District 622 Community Education

Do you know how to use your sewing machine but looking for a simple project to build your confidence and skills? Choose from various cotton fabrics and then make one or two simple projects, such as a bowl or cup cozy, an oven mitt, a placemat, a hair bow, or a pet bandana. $10 supply fee paid to instructor in class for fabric. Supply List Sewing machine White, all-purpose thread Fabric scissors or rotary cutter and mat Ruler Seam Ripper Pins For classes at Gladstone Park in the main lot on Manton St and enter through door 1E. The gym is to the right of the lobby and the classrooms are down the first hallway on the left.

Kick off the summer by creating a simple, yet eye-catching plant hanger that displays three natural or artificial plants. Hang it on a porch or shed or enjoy it in your home office or sunroom. A variety of subtle, colorful and whimsical canvas fabrics will be available for you to choose from. Basic sewing skills recommended. $25 supply fee paid to instructor. Supply List Sewing machine All-purpose thread Fabric scissors or rotary cutter and mat Ruler Seam Ripper Universal sewing machine needle, size 14 or 16 Pins For Classes at John Glenn Park in the front parking lot and enter through door 3N – Activities Entrance.

Did you know that hand embroidery has been practiced around the world for centuries and includes over 300 different stitches? Join us for this introductory class where you’ll learn 10 basic stitches including the Running, Back, Chain, and Blanket stitch, a French Knot, and more. Leave class with a completed project and the confidence to tackle hand embroidery on your own. Bring a 6” embroidery hoop and scissors. $5 supply fee paid to instructor Sandra Bengtson For Classes at Gladstone Park in the main lot on Manton St and enter through door 1E. The gym is to the right of the lobby and the classrooms are down the first hallway on the left.

Get creative while turning random pieces of fabric and ribbon into decorative flowers that can be displayed or worn on your favorite hat, jacket or outfit. Have fun as you cut, hand-sew, or glue together various colors and patterns uniquely you. Finish by embellishing your flowers with specific buttons and bobbles! $5 supply fee payable to the instructor in class. Bring to Class: fabric scissors, a sharp pencil or fabric marking pen, glue gun if you have one. Sandra Bengtson For Classes at John Glenn Park in the front parking lot and enter through door 3N – Activities Entrance. For Classes at Gladstone Park in the main lot on Manton St and enter through door 1E. The gym is to the right of the lobby and the classrooms are down the first hallway on the left.