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CLASS POLICIES
You receive a 10% discount
on all class supplies. Fabrics and supplies must be purchased
from Waechter's. We will send a supply list when we receive
payment for your class. For more information or to register
call (828) 274-3146 or email us at info@fabricsandbuttons.com |
CLASS LEVELS & MACHINE RENTAL
Ever want to take sewing class just to try something new?
Ever wish you didn't have to bring your sewing machine to class?
Waechter's categorizes its classes into LEVELS from I (easiest) to Master (most challenging). This way you're sure to know that the class you choose is best suited to your current skill level.
We also offer sewing machine rentals for those you want to try a sewing class and don't want to purchase a machine or for those who want to travel light to class. Machines are $10 per day on a first come first served basis. Please call ahead to make your machine reservation. |
LOOKING FOR OTHER ACTIVITIES & LODGINGS IN ASHEVILLE?
We've put together a brief listing of some places we think you'll enjoy while you're here taking a class at Waechter's. All of these listings have websites so you can find further information about current happenings. [READ LISTINGS] |
Louise Cutting - Professional Techniques
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Louise Cutting of Cutting Lines Design will return to Waechter's this fall for two and a half days of non-stop learning. Louise will work her magic with Cutting Line Designs patterns to help you understand the importance of taking numerous body measurements accurately to obtain a well- fitted garment.
During the "hands-on" techniques part of the weekend, you will learn the professional way of sewing the details in different sections of a garment. You'll execute each technique and create a workbook of samples so that you will create beautiful garments while making efficient use of your time in your home studio. For example, create the best-looking collar band, sewn completely by machine...stitch a "cool" collar with foolproof corner edge stitching...setting in a high-capped sleeve with no gathering stitching....AND much more!
Discussions will take place throughout the weekend that will add to your sewing ambitions and fashion sense. Plus, Louise will work with you on your personal sewing questions along with helping you shop for coordinates to build your color wardrobe.
Read More About Louise Cutting >> |
Date(s): November 5-7
Time: Fri & Sat (9am - 4:30pm), Sunday (9am - 12:30pm) |
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Class Limit: 25 |
| Class Fee: $375.00 plus supplies. Deli lunch served daily. |
| Non-refundable deposit of $100 (check only) will hold your space. Mail to Waechter's Fine Fabrics, 9-D Reed Street, Asheville, NC 28803 with the registration form. If you call us, we will hold your place for 10 days to give you time to send in your check. Final Balance is due October 1. HOTEL AND TRANSPORTATION are separate. List of nearby hotels and supply list will be sent to registered participants in September.
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| Call (828) 274-3146 to reserve your spot today! |
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Angel Sleeve Bishop Dress Class
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| Is it time to apply your smocking skills in a garment? The Angel Sleeve Bishop Dress is a good place to begin. It's easy to do; the smocking is the WOW factor. The first class will show you how to construct and pleat the bishop. The second, three weeks later, will cover completion of the dress. The Ellen McCarn pattern is recommended because it includes a fantastic manual on bishop dresses. (Knowledge of smocking is required.) No sewing machine required for the 1st session. |
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Camp SEW WOW!
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| Camp SEW WOW is a week-long sewing camp (Monday-Friday) for students 8 to 15 years old. Karen Bennett, Camp SEW WOW! sewing instructor, has some neat projects planned for this year's sewing camps. The first week is a camp for beginners with daily projects.
The second week is for students who have some sewing experience but want to learn more about reading pattern instructions and delve into a more challenging sewing project. Registration Fee is $195 for each 5-day session. Sewing machines are available for rental at $10 /day.
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Cindy Foose Workshops
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For over three decades, Cindy Foose, an internationally-known teacher, has served as an instructor in children's clothing construction, smocking, and related classes for SAGA Regional and National Conventions, for numerous specialty sewing schools, sewing guilds, shops and weekend seminars throughout the United States. A former secondary school teacher, Cindy's needle arts classes allow her to combine her two favorite passions - teaching and sewing. As a featured artist for Creative Needle Magazine for over fifteen years and a member of the creative staff as Associate Editor, her contributions are among the magazines all-time favorites. Her published patterns, original designs, and fun, informative classes reflect her keen interest in vintage children's wear. Cindy will be teaching 3 new classes at Waechter's on June 11-13. (Friday-Sunday)
Friday, June 11: Handkerchief Dress with Pleats is a lecture/demo with some hands-on activities. Techniques such as pleating the dress, edgestitching for permanent shape, discussion of neck finishes for both a detachable and a sewn-in collar, sleeve finishes and more. Hands-on may include a small pleated sample, mock version of a placket under the pleat, handkerchief collar, drawing a facing from the pattern with some tips and tricks, etc. Class Fee: $100.
