Class Descriptions for Original Sewing & Quilt Expo in Cleveland

Cleveland, OH

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Wednesday, April 22, 2026
Title
 
Teacher
Date/Time
Codes
Hands on Workshop
Joe Vecchiarelli
Wednesday 4/22/26
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
MDB300X, MDB360X
Drape Like a Fashion Designer: Mastering the Art of Professional Draping  (MDB)

Whether you are new to fashion design, or already use a body double, discover the art of garment fitting with a unique hands-on experience led by expert fitter and designer, Joe Vecchiarelli. Class will start by transforming your dress form into a personalized bodice sloper, essentially your body VIEW MORE...

Hands on Workshop
Kymm Clark
Wednesday 4/22/26
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
MDB301X, MDB361X
Small Chair Upholstery Workshop (BYOF) (MDB)

Transform a bare chair frame into a finished showpiece in this hands-on workshop! Perfect for beginners and seasoned DIYers alike, this class guides you step-by-step through building a fully upholstered chair from the frame up. Participants will bring a pre-approved, pre-stripped, and ful VIEW MORE...

Hands on Workshop
Kelly Reynolds
Wednesday 4/22/26
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
MDB302X, MDB362X
Love Links Quilt (BYOF) (MDB)

Join me to master the art of Flying Geese! If you’re hesitant about tackling any Flying Geese pattern, there’s no need to worry. In this class, you’ll discover the Fast Flying Geese technique using Studio 180 Design’s Wing Clipper 1 ruler, ensuring flawless results every t VIEW MORE...

Hands on Workshop
LuAnn Hartley
Wednesday 4/22/26
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
MDB303X, MDB363X
Edge-to-Edge Quilting on an Embroidery Machine (MDB)

Turn an embroidery machine into a quilting machine. This class will show you how to do that, including where to get designs, how to size designs to fit your project, how to hoop and connect patterns, and how to do borders.

 

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Hands on Workshop
Michele Gillombardo
Wednesday 4/22/26
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
MDB304X, MDB364X
Mastering the Basics of IQ/MDC Designer (MDB)

New to IQ/MDC Designer? Afraid to touch those buttons? We start with the basics by learning what each button does, how they work together, and gradually develop your skills. You will be creating 3 step appliques, loading line designs to create coloring pages to stitch out, learn how to create bac VIEW MORE...

Hands on Workshop
Sandra Chandler
Wednesday 4/22/26
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
MDB305X, MDB365X
From Quilt to Catwalk: Create your own Quilted Blazer (BYOF) (MDB)

Join us for a hands-on workshop where you'll turn a quilt or found fabric into a stunning blazer. This workshop is perfect for all levels, from beginners to experienced quilters, looking to enhance their skills and creativity. Learn to sew, finish binding, and work with various fabrics like c VIEW MORE...

Hands on Workshop
Judy Phillips
Wednesday 4/22/26
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
MDB306X, MDB366X
Amazing Collage Quilting (MDB)

Have you ever wanted to make a Collage Quilt and weren’t sure where to start? We have streamlined the process for you! Come prepared to leave with the beginnings of a one-of-a-kind masterpiece. Each of these quilts are unique and take on a personality all their own. The collage technique ad VIEW MORE...

 
Thursday, April 23, 2026
Title
 
Teacher
Date/Time
Codes
Hands on Workshop
Sandra Chandler
Thursday 4/23/26
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
A 2X
Modern Hand Embroidery

Turn a plain cotton tote into a wearable piece of art. In this workshop, students learn how to place and stitch modern embroidery design on finished bag. Each student will go home with a unique project bag that they can use for running errands, attending guild meetings, or just carrying their sew VIEW MORE...

Hands on Workshop
Nancy Sapin
Thursday 4/23/26
8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
A 5X, B21
Row by Row Dragonfly Bowl

Not all bowls are created equal. Learn how to wrap fabric strips and sew coordinated wrapped clothesline cords together to shape the perfect striped bowl. You’ll learn how to add a firm appliqué center to the inside of your one-of-a-kind bowl and finish it with a dragonfly pendant. These bo VIEW MORE...

Hands on Workshop
LuAnn Hartley
Thursday 4/23/26
8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
A 6X, B22
It's All About Embroidery

This class will explore the different fabrics you can embroider on today and how to stabilize for success.  You will create several projects including a journal cover using cork and glitter fabric, embossing and adding a monogram to a towel, plus in the hoop applique.

