Applique Pillowcases without an Embroidery Machine! - GLENDALE - Tues., June 24 @ 10:00 a.m.

Applique Pillowcases without an Embroidery Machine!
Tuesday, June 24, 2025
10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Glendale location - 7838 N 59th Avenue

$30 + Supplies (See supplies discount)


Ever wondered how to do applique on your basic sewing machine? No embroidery machine needed. OR, if you just want an adorably cute pillowcase for yourself or gifting, then this class is for you! Come along and learn basic machine applique on a small fun project.

Class attendees are offered a 25% discount off notions and $1 off per yard of fabrics (min. 1/4 cut) needed for this class project. Pre-cut fabrics are not included. Please show a copy of your class registration and supply list at the register to get your discount. This discount expires at the end of class.

PRE-CLASS PREPARATION:

• Make sure you have a sewing machine that will stitch a buttonhole stitch.  We will discuss other options in class. (Bring all your machine feet.)
• Precut these fabrics:
  • 5" x 42" Applique fabric strip
  • 6" x 42" Lining fabric strip (may be the same as Applique fabric--your choice)
  • For TRACTOR, HEDGEHOG, SUBMARINE, & CAMPER cut the Applique and Lining strips 6" x 42"
  • 1-1/2" x 42" strip of Accent Trim for BEE, PIRATE, BUTTERFLY, DOG, PANDA, WHALE, OWL & CAT
  • 27" x 42" pillowcase body

• Pattern - Pillowcases by Amy Bradley Designs (SKU ABD291)
• Fabric and Batting - 1/4-yard applique background fabric; 1/4-yard white lining; 7/8-yard pillowcase body; MUSLIN - (some may be needed to back white pieces with the applique, and some will be used to practice stitches on before doing the project; PLUS various fabric scraps for the version you choose to make (See pattern for specific amounts)
• Stabilizers - 3/4 to 1-yard of 17" width Fusible web like Steam-A-Seam 2 (SKU 5518WNN) or Heat N Bond (SKU 3504)
• Thread - Choose matching thread or contrasting threads to stitch around pieces. (I often use a heavier 40-weight Aurifil thread - green base. This sets off the stitching a bit. But regular weight Aurifil or embroidery threads work as well.)
• Other Project Supplies - The Applique Pressing Sheet (SKU BTD206)

• Sewing machine with power cord and foot control
• 1/4-inch foot
• Standard foot
• Applique foot
• Wound bobbins, neutral color
• Needles, Schmetz Microtex sharps, size 12 (SKU 1730) or 14 (SKU1729)
• Basic sewing notions: straight pins, wonder clips, fabric marking pens/pencils, machine screwdriver, seam ripper, scissors, pen/pencil and paper to take notes, etc.
• Rotary cutter with a sharp blade
• Small cutting mat
• Optional - Some patterns suggest embroidery floss (teacher will have a few available); muslin may be suggested to use if using white fabrics in your applique.
• Other Special Instructions - Make sure you bring a pencil and scissors for cutting out pieces! Have a NEW Microtex needle in your machine for this project.