Work Shops

The Algonquin Sewing Center is looking for individuals to join our creative team as workshop leaders & class instructors

— We are specifically looking for individuals who are able to teach;

  • Beginner Quilting Programs,

  • Garment Sewing,

  • Youth Sewing Instructors

If this is something that might interest you, please reach out via email or drop by our store front to discuss further.


Machine Applique

This workshop is best for confident beginners; individuals with a good working knowledge of their sewing machine.

Participants in a great starter class for those interested in trying their hand at Machine Applique.

Teacher: Helen

Date: Saturday, April 12

Time: 10:00-4:00

Cost: $40+tax+pattern+supplies


Landscape Wall Hanging

Using the faux stained glass technique, you’ll create a stunning landscape appliqué wall-hanging! Choose your pattern from one of the many available in the store. (materials must be purchased before class.)

Teacher: Dawna

Date: Saturday, May 10

Time: 10:00am-4:00pm

Cost: $40+tax+pattern+supplies


Jean Purse

This is an intermediate level workshop.

Create an adorable upcycled jean purse of your very own in this one day workshop.

Participants must bring at least one pair of old, 100% cotton jeans to the workshop. Bring more then one pair if you are looking for a variety of jean shades in your purse. Jeans should not have any stretch in them. We recommend men’s jeans.

Teacher: Ev

Date: Saturday, May 24

Time: 10:00am-4:00pm

Cost: $40+tax+pattern+supplies

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.