$50, plus materials; includes pattern
Basic Sewing Skills Required
Do you love the machine covers at The Little General? Me too. Let’s spruce up your sewing room with a new machine cover. We will explore fun patchwork ideas for one side of your New Sewing Machine Cover. You will complete your project during this 3 hour class and feel inspired to make one for all your sewing buddies when you get home.
$40, Plus Materials; Includes Pattern
Basic Sewing Skills Required
This class is all about Heat n’ Bond. If you haven’t had the opportunity to use this magical product, you are in for a treat. In this class we will be constructing a knife edge pillow with an envelope back closure to show off your creative applique work. Your imagination will be in overdrive once you’ve had the opportunity to practice the raw edge applique technique using Heat n” Bond. You will complete your project in one - 3 hour Session. Can’t wait!
$25, Plus Materials; Includes Pattern & Lavender
Perfect for Beginners
I really love the scent of French Lavender. It calms me and makes me feel energized in a non-chaotic kind of way. In this class you will be making a set of 3 pretty sachets. I will be sharing a bunch of different sachet design ideas I have used over the years. I never get tired of making this easy project ~ always makes a pretty gift. You will leave class feeling calm and inspired in one - 2.5 hour Session.
$75, Plus Materials; Includes Pattern ~ 2 Sessions
Basic Sewing Skills Required
As I write this class description, I am wrapped in a quilt and wearing my warmest Irish wool sweater - it’s January. In this class we will make a scarf, hand warmers (not mittens), a Heating Pad, and a hand-tied snuggly quilt. All these items make lovely gifts - sure to warm the heart of the recipient. We will need two - 3 hour Sessions to complete your Toasty Warm Essentials.
$35, Plus Materials; Includes Pattern
Perfect for Beginners who are familiar with the Rotary Cutter
Need a quick hostess, teacher, neighbor gift? This is when I usually whip up some coasters & cocktail napkins. Super fun to make and always well received. The perfect go-to project when you have limited time to create something fabulous and functional. I will share some fun ideas to personalized your gift. You will leave class with a set of 4 coasters & 4 reversible cocktail napkins + inspiration to create multiple sets to have on hand. We will need 3 hours to get the job done.
$40, Plus Materials; Includes Pattern
Basic Sewing Skills Required
I love making burp cloths and fun bibs for expectant mothers ~ especially if I know if I am making something for a specific gender. In this class we will complete 2 stylish burp cloths and 2 bibs. I will share fun fusible appliqué and patchwork ideas for both projects. We will need 3.5 hours for this class.
$40, Plus Materials; Includes Pattern
Basic Sewing Skills Required
In this class you will create a pretty patchwork pillow with your gorgeous fabric scraps. I will show you how to line the pillow for durability, quilt the patchwork front, create an envelope closure and sew a simple, stylish flanged edge. New pillows are a quick and easy way to liven up any room. We will complete 1 pillow during class and you will leave feeling fired up to make a bunch of pillows for every room in the house. This class is 1 Session, lasting 3.5 hours.
$75, Plus Materials; Includes Pattern ~ 2 Sessions
Basic Sewing Skills Required
Do you love to throw a good party? Let’s get together and make some stuff to make your next celebration a big success. We will make a festive bunting, a tablecloth, party favor bags, reversible napkins, creative reusable place cards, and a fun game for your guests to enjoys. We will need two - 2.5 hour Sessions to plan and create your Party Essentials.
karen@karengraydesign.com 336.671.6612
$40, Plus Materials
Perfect for Beginners
My 12 year old niece Ashley has been interested in sewing since preschool. She took Sewing 101 with Cathy Zakula and has created her own sewing room. She’s ready. In this class you will learn how to take 3 lovely fabrics and magically turn them into a perfect pillowcase. Ashley and I will share fun ideas to personalize your pillowcases. I hope you can join us. One - 2.5 hour Session
$30, Plus Materials; Includes Pattern
Basic Sewing Skills Required
When the mood strikes and I just want to make something - I tend to make a bunch of tea towels. The project goes together quickly, it’s pretty and I can instantly feel the satisfaction of completing a project ~ happiness. + It’s nice to have them on hand for gifts. We will use cotton/linen and quilting cotton to create a set of 2 pretty tea towels. I will be sharing all the tricks I’ve learned over the years to make your your tea towels turn out just as you imagined. We will complete this project in one - 3 hour Session.
