summer programs

DROP-IN SEW DAYS

All Skills beginner to Advanced

Wednesday & Thursday

[11:00am-4:00pm]

Looking to take a break from those hot summer days? Why not join the Algonquin Sewing Center over the summer months for one of their cool drop in sew days.

Drop-in sew days are a great way to unwind, relax and socialize all while getting the chance to be creative. Not unlike quilting retreats Sew days allow sewers and quilters to complete on-going projects in a comfortable workspace that both supportive and distraction free.

  • June 3, 4, 10, 11, 17 & 18

  • July 2, 8, 9, 22 & 23 (no program July 15 & 16)

  • August 5, 6, 19, 20 (no program August 12 & 13)

Cost: $10/day

*No mandatory pre-registration, however it is a first come first serve workspace. Should you like to guarantee your work station for the day you may register in advance for this program in person or over the phone.

Summer Mini Retreats

Open to all

Facilitator: Wendy

Wed. [10:00am-4:00pm] & Thur. [10:00am-5:00pm]

Dates

  • Wednesday, June 24 & Thursday, June 25

  • Wednesday, July 29 & Thursday, July 30

  • Wednesday, August 26 & Thursday, August 27

Cost: $65/per retreat
Dinners on Wednesday evening is included, lunches are bring your own. Kettle and warm drink options will be available throughout the duration of the retreat.
Let us know any dietary restrictions when signing up.

WHAT TO BRING WITH YOU

  • Bring your own project(s).

  • Bring your sewing machine and supplies.

  • Ironing boards, irons, cutting table and cutting mats are supplied.

  • All equipment you bring can be left every night as the room we are in will be locked.

*If you do not have a sewing machine you are capable of bringing with you to classes or workshops, the Algonquin Sewing Center has sewing machine available for rent at the cost of $10 per page. Please let the staff know when you register for programming if you require a sewing machine rental.

All Algonquin Sewing Center Classes & Workshops are subject to change without notice.

Images that are used in class descriptions and advertising are meant to demonstrate possible styles, techniques and methods that will be explored during various Algonquin Sewing Center programs. They are not exact examples of projects that participants will be creating while in class, nor are they created using fabrics the Algonquin Sewing Center can guarantee will be available in store for purchase at the time of any chosen class.