Who I Am


My name is Erica and Welcome! I am a huge lover of all things handmade and starting in July 2011 I would like to offer sewing lessons to the locals around Paw Paw.

I have been sewing and crafting for years--since Jr. High actually. My first project, I remember vividly, was a pair of leopard print shorts much too short to ever wear! I'd like to share what I've learned over the years--clothes and costume making, quilts, coil bowls, bags, and more. I believe everyone should learn at their own pace and make what interests them.

Lessons will be out of my home. Timing is flexible as I'm a stay-at-home mom. I can schedule what works for you. For safety reasons, I will not be posting my phone number, please refer to the ad in the Paw Paw local paper. Or email me at chariot71226@yahoo.com with "Craft Lessons" somehow in the subject line.

Sewing lessons are $10 per hour + the price of a project kit (or bring your own supplies). I will provide a sewing machine, serger, cutting mats, scissors, thread, pins, and the like. Currently, I only have one sewing machine. If you are willing to share, bring a friend and share the hour for $5 each.

Posted below are various projects to choose from. When you sign up for your lesson let me know which project you are interested in and I will have several kits ready. You are more than welcome to choose your own project but you will need to purchase any fabrics, trim, specialty thread, or pattern on your own.

Lessons are for children to adults--anyone who wants to learn is welcome. A parent accompanying a child is welcome to sit and relax with a cup of coffee and a book.

Please send me a message or give me a call if you have any questions.

Erica
chariot71226@yahoo.com

Tuesday, May 31, 2011

Party Banners - Beginner to Intermediate

 Want to jump on the Green bandwagon?  Here is a cloth party banner; make your own and use it year after year! 

Birthdays, anniversaries, baby showers, bridal showers, etc.  Choose the color scheme that is right for you.

Kit includes everything you need for a 12'-13' banner with large pendants, small pendants, and fabric flowers.

Cost of kit: $12
*Variety of fabrics offered.

Reusable Wine Gift Bags - Beginner

 Need something unique and cute for that hostess gift?  Here is a cloth wine gift bag.  It's reusable so your friend can just pass it on at the next party.  Who know, maybe you'll see it again some day!

Cost of kit: $4
*Variety of fabrics offered.

Toddler Dresses - Intermediate


 This darling dress fits a toddler between 12 and 24 months.  Choose between 2 different strap styles.  With this dress you will learn how to attach buttons and sew button holes.

I do have more of this cute school house print.  It looks great with a yellow, red, or green trim.  Other color schemes will be offered.

Cost of kit: $13.00
*All supplies included.



Button and Magnet Making - Beginner

 Have you ever seen those really cute buttons people decorate their purses or clothes with?  Or those cute magnets at gift shops that cost a dollar per magnet?  Well here is your chance to make your own for half the price!

No hourly fee here, just buy a kit and I'll teach you how to use the machine.  It's easy to get the hang of and fast.  You bring your own paper-- you can use computer printouts, magazines, children's books or draw your own design.  Just make sure you are okay cutting them up! 



Button making kits: $6 for 15 sets
Magnet making kits: $7 for 15 sets

Monday, May 30, 2011

Bordered Squares Quilt

This is a cute little lap quilt.  Fun fabrics framed by a neutral color.  Beginner sewers should have no problem creating this one.

Kit price - $30
This includes fabric for the top and binding ONLY.  The batting and backing fabric are NOT included in this kit.

Kits will be different than pictured.

Sunday, May 29, 2011

Petal Bag - Intermediate

 This drawstring petal bag is an intermediate project.  Each of those colored squares is a separate petal.  It would work as a small shoulder bag, holding a book and your usually purse items.

Kit price - $20
Exact fabrics not guaranteed.