** Enrollment status current as of Wednesday, July 1**
Need Fabric?
Before you go shopping for materials, stop by our Flickr page to see all of the beautiful fabric we have for sale at The Stitch Lab!!
*Adventures in Screen Printing* - NEW!
 Silkscreening seems mysterious and complicated, but it actually can be both simple and fun to make screens and print on fabric and paper. Students will learn to build their own screens and apply surfaces with paint, screen filler and photo emulsion, then use them to print custom images. Everyone will leave class with several screens to use and the skill to print successfully.
4 students per class,
four 4-hour classes or six 3-hour classes
$175 per student
Supply list provided upon enrollment
Fridays, August 7/14/21/28, 10:00 - 2:00 PM
THREE SPOTS OPEN - REGISTER NOW!
Sundays, August 9/16/23/30, 12:00 - 4:00 PM
THREE SPOTS OPEN - REGISTER NOW!
Mondays, September 7/14/21/28, 10:00 - 2:00 PM
THREE SPOTS OPEN - REGISTER NOW!
Mondays/Tuesdays/Wednesdays, October 5/6/7/12/13/14, 10:00 - 1:00 PM
FOUR SPOTS OPEN - REGISTER NOW!
*Anne Marie's Designer Bag Series*
Anne Marie Beard is a 5th generation Austinite and loves all things artistic. Her first sewing project was a tube top at age four. Many years later, she graduated from the University of Texas with a BA in Costume Design. Anne Marie now designs handbags, accessories and home decor items as an expression of her love of life and art. She uses vintage fabrics, findings and original designs to create limited edition wearable art. Anne Marie recently launched The Lone Star Ladies with her sister, Allison, and is producing The Lone Star Ladies Present: Shop Austin this coming April.
"Erin" Hobo Bag Class:
The Erin bag is a classic hobo shape with a zipper closure. This bag will add style to your everyday outfit. No hand sewing required!
Finished size: Bag: 9" h x 16" w, Handle: 1.5" w x 25" l
4 students per class,
one 3.5-hour class
$40 per student
Supply list provided upon enrollment
Intermediate to advanced sewing skill are required for this class. Please email if you have questions.
Friday, August 7, 6:30 - 10:00 PM
ONE SPOT OPEN - REGISTER NOW!
"Hazel" Bag Class:
The Hazel Bag is a small shoulder bag with a roomy interior and two large pockets. The contrasting side band and handles really set off her shape!
Finished size: Bag: 8" h x 9" w x 3" d, Handles: 3/4 " w x 25" l
4 students per class,
one 3.5-hour class
$40 per student
Supply list provided upon enrollment
Friday, August 21, 6:30 - 10:00 PM
THREE SPOTS OPEN - REGISTER NOW!
"Tiffany" Bag Class:
The Tiffany bag is a sleek shoulder bag with squared edges. Tiffany features two pockets and a magnetic snap closure. She is sure to add sass to your outfit!
Finished size: Bag: 10.5" h x 17" w Handles: 3/4" w x 25" l
4 students per class,
one 3.5-hour class
$40 per student
Supply list provided upon enrollment
Completion of Beginning I Sewing Series or equivalent required for this class. Please email if you have questions.
Sunday, July 12, 12:00 - 3:30 PM
TWO SPOTS OPEN - REGISTER NOW!
*AppliquÉ*
 Learn fresh, hip ways to embellish, adding graphic interest and texture to skirts, tops, jackets, totes and handbags. From the pages of the Anthropologie catalog to the coolest boutiques in town, appliqué is enjoying a renaissance. In this class you will learn several techniques for pucker-free easy appliqué and use them to embellish an item of clothing you’ve brought with you. Transform a thrift store skirt, give a plain denim jacket some personality or sweeten up a plain tee. Even better: appliqué something you made yourself!
4 students per class,
one 3.5-hour class
$40 per student
Supply list provided upon enrollment
Thursday, August 6, 6:30 - 10:00 PM
FULL -Please email info@glitzkrieg.biz to get your name on the wait list, or sign up for the next available class!
 *APRONS*
From the flour-dusted cotton bib aprons of our grandmothers to the crisp, smart printed Donna Reid variety to swanky, frilly & embellished cocktail aprons, we've been itchin' to stitch up some of these vintage delights!
Choose from five apron designs and customize to your tastes. You can go fun and frivolous or go fully functional with a chef's apron or kid's craft apron.
Leslie & Becky will rotate as the instructor for this class.
View our Flickr set of samples and of student creations!
3 students per class,
one 4-hour class
$40 per student
Supply list provided upon enrollment
Sunday, August 30, 4:30 - 8:30 PM
THREE SPOTS OPEN - REGISTER NOW!
Sunday, September 20, 4:30 - 8:30 PM
TWO SPOTS OPEN - REGISTER NOW!
*Artistic Embroidery* - NEW!
 Think outside the pattern! Students will learn classic embroidery stitches, then try their hand at various image transfer techniques to create designs on which to stitch. The result: a solid introduction to basic embroidery, one-of-a-kind hand-embroidered art pieces, and a new sense of creative confidence! This class is suitable for all levels of expertise.
4 students per class,
three 3.5-hour classes
$120 per student
Supply list provided upon enrollment
Wednesdays, August 5/12/19, 10:00 - 1:30 PM
FOUR SPOTS OPEN - REGISTER NOW!
*Beginner Crochet: The Granny Square!* - NEW!
 Granny Squares remind me of soft, colorful, tactile building blocks or Legos that can be hitched together to create so many great projects, such as afgans/throws, cute tops, pillows, bags and the beloved '70's Maude maxi-vest! In this class, you will learn basic crochet stitches, how to crochet in the round, and how to make a basic granny square. You will leave with the ability to finish a multitude of squares on your own and a pattern to help you put them all together to make something fabulous at home.
