This coming week includes an assortment of activities. There are community markets for those interested in handcrafted items. Learn a new applique technique called ‘Back Basting Applique’. Beginning sewists can try a class offered by City Craft. Sewists interested in bridal wear can visit Friday’s trunk show at Distinct Elegance. Check out all the activities below.
Monday, July 16
- All quilters and sewists are welcomed to free “Sit and Sew” every Monday at Quilter’s Connection. This is an open sewing session from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Contact 214-343-1440 or visit their website.
- Quilt Asylum is hosting a ‘Back Basting Applique’ course. This is a needle-turn applique with no pins or freezer paper, but keeps your fabric from shifting out of place. Some experience in needle-turn applique is recommended. The class is from 1 – 3 p.m. The Quilt Asylum is located at 153 S. Central Expressway, McKinney, TX 75070. Contact them at (972) 562-2686 to register for this class.
Tuesday, July 17
- City Craft is having a ‘Get Sewing Beginner’s Basic’ class. Beginning sewists and those needing a refresher will learn machine operation and basic sewing techniques. Class is from 6:30 – 9:00 p.m. City Craft is located at 5460 W. Lovers Lane, Suite 234, Dallas, TX 75209. For more information, contact them at 214-366-4220.
Wednesday, July 18
- Quilt Country hosts ‘Quilter’s Workout’ every Wednesday from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Come and sew in their spacious classroom, bring lunch and stay all day. Bring any sewing project. There is no charge. Quilt Country is located at 701 South Stemmons Freeway, Lewisville, TX 75067-4591. Contact them at 972-436-7022 for more details.
Thursday, July 19
- Grapevine Market is open for its 2012 season in historic downtown Grapevine. It is open every Thursday and Saturday from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. until October 20. Enjoy an eclectic array of unique, handcrafted items including jewelry, home décor and more. Grapevine Market is located at Liberty Park, 200 S. Main Street, Grapevine, Texas.
Friday, July 20
- Distinct Elegance is hosting ‘Jade Couture Trunk Show’ featuring the latest trends in bridal wear. This is a beautiful collection that will inspire sewists who are interested in bridal fashions and accessories. There is no cost to attend the show. Please call for an appointment at 972-299-6444 anytime from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Distinct Elegance is located at 608 Cedar Street, Cedar Hill, TX 75104.
- All quilters and sewists are welcomed to free “Sit and Sew” every Friday at Quilter’s Connection. This is an open sewing session from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Contact 214-343-1440 or visit their website.
Saturday, July 21
- The Denton Community Market is having its local art and produce market every Saturday through October 27. This event features live music, food and handmade crafts. The market is located at 317 W. Mulberry Street, Denton, Texas. It opens at 9 a.m. and closes at sellout.
- Grapevine Market is open for its 2012 season in historic downtown Grapevine. It is open every Thursday and Saturday from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. until October 20. Enjoy an eclectic array of unique, handcrafted items including jewelry, home décor and more. Grapevine Market is located at Liberty Park, 200 S. Main Street, Grapevine, Texas.
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