SEW-MINI Things
January 2015
Radiant Star – Day 1
This is a two full day class. This pattern is also known as Lone Star or Star of Bethlehem. It may look complicated but the Quilt In A Day method makes it so much easier! For this project, the fabrics really do make the quilt. Instructor: Betsy You will need a sewing machine in good working order and normal sewing/quilting supplies. Complete list of supplies and book is provided at time of payment. Minimum 3 people
Find out more »Doll Club
The Doll Club meets at SEW-MINI Things the second Saturday of each month. For more info contact Stuart
Find out more »Pam Damour – “The Decorating Diva” – Stitch, Tangle and Bling (workshop)
This is an exclusive workshop for SEW-MINI Things this Jan. 20, 2015 only! Join Pam for inspiration while she shows you the easy step-by-step break down on how to create Zentangle® patterns. You’ll make several patterns, while learning the principles of Zentangle. Your kit will include supplies to make 6 Zentangle tiles and four fabric blocks that can be sewn into a pillow, table runner or wall hanging. Then be inspired by Pam’s trunk show as she shows you how…
Find out more »Pam Damour – “The Decorating Diva” – “Got Quilt?”
Pam Damour is an interior designer by profession and a quilter by passion. She’s spent too much money and too much time starting quilt projects and then decided she didn’t like them enough to make the commitment to finish them. So she’d put them in a bin, store them away thinking perhaps “someday” she’d finish them . . .well FAT CHANCE! Learn how Pam found creative ways to finish her quilts, and taught her old quilts some new tricks. In…
Find out more »February 2015
Happy Fish
This fun, happy fish is made from one fabric! No two fish will be the same, even if you use the same fabric for both. The fabric is fused and appliqued! This is a 3-4 hour class. The supply list is simple and small, you won’t need a sewing machine. $35. Complete supply list will be provided upon payment. SORRY SOLD OUT!
Find out more »Radiant Star – Day 2
This is a two full day class. This pattern is also known as Lone Star or Star of Bethlehem. It may look complicated but the Quilt In A Day method makes it so much easier! For this project, the fabrics really do make the quilt. Instructor: Betsy You will need a sewing machine in good working order and normal sewing/quilting supplies. Complete list of supplies and book is provided at time of payment. Minimum 3 people
Find out more »Seminole Piecing – CANCELLED
iF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN THIS CLASS, PLEASE CONTACT THE STORE AND WE WILL RESCHEDULE. This is a Seminole Piecing technique class where you will learn several designs that you can incorporate into other projects. Instructor: Kay Smith Kay Smith's work is beautiful and you will learn from the best. You will need minimal supplies for this class, just some fat quarters or 1/4 yard cuts and regular sewing supplies. A minimum of 6 people is required to make…
Find out more »Doll Club
The Doll Club meets at SEW-MINI Things the second Saturday of each month. For more info contact Stuart
Find out more »Beginning Quilting Class
This is a 6-week class during which you will learn all aspects of quilting including cutting, sewing, piecing, sashing, borders, quilting, binding. Great class if you've been away from quilting and need a refresher. Teacher: Connie. book and supplies extra
Find out more »STACK AND WHACK
This is a fun 2-day class. We are scheduling the linear Stack and Whack, but if there is another pattern you would prefer, please let us know. If you are not familiar with Stack and Whack, it uses only ONE fabric for the blocking but the stacking and whacking makes each block different. The only comment I've heard about this class is WOW! Teacher: Connie. $75. Day two of this class is March 27 so you have plenty…
Find out more »March 2015
Walker Caddy
This is a useful bag for someone on a walker. It can be difficult using the walker and trying to carry something, even a magazine. This handy tote easily attaches to the walker and just as easily can be removed. It has several pockets to hold all sorts of items, including a water bottle. Fun to make. Teacher: Connie. $40
Find out more »Free Motion Quilting
Learn the basics of Free Motion Quilting. You will learn about batting, basting, machine settings, thread. Plus you will get started on your free motion quilting career. We have a new teacher for this class: Betsy O'Neill. If you've seen her quilts then you know how good she is. Betsy has been teaching for several years and is patient, explains techniques well and is a lot of fun. $50. This includes your book and quilting…
Find out more »NEARLY INSANE SIT AND SEW
Come join us for an afternoon of friendship, quilting, laughter. We meet the third Thursday of each month from 2-5. Bring your machine, your handwork, whatever you might be working on.
