Cover Hem Workshop with Gail Yellen

Date: Saturday, May 17th, 2014

Time: 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM

COST: $75.00

Class Description
Gail's Bio

Because the cover hem has lots of built-in stretch, it’s a wonderful way to hem knits, but did you ever think of all the other ways you can use this versatile stitch? In this hands-on workshop we’ll do a separating zipper application, a lapped seam, a no-facing neckline finish, an elastic application, and stitch “in the round.” Then it’s time for fun! When you put decorative thread in the chain looper, watch what happens. Did you know that you can actually “draw” on fabric with a chain stitch? The cover hem is a workhorse and a whole new embellishment tool–all in one!

If you do not own a cover hem capable serger let us know. We will be glad to provide you with one for the day (or longer if you want to take one home with you).

Students should bring: Cover hem capable serger, foot control, power cord, instruction manual and all accessories, extra needles, 4 cones beige serger thread; basic sewing supplies: scissors, pins, pen or pencil. A kit (including fabric and workbook) is provided. Kit fee.

Note: If we get more than 10 attendees this event will be moved to :
Howard G Reynolds Hall
Mansfield Fire House Community Room
879 Stafford Rd (Rt. 32)
Storrs, Ct. 06268

Lunch will be provided

We would like to introduce all of our customers to Gail Yellen. Although some of you may already know Gail from her days with Manchester Sewing Center, we know that she may be new to many of you.

Gail has been sewing since she was in middle school and what started as a hobby quickly became a passion and a form of creative expression. Experimenting with all types of embellishment techniques on her sewing machine and serger is a favorite pastime. She has been a featured speaker and teacher at American Sewing Guild National Conferences, the Sewing & Stitchery Expo in Puyallup, WA, Original Sewing & Quilt Expos and numerous American Sewing Guild Chapter Events around the country.

Gail is an active member of the American Sewing Guild CT Chapter and was the Manchester Neighborhood Group Leader for 10 years.

Gail Yellen teaches sewing and serger technique classes, garment construction and embellishment workshops. Chock full of valuable ideas and information for garment, quilt and home décor sewers, her classes are geared to all levels of sewing skills. Her “artful patterns with possibilities” have clear, easy-to-follow instructions and feature graceful, flattering lines. Gail particularly loves to teach sewers embellishment techniques that can transform the most basic garments into art-to-wear. An active member of the American Sewing Guild, Gail loves sharing her knowledge with enthusiastic sewers all over the country and would love to teach a workshop at your favorite sewing center/store or for your sewing association.

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