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​Teen Time Camp

Description: Bring whatever sewing project you want to work on (a bag, a garment, a stuffie, etc.), and we will guide you as you sew, helping you with any techniques or problems with which you might be struggling.

Date/Time: Mon-Fri, August 10-14, 1:30-4:30
Class Fee: $150 plus supplies. 10% discount on supplies
Level: Level 3 camp. Requires two previous camps or SFSG attendance.
Ages: 12-18 years old

Beginner Quilting Camp

Description: Choose your favorite colors & prints for your first quilt. Super easy & super fun! You'll have your own cozy throw when you're done.

Date/Time: Mon-Fri, August 10-14, 10:00-1:00
Class Fee: $165 plus supplies. 10% discount on supplies
Level: Level 3 camp. Requires two previous camps or one camp plus SFSG attendance.
Ages: 10-18 years old

Stitchin' For The Kitchen Camp

Description: Cooking & baking are even more fun when you wear your me-made apron & use your oven mitt & potholder. A snack bowl & soup bowl cozy will complete the set.

Date/Time: Mon-Fri, August 3-7, 1:30-4:30
Class Fee: $165 plus supplies. 10% discount on supplies
Level:
Level 1 camp. Suitable for beginners.
Ages: 8-18 years old

​Make Your Own Puppy Dog Camp

Description: Sew your own puppy dog stuffie using fabric of your choice, then make a comfy bed for your new pet. A cute collar & kerchief will be optional projects if time allows.

Date/Time: Mon-Fri, August 3-7, 10:00-1:00
Class Fee: $165 plus supplies. 10% discount on supplies
Level: Level 1 camp. Suitable for beginners.
Ages: 8-18 years old

Embroidered T-Shirt Camp

Description: Use a commercial sewing pattern to make a custom fitted t-shirt for yourself using knit fabric, then embroider it with a design of your choice.  An elasticated headband will be an optional project if time allows.

Date/Time: Mon-Fri, July 20-24, 1:30-4:30
Class Fee: $165 plus supplies. 10% discount on supplies
Level: Level 2 camp.
Requires previous camp or SFSG attendance.
Ages: 10-18 years old

American Girl Doll Bedroom Camp

Description: Your American Girl doll will love the bedroom set you make for her: bedspread & pillow, bean bag chair, and nightgown!

Date/Time: Mon-Fri, July 20-24, 10:00-1:00
Class Fee: $165 plus supplies. 10% discount on supplies
Level:
Level 1 camp. Suitable for beginners.
Ages: 8-18 years old

Beach Bash Camp

Description: A beach cover-up & sun hat are must-have accessories for your trip to the beach. A matching tote bag will complete your outfit.

Date/Time: Mon-Fri, July 6-10, 1:30-4:30
Class Fee: $165 plus supplies. 10% discount on supplies
Level:
Level 1 camp. Suitable for beginners.
Ages: 8-18 years old

Make Your Own Unicorn Camp

Description: Go full glitter & rainbow colors when you choose special fabrics to make your own fantastic unicorn!

Date/Time: Mon-Fri, July 6-10, 10:00-1:00
Class Fee: $165 plus supplies. 10% discount on supplies
Level:
Level 1 camp. Suitable for beginners.
Ages: 9-18 years old

PJ Pants Camp

Description: Learn to use a commercial sewing pattern to make your own cotton or flannel pajama pants, plus a pocket pillow in 3 coordinating fabrics.  A drawstring bag will be the optional project if time allows.

Date/Time: Mon-Fri, June 15-19, 10:00-1:00
Class Fee: $165 plus supplies. 10% discount on supplies
Level: Level 1 camp. Suitable for beginners.
Ages: 8-18 years old

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​Ragtime is participating in the
All Blue Ridge Shop Hop
during May & June!

Click here for full details about passports, prizes & participating stores.


