Sewing and Quilting Classes

We’re happy to offer a wide variety of sewing and quilting classes in our Philadelphia shop. Scroll down to see them all or click the links below to view them by project type.

Start Sewing Classes
Garment Classes
Kids’ Garment Classes
Bags & Purses Classes
Quilting Classes
Home Decor Classes

Class Registration

Call (215: 545 0755) or visit the shop to register!

Class Policies

Classes are limited to 8 students, so please sign up in advance.

Payment is required to reserve your space.

You must be at least 18 years old to take a class.

Class fees will be refunded if we are notified at least 7 days before the class begins. If the class is canceled by Spool, you will receive a full refund. Cancellations made less then seven days in advance will be entitled to a 50% refund of class fees. If less than 48 hours notice is given, we are not able to refund your class fees.

Sewing machines are provided for each student. Materials are not included unless otherwise noted.

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Private Sewing Lessons
$25 per hour, plus materials. One hour minimum.

If you don’t see the class you’re looking for or if you prefer to learn one-on-one, we offer private lessons on weekdays. Please call or stop in to discuss your goals with us and to schedule a lesson.

Start Sewing!

Learn To Sew
$52, includes materials

This is a 2 session class that meets for 2 consecutive weeks. You must register for a specific session.

Sundays, December 4 & 11: 11AM-1PM
Mondays, December 12 & 19: 6-8PM
Wednesdays, December 14 & 21: 6-8PM
Sunday, December 18: 11AM-3PM

Sunday, January 8 & 15: 11AM-1PM
Mondays, January 9 &16: 6-8PM
Wednesdays, January 11 & 18: 6-8PM
Sunday, January 22 & 29: 11AM-1PM
Mondays, January 23 & 30: 6-8PM
Wednesdays, January 25 & February 1: 6-8PM

Sunday, February 5 &12: 11AM-1PM
Mondays, February 6 & 13: 6-8PM
Wednesdays, February 8 & 15: 6-8PM
Sunday, February 19 & 26: 11AM-1PM
Mondays, February 20 & 27: 6-8PM
Wednesdays, February 22 & 29: 6-8PM

Sunday, March 4 & 11: 11AM-1PM
Mondays, March 5 & 12: 6-8PM
Wednesdays, March 7 & 14: 6-8PM
Mondays, March 19 & 26: 6-8PM
Wednesdays, March 21 & 28: 6-8PM

Ready to get sewing but not sure how to start? Then this is the class for you! You’ll learn the basics of using a machine and make your first foray into rotary cutting to create a pretty and useful grocery tote.

All materials are included. Use of our sewing machines, rotary cutters, scissors, mats, and rulers are included for class sessions.

Pajama Pants
$50 plus materials

Thursdays, January 12 & 19: 6-8PM
Thursdays, January 26 & February 2: 6-8PM
Thursdays, February 9 & 16: 6-8PM
Thursdays, February 23 & March 1: 6-8PM
Thursdays, March 8 & 15: 6-8PM
Thursdays, March 22 & 29: 6-8PM

Think of this as Learn To Sew Part 2! Learn to use a pattern and make a stylish and comfy pair of pajama pants with Kwik Sew 3602. Perfect for a good night’s sleep or a relaxing day’s lounging!

Please come to class with your fabric selected and paper pattern pieces cut out. You should be familiar with sewing machine basics to take this class.

Materials: pattern, 2.5 yards fabric,thread, 1 pkg. 1″ elastic. All materials are available for purchase at Spool. Use of our sewing machines, rotary cutters, scissors, mats, and rulers are included for class sessions

Simple Sewing

This year we will be sewing the gorgeous projects from Lotta Jansdotter’s Simple Sewing, our favorite sewing book for novice stitchers! If you have taken our Learn to Sew class, you are ready to take these classes!

You will need a copy of Simple Sewing so, when you sign up for any class in this series, take 20% off the cost of your book!