6 students per class,
one 3.5-hour class
$40 per student
Supply list provided upon enrollment
Sunday, September 13, 4:30 - 8:00 PM
FIVE SPOTS OPEN - REGISTER NOW!
Thursday, September 24, 11:00 - 2:30 PM
SIX SPOTS OPEN - REGISTER NOW!
Thursday, October 1, 11:00 - 2:30 PM
FIVE SPOTS OPEN - REGISTER NOW!
Sunday, October 25, 4:00 - 7:30 PM
SIX SPOTS OPEN - REGISTER NOW!
*BEGINNER KNITTING FOR KIDS* - NEW!
In this intro class you'll learn all the basics of knitting; including casting on, the knit stitch, binding off, and even how to do an easy little button hole! You will knit either an adorable wristband or ipod cozy, and you'll keep the pattern to make more at home or practice. Ages 8 and up.
5 students per class,
one 3-hour class
$45 per student
Supply list provided upon enrollment
Monday, July 13, 11:00 - 2:00 PM
THREE SPOTS OPEN - REGISTER NOW!
Monday, July 27, 11:00 - 2:00 PM
FIVE SPOTS OPEN - REGISTER NOW!
*BEGINNER SEWING FOR KIDS* - NEW!
 You will learn how to use a sewing machine, threading, basic stitches, and finish with a darling lined tote bag with a pocket. The first part of class will be all about practicing and then we'll dive in to the project. Please bring a snack for a short break. No experience necessary. Ages 8 and up.
4 students per class,
one 4-hour class
$50 per student
Supply list provided upon enrollment
Wednesday, July 15, 11:00 - 3:00 PM
TWO SPOTS OPEN - REGISTER NOW!
*BEGINNING I SERIES*
 For first time stitchers or those who need a refresher course.
In this class you will:
- Learn all the functions of your sewing machine or learn on one of mine
- Learn all basic machine skills and introduction to hand sewing skills
- Learn about fabrics, marking, pinning and cutting
- Students will complete a drawstring bag, square pillow, round pillow with zipper and a fourth project of either an elastic waist skirt, a simple handbag or a pillow with piping or other trim.
- View our Flickr set of some of our students' final class creations!
4 students per class,
Three 3.5-hour classes
$125 per student
Supply list provided upon enrollment
Classes full? Don't fret! Email to get on the wait list! We also love to listen to you and give you exactly what you want, so let us know what days/times work for you, and we'll try to accommodate that when scheduling! Just send an email to info@glitzkrieg.biz.
Tuesdays, July 7, 14 and 21, from 6:30 - 10:00 PM
FULL -Please email info@glitzkrieg.biz to get your name on the wait list,
or sign up for the next available class!
Saturdays, July 11, 18 and 25, from Noon - 3:30 PM
FULL -Please email info@glitzkrieg.biz to get your name on the wait list,
or sign up for the next available class!
Saturdays, July 11, 18 and 25, from 4:30 - 8:00 PM
FULL -Please email info@glitzkrieg.biz to get your name on the wait list,
or sign up for the next available class!
Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday (3 nights in a row!), July 27, 28 and 29,
from 6:30 - 10:00 PM
FULL -Please email info@glitzkrieg.biz to get your name on the wait list,
or sign up for the next available class!
Mondays, August 3/10/17, 6:30 - 10:00 PM
FULL -Please email info@glitzkrieg.biz to get your name on the wait list, or sign up for the next available class!
Wednesdays, August 5/12/19, 6:30 - 10:00 PM
FULL -Please email info@glitzkrieg.biz to get your name on the wait list, or sign up for the next available class!
Saturdays, August 8/15/22, 12:00 - 3:30 PM
FULL -Please email info@glitzkrieg.biz to get your name on the wait list, or sign up for the next available class!
Saturdays, August 8/15/22, 4:30 - 8:00 PM
FULL -Please email info@glitzkrieg.biz to get your name on the wait list, or sign up for the next available class!
Wednesdays, September 9/16/23, 6:30 - 10:00 PM
FULL -Please email info@glitzkrieg.biz to get your name on the wait list, or sign up for the next available class!
Fridays, September 18, 25 & October 2, 6:30 - 10:00 PM
TWO SPOTS OPEN - REGISTER NOW!
Saturdays, September 19, 26 & October 3, 5:00 - 8:30 PM
FOUR SPOTS OPEN - REGISTER NOW!
Tuesdays, September 22, 29 & October 6, 6:30 - 10:00 PM
FULL -Please email info@glitzkrieg.biz to get your name on the wait list, or sign up for the next available class!
Wednesdays, October 7/14/21, 6:30 - 10:00 PM
FOUR SPOTS OPEN - REGISTER NOW!
Mondays, October 12/19/26, 6:30 - 10:00 PM
ONE SPOT OPEN - REGISTER NOW!
Saturdays, October 17/24/31, 12:00 - 3:30 PM
THREE SPOTS OPEN - REGISTER NOW!
*Stitch Lab: The Crash Course!*
 In addition to our hugely popular Beginning I Sewing Series, we are now offering a super fun, informative and condensed, one-time crash course to get you on your way to stitching up a storm! You'll learn how to operate a sewing machine, basic stitches, sewing supplies, simple problem solving and the lingo to get you confidently sewing. You'll finish with a cute tote bag and a take-home pattern! We recommend bringing your own machine, if you own one, but rentals are available if you don't.
