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Learn the art of sewing and textiles in Chicago with classes that cover everything from basic sewing techniques to advanced textile design, allowing participants to create their own unique clothing pieces and home decor items.

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2-Day Hands-On "Embroidery TNT" Workshop

Linda Z's Sewing Center @ 1216 E Central Rd, Chicago, IL

We are EXPLODING with information to take your embroidery to the next level! Join us, along with Judy Fredenburgh, Premier Floriani Educator, for a 2-day Embroidery Party that will blow you away!  Stitch along with the expert while she guides you through the TIPS and TECHNIQUES for combining the right ingredients for EMBROIDERY SUCCESS! Embroidery Party Techniques include: Iridescent Applique Quilting in the...

(8) All levels 18 and older
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$89

2 sessions

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Knit a Baby Surprise Jacket

Sifu Design Studio & Fine Yarns

In this 5 week class you have just enough time to wip up this cozy jacket and wrap it up for your favorite little one to open for the holidays. The holidays are just around the corner and wouldn't it be great if you could knit your baby, your grandchild, your niece or nephew a hug? How about a hug in the form of the classic Elizabeth Zimmerman "Baby Suprise Jacket"? You must know how to knit. Materials not included but you do get a 10% discount...

Intermediate 18 and older
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Fair Isle Beret: Intro to Colorwork

Sifu Design Studio & Fine Yarns

Fair Isle is not just an island in the British Isles, but is also a technique of stranded color work in knitting where you hold two colors to create a pattern in the fabric. It is an advanced knitting technique so having a few intermediate projects under your belt is helpful. If you have taken our intermedate knitting class this would be a great follow up!  We will be working in a sport or DK weight yarn so bring any size 4 to 7 knitting needles...

Advanced 18 and older
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Modular Knitting

Sifu Design Studio & Fine Yarns

In this five week course you will learn 2 modular knitting techniques. It is great for those knitters who appreciate instant gratification. The first technique is Domino knitting where each square is done individually and joined as you go giving you a wonderful sense of accomplishment.  The second is entralac, where you knit little squares one after another but leave them on the needle and come back to close off the squares and build more...

Intermediate 18 and older
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Lace: A Holey Adventure

Sifu Design Studio & Fine Yarns

Vintage lace patterns are a wonder to be hold! Light and airy, perfect for a summers evening to keep the chill off. Learn to knit lace, use a life line, and how to fix your mistakes in this lovely retro inspired shawl.  Must know how to knit and purl. The book is included in the cost of the class. 10% discount on all other materials while enrolled. 

Intermediate 18 and older
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Gloves: Knit for your Fingers

Sifu Design Studio & Fine Yarns

Learn how to wield double pointed needles in this amazing class on knitting each individual finger. It is not as hard as it sounds! This fun 5 week intermediate course will also show you how to form a gusset, and use a provisional cast on. It is an interesting construction for the knitter ready for the next step!  Some materials included. Must know how to knit and purl and have worked in the round before. 

Intermediate 18 and older
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Knit a Baby Hooded Sweater

Sifu Design Studio & Fine Yarns

Hooded sweaters are all the rage with the 3 & under set this year. As the days get colder, it’s a great time to learn how to make a cozy sweater for the special little someone in your life. For an ambitious advanced beginner, this 5 week day time class you will make a great first sweater project; you can learn all the techniques required for a basic top-down raglan cardigan pattern, on a smaller scale garment. For more advanced intermediate...

Intermediate 18 and older
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Knit The Heff Muff

Sifu Design Studio & Fine Yarns

Learn how to work with color in this 5 week class. Designed by Sifu's own Lisa Whiting, this muff was published in Chicago Knits Magazine, and you will recieve a copy of the magazine as part og the class. You will also learn how to do a tubular cast on, corrigated ribbing, increasing, decreasing, and a tubular bind off. Must know how to knit and purl. Pattern included.  Materials not included, but you do get a 10% student discount on all...

Intermediate 18 and older
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Artisan Spirit Through The Lattice Quilt

Linda Z's Sewing Center

Learn to make this stylized, modern quilt. Use Northcott's new Shimmer fabric from Artisan Spirit, with its extensive range of exquisite textures in vibrant colors with metallic accents. Note: Fabric kit and other supplies must be purchased at the school.

(8) Beginner 18 and older
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Nine Lives Vest

Linda Z's Sewing Center

Four pattern pieces create an asymmetric vest with differing shoulder seam lengths, stand-up collar and diagonal hem. This button front easy vest looks great with or without a blouse or t-shirt.

(8) All levels 18 and older
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Pinwheel Quilt Class

Linda Z's Sewing Center

Get a fresh take on this easy, breezy pinwheel quilt. Colorful blocks spin beautifully across this quilt. Choose from our bright solid-colored Kona cotton or any of our fun prints. Or, sail with any combination of our fabric - the sky is yours! Note: Fabric and supplies to be purchased at the center.

