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Beginner Crossbody Bag
This pattern is designed for beginners and seasoned sewists! Learn to put in a zipper and work with different contrast fabrics like cork or vinyl. All of the hardware needed is in our shop. You will learn many tips on making your own bags! You will be instructed on how to prepare for the first class when you sign up!
Cost: $ 20.00
This pattern is designed for beginners and seasoned sewists! Learn to put in a zipper and work with different contrast fabrics like cork or vinyl. All of the hardware needed is in our shop. You will learn many tips on making your own bags! You will be instructed on how to prepare for the first class when you sign up!
Cost: $ 20.00
Dear Daughter, Granddaughter, Niece, Anyone Special!
Join me on this Block-of-the-Month journey to create a keepsake for your special loved one! You will learn many techniques as we go through 12 months of inspirational designs. This is a wonderful way to use up some of your stash. An alternative look can be created by using fewer fabrics in a more neutral color palette. Either way, it will be a cherished keepsake!
Cost: $ 120.00
Join me on this Block-of-the-Month journey to create a keepsake for your special loved one! You will learn many techniques as we go through 12 months of inspirational designs. This is a wonderful way to use up some of your stash. An alternative look can be created by using fewer fabrics in a more neutral color palette. Either way, it will be a cherished keepsake!
Cost: $ 120.00
Enlarged Crossbody Bag
This bag is the perfect size for traveling or everyday use! Finished size is 9" wide, 10" high and 1-1/2" deep. It has an adjustable strap, two exterior zipper pockets, an exterior slip pocket and is fully lined! Options include using cork, vinyl or Kraft-Tex for the contrast pieces. All hardware and zippers are stocked in our shop! Class will include time to break for lunch then return to finish!
Cost: $ 25.00
This bag is the perfect size for traveling or everyday use! Finished size is 9" wide, 10" high and 1-1/2" deep. It has an adjustable strap, two exterior zipper pockets, an exterior slip pocket and is fully lined! Options include using cork, vinyl or Kraft-Tex for the contrast pieces. All hardware and zippers are stocked in our shop! Class will include time to break for lunch then return to finish!
Cost: $ 25.00
Free-Wheeling Quilt!
Check out this class that is a modern version of the Double Wedding Ring pattern! It's not just for a wedding! A great way to use up scraps. If you like to improvise, this class is for you! Learn to piece curves! We will be making the quilt top in this 2-week class. Recommended for advanced beginners.
Cost: $ 30.00
Check out this class that is a modern version of the Double Wedding Ring pattern! It's not just for a wedding! A great way to use up scraps. If you like to improvise, this class is for you! Learn to piece curves! We will be making the quilt top in this 2-week class. Recommended for advanced beginners.
Cost: $ 30.00
Home Grown - Block of the Month Applique
This is a set of designs from Nancy Halvorsen. She designed these blocks and projects to celebrate the family and values that keep us close. As you would expect, I'll be adding different techniques to these aside from blanket stitch applique. We'll be using lots of your machine stitches and presser feet! Must purchase the book and patterns from Carol for the class!
Cost: $ 80.00
This is a set of designs from Nancy Halvorsen. She designed these blocks and projects to celebrate the family and values that keep us close. As you would expect, I'll be adding different techniques to these aside from blanket stitch applique. We'll be using lots of your machine stitches and presser feet! Must purchase the book and patterns from Carol for the class!
Cost: $ 80.00
Joy of the Lord Wall Sampler
This project features small block piecing, fusible web applique, outline lettering and walking foot quilting. You will learn lots of techniques that can be used in other projects. Three 3-hour sessions.
Cost: $ 45.00
This project features small block piecing, fusible web applique, outline lettering and walking foot quilting. You will learn lots of techniques that can be used in other projects. Three 3-hour sessions.
Cost: $ 45.00
Kimber Bear - In-the-Hoop Embroidery project!
Designed for charitable giving, this bear is sweetly sized for tiny hands and can be packed in comfort kits prepared for children in foster care, entering emergency shelters or receiving treatment at a hospital. The embroidery file and instructions are FREE on the KimberBell website. Download the pattern and bring your machine in and we will stitch them together. If you are new to machine embroidery, this is a great project for you! Class instruction is FREE for this project that gives back to our community.
Cost: $ FREE
Designed for charitable giving, this bear is sweetly sized for tiny hands and can be packed in comfort kits prepared for children in foster care, entering emergency shelters or receiving treatment at a hospital. The embroidery file and instructions are FREE on the KimberBell website. Download the pattern and bring your machine in and we will stitch them together. If you are new to machine embroidery, this is a great project for you! Class instruction is FREE for this project that gives back to our community.
Cost: $ FREE
Knit Pullover Top
This cute top has a scooped neckline with front gathers and topstitching. Three-quarter length sleeves have an easy to sew band instead of a standard hem. Designed for stretch knits only! Pattern is Kwik Sew 3986
Cost: $ 30.00
This cute top has a scooped neckline with front gathers and topstitching. Three-quarter length sleeves have an easy to sew band instead of a standard hem. Designed for stretch knits only! Pattern is Kwik Sew 3986
Cost: $ 30.00
Merry and Bright - Machine Embroidery
Merry and Bright is an embroidery machine applique pattern. It includes 14 unique designs to fit larger hoops and 9 designs for smaller hoops on a CD. Choose to make a lap-size quilt, wallhanging or pillows. Use bright colors as pictured or go with a more traditional look depending on your style!
