Class Policies

Classes are limited to 6 students, so please sign up in advance. Payment is required to reserve your space. Class fees will be refunded if we are notified at least 7 days before the class begins. If the class is canceled by Spool, you will receive a full refund.

Sewing machines are provided for each student. Materials are not included unless otherwise noted.

Call (215: 545 0755) or visit the shop to register!

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Private Sewing Lessons

If you don't see the class you're looking for or if you prefer to learn one-on-one, we offer private lessons. We are currently able to offer private lessons Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday between 12 and 5PM. Please call or stop in to discuss your goals with us and to schedule a lesson.

Learn To Sew

Sundays, March 14 & 21: 10AM-12PM
Thursdays, March 18 & 25: 6-8PM
Sundays, March 28 & April 4: 10AM-12PM
Wednesdays, March 31 & April 7: 6-8PM

Sundays, May 2 & 9: 10AM-12PM
Thursdays, May 13 & 20: 6-8PM
Sundays, May 16 & 23: 10AM-12PM
Thursdays, May 27 & June 3: 6-8PM

Sundays, June 6 & 13: 10AM-12PM
Thursdays, June 10 & June 17: 6-8PM
Sundays, June 20 & June 27: 10AM-12PM
Thursdays, June 21 & July 1: 6-8PM

Ready to get sewing but not sure how to start? Then this is the class for you! You'll learn the basics of using a machine and make your first foray into rotary cutting to create a pretty and useful grocery tote.

All materials are included. Use of our sewing machines, rotary cutters, scissors, mats, and rulers are included for class sessions.

Quick Start Quilting

Wednesdays, May 26, June 2 & 9: 6-8PM
Wednesdays, June 16, 23, 30: 6-8PM

Learn the basic steps of creating a small quilt suitable for a child's blanket or wall hanging. You will create a basic four patch block, baste, machine quilt, and bind your quilt. You should be familiar with sewing machine basics to take this class.

Materials: thread, 2.25 yards of fabric, batting. All materials are available for purchase at Spool. Use of our sewing machines, rotary cutters, scissors, mats, and rulers are included for class sessions.

Beginning Quilting

Wednesdays, April 14, 21, 28, May 5, 12, & 19: 6-8PM

This six week course takes you through creating 2 quilt block styles, piecing a quilt top with borders, basting and machine quilting, and binding your first quilt! You should be familiar with sewing machine basics to take this class. There is sewing homework required to complete your quilt, so you should own a sewing machine or be prepared to rent time on our machines.

Materials: thread, batting, 4.5 yards of fabric total. All materials are available for purchase at Spool. Use of our sewing machines, rotary cutters, scissors, mats, and rulers are included for class sessions.

Domestic Goddess Apron

Sundays, April 18 & 25: 12:30- 2:30

Aprons are a fun a way to use wild fabrics and make great gifts! We will be making the half apron in class, using Amy Butler's Domestic Goddess Apron pattern. The apron has pockets, pleats, and a tie back. We recommend that you purchase your pattern and cut out the paper pieces prior to the first class. We used laminated fabric for ours, and while you don't have to, this apron is so much fun, you know you want to! You should be familiar with sewing machine basics to take this class.

Materials: pattern, thread, .75 -1 yard main fabric, depending on chosen length. 1-1.5 yards coordinating fabric for ties, depending on length. All materials are available for purchase at Spool. Use of our sewing machines, rotary cutters, scissors, mats, and rulers are included for class sessions.

A-Line Skirts

Sundays April 18, 25, & May 2: 3-5PM

Spruce up your wardrobe with your own handmade, one of a kind skirt! Learn to use a pattern and take good measurements to ensure a proper fit. We will be using Amy Butler's Barcelona Skirts pattern. Use this pattern again and again to create a unique skirt for every day of the week!

To take this class, you should know your way around a sewing machine and have completed at least one other small project. Please come to the shop to pick out your fabric a few days prior to the class, so that you can launder it before the first class.

Materials: pattern, 2 yards fabric, 2 yards lining fabric, thread and 7" zipper. Use of our sewing machines, rotary cutters, scissors, mats, and rulers are included for class sessions.

Zipper Pouch

Saturday, March 20: 3-5PM Sunday May 9: 3-5PM

Learn to make this fun and handy zipper pouch - perfect for keeping small essentials together. Great for yourself and for holiday gifts!

You should be familiar with sewing machine basics to take this class. Materials: thread, 9" zipper, two .25 yards or 2 fat quarters fabric. All materials are available for purchase at Spool. Use of our sewing machines, rotary cutters, scissors, mats, and rulers are included for class sessions.

Envelope Pillow

Saturday, April 3: 2-4PM
Saturday, May 8: 1-3PM
Sunday May 16: 3-5PM

Spruce up your home decor with a pretty new pillow! Learn to make a simple envelope style pillow in your favorite fabric. You must be familiar with sewing machine basics to take this class.

Materials: 1.25 yards fabric, thread. All materials are available for purchase at Spool. Use of our sewing machines, rotary cutters, scissors, mats, and rulers are included for class sessions.

