Sewing Workshops and Classes
We offer single-session workshops and multi-session classes at Beehive Sewing. We supply the thread, machines, cutting tools, irons, and workspace. Sometimes we even supply the fabric. You’ll also receive a printed reference guide so you can return to the studio and recreate the project on your own schedule.
Our workshops are taught by a team of instructors, each with years of experience and specialized sewing skills. Some are accomplished quilters or apparel designers. Others are known for their home decor items, accessories, or unique approach to textile art.
Read about and register for some our workshops below.
To see a complete list of workshops, classes, and events by date, click here. Remember, we offer flexible scheduling!
Flexible Scheduling
We offer flexible scheduling with “Workshop Wishes.” What does this mean? If you are interested in one of our workshops but can’t make it on the scheduled date, tell us when you CAN make it! Request a date or suggest a workshop by submitting a Workshop Wish.
BEEHIVE BASICS (T/P)
1.5 hours / $40
No experience needed
Instructor: Tess Poe
Daily sessions, usually at 3:00 PM or 6:00 PM. See registration page for dates and times. This 1.5 hour session is designed to get you comfortable using Beehive Sewing’s conventional machines and other tools/equipment. You will learn how to create several different stitches, and cut and stitch a small project. After completing Beehive Basics, students should feel comfortable returning to the studio for drop-in sewing and instructor-led workshops. Studio provides material for swatching and learning different techniques, and fabric for a small personal project. Max 3 participants.
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SERGER BASICS (T/P)
2 hours / $60
Advanced beginner and up
Instructor: Ruby Bansal
Have no fear! Join us for a two-hour orientation to the BabyLock Eclipse SX serger. Overlock machines are great for working with knits and creating professional-quality seams and edges. Use our sample fabric to practice the 4-thread overlock stitch, rolled hems, lettuce edges, and ruffles, then use your own fabric to create a cloth napkin, baby hat, handkerchief, or other small item. This orientation is required before drop-in serger rental.
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THE GO-TO TOTEBAG
3 hours / $75
Beginner
Instructor: Roselee Conklin
New to sewing? Looking for a stylish and sturdy bag that you can take to the farmers’ market, the beach, or the office? Make our “go-to” tote bag. You’ll straight stitch, top stitch, make a boxed corner and reinforced handles, and practice other basic skills you’ll use again and again.
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PIECE OF CAKE: QUILTING BASICS
1.5 hours, + 1 FREE HOUR OF DROP-IN / $40
Beginner
Whether you plan to try your hand at traditional quilting projects or improvisational designs, learning how to piece your fabric is essential. Learn basic straight piecing techniques and how to safely and effectively use tools like the rotary cutter, quilter’s ruler, and self-healing mat. You bring the fabric; we provide the rest, including a hard-copy reference guide to refresh your skills. The class will include 1 1/2 hours of instruction followed by one free hour of drop-in sewing to work on your project.
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TAKE IT UP A NOTCH: HEMMING TECHNIQUES
3 hours / $80
Advanced beginner
Instructor: Margie Rothermich
Have a closet full of ankle-length skirts? Pants that shrunk in the dryer? Sleeves too short? Practice basic alteration techniques for dresses, pants, and sleeve lengths. You’ll learn what kind of hem to use for different projects, how to measure proper length, and basic hems: folded, blind, serged, scarf, and raw. Create samples from our fabric swatches, then alter a garment of your own.
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NEW LIFE FOR OLD LINENS
3 hours / $75
Beginner
Instructor: Heidi Stevens
Have an heirloom linen tablecloth stashed in the closet? A tag-sale find that’s too large for your bistro table? Learn how to breathe new life into your linens to create a set of cloth napkins of placemats. Learn tricks to prepare and cut the fabric, miter the corners, and finish the edges. You can also learn how to add decorative embroidery stitches, ribbon, or edging such as ric-rac to the finished project.
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TWIRLY: A GIRL’S SKIRT
3 hours / $75
Beginner
Instructor: Roselee Conklin
Have the urge to craft some clothing for the girls in your life? “Twirly” is a easy-to-create three tiered, elastic waist skirt for girls. You’ll learn to create ruffles and gathers, make an elastic waistband, and basic hemming. Student brings 1 yard each of two coordinating cottons or apparel weight fabrics, plus 1 yard of 1/4″ elastic. You’ll receive a reference guide so you can return to Beehive Sewing to recreate the skirt over and over again.
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A-LINE SKIRT
Two – 2 hour sessions (4 hrs total) / $80
Beginner
Instructor: Judy Gatland Learn how to read a basic pattern and create an A-line skirt for yourself. This two-session class will allow you to measure, cut, stitch, and hem a skirt with the fabric of your choice. The side zipper will be installed by instructors between the two sessions (unless you want to do it yourself!). More details…
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KNOT IT: CUSTOM NECKTIE
3 hours / $75
Beginner
Instructor: Roselee Conklin
Take your style to the next level with a custom-made necktie. You’ll learn how to cut fabric on the bias, use hand-sewing techniques to ladder-stitch the back, and create a lined necktie that will get noticed! Contact us for fabric requirements.
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OUT TO LUNCH: A REUSABLE BAG
3 hours / $75
Beginner
Instructor: Roselee Conklin
Go green and show off your stylish reusable lunch bag. This beginner project will allow you to practice straight stitching, pinking, and working with velcro closures. Bring 1/2 yard of canvas or “home decor” weight fabric. We’ll provide velcro and nylon for a “wipe-clean” lining. If you desire a waterproof lining, bring another 1/2 yard of “PUL.” You’ll also receive a printed reference guide.
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PUT A FANG ON IT! PLUSH MONSTERS (P)
2 hours / $30
No experience needed
Instructor: Anne Thalheimer
Forget the bird, put a fang on it! Create fun and funky plush monsters with the help of Anne Thalheimer, Master Milliner at My Monster Hat. You’ll spend some time drawing in your Monster Workbook and picking out features and details, and then use our machines to stitch together your crazy creatures. All materials provided by the studio.
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GUITAR STRAP
3 hours / $75
Beginner
Instructor: Carson Poe
Make a guitar strap that fits your style. All hardware and interfacing (to add structure) is provided by the studio. You bring one yard of fabric… Cotton and cotton blends are preferred, but if you have other ideas (pleather?) call or email us to chat about it!
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QUILTING BEE
2 hrs / regular drop-in sewing
Beginner
Instructor: Audrey Hyvonen
Every other Thursday. More info coming soon!