 

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Hands on Workshop
Kate Quinn
Thursday 4/23/26
8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
A 7X, B23
Flower Power: Beginning Rulerwork Playtime

 

Discover the art of template quilting and elevate your quilting projects to new heights! Join us for an insightful workshop focused on using the Westalee Flower Power set, a versatile collection of quilting templates designed to enhance your quilting experience. 

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Hands on Workshop
Kathy McMakin
Thursday 4/23/26
8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
A 8X, B24
Inspiring Serger Confidence

Intimidated? Fear not! The serger is your friend! It is the perfect companion for your sewing machine, as it always makes you look like a professional (even if you are not). Knowing your serger, what it can do and how to do it will take your sewing to a whole new level. Learn how a serger VIEW MORE...

Hands on Workshop
Michele Gillombardo
Thursday 4/23/26
8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
A 9X, B25
Fun Fills and IQ Designer

Have you created with IQ Designer yet? We dive into working with fills! Using a pre-printed panel, we will learn how to use those IQ icons to draw and stitch those empty spaces with all the fun fill the machine has to offer!

 

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Hands on Workshop
Jill McCloy
Thursday 4/23/26
8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
A10X, B26
Design and Serge Cross-tie Kimono (BYOF)

Jill’s newest design, a serged jacket which can be worn with the cross-tie closure fastened or left open to drape beautifully. Either way, it makes a lovely addition to your wardrobe. To begin, you’ll take a few simple measurements: overall length, shoulder and neck width, and desired VIEW MORE...

Joe Vecchiarelli
Thursday 4/23/26
9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
A 1, B17
Your Body Double: Fitting a Dress Form to You

Designed to mirror your unique silhouette, a professional dress form will transform the way you sew clothing for yourself. Fashion designer to the stars, Joe Vecchiarelli, will discuss different options for the body double and show features of the French European form. Each student will be measur VIEW MORE...

Susan Luaces
Thursday 4/23/26
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
A 3
An Eye for Fit
This comprehensive class is designed to be both a primer for beginners and a valuable refresher for experienced sewists on the principles of proper garment fitting. We will delve into the essential aspects of achieving a well-fitted garment, examining the key hallmarks that VIEW MORE...
Jim Suzio
Thursday 4/23/26
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
A 4
Serging Explained and Simplified

If you have questions about sergers, we have answers! Join expert educator, Jim Suzio, in this interactive lecture where you will learn the basic elements every serger has, the difference between overlock and coverlock stitches, and how a serger can improve your sewing. See finished samples with VIEW MORE...

Hands on Workshop
Tamara Evans
Thursday 4/23/26
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
B18X
Jumping Through Hoops

In this Hands-On Hooping Class, learn how to hoop the "un-hoop-able" with your single needle domestic embroidery machine! Use tools you have at home; no special hoops or tools required. Learn to hoop a ball cap, knitted ski cap, coiled trivet, grosgrain ribbon, pet collar or leash, and VIEW MORE...

Sandra Chandler
Thursday 4/23/26
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
B19
Cricut for Quilt Patterns

Ready to bring your quilting game into the digital age? Join Sandra Chandler for an inspiring lecture and live demo on how to use your Cricut cutting machine to streamline your quilting projects! From half-square triangles to applique shapes, you’ll learn how to prepare, cut, and organize q VIEW MORE...

Pattie Otto
Thursday 4/23/26
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
B20
Knit Fabric Fundamentals: Understanding Stretch, Weight & Drape

The alphabet has taken over the world of modern knit fabrics! ITY, DBP, DTY and more all add to the confusion. Names like Ponte de Roma, Performance, Liverpool and Scuba can cause your head to spin. Get to know the fiber, feel and properties of these hi-tech knits and how to sew with them. Pattie VIEW MORE...

Hands on Workshop
Joe Vecchiarelli
Thursday 4/23/26
12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
C33X, D49
Create a Custom Bodice Using a Dress Form

Learn the art of draping a front and back bodice with expert fashion fitter, Joe Vecchiarelli. This immersive course will teach skills for fabric draping and patternmaking with the use of a dress form. Joe will demonstrate basic to intermediate techniques through a variety of flattering drapes fr VIEW MORE...

Floriani Educator
Thursday 4/23/26
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
C35X
Embroidery Over the Rainbow!

Embroidery gold is at the end of this Rainbow! Trying to convert your embroidery designs to a specific brand of thread? Want to quickly preview your design in various colorways? Or add color stops to a single-color design? What about personalizing projects with unique text? Wish there was a simpl VIEW MORE...