Swing by soon & pick up your Shop Hop magazine!
Beginning Quilting
​Skill Level:  Beginner
Cost:  $55
When: Wednesdays, March 18, 25 and April 8, 15, 22
1:00-3:00 with Kathy


Dip your toe into this historic & traditional art with a beginner-friendly quilt top pattern. We will sew strips of fabric together & cut into blocks, assemble the blocks for the top, and put together the quilt "sandwich" (top, backing fabric & batting in between).  To finish, we'll stitch or tie the layers together before attaching binding to the edges. You will have a choice to make a "throw" size (approximately 70" by 70") or a "baby" size (about 45" square).
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Supplies not included.  Please visit Ragtime prior to the day of class to purchase your fabric, thread, & batting as well as any sewing tools you might need.  10% discount for all supplies for classes.
​Corin Top
​Skill Level:  Beginner
Cost:  $39
When: Two Wednesdays, Feb. 18 &  Feb. 25
4:00-7:00 with Kathy


The Corin Top is a drapey drop shoulder top with a round neckline. Two sleeve options (ruffled cap or 3/4 length) & an optional gathered elastic detail at front & back add interest & shaping. Kathy will help you with sizing & fitting to customize this flattering, stylish top to your measurements. Get ahead on your spring wardrobe with this interesting Grainline pattern. It's so easy that you'll want to make more than one. Two inclusive size ranges (0-14 B-cup & 14-32 D-cup)

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Supplies not included.  Please visit Ragtime prior to the day of class to purchase your fabric, thread, elastic & pattern as well as any sewing tools you might need.  10% discount for all supplies for classes.
 Embroidered Tote Bag
​Skill Level:  Beginner
Cost:  $39
When: Saturday, February 14,
10:00-12:00 with Kathy


​Come play around with machine embroidery & go home with a reusable tote bag! Choose a design from the many we have available & stitch it on a blank canvas, then serge the side seams & the bottom.

All supplies (bag, embroidery thread & stabilizer) as well as embroidery & serger machines included.  Lots of fun . . . like painting with thread! 
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​​Sew Your Own Kitty Cat
When:  Thursday, September 25, 12:00-4:00
​Skill Level:  Beginner
Instructor:  Kathy
Cost:  $39


This kids' camp was so popular this summer that we ran two sessions & even had adults saying they'd like to do it.  Here's your chance! Sew your own kitty cat stuffie using fabric of your choice, then make a comfy bed for your new pet.  This kitten is hypoallergenic, lol! 

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Supplies not included.  Please visit Ragtime prior to the day of class to purchase your fabric & notions as well as any sewing tools you might need.  10% discount for all supplies for classes.
Zipper Tips
When:  Monday, February 23, 12:00-4:00
​Skill Level:  Beginner
Instructor:  Kathy
Cost:  $39


Do zippers scare you?  Take this class and lose your fear!  Kathy will demonstrate 3 different zipper applications (centered zipper, lapped zipper, and invisible zipper) one by one, and you will try each.  You'll go home with your three zipper samples and a hand-out explaining  how to do each one.

​​​​Supplies not included.  Please visit Ragtime prior to the day of class to purchase your fabric, thread, zippers, etc., as well as any sewing tools you might need.  10% discount for all supplies for classes.

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Serger Tips & Techniques, Part 1
When:  Saturday, April 26, 10:00-1:00
​Skill Level:  Beginner
Instructor:  Sylvia
Cost:  $39


Are you afraid of your 4-thread serger?  Come to this class and lose your fear!  Sylvia will cover the basic 2, 3, and 4 thread stitches in this class.  She will walk you through the adjustments for each and you'll make samples for each with attached cards listing the settings on your machine.  Bring your own machine or use one of ours by prior arrangement.  All supplies included except serger thread.
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Serger Tips & Techniques, Part 2
When:  Wednesday, April 23, 10:00-1:00
​Skill Level:  Beginner
Instructor:  Sylvia
Cost:  $39


In this class, you'll learn serger techniques that you can do with your 8-thread serger:  cover stitch, chain stitch, and more!  Sylvia will walk you through the adjustments for each and you'll make samples for each with attached cards listing the settings on your machine.  Bring your own machine or use one of ours by prior arrangement.  All supplies included except serger thread.
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The Perfect T-Shirt
​Skill Level:  Beginner
Cost:  $49
When: Saturday, April 25
​9:30-4:30 with Kathy


This is a t-shirt pattern unlike any you have ever tried before.  It's made for a "real" woman and addresses the most common fitting issues we face: high round back, forward shoulder, and full hip and bust.  This pattern customizes to a good fit through the shoulder and neck areas.  Design details include an "essence of waist," flattering shirt-tail hemline, 3 neckline choices, and 4 sleeve length options.  We will include a full bust adjustment if needed.  You'll go home with a t-shirt customized to your figure and a pattern you can use over and over again!

