Sewing & Craft Classes
Learn, create, and be inspired. Explore our upcoming classes and workshops for quilters, sewists, and makers of all skill levels.
Dates: Wednesdays, September 30, October 7, and 14th. Time: 6:00-7:30 pm. Location: Alyssum Patch Quilt Shop. 213 E. Grand River Ave. Howell, MI. 48843.
Get ready for spooky season with a handmade hat that's sure to cast a spell! In this fun and festive workshop, you'll create your own quilted witch hat using the Spellbound Quilted Witch Hat pattern by Melissa Mortenson.
This wearable, lined hat features a classic witchy silhouette and can be customized with your favorite fabrics to match your personal style. The Spellbound pattern creates a fully lined, wearable witch hat with an optional sash and is designed for advanced beginners to intermediate sewists.
Students should be comfortable using a sewing machine and sewing accurate seams. You'll leave class with a one-of-a-kind accessory ready for Howell's annual Witches Night Out, Halloween celebrations, fall festivals, or simply embracing your inner quilt witch.
Join us for an evening of stitching, creativity, and a little bit of magic!
Ages: Adult (16+). Skill Level: Advanced Beginner. Students should have a basic knowledge of sewing. Seats available: 8. Instructor: Kendal Oleski. Cost: $45
Participants will receive a supply list upon registration.
Join us as we create the beautiful Goodnight Irene quilt top from Missouri Star! This beginner-friendly quilt combines simple piecing techniques to create a stunning design that can be seen as either bold X's or charming checkerboards with pointed accents.
Throughout the workshop, you'll learn how to construct easy 16-patch blocks and assemble the striking X-blocks that give this quilt its unique look. Along the way, we'll cover essential quilting skills including accurate cutting, piecing, pressing, and block assembly.
With its repeating blocks and straightforward construction, Goodnight Irene is an excellent project for newer quilters looking to build confidence while creating a quilt they'll be proud to display, gift, or snuggle under for years to come.
Finished quilt size: 56" x 64"
Prerequisites: Students should be comfortable using a sewing machine. This class is ideal for beginner quilters looking to expand their skills in a supportive environment.
Ages: Adult (16+). Skill Level: Beginner. Students should have a basic knowledge of sewing. Seats available: 8. Instructor: Kendal Oleski. Cost: $45
Participants will receive a supply list upon registration.
Bag Making Basics: Zippered Pouch Workshop. Registration closed, class in session.
Date: Sundays, October 11, 18, and 25. Time: 10:00-11:30 am. Location: Alyssum Patch Quilt Shop. 213 E. Grand River Ave. Howell, MI. 48843.
Join us for a fun and practical bag-making class as we create the Easy Does It zippered pouch by ByAnnie! This beginner-friendly project is a great introduction to working with zippers, quilting, and bag construction techniques. Perfect for organizing sewing supplies, toiletries, travel essentials, and more, this versatile pouch is as useful as it is cute.
Pattern is included with registration. A supply list will be provided prior to class.
Ages: Adult 16+. Skill Level: Confident Beginner. Seats available: 8. Instructor: Debie Brown. Cost: $45
Create something useful, unique, and completely your own! Youth ages 10+ are invited to grow their sewing skills in this workshop designed for confident beginners. Students will make a reversible carpenter-style apron using two coordinating fabrics of their choice. Along the way, they'll learn sewing fundamentals, including measuring, cutting, stitching, and attaching pockets and a waistband. By the end of class, each student will leave with a finished reversible apron that's perfect for crafting, gardening, baking, or everyday creative adventures.
Supply list provided with registration. No sewing machine required - students will use sewing machines provided by Alyssum Patch Quilt Shop during class.
Ages: Youth 10+. Experience Level: Confident Beginner. Seats available: 4. Instructor: Jennifred Jones. Cost: $35.
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Sewing 101: How to Use a Sewing Machine
Date: Monday, November 2. Time: 6:00 - 7:00 pm. Location: Alyssum Patch Quilt Shop.
Would you like to learn how to sew, but don’t know where to start? This is the class for you! We will explore the ins and outs of a sewing machine: its functions and features, winding and loading a bobbin, threading the machine, replacing a needle, changing the presser foot, care and maintenance, and how to operate safely. We’ll then put our skills into practice by learning how to sew straight seams with scrap fabric. By the end of this workshop you'll be ready to join one of our beginner sewing project classes.
Ages: Adult (16+). Skill Level: Beginner. Seats Available: 6. Cost: $20
No materials required, sewing machines will be provided for use.
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Session 3: Intro to Sewing - for beginner stitchers
Dates: Wednesdays: November 4, 11, 18. Time: 3:30 - 5 pm. Cost: $65. Seats available: 4
Intro to Sewing is perfect for brand new and beginning stitchers! In this class we will learn how to operate a sewing machine as well as the basics of sewing small projects by hand.
Projects will include making a quilt block potholder, hand stitching flowers, and creating a portable tic tac toe game.No previous experience is required. Supplies are included with registration. No sewing machine required - students will use sewing machines provided by Alyssum Patch Quilt Shop during class.
