{"product_id":"pillow-finishing-class-with-julia-navik-thursday","title":"Pillow Finishing Class with Julia Navik, Thursday","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe most unique finishing class you’ll take - turn your fully stitched needlepoint into a pillow! This small group class with professional finisher Julia Navik will teach you how to sew your own pillow, no need to send your pieces off anymore!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThursday, November 19th, 5-9 PM\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eIn this class, we will take your stitched and blocked canvas to a finished pillow with a mitered inset and self-welt. Julia is happy to answer questions about fabric choices by emailing her at fairlywell@gmail.com prior to the class. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eIf you are new to sewing, please familiarize yourself with your machine and manual. Sewing and finishing a basic beanbag is the minimum level of skill needed. If you aren’t able to thread and set up your machine before class, you are welcome to sit in but we will not be able to instruct or troubleshoot individual machines.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eRequired materials and equipment:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStitched and fully blocked canvas up to 12”x12” Please stitch two waste rows around the design in the background thread. These will be hidden inside the seam allowance, and serve to stabilize the needlepoint to fabric seam.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSewing machine with 1) standard presser foot, 2) zipper foot 3) working knowledge of threading the machine, making a bobbin, backstitch to secure thread, changing stitch length and zigzag width, correcting tension for fabric weight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e***It is essential that you know how to operate your machine and it is in good working order. If you have difficulty you may sit in on the class but we will not be able to troubleshoot your machine.***\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpare sewing machine needles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFabric scissors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeam ripper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand sewing\/embroidery needle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTape measure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1.5-2 yards of fabric. Quilting cotton, cotton velvet (no stretch), light upholstery fabric, dupioni silk are good candidates. If unsure, please email Julia (fairlywell@gmail.com.)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSewing thread to match your fabric, and a pre-loaded bobbin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eProvided materials:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFusible interfacing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCording for welt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePolyfill\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIron and board\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e*This class is transferable but non-refundable. Class may be held upstairs, please inform us if you have mobility concerns.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Julia Navik","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50701057065030,"sku":null,"price":200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0648\/3905\/7478\/files\/FinishingClassFairlywellHandmade_2.png?v=1786061246","url":"https:\/\/storytellersthread.com\/products\/pillow-finishing-class-with-julia-navik-thursday","provider":"Storyteller's Thread","version":"1.0","type":"link"}