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Supplies not included.  Please visit Ragtime prior to the day of class to purchase your fabric, thread & pattern as well as any sewing tools you might need.  10% discount for all supplies for classes.
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Exploring Binding Techniques
When:  Thursday, May 29, 4:00-7:00
​Skill Level:  Beginner
Instructor:  Kathy
Cost:  $39


Whether you're finishing a quilt or a sleeveless blouse, you will need to decide on a technique you'll use to bind the edges.  Come to this class to explore the options.  We will "learn and do" several different ways to bind fabric edges on quilts and on garments, using both commercially packaged and self-made binding strips.  You'll go home with samples you've made and a hand-out explaining how to do each one.
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​Upcycled Jeans Bag
When:  Saturday, May 31, 10:00-4:00
​Skill Level:  Beginner
Instructor:  Kathy
Cost:  $49


Got a pair of worn or too small/large jeans?  Make a bag!  A nice-looking, lined bag with a back pocket!  Or use new denim, corduroy or upholstery fabric.  This is a fun, one-day project that makes a great gift or a treat for yourself. 

​And no hardware to mess with . . . just fabric and thread!
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​Sew an Embroidered Machine Cover
When:  Thursday, May 22, 10:00-4:00
​Skill Level:  Beginner
Instructor:  Kathy
Cost:  $39


Join us for this creative class when we will design, embroider and sew a dust cover that fits your machine or serger.  Use those decorative stitches on your machine or one of our classroom machines for fun pops of color coordinated to the print fabric of your choice.  Accessory pockets on the outside are optional.
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​Serger Tips & Techniques, Part 2
When:  May 14, 10:00-1:00
​Skill Level:  Beginner
Instructor:  Sylvia
Cost:  $39


In this class, you'll learn serger techniques that you can do with your 8-thread serger:  cover stitch, chain stitch, and more!  Sylvia will walk you through the adjustments for each and you'll make samples for each with attached cards listing the settings on your machine.  Bring your own machine or use one of ours by prior arrangement.  All supplies included except serger thread.
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Learn To Sew More
When:  Thursday, May 22, 4:00-7:00
​Skill Level:  Beginner
Instructor:  Sylvia
Cost:  $39


Have you taken Learn To Sew, made your pajama pants, and are ready for your next garment project?  Bring any garment project you're working on, and Sylvia will guide you through the process.  She can help you start by using measurements to choose pattern size, laying out the pattern pieces on the fabric, and cutting.  Or if you're in the middle of a project and stuck on something, she can help you problem solve and/or teach you techniques needed to accomplish next steps.  Fitting issues can be addressed along with finishing choices and techniques.  ​
​August 11-15, 1:30-4:30
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Camp: Sew Your Own Dragon
Instructor: Sylvia
Ages: 8-18, no sewing experience required
Price: $150 for 15 hours of instruction & fun

Here's your chance to play with some amazing costuming fabrics as you construct your very own fabulous, fire-breathing dragon with wings!
​​July 21-25, 10:00-1:00
Camp: Make a Custom Backpack
Instructor: Kathy
Ages: 10-18, previous camp experience required
Price: $150 for 15 hours of instruction & fun

Choose your own fabrics to make a unique backpack with pockets and an optional zippered accessory case if time allows.  Your friends at school will be way impressed!
​July 21-25, 1:30-4:30
Camp: Pillow Party
Instructor: Sylvia
Ages: 8-18, no sewing experience required
Price: $150 for 15 hours of instruction & fun

On the comfy meter, this camp hits a 10!  Make a big floor pillow, an embroidered decorative pillow, and a t-shirt pillow to save your favorite t-shirt forever.
​June 23-27, 10:00-1:00
Camp: PJ Party
Instructor: Sylvia
Ages: 8-18, no sewing experience required
Price: $150 for 15 hours of instruction & fun

Learn to use a commercial sewing pattern to make your own cotton or flannel pajama pants, plus a pocket pillow in 3 coordinating fabrics.  A drawstring bag will be the optional project if time allows.
​Machine Home Maintenance
When:  Monday, June 2, 12:30-2:00
​Skill Level:  Beginner
Instructor:  Sarah
Cost:  $20


