Notions/17Oct2018 - 17 October 2018 Check out what we've been up to so far this month & what's coming up next!

Our Biweekly Newsletter -  17 October 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!

SewGreen @ the Maker Faire

SewGreen@Rochester will be at the Student STEAM Fest on Friday, November 16, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and at the Rochester Maker Faire on Saturday, November 17th from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.  We'll have six electric and two treadle sewing machines for you to try, which means we'll have room for eight participants at a time!  We'll have beginner projects as well as more advanced hand puppet projects.  There will be a time slot sign up sheet so be sure to stop by, say hi and sign up to sew!  Both events are located at The Rochester Riverside Convention Center, 123  E Main St, Rochester, NY 14604

Fun Classes!

We've got some fun classes coming up for the rest of October!  Please check our full class schedule online or stop by and pick up a calendar.
 
The theme for our FREE Kids' Club this Saturday, October 20th is creating a Trick or Treat Bag, and on Saturday, October 27th, is making a Fabric Book Cover!

Two crochet class opportunities are coming up in the next couple of Mondays!  On Monday, October 22nd we have a Learn to Crochet class and on Monday, October 29th there's a crochet class on making Maple Leaf Coasters.

Learn how to Work with Commercial Patterns next week on Tuesday, October 23rd from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. or 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.  You can bring your own sewing patterns or choose from our selection of vintage and modern patterns!

Sign up for these or any of our other upcoming classes by sending us an email, giving us a call or by stopping in to sign up in person!

Productive Projects

We have even more awesome project photos for you to see!  Thank you for sharing with us and we look forward seeing what else you make with materials from SewGreen!

Since this summer, Elesa makes pillowcases in her spare time and then donates them to a foundation called Ryan's Case for Smiles.  She was able to find all of this super cute fabric here at our store!  Great work and great foundation!

The two cardigans in the above pictures are made with fabric Shawnice purchased from SewGreen.  Lovely job, they look super cozy and warm!
 
Thank you all again for sending us photos!  If you'd like to share your pictures with us, please send an email to sewgreenrochester@gmail.com

Upcoming Classes & Events

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, October 20th
2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
 
Learn to Crochet
Have you always wanted to learn how to crochet?  Now's your chance!  Join us at the shop and learn the basics of crocheting, and more!
​Offered Monday, October 22
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. or 3:30 - 5:30 p.m.
 
Working with Commercial Patterns
You've bought a sewing pattern, and opened the package. What's with all the tissue paper inside? We can teach you what to do with your pattern materials, and how to adjust it to fit you just right. 
Students may benefit from taking our Measure Up! class first.
Offered Tuesday, October 23
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. or 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Offered Saturday, November 24
2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
 
Crochet Maple Leaf Coasters
These cute little crocheted coasters are a perfect quick craft for fall!  Make some for yourself or as a gift for someone.  You'll learn how to chain, slip stitch, single, double, and triple crochet!
Offered Monday, October 29
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. or 3:30 - 5:30 p.m.
 
Working with Dress Forms
Learn how padding a dress form can help you put together outfits and understand the fit of your clothing.
Professional measurements will be included. 
Offered Tuesday, October 30
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. or 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.
 
Quilting Paper Piecing
This particular style of quilting has been a favorite of many!  Paper piecing is sewing a series of straight lines with fabric directly on paper to make interesting angles, shapes and more!  Come join us and learn the wonderful art-form of Foundation Paper Piecing!
Offered Saturday, November 3
2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
 
Hairpin Lace Scarf or Cowl
Learn how to use the hairpin lace loom with Joanna!  This was said to be invented in the 16th century by Catherine of Aragon.  You’ll see how to use yarn to make strips of this lace as well as how to piece them together.
Offered Monday, November 5
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. or 3:30 - 5:30 p.m.
 
Creative Serging
Pin-tucking, faux cording, flat-locking, differential feed know-how with stretch fabrics from Mara Hoffman, and the guest appearance of a cover-stitch machine for you to test-drive.  What's not to love?
Offered Tuesday, November 6
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, November 10th
2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Offered Tuesday, November 20th
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. or 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.
 
Easy Crochet Hand Warmers
Keep your hands cozy with a pair of crochet hand warmers!  This pattern is beginner friendly and can be easily adjusted for just the right fit.  Make some for yourself or as a gift!
Offered Monday, November 12
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. or 3:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Offered Monday, November 19
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. or 3:30 - 5:30 p.m.
 
Fun with Sewing Machine Feet
Learning to use more feet extends your ability to do fine creative work with your sewing machine.  We will start with the basics- the zipper/cord foot and the blind-hemming foot- and work through as many new feet as we can master!
Offered Tuesday, November 13
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. or 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
 
STEAM Fest and Maker Faire
SewGreen@Rochester will have six electric and two treadle sewing machines for you to try.  There will be a time slot sign up sheet so be sure to stop by say hi and sign up to sew!
Student STEAM Fest
Friday, November 16
9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
The Rochester Maker Faire
Saturday, November 17
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
The Rochester Riverside Convention Center, 123  E Main St, Rochester, NY 14604
 
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!
Offered Monday, November 26
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. or 3:30 - 5:30 p.m.
 
Make Do and Mend
Got a worn out zipper?  A hole in your favorite jeans?  A missing button?  A ripped seam?  Bring them in and we'll teach you how to fix all of these and more.  All by yourself!  Come learn basic mending skills with us!
Offered Tuesday, November 27
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. or 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.

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!

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