Find out more »Fat Quarter Frenzy Shop Hop
Receive a specially selected fat quarter from each shop. Two grand prizes of 40 yards of fabric! Plus each store will be awarding two $25 gift certificates. Passports $5 in advance, $6 during the hop. Eight shops participating; new this hop - Wren's Nest in Oviedo Congratulations to our Winners! Our shop winners were: Dusty B Sandi E One of the Grand Prize winners also came from our Store SEW-MINI Things - Sandy C Wren's Nest - Kerry W Here…
Find out more »April 2015
Made in America Month
This month we celebrate Made in America. Special kits using American Made Brand fabric and Quilters Dream batting. It's all about products made in America! INTRODUCING THE COTTON SOLIDS 62 gorgeous colors. 100% US grown premium upland cotton. High thread count 78 x 74 fabric construction, finished to a soft yet firm hand.
Find out more »Sit & Sew – Relay for Life
We will be making mug rugs to sell at the Relay for life event May 2 at the Christian Home & Bible School. Our Sit & Sews will be April 4 and April 18 from 1:00 - 3:30. We will use the ribbon motif in the various colors. Please join us at Sew MINI Things to make these mug rugs. All proceeds from sales at the event go directly to the Relay for Life American Cancer Society.
Find out more »One Block Wonder
Learn to create a kaleidoscopic watercolor quilt. This is an advanced beginner quilt. This two-day class helps you choose a fabric that will give you the best outcome. The outcome is amazing -- you won't believe what only one fabric can do. Teacher: Connie Class dates are September 7 and 21st $60
Find out more »Tube Quilt
Don't let the name fool you -- the end result is a flat quilt. You will sew 3 strips together and through some razzle dazzle you make a block. Lots of fun. Teacher: Connie $35
Find out more »July 2015
4th of July Elna Weekend
No Interest if Paid in Full within 48 Months Equal Monthly Payments Required. *Valid on purchase of ELNA Products exceeding $3,000 made between 7/2/15 and 7/7/15
Find out more »4 Hours on the 4th
Our Annual "4 Hours on the Fourth" gets a boost! Doors will open at 8AM Instead of 4 hours there will be 8 hours of savings SAVE 40% ON ALL REGULAR FABRICS SAVE AN ADDITIONAL 40% ON CLEARANCE FABRIC (1 yard minimum cut, discount not valid on pre-cuts, kits or bundles) Plan on visiting with the boys on the 4th of July as more specials are coming.
Find out more »SEW-MINION THings
Check out our picture gallery from today's SEW-MINION Things event.
Find out more »SEW-MINION Things
Let’s have some fun this summer with the little guys from the Despicable Me movies. Now they have their own movie and fabric! SEW-MINI Things will become SEW-MINION Things. These special events will be by reservation only. Tickets are on sale and only at “SEW-MINION Things”. There will be Minion food, Minion goodies, and of course Minion fabrics with some very Miniony specials. Come for the fun and get carried away…
Find out more »September 2015
QUILTY FUN
A row quilt. Great for using your scraps. This 7-month project will meet the third Friday of each month. Each month you will get started on two rows. It is going to be a continuous class. Miss a month, you can pick it up later. Doesn't matter when you start. Teacher: Connie $140 (This is for seven classes!)
Find out more »October 2015
Completed Quilt Contest
Completed Quilt Contest It's submission day!
Find out more »Completed Quilt Contest
Completed Quilt Contest It's submission day!
Find out more »Completed Quilt Contest
Completed Quilt Contest It's submission day!
Find out more »Completed Quilt Contest
Completed Quilt Contest It's submission day!