This class will be taught by our fabulous new Guest Instructor, Becky Joiner!
4 students per class,
one 3.5-hour class
$50 per student
Supply list provided upon enrollment
Sunday, July 12, 4:30 - 8:00 PM
FULL -Please email info@glitzkrieg.biz to get your name
on the wait list, or sign up for the next available class!
Sunday, July 19, 12:00 - 3:30 PM
FOUR SPOTS OPEN - REGISTER NOW!
Sunday, July 26, 12:00 - 3:30 PM
FOUR SPOTS OPEN - REGISTER NOW!
Monday, August 3, 11:00 - 2:30 PM
FOUR SPOTS OPEN - REGISTER NOW!
Thursday, August 13, 6:00 - 9:30 PM
FOUR SPOTS OPEN - REGISTER NOW!
 Sunday, August 23, 4:30 - 8:00 PM
FOUR SPOTS OPEN - REGISTER NOW!
Monday, August 24, 11:00 - 2:30 PM
FOUR SPOTS OPEN - REGISTER NOW!
Thursday, August 27, 6:00 - 9:30 PM
FOUR SPOTS OPEN - REGISTER NOW!
Monday, August 31, 6:00 - 9:30 PM
FOUR SPOTS OPEN - REGISTER NOW!
Friday, September 4, 6:00 - 9:30 PM
FOUR SPOTS OPEN - REGISTER NOW!
Saturday, September 26, 12:00 - 3:30 PM
FOUR SPOTS OPEN - REGISTER NOW!
Sunday, October 4, 12:00 - 3:30 PM
FOUR SPOTS OPEN - REGISTER NOW!
Saturday, October 10, 4:30 - 8:00 PM
FOUR SPOTS OPEN - REGISTER NOW!
*BEGINNING II SERIES*
 For students who have completed Beginning Sewing I, or those who would like to improve their sewing skills. The first class of this series meets in a fabric store and students will have guidance in pattern selection, fabric types and selection, sewing notions, gadgets and more. The remaining four classes will meet in Leslie's studio.
3 students per class
One (1) 3-hour class and four (4) 3.5-hour classes
$175 for series
Supplies list provided at enrollment
The first class in the series will meet at a fabric store from 6-9PM.
Students will vote for the most convenient fabric store location for first class.
Thursdays, July 2, from 6:00 - 9:00 PM (fabric store), and July 9/16/23/30, from 6:30 - 10:00 PM (studio)
FULL -Please email info@glitzkrieg.biz to get your name on the wait list, or sign up for the next available class!
Mondays, September 7, 6:00 - 9:00 PM (fabric store), and September 14/21/28 & October 5,
6:30 - 10:00 PM (studio)
FULL -Please email info@glitzkrieg.biz to get your name on the wait list, or sign up for the next available class!
* We won't be able to add more Beg. II's until November, so check out the new Dress of the Month or Skirt of the Month selections in the meantime!*
*Color 101* - NEW!
 Explore the color wheel, learn the fundamentals of color theory and color mixing through hands-on exercises, and make color work for you! Whether you’re an artist, designer, decorator, or simply an art lover, mastering color principles and vocabulary can add depth to your work, and change the way you see your everyday environment!
6 students per class,
three 4-hour classes
$120 per student
Supply list provided upon enrollment
Wednesdays, September 9/16/23, 9:00 - 1:00 PM
FIVE SPOTS OPEN - REGISTER NOW!
*Crafty Business Seminar* - NEW!
Jennifer Perkins is offering an incredible opportunity to learn from her own experiences in the craft business world, sharing valuable information in her Crafty Business Seminar designed to take your casual crafting or small craft business to the next level. This hugely popular seminar is divided into three sections: Start Up, Marketing and Taking It to the Next Level.
Starting Your Crafty Business Did you know you could have your own craft business up and running in under an hour? Signing up for Etsy is that easy. Or do you think a traditional website is the right angle for you? May take a little longer, but it is not a whole lot trickier. Once you have your business all set up the next steps are letting the world know, networking and making some sales. This class will you give the run down on getting started!
Marketing Your Crafty Business The success of your business is 40% what you make and 60% how you market it. Not yet signed up for Twitter? Don’t have a blog? Not swapping swag with other crafters? You could be missing out on easy, crucial and often free ways to promote your crafty business. Whether you knit booties or solder jewelry this class will help you understand the best avenues to market your small business. (Instructor: Jennifer)
Taking Your Crafty Business to the Next Level Things are running along smoothly with your small crafty business, but you want to know what else the world has to offer. How do people get product lines, book deals and TV shows? There is no secret formula, but Jennifer Perkins has experience in all three areas and will tell you what she knows.
10 students per class,
one 4-hour class
$125 per student
Supply list provided upon enrollment
Sunday, August 2, 12:00 - 4:00 PM
EIGHT SPOTS OPEN - REGISTER NOW!
Sunday, September 20, 12:00 - 4:00 PM
NINE SPOTS OPEN - REGISTER NOW!
*Darling Drawstring Dress*
 Yes... it's a dress... with a drawstring... and it's darling. Learn to make
this easy, cool, sheath-style dress with bias-bound edges in just
3 hours, start to finish!
4 students per class,
one 3-hour class
$40 per student
Supply list provided upon enrollment
Tuesday, July 7, 11:00 - 2:00 PM
THREE SPOTS OPEN - REGISTER NOW!
*Dress of the Month* - NEW!
We’re always on the prowl for dresses with high style and easy construction, so the freshest beginners and more advanced stitchers alike can leave class with that “check out my sweet new dress” swagger! No one needs to know how easy these are to make!