Reversible Apron
$40 plus materials

Sunday, February 12: 1:30-4:30PM

Be the hostess with the mostest while wearing this pretty reversible apron!

Please come to class with your fabric selected. You should be familiar with sewing machine basics to take this class.

Materials: Simple Sewing, 1 yard of 2 fabrics, thread. All materials are available for purchase at Spool. Use of our sewing machines, rotary cutters, scissors, mats, and rulers are included for class sessions.

Simple Drawstring Backpack
$40 plus materials

Saturday, January 21: 11AM-2PM
Sunday, March 11: 1:30-4:30PM

Make this super cute backpack for your kiddo or yourself! I love to use this as my biking bag!

Please come to class with your fabric selected. You should be familiar with sewing machine basics to take this class.

Materials: Simple Sewing, 1.5 yards of fabric, thread. All materials are available for purchase at Spool. Use of our sewing machines, rotary cutters, scissors, mats, and rulers are included for class sessions.

Yoga Mat Tote
$40 plus materials

Sunday, January 15: 1:30-4:30PM
Saturday, February 4: 11AM- 2PM

Show your yoga mat some love by making it a special tote all it’s own! We love to use laminated cotton to shield our mats from the elements!

Please come to class with your fabric selected. You should be familiar with sewing machine basics to take this class.

Materials: Simple Sewing, ¾ yard fabric, ¾ yards cord. All materials are available for purchase at Spool. Use of our sewing machines, rotary cutters, scissors, mats, and rulers are included for class sessions.

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Garments

A-Line Skirts
$70 plus materials

Wednesdays, January 11, 18 & 25: 6-8PM
Sundays, January 22 & 29: 1:30- 4:30PM

Wednesdays, February 1, 8 & 15: 6-8PM
Sundays, February 19 & 26: 1:30- 4:30PM
Wednesdays, February 22, 29 & March 7: 6-8PM

Spruce up your wardrobe with your own handmade, one of a kind skirt! Learn to use a pattern and take good measurements to ensure a proper fit. We will be using Amy Butler’s Barcelona Skirts pattern. Use this pattern again and again to create a unique skirt for every day of the week!

Please come to class with your fabric selected & laundered. You should be familiar with sewing machine basics to take this class.

Materials: pattern, 2 yards fabric, 1.5 yards lining fabric, thread and 7″ zipper. All materials are available for purchase at Spool. Use of our sewing machines, rotary cutters, scissors, mats, and rulers are included for class sessions.

Ginger Skirt
$70 plus materials

Mondays, January 9, 16 & 23: 6-8PM
Mondays, January 30, 6 & 13: 6-8PM
Mondays, February 20, 27 & March 5: 6-8PM

Add a little spice to the aline style with Colette Patterns Ginger Skirt! This flattering aline shape has a high waistband that can be made 3 ways: pointed center waist, curved shaped band, or straight across. Learn to fit this skirt to your measurements and install an invisible zipper.

Please come to class with your fabric selected and laundered. You should be comfortable with sewing machine basics to take this class.

Materials: Pattern, thread, 9” invisible zipper, lightweight fusible interfacing, 1.5 – 2 yards of fabric depending on size and style. All materials are available for purchase at Spool. Use of our sewing machines, rotary cutters, scissors, mats, and rulers are included for class sessions.

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Kids Sewing

Simple Sewing for Baby

On the 1st Sunday of each month we will be sewing the adorable projects from Lotta Jansdotter’s Simple Sewing for Baby. This is a the perfect time to take a break to sew for your little ones! All of the projects in this book are geared towards the novice sewer, so if you’re just getting started these are the classes for you!

You will need a copy of Simple Sewing for Baby so, when you sign up for any class in this series, take 20% off the cost of your book!

Simple Pants
$40 plus materials

Sunday, January 8: 1:30-4:30PM

Adorable baby pants for little toddler girls & boys!

