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Classes & Events

You will find a full selection of sewing and quilting classes at Sew Special Quilts.
From beginning quilting, sewing, garment making, $5 Quilt, and Embroidery Club,
we strive to be your one-stop shop for sewing expertise.

All class times and dates are subject to change.
 
Please be sure to register for all classes so that you are made aware of changes.

What Should You Bring to Class?
 Every class will have its own supply list published on the class description however it would be a good idea to
bring along basic sewing/quilting supplies. 


Class & Club Cancellation:  Please call the store to cancel.
SATX - 210.698.6076     KTX - 281-717-8033
There are NO REFUNDS for class cancellations.
You may receive a store credit when you cancel 72 hours before the scheduled class if we can fill your spot.
 
Store Credit cannot be given on No Shows.

Event Cancellation:  Please call the store to cancel.
SATX - 210.698.6076     KTX - 281-717-8033
There are NO REFUNDS for event cancellations. 
You may receive a store credit when you cancel 30 days before the scheduled event date if we can fill your spot. 
Store Credit cannot be given on No Shows.
THIS CALENDAR CONTAINS CLASSES AND EVENTS FROM BOTH LOCATIONS.

Classes


Come celebrate the 25th Anniversary of the Blueboneet Shop Hop with the Silver Jamboree

Cost: $ FREE
WELCOME Country Heritage Tours!

Judged quilt show with over 300 quilts, boutique, raffle quilt, and 40+ vendors.

Create Holiday Wonder with Kimberbell! North Pole Tier Tray 2-Day Embroidery Event

Cost: $ 199.00
This Mini Hop will be loads of fun with new samples, demos, and costumes!!

Join Laurie and participate in a monthly lesson on different aspects of the BERNINA V9 Software. Participation in these classes requires the purchase of the V9 upgrade from Sew Special Quilts.

Cost: $ FREE
ByAnnie Basics patterns give you the skills and techniques necessary to take on the challenges of regular ByAnnie patterns! Here's what you'll learn: Sewing with Soft and Stable to make quilted and non-quilted projects, making zippers of any length and style, installing zippers, working with mesh and vinyl, making boxed bottoms, making handles and straps, assembling dimensional projects and much more!

Cost: $ 30.00
ByAnnie Basics patterns give you the skills and techniques necessary to take on the challenges of regular ByAnnie patterns! Here's what you'll learn: Sewing with Soft and Stable to make quilted and non-quilted projects, making zippers of any length and style, installing zippers, working with mesh and vinyl, making boxed bottoms, making handles and straps, assembling dimensional projects and much more!

Cost: $ 30.00
Zippered pouches in five sizes are perfect for storing and carrying makeup, sewing supplies tech gear and more. Double sided zippers and handy grab tabs make the bags easy to open wide. When empty, the bags nest to save space.

Cost: $ 40.00
Create a roll-up organizer for your scissors, tools, pens and pencils. Add a ribbon for an easy tie to finish it up, then roll it up! Also make a scissor sheath to safely carry your sharp embroidery scissors. Holds a 4" pair of scissors and closes with a snap!

Cost: $ 20.00
Choose your favorite combo of precut strips, squares, yardage or scraps to craft this striking new quilt from Glenda Wilder Designs in your preferred finished size.

Cost: $ 60.00
Learn Foundation Paper Piecing Skills to make a Haunted House Hand Towel.

Cost: $ 50.00
2023 $5 Quilt (Block of the Month) is HERE! Join us on this 12 month journey in learning new piecing techniques. Save your seat by signing up.

2023 $5 Quilt (Block of the Month) is HERE! Join us on this 12 month journey in learning new piecing techniques. Save your seat by signing up.

2023 $5 Quilt (Block of the Month) is HERE! Join us on this 12 month journey in learning new piecing techniques. Save your seat by signing up.

2023 $5 Quilt (Block of the Month) is HERE! Join us on this 12 month journey in learning new piecing techniques. Save your seat by signing up.

