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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.
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
Kimberbell DDD Mystery Quilt
Monthly clues (designs) to build a quilt using machine embroidery.
Cost: $ 60.00
Monthly clues (designs) to build a quilt using machine embroidery.
Cost: $ 60.00
Kimberbell Stitchin' Rewind: One Day Machine Embroidery Event
At Kimberbell’s Stitchin Rewind: 80’s Edition event, you’ll make three nostalgic projects from the 1980s!
Cost: $ 129.00
At Kimberbell’s Stitchin Rewind: 80’s Edition event, you’ll make three nostalgic projects from the 1980s!
Cost: $ 129.00
Explorer Tote
Are you in need of a new tote for a quick weekend trip? This is the perfect bag for you!
Cost: $ 45.00
Are you in need of a new tote for a quick weekend trip? This is the perfect bag for you!
Cost: $ 45.00
2024 Embroidery Club
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
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
2025 Embroidery Club
Our 2025 lecture/demo embroidery club begins in January and will be the Second Saturday of each month at 11:00. Learn something new without having to haul in your machine
Cost: $ 25.00
Our 2025 lecture/demo embroidery club begins in January and will be the Second Saturday of each month at 11:00. Learn something new without having to haul in your machine
Cost: $ 25.00
Hoop it Up! December 2024: Wardrobe Upcycle
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
Kimberbell Club Digital Download FULL YEAR (2024)
2024 Kimberbell Club Digital Download full year purchase
Cost: $ 60.00
2024 Kimberbell Club Digital Download full year purchase
Cost: $ 60.00
Kid's Sew December: Christmas Ornaments
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. Includes all materials. Drop off only!
Cost: $ 50.00
Kid's Sew January: Learn to Sew
Is your child completely new to sewing? This is the class for you!
Cost: $ 40.00
Is your child completely new to sewing? This is the class for you!
Cost: $ 40.00
Kids Sew February: Guitar Pillow
We have to get the next generation sewing! Bring your 7-12 year old kids, grandkids, nieces, and nephews to Kids Sew for a fun project.
Cost: $ 50.00
We have to get the next generation sewing! Bring your 7-12 year old kids, grandkids, nieces, and nephews to Kids Sew for a fun project.
Cost: $ 50.00
Basic Sewing 101 Beginning Sewing
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
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
Basic Sewing 101 Mini Session
This 3 week class is the same as the 6 week class except there will not be time for additional projects.
Cost: $ 70.00
This 3 week class is the same as the 6 week class except there will not be time for additional projects.
Cost: $ 70.00
Basic Sewing 201 Intermediate Sewing
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: $ 100.00
Basic Sewing 201 Mini
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
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
Sewing Fundamentals
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
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
HV Basics
Use of feet that come with the machines, threading, using basic stitches to your advantage, care of machine.
Cost: $ 40.00
Use of feet that come with the machines, threading, using basic stitches to your advantage, care of machine.
Cost: $ 40.00
HV Embroidery
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
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
Singer Basics
Use of feet that come with the machines, threading, using basic stitches to your advantage, care of machine.
Cost: $ 40.00
Use of feet that come with the machines, threading, using basic stitches to your advantage, care of machine.
Cost: $ 40.00
2024 Block of the Month: Saturday
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
2024 Block of the Month: Tuesday
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
2025 Block of the Month: Saturday
Block of the Month program that runs March 2025- February 2026
Cost: $ 25.00
Block of the Month program that runs March 2025- February 2026
Cost: $ 25.00
2025 Block of the Month: Tuesday
Block of the Month program that runs March 2025- February 2026
Cost: $ 25.00
Block of the Month program that runs March 2025- February 2026
Cost: $ 25.00
Beginning Quilting 101 Cherish Quilt
In making this lap size quilt you will learn cutting, piecing, adding a border, layering, quilting and binding.
Cost: $ 100.00
In making this lap size quilt you will learn cutting, piecing, adding a border, layering, quilting and binding.
Cost: $ 100.00
Beginning Quilting 201
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
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
Fabric Collage: Pet Portrait
Join Chris, our resident collage expert as she guides you on how to turn a photo of your beloved furry friend into a piece of quilted artwork.
Cost: $ 50.00
Join Chris, our resident collage expert as she guides you on how to turn a photo of your beloved furry friend into a piece of quilted artwork.
Cost: $ 50.00
French Braid Quilt Block
The French Braid block is a classic quilt block that gives the illusion of woven strands, and even though it looks quite intricate, we guarantee that it is easy enough for the very beginner quilter.
Cost: $ 30.00
The French Braid block is a classic quilt block that gives the illusion of woven strands, and even though it looks quite intricate, we guarantee that it is easy enough for the very beginner quilter.
Cost: $ 30.00
Under the Sea Applique Quilt
Under the Sea is a sweet quilt perfect for baby. Adorable sea critters and a soothing color palette make this quilt a must have for any baby. Join Fran in the classroom learn her applique tips and tricks!
Cost: $ 50.00
Under the Sea is a sweet quilt perfect for baby. Adorable sea critters and a soothing color palette make this quilt a must have for any baby. Join Fran in the classroom learn her applique tips and tricks!
Cost: $ 50.00
Serger Basics
Get to know your serger, how to thread, adjust tension, length, gathering and more.
Cost: $ 40.00
Get to know your serger, how to thread, adjust tension, length, gathering and more.
Cost: $ 40.00
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)