Prolong the life of your sewing machine and serger, and avoid costly repairs, by learning simple techniques to keep debris, fuzz, dust and thread ends from clogging the area under the needle plate.  Sarah will guide you through this easy procedure using a few basic tools.  A healthy machine makes for a happy sewer!
​Pleated Back Flowy Tee
When:  Saturday, June 21, 10:00-4:00
​Skill Level:  Beginner
Instructor:  Sylvia
Cost:  $49


This will be your new favorite go-to top!  Casual and polished at the same time and perfect to throw on over jeans or capri pants.  Tunic length with a slightly longer back, it will hide a multitude of fluff!  The front has a nicely semi-fitted look, but the back is what sets this top apart, with its box pleat and slightly curved low back yoke.  Choose between two necklines and several sleeve lengths for a custom look.

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​Supplies not included.  Please visit Ragtime prior to the day of class to purchase your fabric, thread, elastic & pattern as well as any sewing tools you might need.  10% discount for all supplies for classes.
​​​July 7-11, 10:00-1:00
Camp: Out of Town Outfit
Instructor: Kathy
Ages: 8-18, no sewing experience required
Price: $150 for 15 hours of instruction & fun

No matter what your plans this summer, you'll look great in the sun hat and tote bag you make in this class.  A gathered skirt or shorts will be an optional project if time allows.
​July 7-11, 1:30-4:30
Camp: American Girl Doll Beach Trip
Instructor: Sylvia
Ages: 8-18, no sewing experience required
Price: $150 for 15 hours of instruction & fun

Your American Girl doll will have a blast at the beach using her custom made bathing suit, beach bag, and towel. A beach Canopy will be an optional project if time allows.
​August 11-15, 10:00-1:00
Camp: Sew Your Own Kitty Cat
Instructor: Kathy
Ages: 10-18, no sewing experience required
Price: $150 for 15 hours of instruction & fun

Sew your own kitty cat stuffie using fabric of your choice, then make a comfy bed for your new pet. A toy mouse will be the optional project if time allows.
​The Perfect T-Shirt Dress Hack
When: Saturday, July 19, 9:30-4:00
​Skill Level:  Advanced Beginner
Instructor:  Kathy
Cost:  $49


Have you taken the Perfect T-Shirt class?  Since you already have a customized version of that pattern that fits you perfectly, bring it to class and learn how to extend it in an attractive A-line shape to make a comfortable, lightweight cotton t-shirt dress for the hot weather.  These dresses are like potato chips; you can't make just one!  Since you already have the pattern, all you need is fabric and thread.  (Stay tapes provided in class)

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​Supplies not included.  Please visit Ragtime prior to the day of class to purchase your fabric, thread, elastic & pattern as well as any sewing tools you might need.  10% discount for all supplies for classes.
​August 4-8, 10:00-1:00
Camp: Embroidered T-Shirt
Instructor: Kathy
Ages: 10-18, previous camp experience required
Price: $150 for 15 hours of instruction & fun

Use a commercial sewing pattern to make a custom fitted t-shirt for yourself using knit fabric, then embroider it with a design of your choice.  An elasticated headband will be an optional project if time allows.
​August 4-8, 1:30-4:30
Camp: Teen Time
Instructor: Sylvia
Ages: 12-18, previous camp experience required
Price: $150 for 15 hours of instruction & fun

Bring whatever sewing project you want to work on (a bag, a garment, a stuffie, etc.), and Sylvia will guide you as you sew, helping you with any techniques or problems with which you might be struggling.
Draped Front Cardigan
​Skill Level:  Beginner
Cost:  $49
When: Monday, March 9
10:00-4:00 with Sylvia


This asymmetrical cardigan with a ruched back neckline has flattering lines intended to make a woman with real curves look slim & stylish whether you wear it dressy or toss it on over jeans.  Perfect for cool spring days!  Make one in class & another at home with your customized pattern.

Supplies not included.  Please visit Ragtime prior to the day of class to purchase your fabric, thread & pattern as well as any sewing tools you might need.  10% discount for all supplies for classes.
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