Northern New England chapter
Sunday, May 19 12:00pm – 2:00pm
Presented by DAG Ambassador, Jane Nichols Bishop
This is a FREE event. Registration is required, so please call us at 603-373-0151 to reserve your spot. Jane will talk about the DAG organization and will also explain how the sundresses and t-shirt dresses are made. Two stitches will be constructing these garments during the lecture. Jane’s goal for DAG NH is 4000 dresses in 2024 – we need your help to make this happen.

Free Motion Quilting Basics
Wed, June 5 11am – 2pm
Cost: $35
Instructor: Bryce Caldwell
Please call to reserve your seat. 603-373-0151

All you need to bring is your sewing machine in good working condition with a free motion foot installed, a collection of threads (polyester, cotton, rayon content in a variety of weights and colors OK) and 3 or four 18” fabric/batting/fabric sandwiches (a variety of prints makes stitching more fun!).. If you have an extension table for your machine, that would also be helpful. And, we have free motion gloves in stock if you need to purchase some. Learn about muscle memory and how to set up your machine with the feed teeth lowered. Then, we’ll start out with some simple designs and practice, practice, practice! It’ll be FUN!

The Crescent Bag Class
Saturday, June 8 11:00am – 3:00pm
Cost: $40
Instructor: Pat Newman
Please call to reserve your seat. 603-373-0151

This petite tote is perfect for stashing a knitting project and a few essentials. The small shape fits snugly under your arm and the curved lines really play up its feminine design. The zippered front pocket holds those little items you want to keep secure and easy to access—while adding a fun detail—and its flat bottom makes it easy to set on a table. You’ll love keeping this tote by your side! Special features: front zippered pocket, interior zippered pocket and flat bottom. Skill Level: Advanced Beginner. Approximate Finished Dimensions: 10¾” [27.3 cm] tall, 10” [25.4 cm] wide and 5½” [14 cm] deep (measured at oval base). Purchase of pattern required. Receive 10% off items purchased at Seacoast Sewing for class and on items purchased during class.

Payment due in full at time of sign up. Class fee will be refunded in full if we cancel or if student cancels at the latest one week before class begins.

Color Falls Quilt Class
Saturday, June 15 11:00am – 2:00pm
Cost: $35
Instructor: Bryce Caldwell
Please call to reserve your seat. 603-373-0151

A Strip Club pattern for 2½” inch strips, revised and colorized in September of 2022! This stunning quilt has a Bargello effect, but it’s not as difficult since it’s put together in blocks. When picking your fabrics, collect them in groups of four ranging from light to dark. Choose a background and borders to complement. Purchase of pattern required. Receive 10% off items purchased at Seacoast Sewing for class and on items purchased during class.

Level: Beginner

Payment due in full at time of sign up. Class fee will be refunded in full if we cancel or if student cancels at the latest one week before class begins.

The Nyla Jacket
Pattern by Sew Creative Lounge
Sewing Experience Level: Beginner
Instructor: Patricia Newman
Mon June 17 10am – 4pm
Cost: $69 & purchase of pattern $24.99
Please call to reserve your seat. 603-373-0151

The simplicity of the Nyla Jacket design combined with the bright, bold fabric makes for a wonderful and wearable garment. It is the ideal jacket for those slightly cool autumn and spring days. The HUGE hood makes it very cozy and attractive and it has deep pockets. Easy to sew, wonderful to wear – what is not to like?! Make yours from two identical jelly rolls OR use a lightweight to medium weight fabric that you absolutely love! This is a multi-size pattern: all sizes from S to 3 XL are on the same pattern. It was created for a person approximately 5’6″ tall. If your height is above or below, you may adjust pattern length by a few inches to the bottom of the pattern.

*** PLEASE READ IMPORTANT ***

If you are using jelly roll strips to make your jacket, you must complete STEP 1 BEFORE class. Here are the instructions for STEP 1:

Step 1: With RIGHT SIDES together, sew all the strips together to form one “body” of fabric. Each jelly roll is composed of 42 strips. Repeat this step for the second jelly roll and attach the two pieces together forming one piece of fabric with 84 strips.

*** SUPPLY LIST ***

_ 2 Jelly Rolls

_ 3 Yards Coorindating/Contrasting Print for Lining

_ 1 Yard Woven Fusible Interfacing (for the FRONT FACING)

_ 5 1.5″ Buttons (Optional) You can use leftover strips as a belt or use leftover scraps to cover buttons or use no buttons at all

_ Sewing Machine in good working condition

_ Scissors

_ Pins

_ Sewing Gauge

_ Chalk or Marker

_ Coordinating Thread

All Stars Quilt Class
Wed June 19 11:00am – 2:00pm
Cost: $35
Instructor: Bryce Caldwell
Please call to reserve your seat. 603-373-0151

All Stars – A Strip Club Pattern Designed for 2½” Inch Strips! With one simple block twisted and turned, you can make a stunning quilt filled with stars. Originally designed and perfect for Jelly Rolls! This would make a great quilt for QOV! Purchase of pattern required. Receive 10% off items purchased at Seacoast Sewing for class and on items purchased during class. Payment due in full at time of sign up. Class fee will be refunded in full if we cancel or if student cancels at the latest one week before class begins. Level: beginner.

Payment due in full at time of sign up. Class fee will be refunded in full if we cancel or if student cancels at the latest one week before class begins.

Fast & Fun Ways To Make Disappearing Nine Patch Quilts
Monday, July 15 10am – 4pm
Cost: $49.00 Instructor: Sue Michaels
Fast, fun and sometimes unpredictable outcomes make using this technique fun! Depending on how we cut the nine patch, how many sequences of cuts and of course color placement in our original nine patch blocks, will make for interesting and unique final blocks.

In this class we will explore 6 to 8 different techniques for making disappearing nine patch quilts. Simple sewing and cutting techniques will turn your basic nine patch units into fun and intricate blocks. You may even invent your own block! Pattern inspiration will be provided. This class is appropriate for all skill levels. Supply list will be provided at time of sign up.

Free Motion Quilting Basics
Fri, July 19 11am – 2pm
Cost: $35
Instructor: Bryce Caldwell
Please call to reserve your seat. 603-373-0151

All you need to bring is your sewing machine in good working condition with a free motion foot installed, a collection of threads (polyester, cotton, rayon content in a variety of weights and colors OK) and 3 or four 18” fabric/batting/fabric sandwiches (a variety of prints makes stitching more fun!).. If you have an extension table for your machine, that would also be helpful. And, we have free motion gloves in stock if you need to purchase some. Learn about muscle memory and how to set up your machine with the feed teeth lowered. Then, we’ll start out with some simple designs and practice, practice, practice! It’ll be FUN!

The Mondo Bag Class
Monday, July 22 10:00am – 4:00pm
Cost: $49.00
Instructor: Sue Michaels
Please call to reserve your seat. 603-373-0151

Did I hear you say “If only I had room in my bag for one more thing…”? This pack contains instructions and Quiltsmart printed interfacing panels to make one Mondo Bag. Perfectly-matched seams, easy construction, roomy, comfortable bag using Quiltsmart grid interfacing technique. Bag bottom is about 10″ square with 17″ tall sides. Purchase of pattern required. Receive 10% off items purchased at Seacoast Sewing for class and on items purchased during class.

Payment due in full at time of sign up. Class fee will be refunded in full if we cancel or if student cancels at the latest one week before class begins.