Hands on Workshop
Sandra Chandler
Thursday 4/23/26
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
C34, D50, E66
Denim Jacket Makeover with Sashiko (BYOF)

In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn the beautiful Japanese art of Sashiko while transforming your own denim jacket into a custom, story-filled piece of wearable art. Sashiko, which means “little stabs,” began as a practical running-stitch technique used to repair and strengt VIEW MORE...

Susan Luaces
Thursday 4/23/26
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
C36
Two Easy: How to Measure Yourself for the Perfect Fit
In this class, we'll teach you how to take accurate, detailed measurements for a perfect fit using the Two Easy measuring tapes: the Zero Center Tape and the Inseam Tape. We'll also cover essential measurements that are often overlooked in standard measurement charts VIEW MORE...
Hands on Workshop
Jim Suzio
Thursday 4/23/26
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
C38, D54, E70
Embroidered Peasant Blouse

Have you ever seen a ready-made garment and thought, “I could make that!” That’s what designer Jim Suzio does with his incredible dress series we call Knock Offs to Knockouts. Inspired by an embroidered blouse found in an online catalog, Jim will share his process for selecting VIEW MORE...

Hands on Workshop
Eric Drexler
Thursday 4/23/26
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
C39, D55XY
Secrets for Quilting with Metallics

You will learn some Beginner Free Motion Quilting skills that Eric is so well known for teaching. You also get to explore the diverse effects of round, twisted, and flat Sulky metallic threads as you make this fun, colorful practice exercise. His treasure trove of great tips makes sewing and quil VIEW MORE...

Hands on Workshop
Annie Smith
Thursday 4/23/26
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
C40, D56XY
Quilting on a Serger

Try your hand at Serger Quilting, the best new way to make a quilt. Learn Serger Basics with Annie while making a simple strip-pieced Chinese Coins quilt. This will be a great class, filled with timely technology, to make a quilt top in just a couple of hours.

 

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Hands on Workshop
LuAnn Hartley
Thursday 4/23/26
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
C41, D57XY
Mylar Applique Mini Quilt

Using Mylar for embroidery designs solves the frustration of working with metallic threads, get that look without all the issues of thread breaking and shredding for a shimmering finish. We will explore different methods of applique: invisible applique, using decorative stitches, mastering curves VIEW MORE...

Hands on Workshop
Kathy McMakin
Thursday 4/23/26
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
C42, D58XY
Knit Tee-Top: Serging for Rookies

Learn all the tricks for constructing a professional looking t-shirt! Whether you have serged for years or are just beginning your serging career, you can craft a whole knit t-shirt with several hemming options in minutes - no kidding! But you gotta’ know the tricks!! We promise it is quick VIEW MORE...

Allyson Heidenfelder
Thursday 4/23/26
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
D51
Stripology Basics for Fabric Cutting

Tired of wonky cuts and ruler frustration? Ready to fall in love with cutting fabric again? Join us for a fast-paced, info-packed lecture all about the magic of the Stripology Ruler system and how it can totally transform the way you cut and piece! Designed for quilters of all experience levels, VIEW MORE...

Pattie Otto
Thursday 4/23/26
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
D52
Sewing Elastic Waistbands Like a Pro

Elastic waistbands, the ultimate in comfort for skirts, pants and shorts can be sewn with professional results every time. This class will show fool proof tips for casing, insertion and hidden applications that eliminates bulk. Pattie will discuss the appropriate elastic types, show you how to me VIEW MORE...

Joe Vecchiarelli
Thursday 4/23/26
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
E65
Sew Like a Pro

While you may have started sewing as a hobby, repeating rookie mistakes ruins all the fun. Spend one hour with expert designer, Joe Vecchiarelli, who will have you stitching like the pros. Learn innovative techniques and special tricks to build your sewing skills. Have you ever inserted a sleeve VIEW MORE...

Jill McCloy
Thursday 4/23/26
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
E67
Dimensional Elements in Quilting: Beautiful Ohio

Sometimes it’s flowers, sometimes leaves and other times it’s tucks, wing-needle work, shark’s teeth, or even a bit of couching. Maybe you’d like to try colored pencil or free-motion shading to add dimension. Add buttons, beads, trims, or found objects for even more person VIEW MORE...

