we’ve had many, many requests for this class over the years, so I’m very proud to finally announce this first-time ever offering starting later this month: serger basics: how to thread and stitch. if you already own a serger, or have thought about buying one, but are intimidated by the whole threading and stitching process, this is the workshop for you! hope to see you in class!
do you love design sponge? I bet your answer to this question is Y-E-S. that’s why I’m totally thrilled to be featured on the site today, teaching the color theory coasters from my new book, embroider everything workshop. if you have any interest in or love of embroidery or needlepoint, it’s worth checking out. in the video I show a number of techniques like threading the needle (surprisingly tricky to do with thick tapestry wool!), working the basic continental stitch, how to follow a charted design and finishing steps. of course I teach all of these things plus much more in the make studio, too! the next intro to needlepoint workshop is happening on sun mar 4 at 2pm.
in sewing-related news I’ve added a last-minute zip-o-riffic pillow on sat 1/28 at noon. if you’re interested in making home decor items and want to take your skills to the next level this is the class for you! btw, if you’ve only taken the intro to sewing machine workshop don’t be intimidated by the zipper. I will teach you everything you need to know!
while I’m at it, I should also mention that there are only 2 slots left in the next fashion lab: session 102 (starts tues 2/7 at 630pm). both of our january labs sold out (!), so I’ve added march dates to keep up with the demand (weds 3/14 at 630pm). please let me know if you’re interested in april dates or anything else! I’m happy to add new things to the calendar.
speaking of new things, I’m working on a make kids: intro to sewing machine (ages 7-13) series starting next month, as well as a spring break and summer fashion camp for kids and teens. (wish I wasn’t too old to go!) I’ll send out a newsletter as soon as the curriculum is set and the dates are booked. if you’d like to be contacted I can also add you to a waiting list. just send an email to info@makeworkshop.com and I will be in touch with the dates and times. please also spread the word to any parents or kids that you think might be interested! I really appreciate any help with getting the word out.
last, but not least, we still have room in the mon 1/30 earrings workshop as well as tues 1/31 one-day crochet, along with many other offerings moving forward into february. seriously, where does the time go? as always, we hope to see you in the make studio soon!
hey, makers!
hope you’ve been having an excellent 2012. with the new year in full swing things have been extra busy around the make studio. several dates have sold out in the last few weeks, so I’ve added lots of extra workshops through march to help keep up with demand. new and noteworthy offerings that are still available include knitting II: baby sweater (thu 1/19), 2-hour pillow making workshop (only 2 spots left! tue 1/24), make earrings : one-night workshop (mon 1/30) and one-day crochet (tue 1/31). there are also dates for panty making, decoupage, soapmaking, intro to jewelry design, soldered ring(s), blockprinting, fashion and home lab learn-to-sew series and more scheduled in feb-apr. our new site allows you to see everything in date order here, which is pretty cool. or you can simply visit the online calendar. and if there’s ever a class you’d like to take and it’s not on the schedule and/or at a time that works for you, please just send an email to and we’ll do our best to add a session. please note that we are especially flexible during the week from 11am-4pm as well as weekend afternoons.
by popular demand: make is now offering open sewing studio hours. there are 4 sessions on the schedule so far–friday night(s) and/or a sunday afternoon–starting with a date on friday 1/20 at 630pm. fun stuff!
if the answer is yes, you’re in good company! we scheduled two sessions of our popular learn-to-sew fashion lab series this month and they are already sold out. the next two sets of dates begin tues feb 7 and weds mar 14. if you’re interested in joining in on the fun you’ll definitely want to sign up soon to guarantee your spot in class. as always, we hope to see you!
just a quick post to send best wishes for a happy 2012 to all of our past, present and future makers. please let us know if we can do to help you to achieve your crafty new year’s resolutions. there’s never been a better time to learn to sew, knit, crochet, make jewelry and more! as always, we can’t wait to see what you make.
crochet ornaments are just one of the things you can learn to make at one-day crochet, tue 12/20 630-9pm
new workshop: silhouette making (paper craft)
this is a class I’ve been dying to offer for years: silhouette making. super cool, right? learn how to make your own one-of-a-kind paper silhouettes in this cute + paste workshop. no skills necessary.
book tour : embroider everything workshop
I’m out on the road again later this week promoting embroider everything workshop in lexington, cincinatti and cleveland, and next week I’ll be in portland and seattle. if you have any friends and family in any of these places I’d love to meet them! autographed (and personalized) copies of the book are also available in the make studio. just send us an email and we’ll get a copy out to you tout de suite.
make gift certificates
if you’re looking for a gift for your favorite maker, may I be so bold as to suggest a make gift certificate? they’re available in any amount and can be sent either as a handmade letterpress card (via snail mail) or as an ecard.
as always, we hope to see you in the make studio soon!
xoxo,
diana/make
I’d like to officially announce the launch of the new make site. I am so excited about all of the new-and-improved features that I almost don’t know where to start, but let me begin by giving props to its designer and my friend, doug ng. thanks to doug, the make site now features iCalendar, google maps AND a dedicated shopping cart which makes secure online registration a piece of cake. (later days, paypal!)
the size and number of images has also been increased for maximum inspiration, and there is not just one, but two make blogs for you to check out. the “news” blog will feature all of the latest happenings around the make studio and “diana’s blog” will be an online diary written by yours truly. welcome, friend!
I am so excited it’s starting to feel like fall! as the weather cools, there’s nothing better than cozy-ing up indoors and working on new projects, especially with the holidays around the corner. with this in mind, I’ve added several new dates to the oct-dec calendar in everything from jewelry making to letterpress to panty making. … continue reading
I am beyond excited to be teaching the color theory coasters from the embroidery everything workshop on designsponge. (thank you, grace!) if you’ve ever been interested in learning how to needlepoint take a peek at the video. it teaches a number of useful techniques as well as the ins and outs of the continental stitch, which will get and … continue reading
I’ll be signing copies of embroider everything workshop at the tattered cover in denver on monday jan 30 at 730pm (2526 east colfax avenue). if you have any friends or family in the area who love embroidery or have an interest in learning how to stitch, please invite them to come by and say hi! it should be a fun … continue reading
calculating yardage is basic arithmetic, but if you’re new to sewing and/or have never had to estimate how much material to buy, it can seem really difficult. (like barbie says, math is hard!) seriously, this is a very easy task once you understand how fabric “works”.
let’s start by pretending you’re making a 20 inch pillow and it … continue reading
the embroider everything workshop tour continues and you’re all invited (as well as your friends and family!) I’ll be sharing my love of embroidery and signing books in the following locations:
12/8 lexington, KY. joseph-beth booksellers, 161 lexington green circle, 7-830pm 12/9 cincinatti, OH. joseph-beth booksellers, 2692 madison road, 7-830pm 12/10 cleveland OH. bazaar bizarre (craft fair), 1300-1301 West 78th St, 12-2pm … continue reading
last night I did an embroider everything workshop event at fountain bookstore in richmond. I’d like to thank kelly justice for hosting me. super nice! kelly broke out a treasure trove of embroidered items she made when she was a girl, which were amazing. kelly is obv passionate about books and her store is a must-see if you’re … continue reading
a lively how to and why to sew tutorial that marries attitude and instruction while teaching everything you need to know to sew. includes 10 paper patterns and 25 original designs.
the beginner’s guide to transforming any plain piece of fabric or fabric surface into a work of art with embroidery, needlepoint, cross-stitch and more. comes with 50 step-by-step projects, iron-on heat transfers and practice stitch card!
