This is a 12-month series of Tucker University -Year 2, taught by Certified Studio 180 Design Instructor, Kathy Tucker. Students may enroll each month individually or all the classes at once.
The Studio 180 Design tools that covered are covered:
Rapid Fire Hunters Star
Four Patch Square Up
Wedge Star
Corner Pop III
Star 60
Wing Clipper
Year 2 of Tucker University offers 12 technique courses for using Deb Tucker’s Studio 180 Design tools to develop exact precision and incredible designs. Students practice how to use a new tool and apply it to a plethora of patterns and designs. Each month is supported by Design Sheets,
Technique Sheets, and Free Project Patterns for students to realize the many options they can create using their Deb Tucker Studio 180 Design tools. Students will be able to create a project of their choosing as they develop and design their stunning units. Don’t worry, no grades are given, only fun and inspiration.
Full Class Dates:
Tuesday, January 23, 2024 – 10:30AM-1:30PM
Tuesday, February 20, 2024 – 10:30AM-1:30PM
Tuesday, March 26, 2024 – 10:30AM-1:30PM
Tuesday, April 23, 2024 – 10:30AM-1:30PM
Tuesday, May 28, 2024 – 10:30AM-1:30PM
Tuesday, June 25, 2024 – 10:30AM-1:30PM
Tuesday, July 23, 2024 – 10:30AM-1:30PM
Tuesday, August 27, 2024 – 10:30AM-1:30PM
Tuesday, September 24, 2024 – 10:30AM-1:30PM
Tuesday, October 15, 2024 – 10:30AM-1:30PM
Tuesday, November 26, 2024 – 10:30AM-1:30PM
Tuesday, December 17, 2024 – 10:30AM-1:30PM
Students must pre-order Studio 180 Design Sheet and Technique Sheet from Sewing and Vacuum Warehouse no later than 2 weeks prior to the class. Students must have Design Sheet and Technique Sheet prior to class!
Note: Your supply list will be available as a digital download in your order email.
The Scissor Guy - Scissor Sharpening - Houston
Last Wednesday of the Month
Check or Exact Cash Only!
Dull scissors and blades no more! Bring your scissors, pinking shears, and rotary blades and get them sharpened by The Scissor Guy! Put your items in a bag with your name on it and drop it off it off at the store. Please make sure you drop off your items the day before to ensure they get sharpened. Same day drops offs are not guaranteed to get sharpened! Items will be available for pick up next business day at 10:00AM. If you are paying by check, please make checks out to The Scissor Guy.
Prices for Sharpening:
Scissors & Picking Shears - $4 + Tax
Rotary Blades - $3 + Tax
Check or Exact Change only!
For more information please call the store: 281-469-5377 Ext 1
10:30 am: Beginner Sewing: Sew Your Own Skirt Class with Forward Stitching
– September 25, 2024
18351 State Highway 249, Houston, TX 77070
Instructor: Forward Stitching - Kelly Howard Price - $85
Unlock the full protentional of your creativity and master essential sewing techniques to create a stylish, customer skirt. Perfect for absolute beginners and hobbyists alike! *Project materials included!*
What You'll Learn:
Basic Sewing Techniques - Learn how to operate a sewing machine, understand different stitches, and practice essential sewing skills like hemming, seaming, and finishing edges.
Fabric Knowledge - Gain insights into various types of fabrics, the properties, and how to choose the right fabric for different projects.
We Bee Stitchin' - Houston
Fourth Thursday of Every Month - 10:30AM - 4:00PM
Price - $30 per year
Do you have any unfinished projects? Come join us for an all-day open sew with the We Bee Stitchin' sewing bee. We meet the fourth Thursday of every month from 10:30AM - 4:00PM. This is an open sewing group where members will be allowed to bring their machines and any unfinished projects they may want to work on and spend the day in the company of others sewing. Come for a few hours or stay all day and play! We Bee Stitchin' is a great way to get together with a group of people who share your enthusiasm! Enjoy your time and be inspired to complete your projects!
What To Bring:
Your sewing machine
Your unfished projects and supplies
Pack a lunch, snacks, and beverage (Cups must have a screw on lid)
Club Leader: Stacey Chandler and Joanne Peterson Email - stacey1622003@yahoo.com
Please be advised that this group's meeting day may be subject to change due to upcoming events.
10:30 am: Bag Maker's Sewciety - ByAnnie Easy Does It
– September 28, 2024
18351 State Highway 249 Ste A, Houston, TX 77070
Instructor: AD White Price: $35.00
Welcome to the Bag Maker's Sewciety! This class will teach you how to quilt fabric with Soft & Stable, attach a zipper, bind raw edges, and attach interfaced handles. All the skills you'll need for any ByAnnie pattern! The Easy Does It pattern will help you create a handy zipper bag with attached handles to store and carry all your essentials. Also makes a quick and easy gift! The Piecekeeper pattern allows you to create a zippered bag perfect for carrying all your project pieces or supplies. Sign up today to learn the basics for all ByAnnie patterns!
Easy Does It covers:
Quilting fabrics with Soft & Stable
Attach a zipper for zipper stripes made from quilted fabric
Join zipper strips to side strip and bind edge for a flat finish
Join three-dimensional pieces
Bind raw edges on dimensional bags
Tips for going around corners
Tips for joining edges
Tips for finishing binding
Piecekeeper covers:
Quilting fabrics with Soft & Stable
Attach a zipper and border to a mesh pocket
Make interfaced handle
Make custom bias binding
Bind raw edges
Note: Your supply list and free ByAnnie patterns will be available as a digital download in your order email.
You are now being directed to Sewing & Vacuum Warehouse Fabrics! For all fabric purchases please place your order through Sewing & Vacuum Warehouse Fabrics.