 3 students per class,
two 4-hour classes
$85 per student
Supply list provided upon enrollment
August Dress of the Month:
Summer Sun Dress, Vogue Pattern V7848
In this two-class series you will make a six-panel princess seamed close-fitting, A-line floor or knee length dress with halter or shoulder strap options and back zipper. Prerequisite: Beginning I or average sewing experience equivalent.
Tuesdays, August 18 & 25, 6:00 - 10:00 PM
FULL -Please email info@glitzkrieg.biz to get your name on the wait list, or sign up for the next available class!
September and October Dress of the Month coming soon!
*EARRINGS & BRACELETS*
 Leslie has been designing and selling unique and stylish jewelry for Austin boutiques for over 15 years. In this class you’ll learn easy techniques to make stunning chandeliers, dangles, hoops and just about any style of earrings you’d like to make. You can also make strung beaded bracelets with a variety of clasp options, memory wire bracelets or elastic cord bracelets. Choose from Leslie’s huge bead selection or bring your own. Tools provided in class. View our Flickr set of Earrings & Bracelets students in action!
6 students per class,
one 3-hour class
$25 per student
Supply list provided upon enrollment Tools provided in
class.
Monday, July 6, 6:30 - 9:30 PM
ONE SPOT OPEN - REGISTER NOW!
*Easy Screen & Stitch* - NEW!
In this class you will make a simple silkscreen, use it to print on fabric and make a stuffed toy, ornament, pillow or you can make a simple tote or skirt! You can also screen on ready-to-wear items you already have. You'll then have a screen to take home and print everything in sight!
4 students per class,
one 4-hour class
$45 per student (plus screen materials)
Supply list provided upon enrollment
Sunday, September 6, 4:30 - 8:30 PM
ONE SPOT OPEN - REGISTER NOW!
Sunday, September 13, 12:00 - 4:00 PM
THREE SPOTS OPEN - REGISTER NOW!
Tuesday, October 20, 6:00 - 10:00 PM
FOUR SPOTS OPEN - REGISTER NOW!
*Experiments in Creativity* - NEW!
Sometimes, standing in the middle of the art supply store, or looking at all the pretty fabric you’ve collected, all you can feel is overwhelmed. Where to begin? Too many choices! Out of ideas! Before you run screaming away from your artistic goals, stop and remember that this is what you and Andy Warhol have in common: every artist in history has been mired in that same muddy rut. In this workshop, we’ll take a sledgehammer to those creative blocks, using simple hands-on exercises with paint, paper and fabric to get past the fear and back to the fun. You’ll leave with direct, specific strategies to use when you feel stuck – and the encouragement and inspiration you need to get those creative fires burning again!
6 students per class,
three 4-hour classes
$120 per student
Supply list provided upon enrollment
Tuesdays, October 27, November 3 & November 10, 6:00 - 10:00 PM
FIVE SPOTS OPEN - REGISTER NOW!
*Fabulous reusable Grocery Bags* - NEW!
 "Paper or Plastic?" Neither, please! How about fabric!? These easy re-usable bags are as functional as they are stylin'. This is a great way to use up fabric you already have, or you can use old bedsheets, etc. and take the recycling one step further! You'll leave class with a finished bag and a pattern/instructions to make a zillion more!
4 students per class,
one 3.5-hour class
$40 per student
Supply list provided upon enrollment
Sunday, August 16, 4:30 - 8:00 PM
FULL -Please email info@glitzkrieg.biz to get your name
on the wait list, or sign up for the next available class!
Thursday, August 27, 11:00 - 2:30 PM
THREE SPOTS OPEN - REGISTER NOW!
Thursday, September 3, 11:00 - 2:30 PM
FOUR SPOTS OPEN - REGISTER NOW!
Thursday, October 15, 11:00 - 2:30 PM
FOUR SPOTS OPEN - REGISTER NOW!
*Fashion Illustration*
 Bring your best fashion and costume design ideas to life before sewing a stitch by learning to render them on the page. Using a variety of materials including watercolor, colored pencil, and marker students learn to draw with an emphasis on both figure and fashion drawing techniques. Gestures, poses, shapes, contours, and color will be covered along with rendering of various textures, prints, and fabrics. Students will finish with a beautiful portfolio piece. All skill levels welcome.
6 students per class,
six 3-hour classes
$160 per student
Supply list provided upon enrollment
Sundays, October 11, 18, 25 & November 1, 15, 22, from 12:00 - 3:00 PM
FIVE SPOTS OPEN - REGISTER NOW!
*Felt Fun for Grownups*
 Felt brings out the giddy kindergartner in all of us! The
vibrant colors, non-fraying easy to cut texture and endless possibilities
make it irresistible! Felt doesn't have to have that krazy kraft
feeling--it can be made into modern and sophisticated gifts and
accessories in the right hands! Bring your adult AND kid self to class
and
we'll make a variety of fun and fabulous felt projects including:
Barrettes and Hair Ties
Business Card Holders
Coasters
Small dolls and toys
Ornaments
Pins
Re-usable gift tags
Finger puppets
Baby booties
Tooth fairy pillows
You can use hand stitches, machine stitch or even hot glue!
No previous sewing experience required. Choose from many patterns or get
help making up your own adaptations. You can view our Felt Fun Flickr set to see samples and student creations!
4 students per class,
one 3.5-hour class
$40 per student
Supply list provided upon enrollment
Wednesday, July 1, 6:30 - 10:00 PM
ONE SPOT OPEN - REGISTER NOW!
Thursday, October 8, 6:30 - 10:00 PM
THREE SPOTS OPEN - REGISTER NOW!
*Half Circle Wrap Skirt* - NEW!
