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Stitches
711 East Pike Street
Seattle, WA 98122
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Meet The Staff
About Us
About Us
Stitches provides fashion fabric, notions, and yarn to designers, home sewers, and creative people throughout the Puget Sound area. We are not your typical fabric store. Our focus is on interesting and new products and an atmosphere to reflect that attitude.
Fresh, Fabulous, Fashion
Every bolt of fabric, notion, and skein of yarn is hand-picked by our buyers who are dedicated to the needs of our innovative clientele. We have a large selection of silks, wools, stretch fabric, cotton prints, canvas, oilcloth, costume fabric; and the list goes on. If you're looking for something special, give us a try. We bring in all sorts of unusual one-of-a-kind fabrics Additionally, we have a great notion wall; including one of the largest button selections in the city. We carry a great selection of Cascade yarns for your knitting and crocheting needs. And we have all sorts of ribbons, trims, feathers and crafty items to add a special touch to any project.
Learn Something
To top it all off, we offer sewing, knitting and crochet classes. Our classes range from very beginner to more advance projects. Our teachers are all experienced and the classes small, so you get lots of one-on-one attention..
Events & Classes
We require pre-registration for all of our classes. To register; you can stop by the store or give us a call at 206-709-0707 with your credit card information. Classes fill up fast and are first come, first serve. Fourteen days notice is required to reschedule or cancel any class for a refund
Beginning Sewing 101 - Apron
July 9 & 16, 6:30pm - 9:00pm (Wednesdays). Beginning Sewing 101 Apron Who couldn't use an apron? Learn the basic skills you need to begin sewing from patterns and using a sewing machine; all while creating a functional and stylish apron!This is a beginning class for people with no prior sewing experience. Tools and materials needed (Available at Stitches): Scissors, Pins, Seam Ripper, Safety Pin, 2" X 18" Ruler, Chalk or Fabric Pen, Kwik Sew pattern 2311 (view D). Amount of fabric called for on the pattern for the apron you wish to make (pre-washed before the class). Suggested fabrics: medium to heavy weight woven fabric. Thread
- Two 2 1/2 - hour sessions $50.00
Beginning Sewing 101 - Bag
July 12 & 19, 11:30am - 2:00pm (Saturdays). The Bag Class offers beginning sewers a chance to get acquainted with basic fabric cutting and measuring skills, basic machine use, stitching, hemming and seam finishing among other techniques. In the class you'll make a cool shopping bag with a pocket and handles from 1 yard of medium to heavy weight fabric. This is a beginning class for people with no prior sewing experience. Tools and materials needed (Available at Stitches): Scissors, Pins, Seam Ripper, 12" to 24" ruler, Chalk or Fabric Pen, 3/4 yard 54-60" Heavy Weight Cotton (Home Dec weight or canvas), 1/4 yard 54-60" Contrasting Heavy Weight Cotton (Home Dec weight or canvas), (if you want to use just one fabric, purchase 1 yard), Thread
- Two 2 1/2 - hour sessions $50.00
Knitting 101 - Basic Dishcloth
July 14 & 21, 6:30pm - 9pm (Mondays). Learn the basics of knitting while making a simple dishcloth! Class will cover beginning pattern reading, how to cast-on, basic stitches (knit and purl), binding off and simple finishing. This class will create a strong foundation to build upon for future knitting projects. Tools and materials needed (Available at Stitches): Size 8 straight knitting needles, 1 skein of Cascade Luna (100% cotton), Darning needle
- Two 2 1/2 - hour sessions $50.00
Intermediate Sewing 202 - Knits
July 15 & 22, 6:30pm - 9:00pm (Tuesdays). If you have skills to sew with patterns using woven fabrics, and wish to learn how to work with knits, this will be a great class for you. For the class you can choose to make a pair of panties, boxer briefs, leggings, or yoga pants. You have several pattern options to choose from, including men's and plus size options. This is an intermediate class for people who have taken our intermediate skirt class or have recent equivalent sewing experience. Tools and materials needed (Available at Stitches): Scissors, Pins, Seam Ripper, 2" X 18" Ruler, Tape Measure, Chalk or Fabric Pen, Twin sewing machine needle. Kwik Sew pattern 2908, 3301, 3298, 2930, 2881, 3029, 3115, or 2797. Amount of knit fabric called for on pattern + 3/8 yard extra for sewing samples (lycra blend fabric recommended, but non-lycra blends are acceptable). 1 package elastic (width called for on pattern) Thread
- Two 2 1/2 - hour sessions $50.00
Intermediate Sewing 201 - Skirt
July 23 & 30, 6:30pm - 9:00pm (Wednesdays). Hone the skills you need to sew from patterns. In this class use a pattern to cut it out and piece a garment, make darts, put in a zipper and make a hem and waistband. All while creating a fun and sassy skirt. This is an intermediate class for people who have taken the beginning sewing class or have equivalent sewing experience. Tools and materials needed (Available at Stitches): Scissors, Pins, Seam Ripper, 2" X 18" Ruler, Fabric Pen or Chalk, Tape Measure, Hand Sewing Needle. New Look Pattern 6056, 6053, 6843 or Kwik Sew 6468. Amount of cotton, cotton blend, linen, or lightweight wool woven fabric called for on the pattern for the size and style skirt you wish to make (pre-washed before the class). 1-1/8 yards lightweight fusible interfacing if called for on pattern back. Slide hook & eye, 7" zipper, Thread
- Two 2 1/2 - hour sessions $50.00
Beginning Sewing 102 - Pillow
