Our Biweekly Newsletter - 13 December 2017 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! |
|
|
Interweave Crochet Magazine |
|
|
We're in Interweave Crochet Magazine! In May of this year we took part in Love Across the USA. This was a community public art project started by Olek. Our billboard honoured one of Rochester's best-known women: Susan B. Anthony. The billboard hung on the side of our building entrance for about a month in the Susan B. Anthony Neighbourhood. |
|
|
We were thrilled to see not only our mural but also the mural of Harriet Tubman on the Schweinfurth Art Center in Auburn, New York. You too can get involved with the Love Across the USA Project by contacting them through their website! |
|
|
We were surrounded by friends, family, volunteers, and members of the community on Saturday, December 2nd. What a wonderful way to celebrate our 2 Year Anniversary! We had coffee, tea, snacks, and a SewGreen cake. Barbra Hoffman gave a lovely speech about our community, and gave us this beautiful picture of her mother Adele, which helps remind us just how much our lives really are stitched together through time, family, friends, and our community. |
|
|
From Beautiful Knit Tunics, to Crocheted Creatures, to Wearable art, there's something for everyone with our classes. BUT if one of our classes hasn't been offered in a while and you've been waiting for a specific one to take place again, please let us know by sending us an email, or give us a call. We'd also love to hear from you if you have any class suggestion, especially if it's something we haven't offered yet! |
|
|
Peggylee, on the left, working with a couple of her students in the Beautiful Knit Tunics class. They learned how to create an individual pattern, pick out a stretch-knit fabric, and used the serger to put it all together. They even used the cover stitch setting on the serger to finish up their tunics! |
|
|
A potted plant doll transformer was the inspiration for the Crochet Creatures class, and the Felt & Button Jewelry class is coming up in January! |
|
|
Notice! Some winter days in the Rochester area are just too dangerous for driving. Please watch our Facebook page, Instagram and Twitter accounts for announcements of shop closures. When in doubt? Please, choose to be safe! Thanks! |
|
|
Upcoming Classes & Events |
|
|
Crocheted Creatures with Joanna
Make interesting shapes using crochet like spirals, cones, spheres, and more. You’ll also use fiberfill to bring your creature creations to life!
Offered every Monday in December except for the 25tth
11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. or 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. Simple Gifts
Choose from a menu of simple gift ideas to make for your friends and family. We have projects suitable for ages 5 & up. This class is free of charge and we encourage all ages to re-capture the joys of a handmade holiday. This class is free of charge.
Offered Thurs, December 14, & 21
3:00 - 6:00 p.m. Measure Up! / Fit It!
Do you have clothing items that almost work, but not quite? Bring them in and we will assist you in getting a good fit by teaching you the art of alteration.
Offered Tue, December 19
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. or 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.
This class is also scheduled by appointment. To schedule, please call Georgia at the shop at 585-328-2642, or email info@sewgreenrochester.org. Shop Closed for Christmas - Monday, December 23rd & 25th! Magically Embellish Camp
A four day school-break camp for all ages 8 & up (8-10 years old with a trusted adult). Bring your hat, or jean jacket, your bag or some other fabric piece and use the incredible range of trims, buttons and fabrics to make it especially your own new creation. This is a great way to discover your inner designer while you improve both your hand and machine-sewing skills.
Offered Tuesday, December 26
10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Offered Wednesday, December 27
10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Offered Thursday, December 28
10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Offered Friday, December 29
10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. |
|
Shop Closed for New Years Day - Monday, January 1st! Sewing Machine 101/201 Make friends with a sewing machine in our shop, or bring yours from home. In Sewing Machine 101, we'll 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 Tuesday, January 9, & 23 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. or 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. Create with Josefina
Love working with Josefina? So do we. Come and create something with her! Offered every Thursday in January from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. Bring your ideas, join your creativity with hers, and make something new! Lounge/PJ Pants Part 1 & 2
Get cozy and warm with flannel this season! We’ll show you how to make a pair of high quality pj/lounge pants. The flannel is included in the price of class.
Offered Saturday, January 6, & 13
2:00 - 4:00 p.m. Felt and Button Jewelry with Joanna
Why not have those buttons you've been collecting on display in a pretty piece of handmade jewelry?! Learn how to design and make your own unique necklace or bracelet using felt and buttons. You can use our supplies from Scrappy Land or bring your own.
Offered Monday, January 8, & 15
11:00 a.m. to 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 Tuesday, January 9
11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. or 4:00 - 6:00 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. ----------- Scholarships are always available for each of our classes! |
|
|
Our back room is overflowing with your generous donations. Thank you! However, until we have the chaos organized, we are limiting donations deliveries to Tuesdays 2 to 6 p.m., Fridays 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., and Saturdays 1 to 3 p.m. Thanks for your patience and understanding. |
|
|
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! |
|
|
Unless otherwise noted above, our shop is open Mon - Fri, 11 a.m - 6 p.m. and Sat, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
|
|
|
|