 Build a flirty (and simple) skirt to fit you based on your personal
measurements. This skirt has no zippers or buttons to mess with,
just a fitted waistband and nifty little tie at the side. You will build a
pattern based on your waist and length measurements and then cut
and sew a skirt made to fit you!
4 students per class,
one 3-hour class
$42 per student
Supply list provided upon enrollment
Tuesday, July 21, 11:00 - 2:00 PM
FULL -Please email info@glitzkrieg.biz to get your name
on the wait list, or sign up for the next available class!
Thursday, August 20, 6:30 - 9:30 PM
THREE SPOTS OPEN - REGISTER NOW!
*HAND BAGS AND TOTES*
 Love all the new handbags, but don't want what everyone else
is toting?
This one night class will send you home with a fun,
fabulous,
and functional handbag or tote of your unique design and creation. Just
get
used to the phrase "thanks, I made it!"
Students must have completed Beginning I or have good sewing
machine skills. Students will choose from 12 basic bag shapes with
patterns provided in class or can make simple alterations to the bag
patterns to customize. You can view our Handbags & Totes Flickr set to see samples and student creations!
There are more challenging patterns for a diaper bag tote, yoga mat bag and a messenger bag in the mix for those who have already completed a simpler bag.
Students bring own materials (list provided upon
enrollment).
4 students per class,
one 3.5-hour class
$40 per student
Supply list provided upon enrollment
Wednesday, July 15, 6:30 - 10:00 PM
FULL -Please email info@glitzkrieg.biz to get your name on the wait list, or sign up for the next available class!
Monday, August 24, 6:30 - 10:00 PM
TWO SPOTS OPEN - REGISTER NOW!
Tuesday, September 15, 6:30 - 10:00 PM
THREE SPOTS OPEN - REGISTER NOW!
*HAND EMBROIDERY with Rachel
*
 Hand embroidery is not only a fab way to add a touch of sass (or class!) to all kinds of items - from clothing, bags, etc. - but is also a great way to relax. If you're looking for an easy, affordable and portable craft - hand embroidery will be a perfect fit. You can go traditional or fancy, ironic or hysterical, and the number of images to stitch and items on which to stitch is limited only by your imagination.
This class introduces students to many traditional
embroidery
stitches using DMC floss. You'll learn how to transfer an image to linen (provided in the class) and will learn a handful of stitches that will have you whipping up fun items in no time. You'll also learn about all the tools of the trade, resources for finding images and transfers, various methods for transferring images and you'll get a list of online and print resources that will leave your inspired an itchin' to stitch. We LOVE Jenny
Hart's books and embroidery patterns. Browse her site before you come for additional inspiration and ideas.
 No previous sewing skills required. Students bring materials
to practice stitches in sampler form. You can view our Hand Embroidery Flickr set to see class samples and students' creations!
4 students per class,
one 3.5-hour class
$40 per student
Supply list provided upon enrollment
Tuesday, August 11, 6:30 - 10:00 PM
ONE SPOT OPEN - REGISTER NOW!
Wednesday, August 26, 6:30 - 10:00 PM
THREE SPOTS OPEN - REGISTER NOW!
Wednesday, September 2, 6:30 - 10:00 PM
FOUR SPOTS OPEN - REGISTER NOW!
Saturday, October 3, 12:00 - 3:30 PM
THREE SPOTS OPEN - REGISTER NOW!
Wednesday, October 28, 6:30 - 10:00 PM
FOUR SPOTS OPEN - REGISTER NOW!
*HEMMING AND BASIC ALTERATIONS*
 Tired of paying for simple alterations? This class will take the mystery out of hemming techniques on pants, cuffs, and skirts. Basic alterations such as tapering in side seams, adding darts for shaping and taking in waistbands will also be covered. Students will bring one item of clothing to be hemmed or altered and will learn various machine and hand-sewn methods.
4 students per class,
one 3.5-hour class
$40 per student
Supply list provided upon enrollment
Monday, July 20, 6:30 - 10:00 PM
FULL -Please email info@glitzkrieg.biz to get your name on the wait list, or sign up for the next available class!
*Jewelry Classes with Jennifer Perkins of The Naughty Secretary Club* - NEW!
Charm Bracelets & Earrings:
Learn the fundamentals of jewelry making while whipping up your own one of a kind charm bracelet & earrings! This fun and informative class will cover the basics of jewelry making like the difference between head and eye pins, wire wrapping, and how to open and close a jump ring. Class supplies include everything you need to make your charm bracelet! Jennifer will bring a suitcase full of her stash of new and vintage charms, beads and baubles for you to choose from. You will need flat and round nosed pliers as well as wire trimmers for this class. You will be able to buy a set from the instructor on day of class as well.
8 students per class,
one 3-hour class
$30 per student (plus a $20 materials fee, payable to the instructor)
Supply list provided upon enrollment
Friday, August 14, 6:30 - 9:30 PM
EIGHT SPOTS OPEN - REGISTER NOW!
Sunday, September 27, 12:30 - 3:30 PM
EIGHT SPOTS OPEN - REGISTER NOW!
Decoupage Jewelry:
Love what you see on the scrap booking aisle, but don't care a thing about it? Incorporate all the fun papers into your jewelry! In this class you will make a bangle bracelet, large disc earrings and necklace using paper and decoupage medium. Learn to look at pictures in magazines, junk mail, wrapping paper and more in a whole new way. Feel free to bring any paper you would like to class, but Jen will also bring a large stash of her collage curios like vintage wrapping paper, wall paper, book illustrations, old cards and more for you to choose from as well as jewelry supplies and decoupage medium.