July 26, 11:30am - 2:00pm (Saturday). Make a decorative pillow for your home in one session. Learn how make piping and put in a zipper. Pillows in stores can cost a fortune and it can be hard to find what you want. Now you can make your own. Like all of our sewing classes, there is a maximum of 4 students, so you will get lots of teacher attention. This is beginner class for people who have taken the bag or apron class and have completed at least one project on their own (or have similar sewing experience). Tools and materials needed (Available at Stitches): Scissors, Pins, Seam Ripper, 12" to 24" ruler, Tape measure, Chalk or Fabric Pen, 16" Pillow Form, 2yds piping cording (1/2in or thicker), 20" regular dress zipper, Fabric - 1 yard total of NON-STRECH fabric (5/8yd for pillow and 3/8yd for piping), Thread
- One 2 1/2 - hour sessions $25.00
Knitting 102 - Simple Hat
July 28 & August 4, 6:30pm - 9:00pm (Mondays). This class expands on the skills learned in Knitting 101, furthering your pattern reading skills, learning how to knit in the round on circular needles as well as yarn-overs and decreasing to make a simple but fun hat. Class requirements: must know how to cast-on, knit and purl. Tools and materials needed (Available at Stitches): Size 9 - 16" circular needles, Size 9 double pointed needles, 1 skein of Cascade 220 or similar worsted weight yarn, Stitch markers, Darning needle
- Two 2 1/2 - hour sessions $50.00
Beginning Sewing 101 - Bag
August 3 & 10, 2:15pm - 4:45pm (Sundays). The Bag Class offers beginning sewers a chance to get acquainted with basic fabric cutting and measuring skills, basic machine use, stitching, hemming and seam finishing among other techniques. In the class you'll make a cool shopping bag with a pocket and handles from 1 yard of medium to heavy weight fabric. This is a beginning class for people with no prior sewing experience. Tools and materials needed (Available at Stitches): Scissors, Pins, Seam Ripper, 12" to 24" ruler, Chalk or Fabric Pen, 3/4 yard 54-60" Heavy Weight Cotton (Home Dec weight or canvas), 1/4 yard 54-60" Contrasting Heavy Weight Cotton (Home Dec weight or canvas), (if you want to use just one fabric, purchase 1 yard), Thread
- Two 2 1/2 - hour sessions $50.00
Beginning Sewing 101 - Bag
August 7 & 14, 6:30pm - 9:00pm (Thursdays). August 3 & 10, 2:15pm - 4:45pm (Sundays). The Bag Class offers beginning sewers a chance to get acquainted with basic fabric cutting and measuring skills, basic machine use, stitching, hemming and seam finishing among other techniques. In the class you'll make a cool shopping bag with a pocket and handles from 1 yard of medium to heavy weight fabric. This is a beginning class for people with no prior sewing experience. Tools and materials needed (Available at Stitches): Scissors, Pins, Seam Ripper, 12" to 24" ruler, Chalk or Fabric Pen, 3/4 yard 54-60" Heavy Weight Cotton (Home Dec weight or canvas), 1/4 yard 54-60" Contrasting Heavy Weight Cotton (Home Dec weight or canvas), (if you want to use just one fabric, purchase 1 yard), Thread
- Two 2 1/2 - hour sessions $50.00
Beginning Sewing 101 - Apron
August 17 & 24, 2:15pm - 4:45pm (Sundays). July 9 & 16, 6:30pm - 9:00pm (Wednesdays). Beginning Sewing 101 Apron Who couldn't use an apron? Learn the basic skills you need to begin sewing from patterns and using a sewing machine; all while creating a functional and stylish apron!This is a beginning class for people with no prior sewing experience. Tools and materials needed (Available at Stitches): Scissors, Pins, Seam Ripper, Safety Pin, 2" X 18" Ruler, Chalk or Fabric Pen, Kwik Sew pattern 2311 (view D). Amount of fabric called for on the pattern for the apron you wish to make (pre-washed before the class). Suggested fabrics: medium to heavy weight woven fabric. Thread
- Two 2 1/2 - hour sessions $50.00
Hand Embroidery 101
August 21 & 28, 6:30pm - 9:00pm (Thursdays). Embroidery has come a long way since your grandma's samplers. Explore the beauty and versatility of hand needlework in this two-session course. You will learn traditional stitches and new ideas for applying these techniques to modern designs. Suitable for those new to hand embroidery and those who want to brush up on their skills, you will embellish a tote bag, apron or cut of fabric of your choosing using a variety of different stitches. Tools and materials needed (available at Stitches): Cotton DMC floss (3 colors minimum- no metallic/sparky floss), Package of embroidery needles, 8-12 inch embroidery hoop, Small pair of scissors, Water soluble fabric pen , Canvas tote bag, apron or half-yard of cotton solid color fabric, Half-yard cut or package of tear-away stabilizer; Optional: needle threading tool, storage box and bobbins for floss and supplies
- Two 2 1/2 - hour sessions $50.00
Meet The Staff
Amy - owner
Losing sleep thinking about my next sewing project or staying up till 4:00am to put the finishing touches on a costume - these are the things that tell me I really do love sewing. As a long time Capitol Hill resident, I've always thought there needed to be a fabric store in this wonderfully creative and diverse neighborhood. And not just a regular fabric store, but a place where I can find the fashion fabrics that the chain stores just don't carry. Stitches is that place. It is a place for people to learn new techniques, find inspiration, and meet like-minded people in the process. I've been sewing all my life, starting with outfits for my Barbie dolls to my current favorites: costume design and creating fuzzy animated bicycles. Through my store I hope to introduce others to the joy that sewing has given me, and they too will be able to say, "I made it myself!"
