CLASSES | Stitch x Stitch Stowmarket

Workshops and Events

MAY ~ OCTOBER 2019

BOOKING TERMS: Your place is secured on a class only when a deposit is paid. Bookings are accepted by email, phone, Facebook or in person. Once a booking is made, payment of a deposit should be received within 7 days. The balance is payable on the day of the class.

PLEASE CHECK OUR CANCELLATION POLICY BELOW

STITCH X STITCH, 24 BURY STREET, STOWMARKET, SUFFOLK, IP14 1HH

01449 257070

Website: www.stitchxstitch.co.uk

Email: hello@stitchxstitch.co.uk

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“ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS”

If you have always wanted to “sew something” but don’t know where to begin or don’t have a sewing machine – these classes are for you! If you don't have a sewing machine, don't worry - its FREE to use one of ours for the day.

Also a great class to get you going if you have a sewing machine but it is still in its box!!! Bring yours along and we'll get you on your way.

We have Absolute Beginners classes for dressmaking and general sewing leading on to patchwork & quilting.

ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS: MACHINE BASICS & DRESSMAKING

Make an Summer Origami Shrug with Elaine & Cathy

SATURDAY 10TH AUGUST 2019 ~ 10.00am-3.30pm

£40.00 (£20 deposit)

Get to grips with your sewing machine. In this class you will learn the basics of your machine and the basic fundamentals of dressmaking. You will put these newly acquired skills into pratice and make a super summer origami shrug . If you don't have a machine but have always wanted to learn to sew, you can borrow one of our machines for the class for FREE.

QUILT~AS~YOU~GO STAR SAMPLER COURSE

FULLY BOOKED ~ NEW COURSE STARTING AUTUMN 2019

~ 12 SESSIONS WITH ELAINE SPRINGHAM ~

DATES: Saturdays ~ 6th April, 27th April, 4th May, 25th May, 8th June, 22nd June, 6th July, 20th July, 3rd August, 17th August, 31st August and 14th September

Challenge yourself and give yourself a project to challenge you in 2019. Imagine this stunning, large Star Sampler Quilt on your bed. Join Elaine (No.2) Saturdays starting 6th April (all dates listed above). You will learn new techniques at each session and how to quilt each block as you complete it, so there’s no worry of how on earth you quilt your quilt on your regular sewing machine. Very affordable way to learn and make a quilt ~ £20 per session. Sessions will be 10.00am to 3.30pm. There will be some blocks given for homework along the way. Not suitable for absolute beginners but a great quilt project for those who know the basics in patchwork (ie. how to use a rotary cutter, board and ruler).

£20 PER SESSION (Payable on the day of each session) ~ £20 DEPOSIT SECURES YOUR PLACE ~ PLACES LIMITED TO 6.

CAN'T MAKE THESE DATES BUT WOULD LIKE TO DO THIS QUILT NEXT TIME AROUND!! Get in touch to put your name on our reserve list as we will run this course again is there is demand.

Thursday 14th June "MINI TUFFET PINCUSHIONS with Chrissie

10.00am~1.30pm

£25.00 (£10 deposit)

Join Chrissy for this mini project workshop to make a square or round mini tuffet pincushion. If you are wanting to get the feel for making tuffets before embarking on a bigger project, this class is ideal. Also a great gift for a sewing relative or friend.

Friday 14th June "SKIRT OR TROUSERS "IN~A~DAY" with Cathy

10.00am~3.30pm

£45.00 (£20 deposit) Pattern to keep included in class fee

GREAT BEGINNERS CLASS. Learn to make your own garments. A summer skirt or pair of trousers is a great place to start. Join Cathy and she will guide you through from start to finish and let you in on some of her tricks and tips along the way.

Saturday 15th June "MARY QUANT 60'S INSPIRED DRESS" with Chrissy

10.00am~4.00pm

£45.00 (£20 deposit)

Chrissy was one of the pattern testers for this easy-to-use sewing pattern, designed exclusively for the V&A by Alice & Co Patterns. The design includes two neckline options, two pocket options, three collar finishes and two sleeve finishes - all inspired by Mary Quant's iconic designs. See Chrissy's version on display in the shop. Join Chrissy for the day and make your very own version of this iconic dress.