Find out more »November 2015
Mystery Quilt
SHHHH!!!!! It's a "Mystery". We meet every month for our mystery quilt group(s). Sign up is required to participate in the series. See store for details. Our current Mystery Quilt is sold out. Check back for our next Mystery Quilt in 2016.
Find out more »Holiday Financing Specials
More than just a day of shopping, Black Friday also marks the beginning of Special Holiday Financing. JUKI FINANCING SPECIAL HAS BEEN EXTENDED THROUGH DEC 31, 2015
Find out more »December 2015
Completed Quilt Contest
Completed Quilt Contest Today is the first submission day for Hop for a Star competed quilts. Have your completed Hop for the Stars quilt ready for submission when we open our doors and you could be the winner! We will have 1 winner per week for 3 weeks. This means you have 3 opportunities to enter and win. Submission dates are: Dec. 1, Dec. 8, and Dec, 15. Visit our website for more details.
Find out more »February 2016
Valentine’s Day Sale & Finance
Why not treat your sweetheart or yourself, to something special this Valentine's Day. Special pricing and financing on the 3 top Elna machines. See store for details. eXpressive 920 eXpressive 830 eXellence 760PRO
Find out more »May 2016
Special Financing Event
Special Financing offers from ELNA, BABY LOCK, Juki and more..... Memorial Day weekend. 5/26-6/1 18/48/60 Months zero interest with equal payments. Here's a great opportunity to upgrade your old sewing machine, serger or maybe even get that new cabinet you've been eying. Minimum purchase requirements vary by brand. See store for complete details.
Find out more »June 2016
Row by Row 2016
Home Sweet Home is this year's theme. Here's ours. Our little kitty is sitting on the window sill, watching the oranges on the tree. A little bit of everything and something for everyone. Applicque, piecing, cross stitch, silk ribbon, beading and of course quilting. Fabric kit and embellishing kits are available.
Find out more »December 2016
New Year’s Eve
New Year's Eve hours: 10am - 2pm
Find out more »January 2017
Turning 20 Again Class
Have you conquered your first quilt, then this fun and easy class is perfect for your next project. Cost is $50 plus supplies. Includes Turning 20 Again book. You will need a sewing machine in good working order and normal sewing/quilting supplies. Complete list of supplies is provided at time of payment. Check calendar for date next class begins or you can call or stop by the store.
Find out more »March 2017
Rhombus
In the quilting world this is most often refered to as “tumbling blocks”. This style pattern is usually made with complex piecing full of Y seams that require paper piecing, instead this class will provide you with easy techniques in creating this fun quilt. Class includes Rhombus template. Cost is $45 plus book and supplies. You will need a sewing machine in good working order and normal sewing/quilting supplies. Complete list of supplies is provided at time of payment. Check…
Find out more »Tube Quilt Class
The trick to this quilt is in the piecing. Learn a new way to putting a quilt together. This is a one-day class. $35. You will need a sewing machine in good working order and normal sewing/quilting supplies. Complete supply list will be provided upon payment. Check calendar for date next class begins or you can call or stop by the store.
Find out more »June 2017
Twister Class
No, not the game! The twister block is so popular now, there are patterns for all sorts of designs. This table runner class teaches you the twister block pattern using the twister tool which comes in three sizes.. This table runner will add a bit of jazz to any table top. This is a one-day class. $60 includes ruler and book. You will need a sewing machine in good working order and normal sewing/quilting supplies. Complete supply list will be…
Find out more »November 2017
Shop Small Saturday
Shop Small Saturday is the day to support your local small business with some holiday shopping. Save 30% on regular fabrics, notions and accessories. Special discount on clearance fabrics. Special pricing and bundling on selected Elna, Necchi and JUKI sewing machines and sergers. Shop with your American Express card for a little extra discount.
