Portsmouth Fabric Co

Whether you are new to a serger or afraid of your serger, this class is for you. Students will learn basic serger operations- threading, using stitch length and differential feed, various serger stitches (3 thread overlock, rolled hem, etc) and problem solving. Any brand serger welcome. This class is a guide class offered for FREE to anyone who has purchased their serger from Portsmouth Fabric Company. Use your new skills to make the Lark T-Shirt or Concord T-Shirt in the afternoon after…

Create your favorite T-Shirt with the Concord T-Shirt pattern by Cashmerette (Size 0-16, Size 12-28)   or the Lark T-Shirt from Grainline Studio. The Concord T is fully customizable and designed for curves. Choose from three hem lengths (cropped, mid-length, or long curves), three necklines (high, V-neck, or scoop), three sleeve lengths (short, medium, or long), two sleeve finishes (cuffed or hemmed), and optional sleeve tabs. The Lark T is a slim fit with four sleeves that are interchangeable with each…

Learn how to make a fusible fabric collage quilt or wall hanging using one of Laura Heine’s popular collage patterns or Libby Mortensen’s patterns (including her new Bluebird and Nest pattern.) Choose your design and get started on this fun and easy technique – no sewing necessary until time to quilt. Techniques taught include – how to transfer a design onto foundation fabric, fuse webbing, fussy cut motifs and create a colorful design using a simple, black line drawing. In addition, color…

Open Quilt Studio is for experienced quilters to learn new techniques and share new projects while enjoying the camaraderie of other quilters. If you are interested, please email pfc@portsmouthfabric.com for more details.

In OPEN EMBROIDERY STUDIO students will learn how to master embroidery with tips and tricks that make it fun. Bring a project that you want help with or enjoy one of our new designs. This class is a lecture/demo so you do not need to bring your machines. Learn about different stabilizers, hoops (including the new Large and Medium Magnetic Embroidery Hoops,) threads and placement tips.. The class size is limited, please register by 5:00pm Tuesday before class. Free if…

Having trouble reading garment patterns? Do garment pattern layouts prevent you from cutting into fabric? Want to make sure the garment pattern will fit you correctly? Then OPEN GARMENT STUDIO is for you. Bring a new garment project that you want help with or one that you are working on. This class will give you confidence to move forward and enjoy garment making. Sign up for individual classes by 5pm the Tuesday before class. BERNINA sewing machines and sergers available…

BERNINA Q24/Q20 Longarm Machine Rental Program! Come learn how to quilt your own quilts on the BERNINA Q24 Longarm machine, with 24″ throat plate and stitch speed of 2200 stitches per minute or the BERNINA Q20 Longarm machine, with 20″ throat plate and stitch speed of 2200 stitches per minute! We offer a training class on the BERNINA Q24 Longarm machine and the BERNINA Q20 Longarm machine for those who want to rent the machine. The required BERNINA Q24/Q20 Longarm…

How do you know until you try it? Test out the features that set the BERNINA sewing machine above other brands. By the end of the session, you will have experienced how ‘Nothing sews like a BERNINA’ and learned about many different features of the various models. Informed staff will be able to answer any questions you have regarding the machines, which will allow you to make a confident decision on the model that will best fit your sewing needs!…

Make a mushroom ornament and embellish it with beads and metallic thread. Explore basic needle felting sculpting techniques; wrapping, shaping, blending colors, and surface felting. Learn about using felting tools, various gauges of needles, and types of wool best suited for needle felting. Please call to sign up.

Open Quilt Studio is for experienced quilters to learn new techniques and share new projects while enjoying the camaraderie of other quilters. If you are interested, please email pfc@portsmouthfabric.com for more details.

Need help finishing a quilt or bag project? Looking for guidance on a quilting technique? Come join Maureen on the last Friday of the month. Enjoy using our classroom equipped with BERNINA sewing machines, irons, ironing board, design wall and cutting mats. Please preregister, limited availability. Please call to sign up.

Learn needle felting basics while making a hummingbird ornament. Explore basic wool sculpting techniques, including wrapping, shaping, blending colors, and surface felting. Learn about felting tools, and surfaces, various gauges of needles, and types of wool best suited for needle felting. Some felting experience helpful. (Ages 15+) Additional $30 materials fee includes Supply packet with enough wool for two hummingbirds ($20) plus Optional tool kit with felting needles and pad to take home ($10). Paid directly to instructor on the day…

Open Quilt Studio is for experienced quilters to learn new techniques and share new projects while enjoying the camaraderie of other quilters. If you are interested, please email pfc@portsmouthfabric.com for more details.

Come learn how to make a Jelly Roll Rug or Placemats from a design roll (same as jelly roll) – 42 strips, 2.5″ x 42″ and batting strips (one design roll makes 4 placemats.) The new Clover Fabric Tube Maker eliminates the need to hand fold and clip your fabric and batting strips before you sew. Insert your strip sandwich into the tool, and easily pull them through. The tool folds the sides of your strips in, then folds that…