PERFECT FIT
Many women have special fitting needs that are impossible to
cover in the introductory (Bra making Basics) class. This
workshop focuses on alterations to the pattern to accommodate
specific fitting, such as power bars and support straps.
Pre-requisite: Bramaking Basics class
Kit price is $47.95 plus HST.
SATURDAY JUNE 15 10:00 – 4:00
Course fee: $45.00 Lunch included |
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OWNERS’ CLUBS |
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FREE club meetings are provided for everyone purchasing 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.
Our 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
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Meets monthly on the fourth Friday of the month at 1:00, and the
following
Wednesday @ 6:30 p.m.
Hands-on format.
Bring your embroidery machine to Club
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SOFTWARE CLUB
Meets every other month on the second Friday at 1:00, and the following
Wednesday @ 6:30 p.m.
Software Club meets in Jan, Mar, May.
Demonstration format. Bring a laptop if you have one.
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SERGER CLUB
Meets monthly on the third Friday of the month at 1:00, and the
following
Wednesday @ 6:30 p.m.
Hands-on format.
Bring your serger to Club.
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