Susan Luaces
Thursday 4/23/26
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
E68
Fitting Curvy Figures: Pattern Alterations for Fuller and Smaller Curves
This class focuses on adjusting commercial patterns to better fit figures with fuller or smaller curves than those for which the pattern was originally designed. We will explore specific alterations for bust size, fuller or flatter backsides, and more prominent or less prono VIEW MORE...
Eric Drexler
Thursday 4/23/26
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
F83X
Sewing Machine Maintenance Tips & What to Leave to the Professionals

Did you know a dirty sewing machine can cause skipped stitches and create tension issues? Sewing expert, Eric Drexler, will start with simple steps for removing fluff and dust; then take you inside the machine to see what technicians find once the covers are removed. Even if you think your machin VIEW MORE...

Hands on Workshop
Pattie Otto
Thursday 4/23/26
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
F85XX
Wing Needle Wonders Workshop

Transform ordinary stitches into something extraordinary with a Wing Needle. This uniquely shaped needle manipulates fibers in a way you never thought possible. Pattie will share tips on fabric selection, proper stabilizing methods and identifying the best stitches to use with the wing needle. Af VIEW MORE...

Hands on Workshop
Annie Smith
Thursday 4/23/26
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
F86X, G102
Aurifil Thread Matters Technique Sampler

One of the most important parts of our quilts is one of which we seldom pay attention. Thread! Explore the world of Aurifil threads in this informative and hands-on workshops. We'll discuss and stitch the seven weights of Aurifil, making a stitch sample that can made into a tote or zipper bag VIEW MORE...

Hands on Workshop
Nancy Sapin
Thursday 4/23/26
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
F87X, G103
Designer Batik Scrunched Scarf

Discover how simple it is to design your own one-of-a-kind designer scarf. Using Sulky’s decorative threads and the machine’s built-in decorative stitches, you’ll create a couture batik scarf with truly head-turning style. Sulky’s wash away stabilizer keeps this project qu VIEW MORE...

 
Friday, April 24, 2026
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Teacher
Date/Time
Codes
Jim Suzio
Friday 4/24/26
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
H113X
Tailor's Tips for a Professional Look

Master the secrets to great fitting clothes. Learn the tips professional tailor's use for measuring and simple alterations with clothing designer, Jim Suzio. In this new lecture, Jim will demonstrate age-old and the latest tailor’s tools every sewist should use for making custom clothin VIEW MORE...

Hands on Workshop
Jill McCloy
Friday 4/24/26
8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
H114X, J130
Floristry: Dimensional Flowers from Fabric and Ribbon (BYOF)

Learn the art of making dimensional flowers—from Big and Bold to small and delicate. What will you embellish? A quilt? A hat? A garment? wristband? Demonstrations and directions for each step will help you create in and out of the classroom. Learn how to make both attached flowers and free- VIEW MORE...

Susan Luaces
Friday 4/24/26
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
H116X
Pants Fitting Nuances: Using the Seam Method and a Flexible Curve
Pants are often considered one of the most challenging garments to fit, but with the right approach, they can be tailored to perfection. In this class, we will explore a variety of alterations for different body shapes, helping you achieve a flattering fit regardless of your VIEW MORE...
Hands on Workshop
Annie Smith
Friday 4/24/26
8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
H117X, J133
Pro Tips for Accurate Piecing

Pro tips for Accurate Piecing is so easy to achieve. We'll construct a traditional 54/40 or Fight block to practice precision piecing using one little essential notion. Trimming an over-sized section with points so your points aren't cut off is a skill you need. Simple techniques wil VIEW MORE...

Hands on Workshop
Kate Quinn
Friday 4/24/26
8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
H118X, J134
EmbroideLee: Where Embroidery Meets Rulerwork

Come explore Sew Steady's fabulous EmbroideLee technique. This powerful combination of embroidery and rulerwork quilting will help you finish your quilting projects beautifully and quickly.  Create a stunning masterpiece while adding precision and dimension to embroidered quilting d VIEW MORE...

Hands on Workshop
Lynn Gerard
Friday 4/24/26
8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
H119X, J135
Kennedy Cork Crossbody Bag

Create your own custom crossbody bag while learning essential sewing skills. In this class, you’ll learn how to confidently work with zippers and personalize your bag’s design to match your style. By the end of tclass, you’ll walk away with a beautifully crafted bag that&rs VIEW MORE...