Please come to class with your fabric selected. You should be familiar with sewing machine basics to take this class.

Materials: Simple Sewing for Baby, ¾ yard fabric, thread, elastic. All materials are available for purchase at Spool. Use of our sewing machines, rotary cutters, scissors, mats, and rulers are included for class sessions.

Snuggler
$40 plus materials

Sunday, February 5: 1:30-4:30PM

Swaddle and snuggle your little one with this sweet velcro closure snuggler!

Please come to class with your fabric selected. You should be familiar with sewing machine basics to take this class.

Materials: Simple Sewing for Baby, 1 yard flannel, 1 yard cotton, thread, velcro. All materials are available for purchase at Spool. Use of our sewing machines, rotary cutters, scissors, mats, and rulers are included for class sessions.

Simple Dress
$40 plus materials

Sunday, March 4: 1:30-4:30PM

Saturday, March 31: 11AM-2PM

The sweetest little dress for the sweetest little girl! Learn to use a pattern and make this simple pinafore style frock!

Please come to class with your fabric selected. You should be familiar with sewing machine basics to take this class.

Materials: Simple Sewing for Baby, 1 yard fabric, thread, button, elastic. All materials are available for purchase at Spool. Use of our sewing machines, rotary cutters, scissors, mats, and rulers are included for class sessions.

Diaper Bag
$40 plus materials

Sunday April 8: 1:30-4:30PM

Carry all of baby’s essentials in this simple yet chic tote!

Please come to class with your fabric selected. You should be familiar with sewing machine basics to take this class.

Materials: Simple Sewing for Baby, 1 yard fabric, thread, ribbon, button. All materials are available for purchase at Spool. Use of our sewing machines, rotary cutters, scissors, mats, and rulers are included for class sessions.

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Bags & Purses

Zipper Pouch
$30 plus materials, pattern included

Wednesday, December 14: 6-8PM
Saturday, February 4: 2:30-4:30PM
Tuesday, February 7: 6-8PM
Saturday, March 31: 2:30-4:30PM

Learn to make this fun and handy zipper pouch – perfect for keeping small essentials together. Great for yourself and for holiday gifts!

You should be familiar with sewing machine basics to take this class.

Materials: thread, 9″ zipper, two .25 yards or 2 fat quarters fabric. All materials are available for purchase at Spool. Use of our sewing machines, rotary cutters, scissors, mats, and rulers are included for class sessions.

Lola Clutch
$40 plus materials

Saturday February 11: 12-3PM

Our very own sewing instructor, Heather Holiday, has a pattern in the spring issue of Stitch mgazine! Lucky for us, we have an in with her & she’s teaching a class on her fabulous purse! Many of you have learned to sew with Heather and know what an enthusiastic instructor she is. Learn how to make pleats, use interfacing and install a magnetic snap from the Lola Clutch expert!

Materials: Stitch Magazine, 1/2 yard of 2 fabrics, 1/4 yard interfacing, thread, magnetic snap. All materials are available for purchase at Spool. Use of our rotary cutters, scissors, mats, and rulers are included for class sessions.

Bags: The Modern Classics

Bags: The Modern Classics by Sue Kim is a brand new, beautiful book filled with sewing inspiration! Each of the 19 bags has multiple variations for more than 75 ways to carry it all! We are starting off with the simpler projects and working up towards the more challenging ones! Start at the beginning and take all 3!

You will need a copy of Bags: The Modern Classics so, when you sign up for any class in this series, take 20% off the cost of your book!

Wristlet Zipper Purse
$50 plus materials

Thursdays, February 2 & 9: 6-8PM

Super cute and super useful! This pleated zipper pouch turns into a handy wristlet with a addition of a sweet strap! Learn to make pleats and install a zipper.

Please come to class with your fabric selected and paper pattern pieces traced and cut. You should be familiar with sewing machine basics to take this class.