$40, Plus Materials; Includes Pattern
Basic Sewing & Rotary Cutter Skills Required
Making doll quilts is loads of fun and a nice entry to making a bigger quilt - the process will positively build your confidence. We will be making a doll quilt large enough for a 18” doll + a pillow and mini pillowcase. This project will make you smile just thinking about how thrilled the recipient will be. We will need two - 2 Hour Sessions to complete these fun projects.
$30, Plus Materials; Includes Pattern
Basic Sewing Skills Required
This original pattern is so much fun and draws a ton of compliments. You won’t believe how quickly you can jazz up a plain t-shirt with this fantastic scarf. The scarf is made from silky rayon, which has amazing draping qualities - giving the scarf the ruffle twist you want. Once you make one for yourself, your friends will be begging for you to make them one. This scarf goes together quickly. We will complete the scarf in one - 2.5 hour Session.
$40, Plus Materials; Includes Pattern
Basic Sewing Skills Required
Gina stocks so many lovely fabrics at The Little General. In this class we will make a pretty scarf using 1 or more of the substrates in the shop. I will be sharing different ideas to get you thinking about the original scarf you will be creating for yourself. Of course, your friends will undoubtedly want to know where your masterpiece came from.... it’s inevitable. We will explore, contemplate, and create in one - 3.5 hour Session.
karen@karengraydesign.com 336.671.6612
$75, Plus Materials; Includes Pattern ~ 2 Sessions
Basic Sewing Skills Required
In this class we are going to make an Apron, a patchwork potholder, a dishtowel, and a lovely recipe card pouch. You just need to bake some cookies, write down your treasured recipe and you’re set. This is a perfect gift set to give to newly weds or as a new house warming gift. It’s always received with a smile or a nice thank you note. We will need two - 2.5 hour Sessions to complete the projects. Start thinking about the weddings you have coming up.
$40, Plus Materials; Includes Pattern
Basic Sewing Skills Required
Mug Rugs are mini quilts that are essentially mini placemats ~ designed with a cup of coffee and a snack in mind. This is a fun entry to making a quilt. Pair it with a handmade stylish Java jacket, and you have a thoughtful gift ~ especially for your friends who work on the computer for hours during their day. I will share ideas to personalized both projects. We will complete your Mug Rug and Java Jacket during one - 3 hour Sewing Session.
$60, Plus Materials; Includes Pattern
Basic Sewing Skills Required
Making gifts for babies is fun and easy too. In this class I will show you how to whip up the perfect baby shower gift in a flash. You will leave class with a baby blanket, a burp cloth, coordinating washcloths, and a one of a kind onesie ~ the perfect gift bundle. The recipient of your handmade goodness will positively treasure this thoughtful gift you’ve made. We will complete the Baby Essentials projects in 3.5 hours. It’s going to be fun.
$35, Plus Materials; Includes Pattern
Basic Sewing Skills Required
The Splat Mat is perfect for using under a highchair, art easel, or bring to restaurants for your enthusiastic diner. We will be using laminated cotton and cotton sateen to create a Splat Mat that suits your decor and inspires your artist. This totable item is easy to construct and makes a nice play mat for a toddler. We will need 2.5 hours to complete this fun project.
$50, Plus Materials
Basic Sewing Skills Required
I have been making quilted tissues packs out of my fabric scraps for years. My friends always seems so happy when I give them a new tissue pack for their handbag. In this class I will show you how I maximize my scraps to make multiple tissue packs at one time. We will complete 6 original quilted tissue packs during class. You will leave feeling inspired and so glad your scrap stash will soon have a new home. One - 3.5 hour Session
karen@karengraydesign.com 336.671.6612
$50, Plus Materials; Includes Pattern
Basic Sewing & Rotary Cutter Skills Required
It’s always nice to freshen up the table with new placemats and napkins. In this class we will be making placemats based on my “Pave the Way” quilt pattern ~ fun, modern, and a great way to use a lot of prints. We will complete 2 placemats and 2 napkins in one - 3.5 hour Session
$30, Plus Materials; Includes Pattern
Basic Sewing Skills Required
Sue Lauer designed this extra adorable Owl pillow that was pictured in the Spring/Summer 2011 Quilt Sampler. I can’t tell you how many emails/phone calls I received from owl fans everywhere requesting the pattern. In this class we will make a super cute owl pillow along with a coordinating bib. This dynamic duo makes a wonderful gift and can easily be made with the recipient’s decor in mind. One - 3 hour Session
$50, Plus Materials
Basic Sewing Skills Required
I started going to yoga class in June and it has sincerely been great - on so many levels. One of my favorite things about the class I attend are the instructors who constantly offer direction by sharing different thoughts pertaining to yoga, life, and most definitely sewing ~ “Don’t worry about what you are not doing, but rather focus on what you are doing”. Positive thinking always wins. A stylish yoga bag truly is the perfect accessory to positive thoughts. In this class we will be using Amy Butler’s free Nigella Yoga Bag pattern. This is a fun & easy bag to make. We’ll be able to complete the project in 3.5 hours if we set our intentions & focus.