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Hands on Workshop
Kathy McMakin
Friday 4/24/26
8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
H120X, J136
Heirloom Sewing Techniques on a Serger

Do you love that vintage look but think you do not have enough sewing time to complete something so intricate? Well, think again! Heirloom details completed on your serger are fast, fun and easy. Never done heirloom before or serged before? Absolutely no worries! Kathy will introduce you to the w VIEW MORE...

Hands on Workshop
Tamara Evans
Friday 4/24/26
8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
H121X, J137
Beginning Machine Embroidery: Quilted Scissor Case

Could you sew faster with a cute scissor stasher? Absolutely, yes! Join master teacher, Tamara Evans to learn the basics of machine embroidery while creating this darling scissor pouch. In-the-Hoop (ITH) indicates the entire piece is embroidered, quilted, and sewn together within your embroidery VIEW MORE...

Hands on Workshop
LuAnn Hartley
Friday 4/24/26
8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
H122X, J138
Savvy Serger Techniques

Explore the incredible things you can do with a serger (besides just finishing the edge of a seam).  Taught by serger expert and designer, LuAnn Hartley, you will be working with decorative threads and will get to try a few optional accessory feet.  You can apply these new techniques to VIEW MORE...

Judy Phillips
Friday 4/24/26
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
H115

We love fabric! Sometimes though, picturing the finished quilt with prints and colors mixed from block to block is tricky. How do you combine fabrics that make your quilts sparkle? Learn the essentials for blending colors and patterns with expert educator and owner of the fabulous Sew Déjà Vu, Ju VIEW MORE...

Joe Vecchiarelli
Friday 4/24/26
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
J129
Specialty Notions used by Professional Studios

Discover the secrets of the fashion industry with this comprehensive class on specialty notions used daily by professionals. Watch Joe demonstrate a variety of tools designed to help you work with precision and more efficiently. This is not just a class about seam rippers, go with Joe beyond the VIEW MORE...

Nancy Sapin
Friday 4/24/26
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
J131
Fundamentals of Free-Motion Quilting


That’s all free motion? Really? Well, yes, it is! Nancy is a National Educator representing Sulky of America. Adopt Nancy’s easy approach to learning and mastering free-motion stitching for creative freedom with quilting, landscapes and embellishment projects. It’s not h VIEW MORE...

Susan Luaces
Friday 4/24/26
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
J132
Fitting Sleeves for Appearance, Comfort, and Movement
In this class, we explore several body variations that impact the fit of sleeves, from arm size and shape to shoulder joint differences. Understanding these variations is key to achieving sleeves that not only look great but also fit comfortably and allow for full range of m VIEW MORE...
LuAnn Hartley
Friday 4/24/26
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
K147X

Both of these machines have accessories available to help you with your projects. In this lecture/demo we will talk about all of the different feet and show you how to use them. Some of the accessories for the serger include: blindstitch, elasticator, cording, beading, curved beading, piping, gat VIEW MORE...

Hands on Workshop
Joe Vecchiarelli
Friday 4/24/26
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
K145, L161, M177
Create Your Own Pattern for Custom-fit Pants

In this comprehensive class led by expert fashion designer, Joe Vecchiarelli, you will learn to draft three pant styles: skinny leg, straight leg, and palazzo. Each student will be measured precisely to create a custom pair of pants. Learn how to transpose the measurements onto muslin, which will VIEW MORE...

Hands on Workshop
Eric Drexler
Friday 4/24/26
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
K146, L162, M178
Baby Your Baby: Singer Featherweight Maintenance

Eric Drexler has been a sewing machine mechanic for over 35 years, and he wants to share his love and knowledge for, what he considers his “Baby”, the Singer 221 Featherweight. Eric will walk you through how to take off all the covers, where to oil and what to watch out for. Your &ldq VIEW MORE...

Annie Smith
Friday 4/24/26
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
K148
If Our Quilts Could Talk...

If our quilts could talk, what would they say about us? Stories of our lives are quietly sewn within the quilts we make. They may represent ancestors from long ago or our own heart's desires which unfold while we stitch. Award-winning quilter, Annie Smith, is sure to inspire with her incredib VIEW MORE...

Hands on Workshop
Jill McCloy
Friday 4/24/26
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
K149, L165XY
Foot Feats IV: Accessory Feet for Quilting (BYOF)

Wouldn’t it be lovely to have a simple place to gather and keep all the needs for planned and, perhaps, unfinished projects? Something with a little pocket to hold a label of contents? Something pretty and practical and lightly padded to keep everything safe and together. What if it was sim VIEW MORE...