Materials: Bags: The Modern Classics, ¾ yards of fabric total, ¼ yard interfacing, zipper, thread. All materials are available for purchase at Spool. Use of our sewing machines, rotary cutters, scissors, mats, and rulers are included for class sessions.

Uptown Clutch
$50 plus materials

Thursdays, March 8 & 15: 6-8PM

This clutch is chic and stylish! Learn to create pleats and install a magnetic snap!

Please come to class with your fabric selected and paper pattern pieces traced and cut. You should be familiar with sewing machine basics to take this class.

Materials: Bags: The Modern Classics, 1.25 yards fabric total, magnetic snap, 1 yard interfacing, thread. All materials are available for purchase at Spool. Use of our sewing machines, rotary cutters, scissors, mats, and rulers are included for class sessions.

Rebecca Bag
$70 plus materials

Thursdays, March 22, 31, & April 5

I love this bag! It’s a handbag but it looks like a backpack! Use all one color fabric or try a contrast for a handle!

This is a project for an intermediate skill level. You should be confident with sewing machine basics and be comfortable working with patterns.

Please come to class with your fabric selected and paper pattern pieces traced and cut.

Materials: Bags: The Modern Classics, 1.5 yards for exterior and handles, 1 yard for lining, 3.5 yards bias binding, 1.5 yards interfacing, 22” zipper, thread. All materials are available for purchase at Spool. Use of our sewing machines, rotary cutters, scissors, mats, and rulers are included for class sessions.

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Quilting

Beginning Quilting
$175 includes materials
selection of organic fabric is an additional $30

Tuesdays, January 10, 17, 24, 31 & February 7: 6-8PM
Tuesdays, February 21, 28, March 6, 13 & 20: 6-8PM

Make your very first quilt from start to finish in this 5 week course! In the first class you will select your fabrics and then move on to learn rotary cutting, strip piecing techniques, machine quilting and binding. Your finished piece is perfect for a baby quilt or wall hanging.

You will select your fabrics in the first class. You should be familiar with sewing machine basics to take this class.

There will be homework for this class, so you will need access to a sewing machine or be prepared to rent time on our machines.

Materials: 4.75 yards fabric total, batting, thread for piecing and for quilting. All materials are available for purchase at Spool. Use of our sewing machines, rotary cutters, scissors, mats, and rulers are included for class sessions.

Quilted Baby Blanket
$50 plus materials

Saturday, December 10: 11AM-3PM
Saturday, January 7: 11AM-3PM
Saturday, January 21: 11AM-3PM
Saturday, February 4: 11AM-3PM
Saturday, March 3: 11AM-3PM
Saturday, March 31: 11AM-3PM

This simple baby quilt will show you the basics of basting, machine quilting and binding. This a great intro to quilting, and a perfect way to learn how to finish up those quilt tops you’ve been accumulating. Your finished quilt will be 36” x 44” and makes a thoughtful baby gift!

Please come to class with your fabric selected. You should be familiar with sewing machine basics to take this class.

Materials: 1 yd for front, 1 yd for back, 1/2 yd for binding, batting, thread. Use of our sewing machines, rotary cutters, scissors, mats, and rulers are included for class sessions.

Quillow
$55 plus materials, pattern included

Saturday, January 14: 11AM-3PM
Saturday, February 11: 11AM-3PM

It’s a quilt! It’s a pillow! It’s a Quillow! A 44″ x 72″ quilt folds up into an easy to store pillow pocket! This ingenious invention is perfect for a day at the park, a trip to the beach or a sleepover!

Please come to class with your fabric selected. You should be familiar with sewing machine basics to take this class.

Materials: 2 yards for the front, 2 yards for the back, ½ yard for the pillow, thread, batting. All materials are available for purchase at Spool. Use of our sewing machines, rotary cutters, scissors, mats, and rulers are included for class sessions.