$75, Plus Materials; Includes Pattern ~ 2 Sessions
Basic Sewing Skills Required
Wouldn’t it be fun to plan a picnic outing with the love of your life? ok, we have some work to do ~ before you consider the grocery list, we will need to make a fabulous picnic tote, 2 stylish roll-up placemats, 2 napkins, and let’s not forget the picnic throw. We will need two - 3 hour Sessions to complete your Picnic Essentials.
$75, Plus Materials; Includes Pattern ~ 2 Sessions
Basic Sewing Skills Required
Does your Sewing room need a little sprucing up? In this class we will begin by selecting fabrics at The Little General. We will be making a new ironing board cover, a reversible machine cover, a pincushion with thread catcher, and some pretty fabric art for your your sewing room walls. You will want to show off your new sewing space to all your friends. We will need two - 3 hours Sessions to complete your Sewing Room Essentials.
karen@karengraydesign.com 336.671.6612
$75, Plus Materials; Includes Pattern ~ 2 Sessions
Basic Sewing Skills Required
Besides a current passport, you will need a few things to make your travels a success. In this class we will make the perfect tote, a travel pillowcase, 2 lingerie bags - one for clean undergarments and one for items to be laundered, a drawstring laundry bag, and a set of shoe sachets. This set makes a wonderful gift for the traveler in your life or even makes a nice wedding gift for the honeymooners. We will need two - 3 hour Sessions to create your Travel Essentials
$40; All materials included
All Sewing tLevels
Your family and friends will really love receiving handmade notes from you. In this class you will learn how to make thoughtful cards and stationery using cotton fabric scraps, wool felt, ribbon & trims to create something one of a kind. We will even be embellishing the envelopes. You will complete a custom set of notecards & stationery along with coordinating envelopes. Feel free to bring your own scraps if you’d like. One - 2 hour Session.
$40, Plus Materials
Basic Sewing Skills Required
Ler’s get together and make a pretty Christmas tree skirt using modern fabrics from The Little General. This project is the perfect way to get you in the spirit of the season. We will explore different ways to embellish your skirt. One 3 hour Session.
$30, Plus Materials
Basic Sewing Skills Required
It’s time to pull out the scraps you’ve accumulated over the year and give them a new home. We will be making the most adorable little cottage ornaments with a free tutorial put together by Kim of Retro MaMa. This ornament can easily be personalized with the recipient in mind. I can’t wait to make one for everyone on my list. We will attempt to make 2 ornaments during class. One - 3 hour Session
$25, Plus Materials
Basic Sewing Skills Required
I was buzzing through the J.Crew catalog when I noticed they were featuring cool poketsquares as a great Holiday gift option - so true! In this class, we will be picking out fun fabrics and making our own version of these stylish wardrobe enhancers. It’s amazing how a little bit of fabric can completely transform an outfit. We will complete a set of 3 pocketsquares. one- 3 hour Session.
$50, Plus Materials; Includes Pattern ~ 2 Sessions
Basic Sewing Skills Required
We won’t actually be using a pillowcase to make this garment ~ although we could. In this class we will make this super easy and stylish dress or top in whatever fabric you prefer. The pillowcase dress is a favorite for girls of all ages ~ I love to wear it as a swimsuit coverup. A perfect Summer or vacation essential. We will need two - 2 hour Sessions to complete your garment.
$40, Plus Materials; Includes Pattern ~ 2 Sessions
Basic Sewing Skills Required
I don’t think a new mother could have too many baby blankets or crib sheets. In this class we will be making a pretty baby blanket using quilting cotton and premium cotton flannel. I will be sharing different details to embellish your baby blanket. Next, you will learn the steps to make a crib sheet. Another fun and easy project. Fabulous & functional ~ that’s the name of the game. We will complete both projects during one - 3.5 hour Session.
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