Hands on Workshop
Jessica VanDenburgh
Friday 4/24/26
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
K150, L166, M182
Embroidered Market Tote

Cork is such a dream to embroider and this tote is the perfect bag to show off your beautiful design! In class we will make this small tote bag from start to finish including a gorgeous embroidered front!

 

Materials fee: Precut cork for the outside & handles and lini VIEW MORE...

Hands on Workshop
Allyson Heidenfelder
Friday 4/24/26
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
K151, L167XY
The Stripology Method for Piecing

Ready to cut with confidence? Join us for a playful and practical class where you'll create a beautiful 16-inch pillow cover using a unique design crafted just for this workshop! This class is all about unlocking the power of the Stripology ruler—your new best friend for cutting with pr VIEW MORE...

Hands on Workshop
Kathy McMakin
Friday 4/24/26
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
K152, L168XY
Hems and Borders on a Serger

Take your serger skills beyond the basics! This hands-on technique class promises to be both fun and easy, teaching you ways to enhance your projects with a variety of hem styles and edge finishes. During the session, you'll learn how to hem and edge-finish garments, quilts, home décor items, VIEW MORE...

Hands on Workshop
Tamara Evans
Friday 4/24/26
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
K153, L169XY
Power Piecing: Half Square Triangles In-the-Hoop (BYOF)

The power piecing half-square triangle is one of the most creative components in thousands of quilt blocks. Traditionally, making these triangles involves measuring, precise stitching, trimming, and squaring up—often a tedious process. Now, thanks to Tamara Evans’s foolproof method, y VIEW MORE...

Hands on Workshop
Pattie Otto
Friday 4/24/26
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
K154, L170XY
Four Techniques for Serging Knits

Get ready for a hands-on experience where you will conquer the four key techniques for serging knits: seaming, neckbands, hems, and applying elastic.

 

Explore the art of basic seaming on various knit types, unravel the mysteries of stabilizers and topstitching, and disco VIEW MORE...

LuAnn Hartley
Friday 4/24/26
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
L163
Better Bindings

Binding—it’s the last step to finish your quilts. But that old cliché about saving the best for last, does not apply. Bindings can be troublesome for many quilters. Whether you are stuck on the width of the binding strip, or feel your finished bindings look a bit wonky, expert educato VIEW MORE...

Floriani Educator
Friday 4/24/26
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
L164
Hallmarks of Beautiful Machine Embroidery

Floriani is the name that means beautiful embroidery. We’ll start by reviewing file sizes and stitch counts to select quality embroidery designs, then share stabilizing solutions for a variety of fabrics with steps to prevent puckering. By examining stitches from the back side of the hoop, VIEW MORE...

Jim Suzio
Friday 4/24/26
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
M179
Zippers: Hidden and Exposed

Zippers are a common feature of our everyday clothing, but when it comes to sewing, we're all afraid those zipper teeth might actually bite. In this fun and fascinating lecture, designer Jim Suzio will take you beyond the zipper foot. Whether you are making a fancy dress or handbag with pocke VIEW MORE...

Susan Luaces
Friday 4/24/26
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
M180
Pattern Alterations for Posture Issues: Fitting Forward, Rounded Shoulders

In this class, you'll see demonstrations of how to identify posture issues and alter patterns using the Seam Method to accommodate a variety of common posture issues, ensuring your garments fit and flatter your unique body shape. Whether you're dealing with forward shoulders, a rounded up VIEW MORE...

 
Saturday, April 25, 2026
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Teacher
Date/Time
Codes
Hands on Workshop
Joe Vecchiarelli
Saturday 4/25/26
8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Q225X, R241
Your Custom-fit Sleeve Pattern: Balancing the Armhole

In this comprehensive class led by fashion designer, Joe Vecchiarelli, you will learn to draft the perfect sleeve pattern. Each student’s arms will be measured precisely, then you will learn how to transpose the measurements onto paper to create a perfect fitting sleeve for your body. We wi VIEW MORE...

Hands on Workshop
Susan Luaces
Saturday 4/25/26
8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Q226X, R242
Boot Camp: The Seam Method of Pattern Alteration
In this intensive workshop, you'll learn the essential steps of the Seam Method of pattern alteration, with a focus on creating alterations and making precise changes where they're needed most. You'll learn how to approach pattern alterations in the correct order VIEW MORE...
Hands on Workshop
Kate Quinn
Saturday 4/25/26
8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Q229X, R245
Blissful Spirits: Piecing a Wedding Ring Quilt

Join Sew Steady National Educator Kate Quinn to explore the intricacies of a scrappy Double Wedding Ring quilt block. Kate shares everything you need to know. Topics include cutting the block units using Sew Steady's Westalee Double Wedding Ring cutting templates, selecting the best fabrics, VIEW MORE...

