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Registration Policies


You can now register for classes three ways: online at franssewingcircle.com, over the phone at (910) 397-9399, or in the store.

All classes are open to anyone with any machine. You are welcome to bring your machine or reserve one of ours free of charge a few days prior to class. We require you to have basic working knowledge on how to operate a sewing machine; if you do not, please take our Sewing Machine Fundamentals or Basic Sewing 101 course first.

Class fees do not include materials unless otherwise stated. To keep our class fees low, we encourage you to buy class materials from Fran’s Sewing Circle for 15% off. Classes fill quickly, so please register as soon as you plan to take a class. Class enrollment is only confirmed when payment is received. All classes have a minimum of participants. No refunds will be given 3 business days before class or less*, unless Fran’s Sewing Circle cancels the class. Please understand, these guidelines help ensure teacher's payment for their time in preparation as well as class time.

*Kimberbell events and special events with guest teachers: No refund if canceled 14 days or less before class is scheduled. If we can fill your seat, we will issue a store credit of 1⁄2 the fee.
 
Basic supplies for all classes: Fabric scissors, seam ripper, seam gauge or ruler, marking tools, pins, sewing machine in good working order (or reserve one of ours in advance)

Quilting Classes: Rotary cutter, ruler, and cutting mat, along with supplies listed above.


Class Procedures

  • Please park around back upon arrival for your class and you will see a door with clearly marked signage. For night classes, please park out front. Doors will open at 5:50pm for night classes.
  • Our maximum enrollment for regular classes is 6 students. 
  • We ask that you bring your own tools and supplies when possible. 
  • If specific project supplies must be purchased before class starts, you will receive an email from your instructor prior to class. 
  • Purchasing a class will reserve your spot. We are unable to reserve spots without payment. If a class is full, you may add yourself to the waitlist. If a seat becomes available, those on the waitlist will be notified on a first come, first serve basis.


 

Classes


Join us for an exclusive sewing event! Create a one of a kind project on the Designer Epic 3 with a Husqvarna Viking educator. You do not need a machine for this event.

Cost: $ 70.00
Create A HEARTWARMING HOLIDAY VIGNETTE IN JUST ONE DAY!

Cost: $ 139.00
Full Bloom Quilt Raffle: all proceeds will go to the Domestic Violence Shelter and Services Inc of Wilmington NC

Cost: $ 5.00
Are you in need of a new tote for a quick weekend trip? This is the perfect bag for you!

Cost: $ 45.00
Ready to dive into a new fabric type? Sewing with fur is easier than it looks.

Cost: $ 35.00
All supplies included, just bring yourself to this class! Join Fran in the classroom and sew up a holiday apron using the Prym Vario creative tool: an innovative, multi-functional tool that punches holes, attaches snaps, and applies eyelets and rivets

Cost: $ 60.00
Knit fabrics don’t have to be intimidating! Join Summer and construct the True Bias Rio tee while she shares all of the ins and outs of sewing with knit fabrics. The Rio tee is a semi fitted t-shirt with a crew neckline and short sleeves- the perfect wardrobe staple!

Cost: $ 50.00
Join Claudia Hughes for her Pants Fitting Workshop where you will construct pants using Butterick 6845.

Cost: $ 125.00
Have you heard? Rope bowls are all the rage right now. Link up with Andrea to learn how to make a scrappy rope bowl or basket using Fran's cotton braiding. Expect to make a couple!

Cost: $ 20.00
Our 2024 lecture/demo embroidery club begins in January and will be the Second Saturday of each month at 11. Learn something new without having to haul in your machine!

Cost: $ 20.00
Use your embroidery machine to create all over quilting that looks like it was done on a long arm machine.

Cost: $ 40.00
Lets Hoop it UP and reach new levels with your embroidery machine!

Cost: $ 20.00
Lets Hoop it UP and reach new levels with your embroidery machine!

Cost: $ 20.00
Lets Hoop it UP and reach new levels with your embroidery machine!

