Notions/25July2018 - 25 July 2018 Check out what we've been up to so far this month & what's coming up next!

Our Biweekly Newsletter -  25 July 2018
Check out what we've been up to so far this month & what's coming up next!

Thank you for visiting the shop and for bringing along your friends!

Fashion Camp Success!

It's a wrap!  Our Fearless Fashion Camp finished up last week.  Students worked hard on their designs for a full two weeks and have fantastic projects to showcase!

Great job everyone!  We hope you continue with this craft and share your sewing experiences with us along the way!

SewGreen at the Market

SewGreen@Rochester will be at the Westside Farmers Market on Tuesday, August 28th from 4:00 - 7:00 p.m.  We'll have some fun activities for everyone so be sure to stop by and say hi!

At the market, you'll find a large selection of fresh local produce, various vendors, live music, and much more!  Please visit their website for more information.  Oh, and don't forget to bring a reusable shopping bag or two!

Summer Sale!

We're having a 25% off sale starting this Saturday, July 28th and continues through to Friday, August 3rd!

This also includes sewing machines in cabinets but not portable sewing machines or sergers.  So start your supply list and get your reusable shopping bags ready for this terrific sale!  Oh, and by the way if you didn't already know, we have Air Conditioning!

Felted Bird Class

Learn how to make these adorable little felted birds in the Felted Bird class coming up on Saturday, August 11th from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.  This class is for ages 8 & up!

More Summer Projects!

We absolutely love seeing what everyone creates with materials from SewGreen and we love sharing them with you on our newsletter!  Share your photos with us by sending us an email to sewgreenrochester@gmail.com

Karen took the Mini Macramé Wall Hanging class at  SewGreen@Rochester and continued to build her skills!  She sent us this lovely picture of her latest creation.  Amazing!
 
Don't forget that we have our Mini Macramé class coming up on Monday, August 6th & 13th from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. or 3:30 - 5:30 p.m.  Attend one or come as you're able.  Beginner friendly!

Joanna purchased this giant pillow form at SewGreen and machine knitted this cozy striped cover!  She added a wooden toggle closure, which was also purchased at the shop.
 
Thanks again for sharing your inspiring project pictures with us!

Upcoming Classes & Events

Hand-tied Prayer Beads
Did you know that regular contemplative prayer and meditation can change your brain? Researchers are still figuring out how, but the benefits are good! Join us as we use nylon cording to create a couple different varieties of prayer/meditation beads. Suitable for any faith, stringed beads make excellent tools for centering and meditative practices.
Offered Saturday, July 28
2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
 
Circular Weaving
Woven wall hangings are popular again!  Learn how weave and create a unique fiber art piece with circular weaving.
Attend both weekly sessions, or come as you are able.  $10/2-hour class.
Offered Monday, July 30
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. or 3:30 - 5:30 p.m.
 
Beautiful Hems by Hand or Machine
This class will feature hand and machine techniques for the perfect finish for your new or ready-made garments. 
Offered Tuesday, July 31
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. or 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.
 
Sewing Machine 101/201
Make friends with a sewing machine in our shop, or bring yours from home. We will take you through the basics of machine operation and safety, and guide you toward sewing a project.
In Sewing Machine 201, build on the skills you've gained in Sewing Machine 101. Is there a sewing project that interests you, or that you want to complete? How can your newly-gained sewing machine skills help you achieve that goal? This is the place and time to learn!
These classes are great for ages 10 & up (or younger with an adult present).
Prerequisite: Sewing Machine 101
Offered Saturday, August 4
2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Offered Tuesday, August 14
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. or 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.
 
Serger 101/201
Sergers can be a little intimidating but they are great sewing tools once you understand how to use and adjust them to suit your project!  In the 101 class, learn the basics of threading and tension.  For Serger 201, you've learned the basics but want to go further!  Bring your serger, or sit down at the shop sergers.  If you bring your own, don't forget your serger's manual and all its feet, too!
Offered Saturday, August 18
2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Offered Tuesday, August 21
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. or 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.

Mini Macramé Wall Hanging
Create your own unique mini macramé wall hanging!  You'll learn how to use different types of knotting techniques such as square knots and half hitches, to make your fiber art piece.  Bring any yarn you'd like to work with or use what we have available in Scrappy Land!
Attend both weekly sessions, or come as you are able.  $10/2-hour class.
Offered over two Mondays, August 6, & 13
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. or 3:30 - 5:30 p.m.
 
Machine Buttonholes
Scared to tackle a project because of the buttonholes?  We'll show you how to get set up and get closure for your garment.  If you have a machine with a buttonhole foot, feel free to bring it along with your manual.  Or you can use our machines at the shop.
Offered Tuesday, August 7th
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. or 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Offered Saturday, August 25th
2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
 
Crochet Sewing Machine Doily
This little doily is for your sewing machine spool pin, which holds your thread.  On this spool pin there's usually just a small round piece of felt.  In this class you'll learn how to make your own fun and functional piece for your machine!
Offered Monday, August 20th
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. or 3:30 - 5:30 p.m.
 
SewGreen at the Westside Farmers Market
SewGreen@Rochester will be at the Westside Farmers Market on Tuesday, August 28th from 4:00 - 7:00 p.m.  We'll have some fun activities for everyone so be sure to stop by and say hi!
For more information visit - www.westsidemarketrochester.com

Unless otherwise noted, our two-hour classes are $10 each.
Sign up for our classes in advance by calling 585-328-2642 or emailing info@sewgreenrochester.org.
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Scholarships are always available for each of our classes!

Thank you for your generous donations!  We accept donation deliveries on Tuesdays 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.  Fridays 11am to 2:00 p.m. and Saturdays 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Remember...
Every Saturday is Scrappy Saturday! Our small scrappy bags stuffed with scraps and rolls of fabric and/or unmarked balls of yarn are only $1 all day (regularly $3 on weekdays). Bring your own grocery-sized tote and stuff it full for only $5 (regularly $10). Stop by and fill a bag this Saturday, and every Saturday!

Click here for our complete Class, Camp & Program Schedule

Unless otherwise noted above, our shop is open Mon-Thurs, 11 a.m - 6 p.m. & Fri-Sat, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.