8 students per class,
one 3-hour class
$30 per student (plus a $20 materials fee, payable to the instructor)
Supply list provided upon enrollment
Thursday, October 29, 6:30 - 9:30 PM
SIX SPOTS OPEN - REGISTER NOW!
Fabric Jewelry:
And you thought fabric was just for sewing. Oh no - it is for jewelry making too! In this class, we will talk about ways to use fabric in jewelry design. Each student will be able to make a ring, pony tail holder and two different bracelets! We will learn how to use a button covering kit, make a fabric quilting yo-yo and ribbon wrap a bangle bracelet. Not to mention lots of discussion throughout about incorporating in unusual elements like fabric into your jewelry design. Jennifer will bring a suitcase full of vintage and new fabric for you to use in your design.
8 students per class,
one 3-hour class
$30 per student (plus a $20 materials fee, payable to the instructor)
Supply list provided upon enrollment
Thursday, September 3, 6:30 - 9:30 PM
SEVEN SPOTS OPEN - REGISTER NOW!
Vintage Re-Vamped Jewelry:
Each student will be able to make their own necklace and matching pair of earrings learning how to use jewelry tools, string beads, basic wire wrapping and more. Jennifer will bring a suitcase full of vintage jewelry supplies for you to play with, but feel free to bring your own goodies as well.
8 students per class,
one 3-hour class
$30 per student (plus a $20 materials fee, payable to the instructor)
Supply list provided upon enrollment
Friday, August 28, 6:30 - 9:30 PM
EIGHT SPOTS OPEN - REGISTER NOW!
Sunday, October 11, 4:00 - 7:00 PM
SEVEN SPOTS OPEN - REGISTER NOW!
*Knit On!*
 Beginner Knitting Course!
In this series you will learn the basics of knitting while making either a sweet
starter scarf or a group of cotton wash cloths.
The first class is all about learning how to hold your needles, casting on, tension,
the knit stitch, pattern reading, tools and vocabulary. You’ll leave with the
beginnings of your project and a pattern to keep you going until the next class.
During the second class you will be introduced to the purl stitch and different
stitch patterns using only knit and purl stitches. You’ll then practice on a swatch
and learn how bind off and finish your work. Again, you’ll go home with a pattern
or two to continue knitting.
This class will either meet in front of the studio, outside, or off-site,
depending on the weather— location specifics given upon enrollment.
6 students per class,
two 2-hour class
$50 per student
Supply list provided upon enrollment
Tuesday & Wednesday, July 7 & 8, 6:00 - 8:00 PM
TWO SPOTS OPEN - REGISTER NOW!
Tuesday & Wednesday, July 21 & 22, 6:00 - 8:00 PM
SIX SPOTS OPEN - REGISTER NOW!
*Millinery Classes by Laura Del VillaGgio*
Intro to Millinery: Gathered Beret
 In this class, you will make your very own Beret - one of the most simple, versatile, and universally flattering hat styles. You will learn basic millinery hand stitches, as well as common trade terms, tools, and materials. Some previous sewing skills helpful but not required.
Most materials, including millinery grosgrain (petersham), lining material, interfacing, flexie, and basic beret pattern will be provided by the instructor for a most reasonable fee. A millinery steamer and variety of balsa blocks will be available for use. However, you will need to bring 1/2 yard of fashion fabric and matching thread.* Feel free to bring along any coordinating trims, such as ribbon flowers, buckles, pins or buttons to personalize your design.
You can view our Millinery Classes Flickr set to see samples and student creations!
4 students per class,
one 3.5-hour class
Class Fee $40 per student (plus additional $10 materials fee supplied by instructor. additional fabric, notions required)
*Fabric suggestions and guidelines provided upon enrollment.
** There are no Intro to Millinery: Gathered Beret classes at this time. Please email info@glitzkrieg.biz to request a class. **
Beginning Millinery: Blocked Felt Cloche
 In this two-class series, you will learn how to block a basic free-form or draped cloche hat using traditional millinery blocking techniques. In the first class, students will shape a fur felt hood (no, not the kind attached to a garment) over a balsa utility block using a millinery steamer. The technique allows for a wide range of design possibilities.
Note: The first class may be a shorter session of approximately 2-1/2 hours, allowing time for an intro to blocking terms and techniques, a demonstration, then individual blocking by the students. Forms will then need to be baked and allowed to cool; therefore we'll have to wait until the second class to continue our projects.
During the second session, students will remove their hats from the blocks, insert the head-size ribbons, design and cut the brims, then finish the cloches with any desired trims. Please bring along any ribbons, brooches, buttons, feathers, etc. to personalize your design. Previous hand sewing skills strongly recommended but not required.
Important: Students must select a color for their hat no later than 10 days before classes begin (Monday, March 23). Color choices will be emailed to you upon registration.
You can view our Millinery Classes Flickr set to see samples and student creations!
3 students per class,
Two 3.5-hour classes
Class Fee $90 per student (Plus additional $25 for Fur Felt Hood and other misc millinery materials provided by the instructor)
Fridays, July 24 & 31, 6:30 - 10:00 PM
FULL -Please email info@glitzkrieg.biz to get your name on the wait list, or sign up for the next available class!
Thursdays, September 17 & 24, 6:30 - 10:00 PM
FULL -Please email info@glitzkrieg.biz to get your name on the wait list, or sign up for the next available class!
Beginning Millinery: Feather Fascinator
 Feather fascinators have been all the rage in the UK and Australia for several years and are finally beginning to catch on here. A fascinator is less substantial than a hat – a small whimsy of feathers or flowers that attaches with a comb, clip, or headband. In this class, you will make your own fascinator and learn basic millinery techniques, with a focus on feathers trims. You will also become familiar with common trade terms, tools, and materials. Some previous sewing skills helpful but not required.