Find out more »September 2018
Stack-N-Whack Class (Part 1)
Stack N Whack is an easy way to create quilt blocks with kaleidoscope quilt desgins! The fabric choices are unlimited since the design doesn't matter. Just the repeat on fabric. You will learn to cut your quilt by stacking the fabric and cutting all at once. The book "STACK-n-WHACK*IPEDIA" by Bethany S Reynolds that contains the pattern, plus 11 other projects, is included with price of class. You will need a sewing machine in good working order and normal sewing/quilting…
Find out more »October 2018
Stack-N-Whack Class (Part 2)
Stack N Whack is an easy way to create quilt blocks with kaleidoscope quilt designs! The fabric choices are unlimited since the design doesn't matter. Just the repeat of fabric. You will learn to cut your quilt by stacking the fabric and cutting all at once! The "STACK-n-WHACK*IPEDIA" by Bethany S Reynolds that contains the pattern, plus 11 other projects, is included with price of class. You will need a sewing machine in good working order and normal sewing/quilting supplies.…
Find out more »November 2018
CLOSED
SEW-MINI Things is closed on Sundays and Mondays. But you can still shop with the boys on-line, 24 hours a day Click Here to visit our on-line shop
Find out more »Happy Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is the time to be thankful for all we have, especially our family and friends. Happy Thanksgiving from the boys and girls at SEW-MINI Things. We are closed in observance of Thanksgiving Day. Rest up as Shop Small Saturday is only 2 days away.
Find out more »Shop Small Saturday
We love our customers and we love Shop Small Saturday. Show your support for your local small businesses today.
Find out more »December 2018
Easy Table Runner
It is quick and easy but really lovely. A great gift or perfect for you. You'll want one for every holiday. You will also learn how to use the envelope style. Teacher: Connie. Supply cost is minimal.
Find out more »Christmas Day
Merry Christmas from the boys and girls at SEW-MINI Things. In observance of Christmas Day we are closed to allow our staff and friends special time with their families and friends. Click Here to shop our on-line store 24 hours a day.
Find out more »January 2019
New Years Day
Happy New Years from the boys and girls at SEW-MINI Things. In observance of New Years Day we are closed. Click Here to shop our on-line store 24 hours a day.
Find out more »Jelly Roll Rug – Pt. 1
Grab a Jelly Roll and have some fun making it into a rug. This will be a 2-part class. The first session will be how to prepare your strips for making your rug. The 2nd session will be to actually put your rug together. Instructor: Betsy O'Neill
Find out more »March 2019
One Block Wonder Class – day 1
This amazing quilt is made using only ONE print fabric for the body of the quilt and border, or use a different coordinating print for the border. This is a fun quilt to make. Each hexagon block is a surprise. NO Y seams and NO FUSSY cutting! Learn to create a kaleidoscopic pattern from one block and one fabric. This is a two-day class for advance beginner and above. You will learn what fabrics work best for this type of…
Find out more »One Block Wonder Class day 2
This amazing quilt is made using only ONE print fabric for the body of the quilt and border, or use a different coordinating print for the border. This is a fun quilt to make. Each hexagon block is a surprise. Not Y seams and NO FUSSY Cutting! Learn to create a kaleidoscopic pattern from one block and one fabric. This is a two-day class for advance beginner and above. You will learn what fabrics work best for this type of…
Find out more »April 2019
Strip Club
The cost is $10 per person ($7 for club card members) and they will receive the pattern as well instructions from the quilt maker on how the quilt is put together including tips and tricks to make it easier and those terrible what not to do’s. The instructor has a board made up to show these that you can photograph for reference.
Find out more »May 2019
Project Bag
This handy little bag will hold your tools you need for your classes. Everything at your fingertips and easy to find. It will be fun and easy to make. Instructor: Staci Smith
Find out more »One Block Wonder Class
This is a special one block wonder class taught by Stuart King. Come learn how to stack your fabrics and cut to make beautiful one-of-a-kind designs. This class will be taught with 3 classes. The first one on May 29th, 2nd class June 5th and the last class on June 19th.