Cost: $ 60.00
Merry and Bright is an embroidery machine applique pattern. It includes 14 unique designs to fit larger hoops and 9 designs for smaller hoops on a CD. Choose to make a lap-size quilt, wallhanging or pillows. Use bright colors as pictured or go with a more traditional look depending on your style!
Cost: $ 60.00
Patriotic Flag Table Runner - Designed for Pfaff machines with Floating Stitches!
Get to know the Floating Stitches on your Pfaff machine! They are built-in on the Creative Icon, Performance Icon and the Pfaff 720. Learn how to hold and fold the fabric for this new way to piece and embellish at the same time. We'll finish it off with a piped trim and binding.
Cost: $ 15.00
Get to know the Floating Stitches on your Pfaff machine! They are built-in on the Creative Icon, Performance Icon and the Pfaff 720. Learn how to hold and fold the fabric for this new way to piece and embellish at the same time. We'll finish it off with a piped trim and binding.
Cost: $ 15.00
Premier+2 Software Classes - Free to all who purchased from McKinney Sew and Vac
Software gives you creative freedom to design beautiful, one-of-a-kind garments, accessories, home furnishings and more. Bring your laptop and we'll go through lessons together. Classes 1-3 are for those with software up to Premier Extra. Classes 4-6 are for those with Premier Ultra. Click on the picture to see Class Date and level.
Cost: $ FREE
Software gives you creative freedom to design beautiful, one-of-a-kind garments, accessories, home furnishings and more. Bring your laptop and we'll go through lessons together. Classes 1-3 are for those with software up to Premier Extra. Classes 4-6 are for those with Premier Ultra. Click on the picture to see Class Date and level.
Cost: $ FREE
Premier+2 ULTRA Class - Rawedge Applique and Long Stitch Leaves
This class is for those who have completed or are near completing the Master the Basics classes 1-6. We will use the Create Module to reshape artwork, replace regular fill areas with specialty fills and then digitize a two-color border. Part 2 of this lesson will use one of the new bean stitch motifs to produce a thick, heavy stitch that emulates handwork.
Cost: $ 10.00
This class is for those who have completed or are near completing the Master the Basics classes 1-6. We will use the Create Module to reshape artwork, replace regular fill areas with specialty fills and then digitize a two-color border. Part 2 of this lesson will use one of the new bean stitch motifs to produce a thick, heavy stitch that emulates handwork.
Cost: $ 10.00
Starry Skies Quilt - Suitable for Beginners!
This class takes you all the way from the first cut to stitching the binding! You will learn rotary cutting techniques and piecing methods that will insure accurate results. Finished size is 68" x 70." A great "first" quilt!
Cost: $ 50.00
This class takes you all the way from the first cut to stitching the binding! You will learn rotary cutting techniques and piecing methods that will insure accurate results. Finished size is 68" x 70." A great "first" quilt!
Cost: $ 50.00
Wrap It Up! Project using Pfaff Exclusive Techniques!
This class is designed for all Pfaff machine that have Ribbon and Stacking Stitches along with Stitch Creator. Learn to use all these excellent features to create a travel wrap for your accessories.
Cost: $ 15.00
This class is designed for all Pfaff machine that have Ribbon and Stacking Stitches along with Stitch Creator. Learn to use all these excellent features to create a travel wrap for your accessories.
Cost: $ 15.00
Class Policies
To register for a class, please phone the store, 336-274-6793, or come by. A supply list will be given to you when you sign up.
Our classes are designed for students 16 and older.
Supplies are not included in the class fee unless so stated. We make every effort to keep the cost of our classes at a reasonable fee and to insure customer satisfaction. In order for us to do this, we encourage you to purchase your class supplies from us. Our classes start on time. Please have all your supplies purchased before the class begins.
Payment for a class is required when you register. You may also phone the store and pay with a debit or credit card.
Cancellations must be received at least one week (7 days) prior to the start of a class for a refund to be given. If you are unable to attend a class, we are happy to transfer you to another class or issue a credit or refund if we are notified one week prior to the starting date. Instructors reserve the right to cancel a class if the minimum attendance requirements are not met. A full refund will be given for any class canceled by the instructor.
Inclement Weather Policy: If Guilford County Schools are closed, all classes that day will be canceled and rescheduled. If Guilford County Schools call for a 2-hour delay, we will have the class as scheduled.
Our classes are designed for students 16 and older.
Supplies are not included in the class fee unless so stated. We make every effort to keep the cost of our classes at a reasonable fee and to insure customer satisfaction. In order for us to do this, we encourage you to purchase your class supplies from us. Our classes start on time. Please have all your supplies purchased before the class begins.
Payment for a class is required when you register. You may also phone the store and pay with a debit or credit card.
Cancellations must be received at least one week (7 days) prior to the start of a class for a refund to be given. If you are unable to attend a class, we are happy to transfer you to another class or issue a credit or refund if we are notified one week prior to the starting date. Instructors reserve the right to cancel a class if the minimum attendance requirements are not met. A full refund will be given for any class canceled by the instructor.
Inclement Weather Policy: If Guilford County Schools are closed, all classes that day will be canceled and rescheduled. If Guilford County Schools call for a 2-hour delay, we will have the class as scheduled.