Cost: $ 20.00
2024 Kimberbell Club Digital Download full year purchase

Cost: $ 60.00
Christmas Joy Lace Gift Stocking (digital file purchase)

Cost: $ 5.00
Official Cookie Tester Mug Rug (Digital file purchase)

Cost: $ 5.00
We have to get the next generation sewing! Bring your 8-12 year old kids, grandkids, nieces, nephews… whoever… to Kids Sew for a fun project. Includes all materials. Drop off only!

Cost: $ 50.00
We have to get the next generation sewing! Bring your 8-12 year old kids, grandkids, nieces, nephews… whoever… to Kids Sew for a fun project.

Cost: $ 45.00
We have to get the next generation sewing! Bring your 8-12 year old kids, grandkids, nieces, nephews… whoever… to Kids Sew for a fun project.

Cost: $ 50.00
If you have completed Sewing Fundamentals, this course is your next step! We will complete a pair of elasticized PJ pants with pockets, along with a coordinating collared PJ shirt with button holes

Cost: $ 120.00
This 3 week class is the same as the 6 week class except there will not be time for additional projects.

Cost: $ 70.00
For students who have completed Basic Sewing 101 or have experience using sewing patterns. Expand your sewing skills and try a technique you are afraid to tackle on your own.

Cost: $ 100.00
For students who have completed Basic Sewing 101 or have experience using sewing patterns. Expand your sewing skills and try a technique you are afraid to tackle on your own.

Cost: $ 60.00
Open sewing studio time

Are you a complete beginner? This is where you start! You will create a simple zippered pouch and tote bag- made while building skills! This course is a three week session and covers the basics of sewing. You will thread your machine, wind a bobbin, and learn basic sewing techniques.

Cost: $ 85.00
Use of feet that come with the machines, threading, using basic stitches to your advantage, care of machine.

Cost: $ 40.00
Just beyond the basics - explore stitches for applique, heirloom, and quilting

Cost: $ 40.00
Learn all the options built into the machine for using your embroidery and also about stabilizers, what and when to use. For Husqvarna Viking machines. Free if machine purchased at Fran's Sewing Circle.

Cost: $ 40.00
Use of feet that come with the machines, threading, using basic stitches to your advantage, care of machine.

Cost: $ 40.00
Block of the Month program that runs March 2024- February 2025

Cost: $ 25.00
Block of the Month program that runs March 2024- February 2025

Cost: $ 25.00
Applique is a wonderful addition to any quilt or craft project

Cost: $ 25.00
In making this lap size quilt you will learn cutting, piecing, adding a border, layering, quilting and binding.

Cost: $ 100.00
Have you taken Beginning Quilting and want to take the next step to becoming a more confident quilter? This class is for you!

Cost: $ 60.00
Do you struggle to pick out the colors going in your next quilting project? Fortunately having an eye for color is not just something you are born with. It is something you can develop!

Cost: $ 20.00
Are you completely new to fabric collage? Summer will guide you from the beginning as you go through the various steps of brainstorming, tracing, choosing fabrics, placement and sew much more as you create a new masterpiece.

Cost: $ 50.00
Foundation paper piecing is a popular technique in making quilts but can seem incredibly intimidating if you have not tried it. Join Summer in the classroom and learn the basics!

Cost: $ 20.00
Electric quilt has released their newest software, the eight edition! Unleash your creativity by learning how to design your own quilt at its actual size. Draw block patterns, import your fabric to see your quilt before cutting, calculate yardage, print your patterns, and even export images.

Cost: $ 20.00

New Owners Classes:

Classes will help you get the most of your sewing machine or serger.  Owner's classes are free if you purchased your machine at Fran’s Sewing Circle and vary in price otherwise.  They are identified by colored type on the calendar.  Please check calendar for the dates and times these classes are offered.  HV = Husqvarna Viking BRO= Brother

  • Machine Basics:  Use of feet that come with the machines, threading, using basic stitches to your advantage, care of machine – offered for Husqvarna Viking and Brother at different times. ($40)
  • Machine Decorative:  Just beyond the basics - explore stitches for appliqué, heirloom and quilting- offered for Husqvarna Viking and Brother at different times. ($40)
  • Machine Embroidery: Learn all of the options built into your embroidery machine. Learn the tricks of the trade, and when and where to use different stabilizers. Husqvarna Viking or Brother machines with embroidery. ($40)