Current & Upcoming
Functional and Fun: Apron Sewing Workshop
Jan 26, 2025 1:00PM—5:00PM
SEFAA Center 3420 W. Hospital Ave. Chamblee, GA 30341
RegisterJoin us for a hands-on sewing workshop where you’ll craft a custom apron tailored to your style with Katrina Stone. Designed for all skill levels, this class will teach you to handle medium-weight fabrics with techniques like mitered corners, seam reinforcement, and topstitching. You’ll also learn to attach ties and snaps for a perfect fit.…
View MoreBeginning Sewing: Machine Sewing Basics
Sep 28, 2024 1:00PM—5:00PM
SEFAA Center 3420 W. Hospital Ave. Chamblee, GA 30341
Have you always dreamed of sewing but don’t feel comfortable using a sewing machine? Then, join us and master the essentials: setting up and threading your machine, deciphering all those buttons, and discovering the essential tools to make your sewing experience a breeze. We’ll also explore a variety of fabrics, learn how to use them, discover the best…
View MoreEthnic-Inspired Dolls
Oct 26, 2024 1:00PM—Oct 27, 2024 5:00PM
SEFAA Center 3420 W. Hospital Ave. Chamblee, GA 30341
Raid your stash for special fabric scraps, trims, and bits of jewelry, and join us to create a unique, ethnic-inspired doll. You'll start with a base doll form and then add unique stitched and embellished garments. Will your doll be Sami, Nepalese, Maasai, or Eastern European-inspired, or a unique blend of many traditional styles? Will your doll represent your…
View MoreFive Awesome & Easy Couture Techniques with Claire Shaeffer
Jan 20, 2024 2:00PM—4:00PM
Virtual
Many couture techniques are not difficult! Claire has selected several favorites–the Yves Saint Laurent zipper, understitching by hand, grosgrain waist stays, the magic of elastic at the neckline, and lingerie guards. All are easy to sew and produce awesome results. This virtual class will include a trunk show illustrating the various techniques on garments along…
View MoreAfrican Blues
Jul 07, 2023 10:00AM—Sep 30, 2023 4:00PM
SEFAA Center 3420 W. Hospital Ave. Chamblee, GA 30341
On exhibit from July 7 through September 30, 2023 T 10-2, W-Sat 10-4, and by appointment Also, starting July 23rd, a selection of Gasali’s textiles will be available for sale. at the Southeast Fiber Arts Alliance 3420 W. Hospital Ave., Chamblee, GA 30341 678.235.4328 | info@fiberartsalliance.org African Blues is an exhibition of indigo-resist textiles meticulously crafted by Nigerian…
View MoreBoro: The Japanese Rice Bag
May 06, 2023 9:30AM—3:30PM
SEFAA Center 3420 W. Hospital Ave Chamblee, GA 30341
Boro are a class of Japanese textiles that have been mended or patched together. The term is derived from Japanese boroboro, meaning something tattered or repaired. Sashiko is a stitching technique, often employed in the creation of boro. It can be as simple as a running stitch holding two pieces of cloth together. Wabi-sabi is…
View MoreBeginning Landscapes in Fabric
Apr 15, 2023 9:30AM—4:30PM
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It’s easier than you think to sew beautiful, realistic fabric landscapes! In this class, you’ll work with a kit of pre-curated fabrics, selecting how they are arranged and the design of your landscape. You’ll learn how to use color and perspective correctly, how to add stitched elements like trees, grasses, and flowers, and how to select appropriate fabrics for future projects. You’ll…
View MoreBoro: The Japanese Rice Bag
Feb 11, 2023 9:30AM—3:30PM
SEFAA Center 3420 W. Hospital Ave Chamblee, GA 30341
Boro are a class of Japanese textiles that have been mended or patched together. The term is derived from Japanese boroboro, meaning something tattered or repaired. Sashiko is a stitching technique, often employed in the creation of boro. It can be as simple as a running stitch holding two pieces of cloth together. Wabi-sabi is…
View MoreMonday Make Night: Denim Feathers
May 09, 2022 6:30PM—8:30PM
SEFAA Center 3420 W. Hospital Ave. Chamblee, GA 30341
Denim feathers are fun and easy to make and are a great way to upcycle old denim clothing. Plus, feathers can be used a million different ways – to embellish a jacket, make earrings, create a hatband, adorn a card/bookmark/box, wall decor, and … So, grab the gang and hang out with us for a couple…
View MoreAt Play in the Garden of Stitch
Jan 15, 2022 9:00AM—Jan 17, 2022 4:00PM
Loosen up and explore new territory with line and stitch in this workshop devoted to free-motion stitching, collage, and composition. You’ll learn to focus on the character of line and personal symbols through simple drawing, composition, and stitching exercises. And you’ll learn to think in thread – translating visual stimuli into pathways by stitching in…
View MoreMake-a-Mask-Along
May 30, 2020 10:30AM—11:30AM
Want to make masks for your family and friends? Then, join Chrissy for an hour of real-time help to get you sewing masks like a pro (instead of like Kay!). This online class is limited to 10 participants so that everyone completes a mask and gets their questions answered. Register today and we’ll send you…
View MoreMake-a-Mask-Along
May 09, 2020 10:30AM—11:30AM
Need a perfect last-minute gift for Mom? Want to make masks for your family and friends? Then, join Chrissy for an hour of real-time help to get you sewing masks like a pro (instead of like Kay!). This online class is free but is limited to 10 participants so that everyone completes a mask and…
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