It's PROM Season!
Let us alter your prom dress
We now offer 3 things:
Alterations & Sewing Classes &t Now Selling Fabric!!
Please see the links below. There will be many fabrics to choose from. Thank you for your patience as fabric is slowly added. Photos, writing the listing and uploading take time.
ALL classes must be paid for at least 24 hr prior to class meeting, unless otherwise stated.
A L T E R A T I O N S
Alterations are done by appointment only-no walk-ins
NEW SEWING CLASS TIMES
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PLEASE NOTE: You will need fabric, a sewing pattern, the list of notions below, (scroll down) and matching thread to start the class.
Make a Zippered Skirt
Wednesdays
6 Sessions
6:30-9p
$450
Who is this class for?
This class is for the absolute beginner, or for those who have had “some” previous basic sewing skills, (I.e. high school sewing, Scouts) or you’ve made a pillow case.
What will I be able to do with my learned skills at the end of the class?
At the end of this sewing class, you will be able to:
Thread a sewing machine, fill a bobbin
Learn how to measure and compare your measurements to the pattern, make slight pattern adjustments to suit your figure
Learn to cut your tissue pattern for optimal sewing results
Learn to sew in straight lines, sew in a regular zipper or elastic, sew in a waistband and a basic hem
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Make a Button Down Shirt
Thursdays
6 Sessions
6 :30-9p
$450.
Who is this class for?
This class is for the advanced beginner, or for those who have had “some” previous basic sewing skills (maybe you’ve made simple garment or tote bag before)
What will I be able to do with my learned skills at the end of the class?
At the end of this sewing class, you will be able to:
Measure and compare your measurements to the pattern for a custom button down shirt
Learn to cut your tissue pattern for optimal sewing results
Thread a sewing machine, fill a bobbin. Operate a sewing machine, making straight & curved lines and simple machine sewn buttonholes
Learn to machine sew buttons on a shirt
Learn how to simply ease a sleeve cap, for beautiful results
Learn how to assemble and complete your shirt/top
Production sewing is not offered
Tailoring is not offered
Please read below, if you are unsure what is meant by "custom sewing", "production sewing" or "tailoring"
What custom sewing is: You want a dress made'
You started a shirt and need someone to finish it for you You need cushion or pillow covers for your couch
You would like curtains made/repaired/relined for your living room
You saw something cute on Pinterest, have no desire/time/skills to make it. You have started a project, and have no idea how to finish it-sorry, we will not complete your vision project
What production sewing is:
You are a designer and need someone to do sample garments for you
You have this great idea for mass producing _______, just need someone to make your dream a reality-This
is not us
What tailoring is:
Men's suits. We do not alter men's suits
To have your suits fitted, please consider a tailor
Where are you located?
2020 N. Western Ave.
In Bucktown, between McLean and Armitage, on Western Ave.
Conveniently located 1 mile west of I-90/94, Armitage exit.
By CTA, just 1 1/2 block north of the Blue Line, Westen Ave. stop
Steps from the 49 Western Bus Stop
Steps from the Armitage Ave. Bus stop
Steps from the Milwaukee Ave. Bus Stop
I've called, but no one answers the phone
Sorry-due to all of the phone scams, we do not take phone calls unless you are a registered student.
I've emailed, but have not gotten a response.
Please allow up to 2-3 days
We make every attempt to respond to all emails in a timely manner, but sometimes time just slips away. Thank you for your patience
What is your turnaround on an alteration?
Please allow 10 days. A rush fee starting at $25. will be added to any alterations requiring a rush
R E F U N D S
(Please ask if you have any questions)
Please know that once classes have begun, there are no refunds under any circumstance
You must complete all consecutive classes, makeup classes are not offered-please make sure you are available for all consecutive classes prior to signing up. Exceptions will not be made.
Thank you for understanding
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