Rag Quilt
$50 plus materials

Thursdays, January 12 & 19: 6-8PM

This cozy, soft flannel quilt comes together so quickly, you won’t believe it! You will learn to quilt your blocks first, sew them together and there’s no binding required! The finished product is the perfect size for a baby quilt or throw!

Please come to class with your fabric selected. You should be familiar with sewing machine basics to take this class.

Materials: 3.75 yards of flannel total, 1 crib sized batting, thread. All materials are available for purchase at Spool. Use of our sewing machines, rotary cutters, scissors, mats, and rulers are included for class sessions.

Piano Keys Quilt
$50 plus materials

Saturday, February 18: 11AM-3PM

Explore your color creativity with this amazing quilt! Come to class with your fabric cut and ready to go. You will arrange your blocks & piece a unique quilt top suitable for a wall hanging, lap blanket or baby quilt. You will work on the quilt top in the class and take home the necessary instructions to finish the quilt at home.

You should be familiar with sewing machine basics to take this class.

Materials: Pattern, 10 fat quarters or 1/4 yards, thread. 60″ x 60″ batting, to be used as a design wall during class, and then you can quilt with it! You must come to class with your fabric already cut into blocks.

Finished size: 44″ x 48″. Pattern includes instructions for a 72″ x 80″ version as well.
All materials are available for purchase at Spool. Use of our sewing machines, rotary cutters, scissors, mats, and rulers are included for class sessions.

Hexagon Machine Piecing
$40 plus materials

Saturday, January 28: 11:00-2:00PM
Saturday, February 25: 11:00-2:00PM
Saturday, March 17: 11:00-2:00PM

Hexagons are so cool- and so is this technique for piecing them by machine! Learn to use a template, prepare pieces for sewing and then get started creating a placemat, table topper, or quilt project!

Please come to class with your fabric selected. You should be comfortable with sewing machine basics and rotary cutting to take this class.

Materials: Hexagon template ruler, thread, at least a ½ yard of 2 fabrics or a variety of ¼ yards if you’d like more hexagon variety. All materials are available for purchase at Spool. Use of our sewing machines, rotary cutters, scissors, mats, and rulers are included for class sessions.

The Practical Guide to Patchwork

This year we will be working our way through the quilts from The Practical Guide to Patchwork by Elizabeth Hartman, our favorite book for beginning quilters. This book includes all the information you need to create a modern quilt- from color & fabric selection to rotary cutting to basting and binding.

We are starting at the beginning of the book and focusing on one quilt each month! The first session of each class will be devoted to fabric selection and learning how to create the chosen block. From there, you will work at your own pace while creating your quilt top.

You will need a copy of The Practical Guide to Patchwork so, when you sign up for any class in this series, take 20% off the cost of your book!

Fenced In
$45 plus materials

Sundays, January 15, 22 & 29: 11:30AM-1:30PM

Learn to create a contemporary variation on the traditional Rail Fence block! Finished size: 76”x76”.

You should be familiar with sewing machine basics to take this class.

Quilt Top Materials: The Practical Guide to Patchwork, ¾ yard each of 9 fabrics, 3 yards contrasting solid for sashing, thread. All materials are available for purchase at Spool. Use of our sewing machines, rotary cutters, scissors, mats, and rulers are included for class sessions.

Snapshots
$45 plus materials

Sundays, February 12, 19 & 26: 11:30AM-1:30PM

Become an expert at strip piecing while creating a clean modern quilt! Finished size: 48” x 60”.

You should be familiar with sewing machine basics to take this class.

Quilt Top Materials: The Practical Guide to Patchwork, ¼ yard each of 18 different prints (or any combination adding up to 4.5 yards), 2.75 yards of solid for contrast, thread. All materials are available for purchase at Spool. Use of our sewing machines, rotary cutters, scissors, mats, and rulers are included for class sessions.