Hands on Workshop
Eric Drexler
Saturday 4/25/26
8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Q230X, R246
Free Motion Thread Painting

Come learn how Eric “Paints with Thread”. His award-winning Free Motion has inspired and impressed sewers across the country. Thread Painting is a doorway to many other Free Motion techniques like Stippling, Monogramming, Thread Sketching, Embellish printed fabric. Turn your workhorse VIEW MORE...

Hands on Workshop
Jessica VanDenburgh
Saturday 4/25/26
8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Q231X, R247
Cork Voyager Boxed Train Case

Have you ever wanted to make a traincase but just didn't know where to start? Join me to make this cool "faux" traincase. Why faux? The unique design and construction of this bag make it an easier more simplified version of a traditional traincase that opens all the way and can be a VIEW MORE...

Hands on Workshop
Elisa Milano
Saturday 4/25/26
8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Q232X, R248
Do More with your Serger-Workbook Class

Ready to unlock the full potential of your serger? In this hands-on, workbook-style class, you’ll explore a variety of popular serger techniques with a special focus on using the many specialty feet available for your machine.

 

As we work through each technique tog VIEW MORE...

Hands on Workshop
Michele Gillombardo
Saturday 4/25/26
8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Q233X, R249
Applique and IQ Designer
Forget about your sewing machine and allow the embroidery machine to effortlessly stitch your applique pieces and enhance your quilt blocks - all done in the hoop! With a step-by-step, hands-on approach, my class offers a stress-free learning environment.
 
Hands on Workshop
LuAnn Hartley
Saturday 4/25/26
8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Q234X, R250
Two Bags, Five Zippers, One Serger

Ready to move on to something more challenging with zippers and sergers? In this class you will make 2 zippered bags using various types of fabrics.  These bags are completely lined and use different types of fabrics along with traditional cotton fabrics. The first bag is constructed with co VIEW MORE...

Jim Suzio
Saturday 4/25/26
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Q227
Tailor's Tips for Formalwear: Fabric, Lace, Beads, and Sequins

You deserve a fancy dress! In this fantastic new class, designer Jim Suzio will share both technical skills and sewing secrets for making couture gowns and formalwear. Learn the specific care for working with luxurious fabrics like silk, satin, chiffon, and velvet. From Jim's dress collection VIEW MORE...

Tamara Evans
Saturday 4/25/26
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Q228
Digitizing Software for Embroidery

Embroidery software is a powerful partner in your embroidery endeavors. In this class, we will explore the features and functions that make it an essential tool for altering, improving and creating embroidery designs. Even if you are not ready to create your own designs from scratch, or aren' VIEW MORE...

Floriani Educator
Saturday 4/25/26
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
R243X
How to Make Custom Embroidery Patches & Postcards

Custom Embroidery Patches and Postcards are fun to make and an easy way to leave a mark on a special occasion. The Floriani Educator will show you four ways to make a patch with any embroidery machine and they are quick and easy to make. Learn to design a patch and how to make patches from the de VIEW MORE...

Tamara Evans
Saturday 4/25/26
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
R244X
The Magic of Quilting In-the-Hoop

Whatever the size, an embroidery machine is an effective and efficient tool for getting those special projects quickly finished with perfection. Learn which designs are most successful for custom quilting or corner-to-corner coverage and which need caution. Find out how to measure and scale desig VIEW MORE...

Pattie Otto
Saturday 4/25/26
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
S259X
A Million Little Tips for Garment Sewing

Unlock a treasure box of Pattie's tips and tricks for garment sewing – okay, maybe not a million, but enough to elevate your garment sewing game! Gain the confidence to conquer both woven and knit projects as you dive into the world of professionally finished shirt pockets and collars, VIEW MORE...

Hands on Workshop
Nancy Sapin
Saturday 4/25/26
12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
S257, T273X
Stabilizer Reference Notebook

Stabilizers are used in more than embroidery, they are used in all types of sewing, quilting, etc…! Sulky breaks down stabilizers into 4 color coded categories for all your sewing needs. We will examine each stabilizer in each category as you build your own notebook so you can easily under VIEW MORE...