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Join us as we create the beautiful Goodnight Irene quilt top from Missouri Star! This beginner-friendly quilt combines simple piecing techniques to create a stunning design that can be seen as either bold X's or charming checkerboards with pointed accents.
Throughout the workshop, you'll learn how to construct easy 16-patch blocks and assemble the striking X-blocks that give this quilt its unique look. Along the way, we'll cover essential quilting skills including accurate cutting, piecing, pressing, and block assembly.
With its repeating blocks and straightforward construction, Goodnight Irene is an excellent project for newer quilters looking to build confidence while creating a quilt they'll be proud to display, gift, or snuggle under for years to come.
Finished quilt size: 56" x 64"
Prerequisites: Students should be comfortable using a sewing machine. This class is ideal for beginner quilters looking to expand their skills in a supportive environment.
Ages: Adult (16+). Skill Level: Beginner. Students should have a basic knowledge of sewing. Seats available: 8. Instructor: Kendal Oleski. Cost: $45
Participants will receive a supply list upon registration.
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The Big Giant Quilted Bow pattern by Lindsey Grace Creates has taken the sewing world by storm — and now you can make your own! Big, bold, and full of charm — this oversized quilted bow is the perfect statement piece for any season or special occasion
In this beginner-friendly class, you’ll piece, quilt, and assemble your own oversized bow. Basic sewing experience is recommended, but no previous patchwork/quilting experience is necessary.
Come stitch with us and create a show-stopping project that’s sure to make you smile!
Ages: Adult (16+). Skill Level: Beginner. Students should have a basic knowledge of sewing. Seats available: 6. Instructor: Kendal Oleski. Cost: $45
Participants will receive a supply list upon registration.
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Foundation Paper Piecing Workshop - Butterfly Quilt Block
Date: Sunday, November 8. Time: 9:30-11:30 am. Location: Alyssum Patch Quilt Shop. 213 E. Grand River Ave. Howell, MI. 48843.
Learn foundation paper piecing while creating a Butterfly block designed by Liza Taylor Handmade
This class is perfect for anyone curious about foundation paper piecing but not sure where to start, as well as those who have tried it before and would like more practice. We’ll cover the fundamentals and share tips and techniques to make FPP more approachable, accurate, and enjoyable.
Ages: Adult (16+). Skill Level: Confident Beginner. Seats available: 8. Instructor: Kendal Oleski. Cost: $25
Supply list provided upon registration
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Beginner Sewing Workshop - Travel Size Pillowcase.
Date: Monday, November 9. Time: 6:00-7:30 pm. Location: Alyssum Patch Quilt Shop. 213 E. Grand River Ave. Howell, MI. 48843.
Perfect for adults who are new to sewing or looking to build confidence at the machine, this beginner-friendly workshop will guide you through creating a travel-sized pillowcase from start to finish.
Along the way, you'll learn essential sewing skills including fabric preparation, accurate cutting techniques, reading and following a pattern, sewing straight seams, and adding professional finishing touches for a polished project you'll be proud to use or gift.
By the end of class, you'll leave with a completed travel pillowcase and the skills to tackle future sewing projects with confidence.
Supply list will be provided upon registration.
Ages: Adult (16+). Skill Level: Beginner. Seats available: 8. Cost: $35. Instructor: Jennifred Jones
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Session 4: Sewing 102 - for confident beginners/intermediate stitchers
Dates: Wednesdays: December 2, 9, 16. Time: 3:30 - 5 pm. Cost: $80. Seats available: 4
Sewing 102 is just right for students with some prior sewing experience, from confident beginners to intermediate stitchers. We create both machine and hand sewn projects including a Quilt Cadet's Moonbeam Pillow and a winter cross stitch piece.
Supplies are included with registration. No sewing machine required - students will use sewing machines provided by Alyssum Patch Quilt Shop during class.
Sewing 101: How to Use a Sewing Machine
Date: Sunday, December 6. Time: 10:30 - 11:30 pm. Location: Alyssum Patch Quilt Shop.
Would you like to learn how to sew, but don’t know where to start? This is the class for you! We will explore the ins and outs of a sewing machine: its functions and features, winding and loading a bobbin, threading the machine, replacing a needle, changing the presser foot, care and maintenance, and how to operate safely. We’ll then put our skills into practice by learning how to sew straight seams with scrap fabric. By the end of this workshop you'll be ready to join one of our beginner sewing project classes.
Ages: Adult (16+). Skill Level: Beginner. Seats Available: 6. Cost: $20
No materials required, sewing machines will be provided for use.
Click here to register.
Have a Skill You’d Like to Share?
At Alyssum Patch Quilt Shop, we love offering creative workshops in sewing, fiber arts, needlework, and more — and we’d love to hear from experienced crafters who want to teach!
If you’re interested, email us at info@alyssumpatch.com to request a Class Proposal Form. Submitting a proposal allows us to review your class idea for fit, scheduling, and resources.