2023 $5 Quilt (Block of the Month) is HERE! Join us on this 12 month journey in learning new piecing techniques. Save your seat by signing up.

2023 $5 Quilt (Block of the Month) is HERE! Join us on this 12 month journey in learning new piecing techniques. Save your seat by signing up.

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Join Sew Special, Quilter's Crossing, Quilter's Emporium, Quilter's Cottage, and Button and Bows for this fun Fall themed Shop Hop.

Cost: $ FREE
Greater Houston Jingle Bell Shop Hop

Cost: $ FREE
Do you own a Baby Lock Solaris Vision or Solaris with Upgrade 3 and want to learn about all the new Solaris features? Then this class is for you - we'll quilt in the hoop with the new Enhanced Border Function plus practice and discuss all the new hardware and software that came with your Vision/upgraded Solaris

Cost: $ FREE
New Owner classes are included with your purchase of a machine. You'll learn the basics plus the special features of your new machine. If your machine includes an embroidery module, that class is also included. (Aerial, Altair, Ballad, Chorus, Meridian, Pathfinder)

Cost: $ FREE
New Owner classes are included with your purchase of a machine. You?ll learn the basics plus the special features of your new machine. If your machine includes an embroidery module, that class is also included. (Accord, Aurora, Bloom, Flare, Verve, Vesta)

Cost: $ FREE
New Owner classes are included with your purchase of a machine. You will learn the basics of embroidery for your machine.

Cost: $ FREE
New Owner classes are included with your purchase of a machine. You?ll learn the basics plus the special features of your new machine. If your machine includes an embroidery module, that class is also included. (Accord, Aventura II, Brilliant, Jubilant, Lyric, Presto II, Soprano, Verve, Vesta)

Cost: $ FREE
New Owner classes are included with your purchase of a machine. You?ll learn the basics plus the special features of your new machine. If your machine includes an embroidery module, that class is also included.

Cost: $ FREE
New Owner classes are included with your purchase of a machine. You?ll learn the basics plus the special features of your new machine. If your machine includes an embroidery module, that class is also included.

Cost: $ FREE
This Hands-On class will teach you the mechanics of machine embroidery. ***REGISTRATION REQUIRED *** FREE IF YOU PURCHASED YOUR MACHINE FROM SEW SPECIAL. ***

Cost: $ FREE
This hands-on class will teach you the basic functions of your new machine. ***REGISTRATION REQUIRED *** ***FREE IF YOU PURCHASED YOUR MACHINE FROM SEW SPECIAL. ***

Cost: $ FREE
This second hands-on class will explore additional functions and the many stitches of your new machine. ***REGISTRATION REQUIRED *** FREE IF YOU PURCHASED YOUR MACHINE FROM SEW SPECIAL. ***

Cost: $ FREE
This lecture format class will teach the basics of machine embroidery. Hoops, stabilizers, designs ***REGISTRATION REQUIRED***

Cost: $ FREE
Bring up to 2 quilts for your appointment. You'll have the opportunity to choose your quilt pattern and thread. **Please be sure to bring all necessary items for your appointment - Quilt Top, Quilt Backing, Batting (if you are supplying)**

Cost: $ FREE
This class will cover Advanced sewing and Embroidery Features of the Altair and Meridian. Students will learn how to use the IQ positioning App to place designs. Multi hooping and quilting will also be covered. Prerequisite: Baby Lock 1 and 2, Embroidery Basics, and Baby Lock hands on embroidery. ** Registration Required ** Free if your machine was purchased from Sew Special Quilts **

Cost: $ FREE
This class will cover Advanced sewing and Embroidery Features of the Solaris. Students will learn how to use the many features for positioning embroidery designs and stitches. Split designs and quilting borders will also be covered. Prerequisite: Baby Lock 1 and 2, Embroidery Basics, and Baby Lock hands on embroidery. ** Registration Required ** Free if your machine was purchased from Sew Special Quilts **