Small Plates
$45 plus materials

Sundays, March 11, 18 & 25: 11:30AM-1:30PM

Showcase your favorite fabrics and learn to make the tried and true Square in a Square block! Finished size: 68” x 85”.

You should be familiar with sewing machine basics to take this class.

Quilt Top Materials: The Practical Guide to Patchwork, ½ yard of 10 different fabrics, 2.5 yards of solid for contrast, thread. All materials are available for purchase at Spool. Use of our sewing machines, rotary cutters, scissors, mats, and rulers are included for class sessions.

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Home Decor

Envelope Pillow
$30 plus materials

Tuesday, January 31: 6-8PM
Tuesday, March 6: 6-8PM

Decorate your home with a simple envelope back pillow. If you’re a novice, this is a great way to get a little more sewing success under your belt!

Please come to class with your fabric selected. You should be familiar with sewing machine basics to take this class.

Materials: 1.25 yards of fabric makes 2 pillows, thread. All materials are available for purchase at Spool. Use of our sewing machines, rotary cutters, scissors, mats, and rulers are included for class sessions.

Zippered Pillow
$30 plus materials

Tuesday, January 24: 6-8PM
Tuesday, March 13: 6-8PM

Take the next step in your stitching and learn to apply invisible zippers to your pillows! You will make one 18” x 18” pillow in class.

Please come to class with your fabric selected. You should be familiar with sewing machine basics to take this class.

Materials: ½ yard of fabric, thread, 18” zipper. All materials are available for purchase at Spool. Use of our sewing machines, rotary cutters, scissors, mats, and rulers are included for class sessions.

Corded Pillow
$50 plus materials

Tuesdays, January 10 & 17: 6-8PM
Tuesdays, February 21 & 28: 6-8PM
Tuesdays, March 27 & April 3: 6-8PM

Learn to make pillows with polish! In this class you will learn to make your own bias cut cording and complete an 18” x 18” pillow.

Please come to class with your fabric selected. You should be familiar with sewing machine basics to take this class.

Materials: 1.25 yards of fabric for cording, ½ yard fabric for pillow, thread, 1.5 yards of cording. All materials are available for purchase at Spool. Use of our sewing machines, rotary cutters, scissors, mats, and rulers are included for class sessions.

Roman Shades
$50 includes materials

Saturday, January 14: 11AM-2PM

Spruce up your home decor! In this class, you will make a mini sample to learn the techniques of making attractive roman shades.

You should be familiar with sewing machine basics to take this class.

Class kit includes thread, fabric, loop tape, and cord for mini blind.

Christmas Stockings
$30 plus materials

Sunday, December 11: 11AM- 1PM

Santa’s coming to town, so make sure you have something cute hanging by the fireplace! Learn to make this simple stocking using a template, batting and great fabrics.

Please come to class with your fabric selected. You should be familiar with sewing machine basics to take this class.

Materials: thread, 1/2 yard of 2 fabrics, 1/2 Pellon fusible fleece. Template (included in class fee). All materials are available for purchase at Spool. Use of our rotary cutters, scissors, mats, and rulers are included for class sessions.

Christmas Tree Skirt
$50 plus materials

Saturday, December 10: 11AM-3PM

Give your presents a pretty place to nestle under the tree! This ribbon tied tree skirt will totally complete your holiday decor. Embellish with ric rac or bias tape, or just keep it clean and simple! the choice is yours!

Please come to class with your fabric selected. You should be familiar with sewing machine basics to take this class.

Materials: 1 ¼ yards of 2 fabrics, thread, 3 yards of ribbon, 3 yards of ric rac, batting optional. All materials are available for purchase at Spool. Use of our rotary cutters, scissors, mats, and rulers are included for class sessions.

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Open Sewing
$10 per hour, one hour minimum.

Monday through Friday from 11-5

You are welcome to use our sewing machines, irons, and all the tools we have available, for your projects. We offer a clean, bright, quiet space to get creative. You should be familiar with sewing basics for this independent project time.