Portsmouth Fabric Co

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…

Enjoy making this new fun zippered pouch from Noodlehead, the Plover Pouch, that you are sure to love using! Three sizes to sew! All sizes have an interior dividable mesh pocket that is perfect for keeping everything organized. Medium and Large sizes include an interior zippered pocket. Features: three sizes to sew! interior mesh pocket  Medium and Large sizes have an interior zippered pocket, too!

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 Tee or Concord Tee Shirt in the afternoon…

Create your favorite T-Shirt with the Concord T-Shirt pattern by Cashmerette 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 of the necklines resulting…

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…

Enjoy making the Verdun Woven T-Shirt by Liesl + Co, a relaxed-fit woven T-shirt with dropped shoulders, a flattering shape, a faced hem that is longer in the back than in the front, and a scooped neck with facing. View A includes cut-on short sleeves and a front pocket while View B has a V-notched neckline and long sleeves. The new wovens from Kaffe Fassett in stripes and solids, Fableism and Suzy Quilts Wildflower Wovens are perfect for this pattern!

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.  

Learn how to make a fusible fabric collage quilt or wall hanging using Libby Mortensen’s new Bluebird Pattern, coming to the shop March 1st. Explore the world of fabric collage while you get a good start on this 14 x14 inch design – no sewing necessary until time to quilt. Techniques taught include – how to transfer a design onto foundation fabric, fuse webbing, fussy cut motifs and creating a colorful design using a simple pattern. In addition, color choices…

Come learn how to make a Jelly Roll Rug or a Placemat from a design roll (same as jelly roll) – 42 strips, 2.5″ x 42″ and batting strips (one design roll makes 2 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…

Enjoy making this popular pattern from Anna Graham of Noodlehead! The Pepin Tote is a quick tote designed with a few optional add-ons if you’re feeling up to it. Otherwise, it is beautiful and useful in its simplicity as is. Here are samples with the optional add-on snap pocket. No zippers in this class!