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Thursday April 3, 2025
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM    Quilting: Beginning Embellishments NEW! - Quilting: Beginning Embellishments NEW!
Learn several embellishing methods using threads, beads, lace, and other materials to enhance an article of clothing, decorative pillow cover, wall quilt/hanging, and more.  Basic techniques will include embroidery, beadwork, layered fabrics, and applique.  You will have the option of working on a specific item you bring to class, or work on a sample piece of fabric.Instructor can provide small packets of beading thread, assorted beads, buttons, lace and ribbons for $15.  There will also be an option to pick through a selection of different floss colors and fabric pieces for applique for an additional $10.  These options are for those who do not wish to invest in supplies while learning.Instructor:  Melissa J. DawsonSince making her first quilt in 1995 Melissa has tried various techniques and styles, but regardless of technique, design or materials they all rely on understanding the basics of measuring, color and construction. This beginning class will introduce these basics and encourage students to expand them into their own unique sense of color and design.
 
Tuesday April 8, 2025
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM    Sewing - Sewing
This class is based on your own individual project. The first class is held at Jo- Ann Fabrics in Westford, where you will receive help in choosing a pattern, fabric, and the supplies you will need for your project. In the following classes, you will learn how to measure correctly, read, adjust, cut out a pattern, and put it all together. Bringing your own sewing machine to class is required.  Instructor: Therese Quinn.About Our Instructor:Therese Quinn has been sewing for the past 35 years, and has taught adult education for the past 16 years. She is experienced in making girl officer, crossing guard, and cheerleading uniforms. Terry also has experience in making and altering bridal gowns and wedding party dresses. Along with those, she makes custom drapes, English smocked dresses, and children’s clothing from christening dresses up to prom dresses.
 
Thursday April 10, 2025
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM    Quilting: Beginning Embellishments NEW! - Quilting: Beginning Embellishments NEW!
Learn several embellishing methods using threads, beads, lace, and other materials to enhance an article of clothing, decorative pillow cover, wall quilt/hanging, and more.  Basic techniques will include embroidery, beadwork, layered fabrics, and applique.  You will have the option of working on a specific item you bring to class, or work on a sample piece of fabric.Instructor can provide small packets of beading thread, assorted beads, buttons, lace and ribbons for $15.  There will also be an option to pick through a selection of different floss colors and fabric pieces for applique for an additional $10.  These options are for those who do not wish to invest in supplies while learning.Instructor:  Melissa J. DawsonSince making her first quilt in 1995 Melissa has tried various techniques and styles, but regardless of technique, design or materials they all rely on understanding the basics of measuring, color and construction. This beginning class will introduce these basics and encourage students to expand them into their own unique sense of color and design.
 
Tuesday April 15, 2025
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM    Sewing - Sewing
This class is based on your own individual project. The first class is held at Jo- Ann Fabrics in Westford, where you will receive help in choosing a pattern, fabric, and the supplies you will need for your project. In the following classes, you will learn how to measure correctly, read, adjust, cut out a pattern, and put it all together. Bringing your own sewing machine to class is required.  Instructor: Therese Quinn.About Our Instructor:Therese Quinn has been sewing for the past 35 years, and has taught adult education for the past 16 years. She is experienced in making girl officer, crossing guard, and cheerleading uniforms. Terry also has experience in making and altering bridal gowns and wedding party dresses. Along with those, she makes custom drapes, English smocked dresses, and children’s clothing from christening dresses up to prom dresses.
 
Thursday April 17, 2025
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM    Quilting: Beginning Embellishments NEW! - Quilting: Beginning Embellishments NEW!
Learn several embellishing methods using threads, beads, lace, and other materials to enhance an article of clothing, decorative pillow cover, wall quilt/hanging, and more.  Basic techniques will include embroidery, beadwork, layered fabrics, and applique.  You will have the option of working on a specific item you bring to class, or work on a sample piece of fabric.Instructor can provide small packets of beading thread, assorted beads, buttons, lace and ribbons for $15.  There will also be an option to pick through a selection of different floss colors and fabric pieces for applique for an additional $10.  These options are for those who do not wish to invest in supplies while learning.Instructor:  Melissa J. DawsonSince making her first quilt in 1995 Melissa has tried various techniques and styles, but regardless of technique, design or materials they all rely on understanding the basics of measuring, color and construction. This beginning class will introduce these basics and encourage students to expand them into their own unique sense of color and design.
 
Tuesday April 29, 2025
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM    Sewing - Sewing
This class is based on your own individual project. The first class is held at Jo- Ann Fabrics in Westford, where you will receive help in choosing a pattern, fabric, and the supplies you will need for your project. In the following classes, you will learn how to measure correctly, read, adjust, cut out a pattern, and put it all together. Bringing your own sewing machine to class is required.  Instructor: Therese Quinn.About Our Instructor:Therese Quinn has been sewing for the past 35 years, and has taught adult education for the past 16 years. She is experienced in making girl officer, crossing guard, and cheerleading uniforms. Terry also has experience in making and altering bridal gowns and wedding party dresses. Along with those, she makes custom drapes, English smocked dresses, and children’s clothing from christening dresses up to prom dresses.
 
Thursday May 1, 2025
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM    Quilting: Beginning Embellishments NEW! - Quilting: Beginning Embellishments NEW!
Learn several embellishing methods using threads, beads, lace, and other materials to enhance an article of clothing, decorative pillow cover, wall quilt/hanging, and more.  Basic techniques will include embroidery, beadwork, layered fabrics, and applique.  You will have the option of working on a specific item you bring to class, or work on a sample piece of fabric.Instructor can provide small packets of beading thread, assorted beads, buttons, lace and ribbons for $15.  There will also be an option to pick through a selection of different floss colors and fabric pieces for applique for an additional $10.  These options are for those who do not wish to invest in supplies while learning.Instructor:  Melissa J. DawsonSince making her first quilt in 1995 Melissa has tried various techniques and styles, but regardless of technique, design or materials they all rely on understanding the basics of measuring, color and construction. This beginning class will introduce these basics and encourage students to expand them into their own unique sense of color and design.