Find out more »June 2019
Jelly Roll Rug – Pt. 2
Part 1 you learned how to make your strips. In the 2nd part of your class you will be putting your strips together to make your rug. Instructor: Betsy O'Neill
Find out more »July 2019
Smocking Class
This is a 5-week class. Learn the art of smocking while making this beautiful heirloom ornament. You will learn the fundamentals of smocking as well as many of the basic stitches. During this 5 week class your ornament will be complete (if you do your homework). The kit includes all the supplies to complete the project, with only a few sewing supplies you will need to provide. $50 includes the kit. Instructor: Stuart King The dates for this class are…
Find out more »September 2019
Green Tea Table Runner
This table runner is a great way to use up those small strips you've been collecting. Make it realistic or wild and crazy. No curves! $30 (Includes Pattern) Instructor: Kat Peterson
Find out more »Wreath – Fold N Stitch
Just in time for the Holidays. You can make a wreath to hang on your door or it can be used as a table decoration with a candle or something special in the middle. Make it Christmas or make it Halloween. You could even make one for year round. Fun and Easy to make. Makes a wonderful Hostess gift. Pattern not included. Instructor: Betsy O'Neill
Find out more »October 2019
SOS Class
Get those unfinished gifts for Christmas finished ahead of time. Need help with your projects or just want to get together to sew with others? Sign up for a day to get away and get those projects finished. Help is on the way! Don't want to bring a machine? We can help with that too. Just make arrangements when signing up for this class, as there is limited space.
Find out more »Gift Bag
This bag is very versatile with two large outside pockets and inside pockets all around the perimeter. It goes together pretty quickly. Nice for traveling or holding all your sewing/quilting needs. Includes Pattern.
Find out more »November 2019
Abby Sling Bag – Part 1
The perfect size bag. Great for fabric shopping. If you've never worked with cork fabric, this bag is a wonderful introduction. Instructor: Kat Peterson
Find out more »Blooming 9 Patch, Pt. 1
So blooming sweet! Each one has it's own personality. The Blooming 9-Patch is one of those intriguing patterns. It gives the impression of a color wash with the easiest of piecing. This is the first part of a 2-day class. Instructor: Connie Czernuch
Find out more »December 2019
Blooming 9 Patch, Pt. 2
So blooming sweet! Each one has it's own personality. The Blooming 9-Patch is one of those intriguing patterns. It gives the impression of a color wash with the easiest of piecing. This is the 2nd part of a 2-day class. Instructor: Connie Czernuch
Find out more »Abby Sling Bag – Part 2
This is part 2 of the Abby Sling Bag class. The perfect size bag. Great for fabric shopping! If you've never worked with cork fabric, this bag is a wonderful introduction. Instructor: Kat Peterson
Find out more »January 2020
T-Shirt Class
Make those memories special with a one-of-a-kind keepsake T-Shirt quilt. The perfect gift for graduation, anniversaries, sports or any occasion. Instructor: Connie Czernuch
Find out more »BEGINNING QUILTING CLASS – 1
This is a six-week class. You will learn proper cutting, seam allowances, pressing, various block construction, sashing, borders, quilting, binding. Using techniques from Alex Anderson's book, Connie takes you step by step toward your finished wall hanging. This is a great class for improving your skills or a refresher class if you've been away from quilting for a while. Cost: $75 plus book and supplies. There will be homework. Instructor: Connie.
Find out more »Two-Hour Tulip Bag
This is a cute, easy and usable bag! You'll want more than one. You can make it in one of 3 sizes, your choice. If you've never made a bag before, this is the perfect class for you. You will learn techniques that transfer to almost any bag. Join the fun! Pattern Required Instructor: Kat Peterson
Find out more »BEGINNING QUILTING CLASS – 2
Session 2 You will learn proper cutting, seam allowances, pressing, various block construction, sashing, borders, quilting, binding. Using techniques from Alex Anderson's book, Connie takes you step by step toward your finished wall hanging. This is a great class for improving your skills or a refresher class if you've been away from quilting for a while. Cost: $75 plus book and supplies. There will be homework.