Cost: $ FREE
Come learn how to embroider on your new Baby Lock machine. You'll learn how to transfer designs, hoop, and stitch them out in this hands-on class. All current Baby Lock domestic embroidery machines welcome. New Owner Classes 1 and 2, as well as Embroidery Basics, REQUIRED prior to taking this class. *REGISTRATION REQUIRED*PLEASE NO PERFUME

Cost: $ FREE
This Hands-On class will teach you the basics of your new machine. This class is for the following models: Solaris, Altair, Aerial, Vesta, Bloom, Aurora, Chorus, Ballad, Soprano, Lyric, Brilliant, Presto. ***Registration Required *** FREE if your machine was purchased from Sew Special Quilts**

Cost: $ FREE
This Hands-On class will delve further into the advanced features of your new machine. Class open to the following machines: Solaris, Altair, Aerial, Vesta, Bloom, Aurora, Chorus, Ballad, Soprano, Lyric, Brilliant, Presto **Registration Required** FREE if you purchased your machine from Sew Special Quilts.

Cost: $ FREE
This hands-on class will teach you the basics of your new Baby Lock Jet Threading Serger. Triumph, Accolade, Acclaim, Victory, Celebrate Older Models - Ovation, Imagine, Evolution welcome. **FREE if your machine was purchased from Sew Special Quilts**

Cost: $ FREE
This hands-on class will teach you the mechanics of your new embroidery machine. All CURRENT BERNINA embroidery machines: bernette 70 & 79, 5's, 7's, and 8's welcome in this class. New Owner Class 1 and Embroidery Basics REQUIRED before taking this class. **NO PERFUME! REGISTRATION REQUIRED** CLASS IS FREE IF MACHINE WAS PURCHASED FROM SEW SPECIAL QUILTS**

Cost: $ FREE
This hands on class will go over the basic functions of your new BERNINA Air Threading serger. (This class is subject to changed based on serger availability and delivery)

Cost: $ FREE
This hands-on class is designed for the new 4's, 5's, 7's, and 880, bernette 77 and 79 machines. (Excludes the 500 and 700 embroidery only machines) You'll learn all the basics of your new machine including winding and loading a bobbin, threading, and selecting stitches. **REGISTRATION REQUIRED ** FREE IF YOUR MACHINE WAS PURCHASED FROM SEW SPECIAL QUILTS**

Cost: $ FREE
This Hands-On class will delve deeper into the functions and settings of your machine. Class 1 required before taking Class 2. ** Registration Required! Class is FREE if you purchased your machine from Sew Special Quilts** This hands-on class is designed for the new 4's, 5's, 7's, and 880, bernette 77 and 79 machines. (Excludes the 500 and 700 embroidery only machines)

Cost: $ FREE
Learn the advanced features of your new 500, 700, 590, 770 Plus, 790 and 880 sewing machine. Class 1 and 2, Embroidery Basics and Hands On Embroidery are REQUIRED before taking this class. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. No Perfume Please!

Cost: $ FREE
This lecture format class will teach the basics of machine embroidery. Hoops, stabilizers, designs, O'MY! BERNINA and Baby Lock New Owners welcome. ***Registration required for class. Please No Perfume ***

Cost: $ FREE
This lecture format class will teach the basics of machine embroidery. Hoops, stabilizers, designs, O'MY! BERNINA and Baby Lock New Owners welcome. ***Registration required for class. ***

Cost: $ FREE
Come learn how to use your manual threaded serger. BERNETTE 44,48, 64, 68, BERNINA L450, L460, L850 Baby Lock Vibrant & Celebrate

Cost: $ FREE
Join Laurie and participate in a monthly lesson on different aspects of the BERNINA V9 Software. Participation in these classes requires the purchase of the V9 upgrade from Sew Special Quilts.

Cost: $ FREE
Fitting group meets here in our classroom monthly. For American Sewing Guild members.

