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Sewing Class for Beginners - August

Ever wanted to learn how to sew? Now is your chance!

Unleash your inner crafter and learn a valuable, creative new skill! Whether you have never touched a sewing machine before or are looking to refresh your basic skills, join us at the Arts & Crafts Center for a fun, creative evening designed entirely for complete beginners.

Bring a friend and enjoy a crafty-filled night out! With the guidance of an expert instructor, you will learn the basics of sewing and piece together your very own beginner-friendly mini quilt wall hanging featuring a beautiful sea turtle design. Click here for a printable event flyer!


What You’ll Create

Our step-by-step instruction makes sewing easy and stress-free. In this class, you will learn how to:

  • Handle fabric and follow a simple beginner pattern.

  • Assemble blocks and sew straight seams.

  • Create a gorgeous mini quilt wall hanging that you can proudly display at home!

Fabric & Supplies: What to Bring

To make your mini quilt, please bring the following fat quarters with you to class:

  • 3 Blue fat quarters

  • 2 Tan fat quarters

  • 1 Brown fat quarter

  • 1 Green fat quarter

Sewing Machines & Tools:

  • Bring Your Own: If you have your own sewing machine and sewing supplies, please bring them! It is a wonderful opportunity to practice on the machine you will use at home.

  • Borrow Ours: If you do not own a sewing machine, don't worry! A limited number of sewing machines are available for use at the Arts & Crafts Center on a first-come, first-served basis.


Event Details at a Glance

  • Date: Friday, August 28

  • Time: 4:30 PM – 7:30 PM

  • Location: Arts & Crafts Center (Bldg. 9205 Ruf Ave., Fort Rucker, AL)

  • Cost: Only $5 per person!

  • RSVP Deadline: Monday, August 26


Register and Reserve Your Machine Today!

Spaces are limited, and pre-registration is required. To reserve your spot—and to secure one of our studio sewing machines if you need one—please contact us.

  • Phone: (334) 255-9020

  • Address: Arts & Crafts Center, Bldg. 9205 Ruf Ave., Fort Rucker, AL

Can't make this exact time? Make-up classes will be available! Call the Arts & Crafts Center for more details.

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