(8) All levels 18 and older
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Dirty DIY: Advanced Pasty Making

Vaudezilla Studios

Ever wonder how your favorite burlesque performers get such extravagant costumes? The answer is, more often than not, a lot of DIY! The Dirty DIY series is here to teach you to make your very own costume. Ready to take your pasty game to the next level? Need a shape that isn't your standard heart or circle? You'll learn to use a free computer program to create a pasty pattern that's unique to you. You'll also learn some advanced-level tricks to making...

(14) Intermediate 18 and older
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Chisel Star Quilt (2-day Retreat)

Linda Z's Sewing Center

Join us, and Donna Slater, for a 2-day, hands-on quilt retreat. Do you have some time now that the kids are back in school? Looking for a new outlet-new sewing machine? Come to Linda Z's and get hooked on the Chisel Star Quilt and a new machine. It's a sprakling star from an innovative pattern, that twinkles, and will tickle you fancy! This quilt is ready for you to give it a go! So you'll be snuggling under it soon. Note: Supplies and fabric...

(8) Beginner 18 and older
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Napkin & Placemats

Linda Z's Sewing Center @ 1216 E Central Rd, Chicago, IL

Create wonderful decor for your dining table casual you choose beautiful classic dinner napkins& place-mats! Use print fabric with coordinating trim,or tone-on- tone. Whatever you fabric choice, be talk of the town at your dinner parties. Throw out those paper napkins & placements & use your hand-made creations- in the kitchen, in the dining room, even camping or at a picnic! 

(8) All levels 18 and older
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$59

3 sessions

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Sweater Intensive

Knitche, Inc. @ 5221 Main St, Chicago, IL

There's no better way to cement your knitting skills than tackling a sweater. Whether you've just mastered the basic knitting skills or you've been knitting a while and want to push yourself into garment knitting, the Sweater Intensive class is for you. We will guide you every step of the way to completion of this ultra-cute top-down cardigan, knit in Quince & Co.'s Osprey yarn. Decisions made along the way will create the perfectly-fitting customized...

(2) All levels 18 and older
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$66

5 sessions

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Puddlejumps Raincoat & Backpack

Linda Z's Sewing Center

Make this adorable child’s raincoat from MorninGlory Designs with zipper front closure, hood & two front pockets. Learn to make the backpack too! Your child or grandchild will be delighted to wear this outer garment made especially for them, with a coordinating backpack! Choose from a variety of prints from our oil cloth or laminated fabrics for a truly waterproof raincoat. Note: Workshop fee does not include materials.

(8) All levels 18 and older
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Easy T-Shirt Construction

Linda Z's Sewing Center @ 1216 E Central Rd, Chicago, IL

This casual knit pullover top is not only beautiful but easy! Using a new, efficient serger you’ll be able to make quick work of this versatile garment for yourself… or others (those jealous and wanting one too!) Choose from a variety of beautiful fabrics & learn to adjust your pattern, cut out your fabric, & create a gorgeous garment with wonderful tips & techniques. Prerequisite: Beginning Sewing class or prior sewing...

(8) Beginner 18 and older
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$59

3 sessions

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Schoolhouse Tunic

Linda Z's Sewing Center

Learn to make this stylish, flattering, and quick to sew tunic! It will become a versatile, and go-to, addition to your wardrobe. Discover how to adjust the pattern length to wear as a dress or over jeans, or as a shirt-length version. Learn to insert pleats and 3/4-length sleeves, with optional elastic gathering at the cuff. The open bodice is perfect for layering over your favorite camisole or tank. Make this for yourself with some of our beautiful...

(8) All levels 18 and older
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Knit Dress Class with a Serger

Linda Z's Sewing Center @ 1216 E Central Rd, Chicago, IL

This is a fun, casual yet also elegant, knit dress that can be made with any length sleeves, or not sleeves and several different necklines—rounded, scooped or v-neck! Choose from a variety of our FABULOUS, NEW knits and learn how to fit and adjust the pattern JUST FOR YOU! Also learn to cut your fabric, and sew a gorgeous garment with our instructor’s wonderful tips and techniques. Prerequisite: Beginning Sewing class, Serger BMT,...

(8) All levels 18 and older
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$59

3 sessions

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Dresden Sunflower Placemats

Linda Z's Sewing Center @ 1216 E Central Rd, Chicago, IL

Learn a new way to use the Dresden plate quilt technique and make fun, vibrant placemats for your table! Be the bright star at your summer dinner parties. Use your hand-made creations - in the kitchen, the dining room, even camping or at a picnic! Prerequisite: Beginning Sewing class or prior sewing experience

(8) All levels 18 and older
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$59

3 sessions

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