Tuesday 18th June "HUSQVARNA & PFAFF DEMO DAY" with Louise from VSM

FREE EVENT ~ BOOKING ADVISED

If you are looking to buy a new Husqvarna or Pfaff Sewing machine, Sewing & Embroidery machine or overlocker, come along today and meet Louise. Machine demonstrations will be available fromm 10.30am-3.30pm. There will be some great money-saving offers available on the day too. If you have previously purchased a Husqvarna or Pfaff machine from us and would like some help and advice to help you get the best out of your machine, you are welcome to come along too.

Friday 28th June "OWL & SEWING CAT ~ BROTHER EVENT" Times TBC

FREE EVENT ~ PERFECT FOR BEGINNERS TO SEWING

WE ARE THRILLED TO HAVE THE LOVELY TRACEY FROM OWL AND SEWING CAT joining us for the day on Friday 28th June. Come along to meet Tracey and join in our FREE and fun table runner class. Great for beginners and a wonderful opportunity to try out one of our fantastic Brother sewing machines. Contact us for more details. Tracey will be with us all day in store, running the workshops together with a variety of Owl & Sewing Cat patterns, great offers on Brother sewing machines and goody bags for all.

CLASS CANCELLATION POLICY

A full refund or transfer of your payment or deposit will be issued if you cancel a class giving more than 7 days' notice.

A 50% refund or transfer of your payment or deposit will be issued if you cancel a class up to 72 hours (3 days) before the class. If your place can be filled, then a full refund or transfer will be issued.

Any cancellations within 48 hours of the class will not be transferred or refunded.

We require a minimum of 4 bookings for a class to run. We reserve the right to cancel a class if we do not meet the minimum requirement. If this should occur, all paid class fees will be refunded or transferred.

PERSONAL “ONE-TO-ONE” TUITION

If you would rather learn in a “one-to-one” setting rather than in a group, we offer tuition on the following:

Sewing Machines

v Any make or model from basic mechanical machines up to top of the line embroidery machines and software.

v From the Beginning – threading and getting to grips with the basics

v Sewing Machine Refresher

v Beyond the Basics

Patchwork and Quilting

v Patchwork – the Basics

v Confidence with Cutting

v How to Quilt

v Binding a Quilt

Contact the shop and speak to Elaine for more information and to discuss your requirements.

*** BOOK OUR CLASSROOM FOR A SEWING DAY ***

Our classroom is available for private bookings. Book the day for a special occasion, birthday or just a sewing day with your friends ~ we can tailor a project for your group and include tuition and materials if required.

Call us for more details

OR BOOK A SEWING BIRTHDAY PARTY FOR YOUR CHILDREN AND THEIR FRIENDS IF THEY LOVE TO SEW (project and materials included)

“SEW IN LOVE”

by EDYTA SITAR OF LAUNDRY BASKET QUILTS

BLOCK OF THE MONTH

Finished size : 75" x 75"

Limited Spaces Available

This Block of the Month includes all fabric as shown to complete the "pieced" version of this quilt (includes binding but not backing or waddding)

Included:

Over 17 yards of Little Sweetheart fabric by Laundry Basket Quilts from Andover Fabrics to complete the quilt top and binding.

"Sew In Love" Book (ships with the first month)

REGISTRATION FEE: £25.00 - reserves your space and fabrics for the entire year

£25.00 per month for 11 months as each Block ships - first shipment September 2018 through to July 2019. You can collect your pack each month from the shop or have it posted out to you.

SHIPPING IS FREE WITHIN THE UK.

If you would like to be informed of workshops by email or you have any suggestions for the types of workshops you would like to do, please get in touch at:

hello@stitchxstitch.co.uk

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For more details or to book a place on any of our workshops and courses please don’t hesitate to email. Your place is secured by payment of a deposit – the balance is payable on the day of the workshop.

IF YOU HAVE ANY SUGGESTIONS FOR CLASSES WHICH YOU WOULD LIKE US TO DO – PLEASE DON’T HESITATE TO GET IN TOUCH WITH US.

STITCH X STITCH, 24 BURY STREET, STOWMARKET, SUFFOLK, IP14 1HH

01449 257070

www.stitchxstitch.co.uk