All materials, including fascinator base, feathers, and combs will be provided by the instructor for a most reasonable fee. A millinery steamer and variety of balsa blocks and canvas wig heads will be available for use. Feel free to bring along any sparkling adornments, such as Swarovski crystals, small beaded appliques, or vintage jewelry/buttons to personalize your design.
You can view our Millinery Classes Flickr set to see samples and student creations!
6 students per class, one
3.5-hour class
Class Fee $40 per student (plus additional $20 materials fee supplied by instructor)
Thursday, July 30, 11:00 - 2:30 PM
SIX SPOTS OPEN - REGISTER NOW!
Friday, September 11, 6:30 - 10:00 PM
SIX SPOTS OPEN - REGISTER NOW!
Saturday, October 10, 12:00 - 3:30 PM
SIX SPOTS OPEN - REGISTER NOW!
Beginning Millinery: Wide-Brimmed Straw Hat with Fringed Brim
 In this two-class series, you will learn how to block a basic free-form, wide-brimmed hat using traditional millinery blocking techniques. In the first class, students will shape a straw parasisol hood over a balsa utility block using a millinery steamer. The technique allows for a wide range of design possibilities.
Note: The first class may be a shorter session of approximately 2-1/2 hours, allowing time for an intro to blocking terms and techniques, a demonstration, then individual blocking by the students. Forms will then need to be baked and allowed to cool; therefore we'll have to wait until the second class to continue our projects.
During the second session, students will remove their hats from the blocks, insert the head-size ribbons, design and fringe (this is really fun!) the brims, then finish the cloches with any desired trims. Please bring along any ribbons, brooches, buttons, feathers, etc. to personalize your design. Previous hand sewing skills strongly recommended but not required.
Important: Students must select a color for their hat no later than 10 days before classes begin (Tuesday, May 19). Color choices will be emailed to you upon registration.
You can view our Millinery Classes Flickr set to see samples and student creations!
3 students per class,
two 3.5-hour classes
Class fee $75
(Plus an additional $25 for Parasisol Straw Hood and other misc millinery materials provided by the instructor)
** There are no Beginning Millinery: Wide-Brimmed Straw Hat with Fringed Brim classes at this time. Please email info@glitzkrieg.biz to request a class. **
Intermediate Millinery: Buckram Pillbox Hat & Cocktail Hat
 In this five-class series, you will learn how to make two different hats using buckram, a common and very versatile millinery foundation fabric. The first hat will be a classic pillbox. You will build a buckram and wire frame, then cover it with fashion fabric and a lining. The second hat will be a blocked buckram cocktail hat, constructed with basic blocking methods. It will be finished with wire and bias edging. We will discuss common millinery trade terms, tools, and materials. Previous hand sewing skills strongly recommended but not required.
The instructor will provide millinery materials including buckram, #19 wire, bias French elastic, and Hymark thread. Students will need to bring fashion and lining fabrics for both hats, as well as matching thread and any coordinating trims, such as ribbon flowers, brooches, feathers or buttons to personalize your design.
You can view our Millinery Classes Flickr set to see samples and student creations!
4 students per class,
Five 3.5-hour classes
Class Fee $225
Saturdays, August 29, September 5 & September 12, 11:00 - 7:00 PM
TWO SPOTS OPEN - REGISTER NOW!
Intermediate Millinery: Newsboy Cap
 Learn how to stitch this classic hat with an 8-section crown, lining, and visor. You can make a great gift for a deserving dad or one for yourself - it's appropriate for both guys and gals. The newsboy looks dashing in wool tweed, corduroy, even linen for a 1920's Gatsby vibe. In this class, students will learn basic millinery hand stitches, as well as common trade terms, tools, and materials. A millinery steamer, stretcher, and variety of balsa blocks will be available for use during the class. Students will need to bring a sewing machine or rent one from Stitch Lab. Basic sewing skills necessary.
Class fee includes these materials provided by the instructor: pattern, interlining, millinery grosgrain, visor insert, and snap and button hardware. Students will need to bring 3/4 yard fashion and 3/4 yard lining fabrics, as well as matching thread. If the fabric has a nap (velvet) or a pattern (plaid) that will need to be matched, please allow extra yardage.
You can view our Millinery Classes Flickr set to see samples and student creations!
4 students per class,
Two 3.5-hour classes
Class fee $80, includes millinery materials listed above.
Fridays, October 9 & 16, 6:30 - 10:00 PM
TWO SPOTS OPEN - REGISTER NOW!
Headband Workshop for Tweens & Teens! - NEW!
 Headbands are a super cute way to individualize your look, whether it’s preppy or punky, sweet or sassy. Milliner (and mom) Laura Del Villaggio will teach students how to make 3 different styles: a beaded band, a wrapped silk ribbon band, and a sequin applique band. Supplies are provided by the instructor, and there will be a variety of colors and motifs from which to choose. Ages 8 & up.
6 students per class,
One 2-hour class
Class fee $20 (plus an additional $20, payable to the instructor, for materials listed above)
Friday, July 10, 11:00 - 1:00 PM
THREE SPOTS OPEN - REGISTER NOW!
*MONSTERS, DOLLS AND
PLUSHY TOYS*
 You see them everywhere and these creatures appeal to kids
and adults alike. I love the funky folk art handmade quality of these
stuffed toys and they make wonderful gifts. You can go cute and cuddly or
voodoo, oddball monster-y--each toy has it's own unique personality cuz
YOU made it! The perfect way to use your stash of trimmings, buttons,
embroidery floss, sequins, rhinestones, felt scraps and new/vintage
fabric
remnants.