Hands on Workshop
Nancy Sander
Saturday 4/25/26
12:30 PM - 3:00 PM
S258, T274
Heirloom Crazy Quilt

Name a quilting trend that was all the rage in the late 1800s. The Crazy Quilt, made with atypical shapes, mismatched fabrics, then stitched together with elaborate embroidery. As an antique dealer, Nancy Sander decided to create her own heirloom as a wedding gift for her son. See Nancy's qui VIEW MORE...

Allyson Heidenfelder
Saturday 4/25/26
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
S260
Sewing with Minky: Cuddle Up with Confidence!

Soft, snuggly, and oh-so-cozy—Minky is a dream fabric that can sometimes feel like a nightmare to sew… until now! Join us for this hands-on class where we’ll take the mystery out of minky and show you how to create beautiful, professional-looking projects with ease. We’ll VIEW MORE...

Hands on Workshop
Christine Harlan
Saturday 4/25/26
12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
S261, T277X
Serendipity Quilt Block Tote (BYOF)

Do you happen to have a random quilt block in your fabric stash? Some call these orphan blocks, WIP (work in progress), even UFOs (unfinished objects), but we think it's Serendipity! In this fantastic class you will repurpose that lone quilt block into a darling quilter's tote, while lear VIEW MORE...

Hands on Workshop
Cindy Peck
Saturday 4/25/26
12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
S262, T278X
Drunkard's Path Applique Pillow

Conquer your fear of sewing blocks with curved pieces, as you create a beautiful appliquéd Drunkard’s Path Pillow from start to finish. In this class, you’ll learn how to piece the blocks, add simple yet striking appliqué techniques, and discover how to give your pillow a polishe VIEW MORE...

Hands on Workshop
LuAnn Hartley
Saturday 4/25/26
12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
S263, T279X
Creative Bindings (BYOF)

You have made the quilt and quilted it, now it's time to add the binding. Hand sewn or machine sewn? This class will cover both. This is a notebook class for each technique mentioned below.

Techniques taught:

  • Perfecting corners
  • Hand sewn vs Machine sewn< VIEW MORE...
Hands on Workshop
Kathy McMakin
Saturday 4/25/26
12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
S264, T280X

Discover how fun and rewarding it can be to learn your serger through simple, creative projects—instead of just practicing stitches and techniques. These confidence-building projects are designed to teach you all about your serger while creating items you’ll actually love to use and s VIEW MORE...

Hands on Workshop
Tamara Evans
Saturday 4/25/26
12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
S265, T281X
Seasonal Charms: Spring Blossom

A splendid block any season or décor! This design block quickly becomes a reliable “go-to” for countless special projects. The in-the-hoop piecing process is both remarkably simple and surprisingly forgiving. With just two hoopings and minimal seams, the block practically builds itsel VIEW MORE...

Hands on Workshop
Jim Suzio
Saturday 4/25/26
12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
S266, T282X
Serger School

It's just like Driver’s Ed only for sergers, and definitely more exciting with expert designer Jim Suzio as your guide. Buckle up as you learn to start, stop, slow down, turn inside corners, and more. We'll thread the serger with four different colors to follow the st VIEW MORE...

Pattie Otto
Saturday 4/25/26
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
T275
Beyond the Basic Crew Neck

Transform your plain tee into an elegant knit pullover with Pattie's expert guidance! Learn her foolproof techniques for stitching the perfect knit neckline, as she walks you through the essentials of cutting, marking, and measuring the neck and neckband. Using both a sewing machine and a ser VIEW MORE...

Kate Quinn
Saturday 4/25/26
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
T276X
Scraptastic Secrets for Scrap Quilts

Do you ever ask yourself, “I want to make a beautiful quilt with my quilting scraps. How can I make sure it actually turns out beautiful?” Ask no further and join Kate Quinn for clear and practical tips to make amazing, interesting, and fun scrap quilts. Kate will share cutting tips, VIEW MORE...

General Admission
$10.00
Collectible Sticker
$3.00
Lapel Pin
$5.00
Shopping Bag
$5.00
Super-Shopper
$18.00
Project Pouch
$6.00
Notebook & Pen Set
$8.00
Expo Scarf
$25.00
Neck Wallet
$5.00
Refund Policy: General admission, class and product tickets for Original Sewing & Quilt Expo are non-refundable. Please send someone in your place if you are unable to attend. If the event cannot occur on the scheduled dates, then a credit for a future event will be issued.
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