Piano Keys Quilt

Saturdays, May 15 & 22: 11AM-2PM

Explore your color creativity with this amazing quilt! With the guidance of the pattern's designer, you will arrange your simple-to-piece blocks to make an unique quilt suitable for a wall hanging, lap blanket or baby quilt.

In the first class you will cut and piece the quilt top and in the second baste and begin to quilt. You must be familiar with sewing machine and rotary cutter basics to take this class.

Materials: Pattern,10 fat quarters or 1/4 yards, thread. 2 yards backing, 60" x 60" batting. Finished size: 44" x 48". Pattern includes instructions for a 72" x 80" version as well. All materials are available for purchase at Spool. Use of our sewing machines, rotary cutters, scissors, mats, and rulers are included for class sessions.

Quilted Pillow Cover

Saturdays, May 15 & 22: 3-5PM

This pillow is not only cheerful and bright, it's a great skill building project as well! You will learn to rotary cut and piece diagonal stripey blocks, and explore free motion quilting. The pillow is finished with a simple envelope style back.

You must be familiar with sewing machine & rotary cutter basics to take this class.

Materials: thread, 6 fat quarters for blocks, 1/2 yard fabric for pillow backing. 1/2 yard of muslin for pillow front backing. All materials are available for purchase at Spool. Use of our sewing machines, rotary cutters, scissors, mats, and rulers are included for class sessions.

Smocked Sundress

Saturdays, June 5 & 12: 10AM-1PM

Warm weather is right around the corner, and you will need a pretty new dress to fully enjoy it! Using elastic thread, you will create a smocked top dress that looks great on all shapes and sizes. Heather Ross has generously provided a free pattern on her website to make this adorable frock.

You should be familiar with sewing basics to take this class.

Materials: thread, elastic thread, 2.5 yards fabric. All materials are available for purchase at Spool. Use of our sewing machines, rotary cutters, scissors, mats, and rulers are included for class sessions.

Wristlet Purse

Sunday, May 2: 12:30-2:30

Feel light and carefree, carrying just the essentials with this simple wristlet purse. Using Kwik Sew Pattern 3651, you will learn to put in a zipper, use interfacing, and attach a cute handle. This makes a perfect gift for Mother's Day!

You should be familiar with sewing machine basics to take this class.

Materials: pattern, 2 fat quarters of 1/4 yards of fabric, thread, 9" zipper. All materials are available for purchase at Spool. Use of our sewing machines, rotary cutters, scissors, mats, and rulers are included for class sessions.

Circle Skirt

Sundays, May 9, 16 & 23: 12:30- 2:30

Swoosh goes the circle skirt! This feminine and super comfy skirt can be yours! Using Kwik Sew pattern 3637, you will learn to use a pattern, construct your garment, and put in a zipper. Don't be surprised if you find yourself do a little twirl when you're wearing this skirt!

You should be familiar with sewing machine basics and have completed at least one other small project to take this class. We recommend purchasing your fabric ahead of time, so that it can be laundered in time for class.

Materials: pattern, thread, 3- 3.75yards fabric depending on size and length, 7" zipper

Men's Summer Shirt

Sundays, June 6 & 13: 12:30- 3:30

Make this casual and comfortable shirt for the fella in your life - or if you're a fella, make it for yourself! In this class, you will use Kwik Sew pattern 3421 to learn to set in a sleeve, attach a collar, and make a button band. This is a perfect Father's Day gift, and a great way to kick off a summer of backyard barbeques!

You must be familiar with sewing machine basics to take this class, and have made garments previously.We recommend purchasing your fabric ahead of time, so that it can be laundered in time for class.

Wrap Skirt

Sundays, June 20 & 27 12:30AM -2:30PM

Wrap skirts are so easy and versatile - perfect for all your summer activities! Take your first steps into garment sewing with Kwik Sew pattern 2954. You'll have this skirt done in time to wear to the 4th of July picnic!

You should be familiar with sewing machine basics to take this class. We recommend purchasing your fabric ahead of time, so that it can be laundered in time for class.

Materials: 2 - 3.5 yards of fabric depending on size and length, pattern, thread. All materials are available for purchase at Spool. Use of our sewing machines, rotary cutters, scissors, mats, and rulers are included for class sessions.

Frenchy Bag

Saturdays, May 1 & 8: 10AM-12PM

Show off your joie de vivre with the stylish and sweet Frenchy Bag. You will learn how make a pleat and pockets, use interfacing, and install a magnetic snap. You should be familiar with sewing machine basics to take this class. Please have your fabric selected and pattern pieces cut out prior to the first class.

Materials: pattern, 1.5 to 2.25 yards of fabric depending on size, interfacing, thread, magnetic snap. All materials are available for purchase at Spool. Use of our sewing machines, rotary cutters, scissors, mats, and rulers are included for class sessions.

Open Sewing

Wednesday through Friday from 12-5

You are welcome to use our sewing machines, irons, and all the tools we have available, for your projects. We offer a clean, bright, quiet space to get creative. You should be familiar with sewing basics for this independent project time.