Saturday morning, June 12 (1/2 day class: 9:30 am to 12:30 pm): Bodices & Skirts: Mix 'Em Up
Creative fun and expression of personal style are the bonuses we reap from sewing for our children. Design ideas often pop into our heads that can make a garment truly an original. This class will provide the tools to help implement those bursts of imagination including a collection of bodice variations. relocation of openings, re-shaping necklines, facing tips, and development ideas for skirt modifications and alternatives. Learn how to make basic pattern changes and why certain rules must be applied to insure good results. Using hands-on class activities to reinforce the class information each student will build a notebook to open up all sorts of possibilities for future projects. This is not a drafting class, but a way to use your favorite basic pattern to bring your ideas to life.
Class Fee: $50.
Saturday afternoon, June 12, (1:30 -4:30pm AND Sunday, June 13, (9:30am-4:30pm) "Birthday" Dress (without Smocking)and Slip: Linen embroidered yoke dress, a choice of puffed organdy sleeves with eyelet beading or butterfly sleeves, ribbon and tatting bindings. Scalloped hem on the skirt and waist is finished with ribboned beading. Class Fee: $150.
Take all three classes for $250, a SAVINGS of $50. Register for one, two or all three classes by calling Waechters at 274-3146.
Registration Deadline: May 11. Cancellation by May 11,
75% refund; Cancellation by May 25, 50% refund; No refunds after May 25. |
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Frannie Baby—The Perfect Dress for Summer
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| This little girl’s dress is the one that is so easy, and she will love wearing it as well as look fabulous. It is a classic, yet simple sleeveless dress that is oh-so-sweet and yet can be very fashionable. Just put together interesting fabrics and you will have a new look every time. Let Betsy help you learn to pipe collars or sew the perfect collar. This is a good beginner project for those of you who have not sewn in a while. |
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Lucy Dress Class
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| Check out SEW WOW! First Edition! You can make this wonderful A-line dress with attached pocket purse and ruffle. It's a breeze and any little girl will think she's the prettiest of her class. We'll also discuss variations of the A-line dress with real samples you can touch. |
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Needleworks - Machine
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| Play with double and triple machine needles combined with some of the utility or decorative stitches on your sewing machine to create special details on all your special sewing. Learn what that little hole on the front of the needle plate is for! (Yes, it does have a purpose.) |
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Sit & Sew Studio
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| Have you ever wished you had a sewing expert at your side while you were sewing? Well, now your wish can come true! Waechter’s is offering you the use of their sewing lab and an instructor, Elaine Zinn, to answer your questions or help solve a sewing or fitting problem…with no outside distractions.
Wednesdays, April 14 to May 26. You may come for 2 hours in the morning from 10am-12 pm or in the afternoon from 12:30-2:30pm or for all day 10-2:30 pm. Fee for 2 hours is $20 or all day is $40.
You may register for as many Sit & Sew Sessions as you prefer.
Bring Lunch if attending all day.
Register by Tuesday morning before the Wednesday session by phone: 828-274-3146.
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Smocking with Betsy
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| Want to make one of those precious smocked garments for your favorite child? Our talented Betsy will show you how to complete a sampler of stitches that teaches all you need to know to smock your first project. Once you have mastered the basics, you are ready to move on to a Bishop or smocked Yoke Dress. Fee includes supplies. Bring a pair of embroidery scissors to class. Class scheduled by appointment. |
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The Softly Tailored One-Layer Jacket
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| A tailored jacket evokes images of a process that involves layers of interfacing and padding supported by hand stitches. The steps result in a structured garment that will hold up to years of wear. But what if you want the look without all the inner support? In this workshop with Mary Ray, Contributing Editor for Threads Magazine, you'll make a jacket or coat that shows off your fabric and is easy and comfortable to wear with no facings, interfacings, underlinings, or linings. You'll learn about alternative edge finishes, how to support closures, and how to add shape--if you want it. See Mary's Jacket Sample at Waechter's.
Mary Ray is Contributing Editor for Threads Magazine living in Banner Elk, NC. A nationally known designer and clothing maker, she is also an instructor in fashion design at Appalachian State. Mary loves to travel around the country teaching and lecturing about sewing garments creatively. "I have been sewing clothes, accessories, and projects for my home for most of my life. I love the process and I love working with wonderful fabric. I consider myself very lucky to have had the opportunity to learn and develop this skill and to discover that I can create something functional and beautiful with my own hands." |
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Julie's Bib Necklace
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| Julie Simpson will teach the embellishment techniques she used to make the fabulous Bib Necklace she shared at our recent Wearable Art....Waechter's Way event on May 1. The focus is on embellishments using gorgeous fabric and fibers ...plus buttons, beads, yarns, trims and bling... if that is your personal style. Join Julie on June 23 to hone your wearable art skills while making a show stopper fashion accessory for yourself or a friend.
Supply list will be given to registered students, so sign up today! |
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