Danial - sewing instructor
Danial has been the sewing instructor at Stitches since August 2008. He strives to give his students a foundation in basic sewing techniques, which is grounded in 15 years of real world sewing experience. Before teaching at Stitches, Danial worked for 8 years in regional theatre and opera companies, including Santa Fe Opera, Seattle Opera and the Seattle Repertory Theatre. Still active in his own design business, Danial designs and manufactures custom clothing and soft goods for private clients and the film/television industries of the Northwest. Some of his clients range from Microsoft executives all the way to down to local drag performers and go-go boys across the nation.
Kelly - Customer service & Knitting Instructor
I am a self-taught sewer, knitter, embroiderer, needle felter, jewelry maker, painter and self-proclaimed crafter. Any spare moment I have at home I'm working on a new project and can often be seen around town carrying a knitting or embroidery project with me to keep my hands busy. When my hands aren't busy with a project, I'm putting them to good use with American Sign Language while working in the Deaf-Blind community. I take pleasure in helping others and love sharing new ideas with fellow crafters and artist. Other things I enjoy: my kitties (John and Rita), cooking and baking, a hot cup of good tea, afternoon naps in the sunshine, and walks though the Arboretum.
Yvonne - Customer service & crochet instructor
Since the day I stepped foot in Seattle in the summer of 2012, this city has felt more like home than any other place I've been and working at Stitches feels like family. I find it super fun and inspiring to talk to customers about their projects. I'm always happy to give advice on how to go about making something, mixing and matching colors or just chatting about what you've got planned. I can't think of a better way to spend my days than surrounded by creative folks, fabric and yarn. I've always been crafty. I learned to sew when I was about 10 but it's really been a main focus for me in the last 6 years or so. Thanks to the Internet and its vast knowledge, I've amassed a pretty professional understanding of most things sewing related. My other main squeeze is crochet. My mom finally managed to teach me just before I moved to Seattle and I have not put my hooks down since. My favorite thing to crochet is amigurumi. It's the faces. They get me every time! I have also been known to do some embroidery, cross-stitch and other random crafty things. These days, I'm working on my knitting skills, learning to sew with knit fabrics and getting over my fear of making clothing for myself. Aside from crafting, I can't get enough of kitties (seriously, I am OBSESSED), movies (primarily horror and documentaries), TV, the comic book Saga, sarcasm (I got jokes), sweet treats and all manner of cute and/or spooky things.
Jaynie - customer service
I am an artistic and creative California-native who migrated to Seattle in 2008! I've dabbled in a wide variety of arts and crafts since I was a kid, but in the last few years I have focused mostly on sewing, knitting, crocheting, and photography. I am primarily self-taught, and I thrive on challenging myself and learning new things. I also have what's called a "crafty problem." One of the reasons I started working at Stitches is because I would end up there just about every-other day -- excited by some new idea, on a quest for fabric, or in a frenzy looking for the right size needle (or bobbing, or button, or zipper, etc) -- and think it started to look like I belonged there. Now I get to help you with all your "crafty problems" too! I love answering your questions, coming up with ideas, sharing projects, and helping you problem-solve! Other things I love and enjoy: cooking, baking, lake-swimming, succulents, my pet turtle, horror movies, reading, gin, vintage, and a really good cup of hot black coffee.
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Hours
Monday:
11:00am - 7:00pm
Tuesday:
11:00am - 7:00pm
Wednesday:
11:00am - 7:00pm
Thursday:
11:00am - 7:00pm
Friday:
11:00am - 7:00pm
Saturday:
11:00am - 7:00pm
Sunday:
11:00am - 7:00pm
Additional Information:
Holidays: New Years Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve (close at 3pm), Christmas Day, New Years Eve (close at 3pm).
About Us
Stitches provides fashion fabric, notions, and yarn to designers, home sewers, and creative people throughout the Puget Sound area. We are not your typical fabric store. Our focus is on interesting and fun items you don't find everywhere else.