You'll have many pattern styles to choose from or can make
your own creature. There are no rules here! Keeping the construction
simple will allow for much embellishment fun. You can hand sew or machine
sew. Some previous sewing skills helpful but not required. You can view our Monsters, Dolls & Plushy Toys Flickr set to see class samples and students' creations!
4 students per class,
one 3.5-hour class
$40 per student
Supply list provided upon enrollment
Wednesday, July 8, from 6:30 - 10:00 PM
TWO SPOTS OPEN - REGISTER NOW!
Thursday, October 15, from 6:30 - 10:00 PM
TWO SPOTS OPEN - REGISTER NOW!
*OPEN STUDIO*
For students who have completed Beginning I or equivalent.
Students may use this open studio class to receive
assistance, advice, and support on individual projects of most any kind.
Sometimes you just need a little extra help on a project, but don't need
a
full class series. This class is for you!
3 students per class,
one 3.5-hour class
$40 per student
Supply list provided upon enrollment
Monday, July 13, from 6:30 - 10:00 PM
FULL -Please email info@glitzkrieg.biz to get your name on the wait list, or sign up for the next available class!
Thursday, September 10, from 6:30 - 10:00 PM
FOUR SPOTS OPEN - REGISTER NOW!
Wednesday, September 30, from 6:30 - 10:00 PM
THREE SPOTS OPEN - REGISTER NOW!
*PILLOWS AND BOLSTERS*
 Nothing lights up a room like colorful, custom accent pillows.
4 students per class,
one 3.5-hour class
$40 per student
Supply list provided upon enrollment
Wednesday, July 22, from 6:30 - 10:00 PM
FULL -Please email info@glitzkrieg.biz to get your name on the wait list, or sign up for the next available class!
*Ribbon Flowers*
Learn the classic art of creating flowers using ribbon, needle, thread and beads. Students will learn to make  beautiful ribbon roses, pansies, six and five petal flowers, daffodils, berries and leaves and their applications in fashion, accessories and home decor.
If you've seen Leslie's gorgeous display of her handmade ribbon flowers at Stitch or Cherrywood Art Fair, now is your chance to learn how to make them yourself!
4 students per class,
one 3.5-hour class
$40 per student
Supply list provided upon enrollment
Tuesday, August 4, from 6:30 - 10:00 PM
FOUR SPOTS OPEN - REGISTER NOW!
*Roman Shades*
I’ve had many requests for some home décor classes, but the studio is too tiny for large scale projects. In this class we will make 18”X24” small scale model roman shades in two varieties—unstructured and slatted so that you will have the skills to make full scale shades for your home.
Since these are practice shades, I encourage you to use the absolute cheapest fabric you can find that is of a medium weight. You could use canvas, drapery weight decorator fabrics, anything that has no stretch and has some body to it--(not too thin or sheer). Try the bargain tables at Hancock & JoAnn's or...gulp...WalMart. Ideally the lining fabric would be a different color from the shade fabric so that they're easy to tell apart. I'll talk about/show linings for the true shades in class.
4 students per class,
one 3.5-hour class
$40 per student
Supply list provided upon enrollment
Saturday, August 1, from 4:30 - 8:00 PM
FULL -Please email info@glitzkrieg.biz to get your name on the wait list, or sign up for the next available class!
*Serger 101*
Are you scared of your serger? Maybe I can help!
The serger is a versatile machine that helps give your garments a professional and durable finish. It's supposed to make sewing easier, but it can be rather intimidating with all of it's knobs and complicated threading. This beginner's serger class will help take some of the fear out of using your own serger and help you find easier ways to get the results you want.
In this class you will
- learn the simplest ways to thread the serger
- learn about differential feed control
- learn about thread tension
- learn how to do a rolled hem, 3 thread overlock, 4 thread overlock and 3 thread overedge.
3 students per class,
one 3.5-hour class
$40 per student
Supply list provided upon enrollment
** There are no Serger 101 classes at this time. Please email info@glitzkrieg.biz to request a class. **
*Sketchbook Messenger Bag* - NEW!
This sketchbook size messenger bag will carry everything you need throughout your day and even into the night. There are pockets under the flap and a zippered pocket on the backside to keep all your little ditties in check. Slip this over your shoulder and go!
 4 students per class,
one 3-hour class
$42 per student
Supply list provided upon enrollment
Friday, July 17, from 6:30 - 9:30 PM
ONE SPOT OPEN - REGISTER NOW!
Wednesday, July 29, from 11:00 - 2:00 PM
THREE SPOTS OPEN - REGISTER NOW!
*Skirt of the Month* - NEW!
Skirts are perhaps the most versatile wardrobe staple there is. Each month we will offer a new skirt design—you’ll make a customized pattern for yourself and make a fab flirty skirt with flair! Skirt styles will include: the perfect a-line skirt with darts and contour waist, bias cut elastic/drawstring waist with trim, 1/2 circle wrap, reversible wrap, full circle skirt with waistband, handkerchief hem skirt.
4 students per class,
one 4-hour class
$50 per student
Supply list provided upon enrollment
August Skirt of the Month:
The Perfect Skirt!
Learn to draft a simple pattern and build the perfect a-line, zippered, contour waist skirt around your measurements!
Saturday, August 1, 12:00 - 4:00 PM
TWO SPOTS OPEN - REGISTER NOW!
Sunday, August 9, 4:30 - 8:30 PM
TWO SPOTS OPEN - REGISTER NOW!
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