Cost: $ FREE
This is second in a series of 3 Introduction to By Annie bagmaking classes. This class will introduce you to: - Work with vinyl and mesh - Attach and bind a zipper - Use fold-over elastic to bind a mesh pocket - Make custom bias binding - Assemble a simple project with multiple pockets - Bind raw edges and use the binding to create a strap Keep everything handy in this lightweight bag for yourself or a gift for someone else! It's ideal for conferences and shows, for workers who must carry an ID cards. Use the vinyl pocket to hold a name tag, ID card, shopping list, etc. Zipper fabric pocket can hold credit cards and cash. There is also room to carry a cell phone for easy access. The fabric strap can be customized to wear around the neck, over the shoulder or crossbody. Plenty of time will be given to complete the project in class.

Cost: $ 30.00
This is third in a series of Introduction to By Annie bagmaking classes. This class will introduce you to: - Attach a zipper to Zipper Strips made from quilted fabric - Join Zipper Strips to Side Strips to bind an edge for a flat finish - Join three-dimensional pieces - Bind raw edges on dimensional bags You will love the usefulness of this project and it makes a great present for all family members. The handy zippered bag with attached handles will store and carry all your essentials, gifts, craft items, toiletries, lunch, etc. Fabric quilted with Soft and Stables give it great body to stand up for stability and ensures long-lasting wear.

Cost: $ 40.00
This is first in a series of 3 - Introduction to By Annie bagmaking classes. This first class will introduce you to: - Sew with Soft N Stable interfacing - Make zippers any length an style - Install zippers - Work with mesh - Make boxed bottoms - Make handles and straps - Bind raw edges with fabric - Assemble dimensional projects First project is a basket for yourself or a gift for someone else! These sturdy little baskets can be used to hold all kinds of small treasures. Second project will be a flat zippered bag to carry project pieces and supplies.

Cost: $ 40.00
Create an organizer for yourself or a gift for someone else! This is a large zippered organizer 18.5" high x 13.5" wide that includes vinyl and mesh pockets. You'll have the choice of 4 styles, from 1 to 4 front vinyl zippered pouches and 1 full size mesh pocket on the back. This is suitable for personal travel items, sewing kits, small art supplies, toys, etc. Tips and tricks and add-ons will be presented during the class so you can add your special touch.

Cost: $ 40.00
Once a Month Quilting Bee

2023 $5 Quilt (Block of the Month) is HERE! Join us on this 12 month journey in learning new piecing techniques. Save your seat by signing up.

2023 $5 Quilt (Block of the Month) is HERE! Join us on this 12 month journey in learning new piecing techniques. Save your seat by signing up.

2023 $5 Quilt (Block of the Month) is HERE! Join us on this 12 month journey in learning new piecing techniques. Save your seat by signing up.

Cost: $ FREE
2023 $5 Quilt (Block of the Month) is HERE! Join us on this 12 month journey in learning new piecing techniques. Save your seat by signing up.

2023 $5 Quilt (Block of the Month) is HERE! Join us on this 12 month journey in learning new piecing techniques. Save your seat by signing up.

2023 $5 Quilt (Block of the Month) is HERE! Join us on this 12 month journey in learning new piecing techniques. Save your seat by signing up.

Calendar


Embroidery Basics.KTX

This lecture format class will teach the basics of machine embroidery. Hoops, stabilizers, designs ***REGISTRATION REQUIRED***

BERNINA Hands-On Embroidery.KTX

This Hands-On class will teach you the mechanics of machine embroidery. ***REGISTRATION REQUIRED *** FREE IF YOU PURCHASED YOUR MACHINE FROM SEW SPECIAL. ***

Embroidery Skill Building - Scissor Sheath & Roll Up .KTX

Create a roll-up organizer for your scissors, tools, pens and pencils. Add a ribbon for an easy tie to finish it up, then roll it up! Also make a scissor sheath to safely carry your sharp embroidery scissors. Holds a 4" pair of scissors and closes with a snap!

Sep 22
Greater San Antonio Quilt Guild Show
Sep 23
Embroidery Skill Building - Scissor Sheath & Roll Up .KTX
Sep 23
Greater San Antonio Quilt Guild Show


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