Find out more »February 2020
BEGINNING QUILTING CLASS – 3
Sessions 3 This is a six-week class. You will learn proper cutting, seam allowances, pressing, various block construction, sashing, borders, quilting, binding. Using techniques from Alex Anderson's book, Connie takes you step by step toward your finished wall hanging. This is a great class for improving your skills or a refresher class if you've been away from quilting for a while. Cost: $75 plus book and supplies. There will be homework.
Find out more »BEGINNING QUILTING CLASS – 4
Session 4 This is a six-week class. You will learn proper cutting, seam allowances, pressing, various block construction, sashing, borders, quilting, binding. Using techniques from Alex Anderson's book, Connie takes you step by step toward your finished wall hanging. This is a great class for improving your skills or a refresher class if you've been away from quilting for a while. Cost: $75 plus book and supplies. There will be homework.
Find out more »Place Mat Class
If you are looking for a fun, quick and easy project, this 1-day class is for you! You can make a placemat in less than an hour after you've made your first one and you can make them for any and all occasions. This class is going to teach you the "Flip and Sew" Method, you will also learn to create a bias binding. The class comes with Betsy's pattern as well as a placemat foam. You will need a…
Find out more »BEGINNING QUILTING CLASS – 5
Session 5 This is a six-week class. You will learn proper cutting, seam allowances, pressing, various block construction, sashing, borders, quilting, binding. Using techniques from Alex Anderson's book, Connie takes you step by step toward your finished wall hanging. This is a great class for improving your skills or a refresher class if you've been away from quilting for a while. Cost: $75 plus book and supplies. There will be homework.
Find out more »BEGINNING QUILTING CLASS – 6
Session 6 This is a six-week class. You will learn proper cutting, seam allowances, pressing, various block construction, sashing, borders, quilting, binding. Using techniques from Alex Anderson's book, Connie takes you step by step toward your finished wall hanging. This is a great class for improving your skills or a refresher class if you've been away from quilting for a while. Cost: $75 plus book and supplies. There will be homework.
Find out more »Radiant Star Class day 1
This is a two-day class, full days both days. This pattern is also known as Lone Star or Star of Bethlehem. It may look complicated but the Quilt In A Day method makes it so much easier, however, this is Not a Beginning class! For this project, the fabrics really do make the quilt. Cost is $65 plus book and supplies. You will need a sewing machine in good working order and normal sewing/quilting supplies. Complete list of supplies is…
Find out more »Radiant Star Class day 2
This is a two-day class, full days both days. This pattern is also known as Lone Star or Star of Bethlehem. It may look complicated but the Quilt In A Day method makes it so much easier, however, this is Not a Beginning Class! For this project, the fabrics really do make the quilt. Cost is $65 plus book and supplies. You will need a sewing machine in good working order and normal sewing/quilting supplies. Complete list of supplies is…
Find out more »March 2020
Quilty Fun
Have fun with Connie as she shows you each month how to do a block for this row quilt by Lori Holt. The class will be the 2nd Friday of the month and last 7 months. $140 Instructor: Connie
Find out more »Farm Girl Vintage 2
Farm Girl Vintage 2 by Lori Holt of Bee in My Bonnet. Sit & Sews on the 2nd Saturday each month This is not a formal class but Betsy and Kat will be there to give you whatever help you need to complete this adorable "vintage" quilt. Work at your own pace each month. You do need your own copy of Lori's book. Not familiar with Lori Holt? She does the cutest quilts, usually using retro 30's and 40's fabrics.…
Find out more »Under the Sea
Let's have some fun creating an under the sea pictorial quilt using raw edge applique. It will take a QT panel with the fish on it plus a yard of water background. I have small pieces for the seahorses, turtle and shells, unless you want to bring something you already have. See the store for a complete list of supplies. Instructor: Betsy O'Neill
Find out more »Free Motion Quilting
This 2-hour class will take you through the basics of free-motion quilting. The instructor will talk about battings, differences in them, what to use when, as well as how and why to baste your layers. Plus you will have time to practice and hone your free-motion skills. The class is $50 and includes the book and quilt sandwich for practice. This skill is something that will get better the more you practice. This gets you started. Complete supply list provided…
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