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.

​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!

​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.

​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.

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
​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.

​​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)

​​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.