Carving & Painting Ornaments

Create hand‑carved and hand‑painted pieces inspired by winter holiday traditions. In this seasonal workshop, you’ll learn carving techniques, explore surface detailing, and practice paint finishes while making a variety of festive projects, including classic Christmas ornaments. Whether you’re building your holiday décor or crafting handmade gifts, this class offers a fun, creative way to develop your skills and produce charming winter keepsakes.

• Nov 02, 2026 to Nov 16, 2026 from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm (3 sessions total), Monday
• Fee: $265
• Item: 39602

• Students enrolled in this class are invited to participate in our Summer CE Student Art Show. Visit our Art Show page for more details.
  Supplies are required for this course.

  Check out the sample ornaments created by our instructor!

  

Beginning Sewing

No more struggling through sewing projects; learn to sew the fun and easy way! Practice pattern reading, choosing the right fabrics and laying out fabric to create a finished piece you can be proud of. Whether you want to re-decorate your home, make crafts or clothes, we'll get you stitching in the right direction. You will sew three projects in class; fabric and patterns for each project provided by the instructor. Please bring a sewing machine in good working order, power cord, foot control, bobbins, operator's manual (if available), sharp scissors, tape measure and straight pins. This class is not open to students under the age of 18.

This class is already in session. Please contact our office at conted@seattlecolleges.edu or 206-934-3705 to inquire about late registration.

Beginning Sewing

No more struggling through sewing projects; learn to sew the fun and easy way! Practice pattern reading, choosing the right fabrics and laying out fabric to create a finished piece you can be proud of. Whether you want to re-decorate your home, make crafts or clothes, we'll get you stitching in the right direction. You will sew three projects in class; fabric and patterns for each project provided by the instructor. Please bring a sewing machine in good working order, power cord, foot control, bobbins, operator's manual (if available), sharp scissors, tape measure and straight pins. This class is not open to students under the age of 18.

This class is already in session. Please contact our office at conted@seattlecolleges.edu or 206-934-3705 to inquire about late registration.

Alter This - Alter That!

Get more wear from your garments by learning "simple" alterations and repair techniques. In this class you will learn how to alter hems and waistlines to create a fitted garment. Bring 2 or 3 of your favorite wardrobe pieces to alter in class, along with scissors, sewing machine and power cord in good working order. Sewing experience and an operational sewing machine are required for this class. Please make sure your machine will sew apparel knit, woven, and bulky fabrics. A personal supply tool pack specific to altering seams will be provided by the instructor. This class is not open to students under the age of 18.

 

• Dec 12, 2026 to Dec 12, 2026 from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm (1 sessions total), Saturday
• Fee: $125
• Item: 39470
• Students enrolled in this class are invited to participate in our Summer CE Student Art Show. Visit our Art Show page for more details.
  There is a $15 cash supply fee due to the instructor at the start of class.
  Supplies are required for this course.

Quilting Basics

Learn quilting basics on how to choose colors, create a quilt block, piecing techniques, sandwiching and binding a quilt. In class you will finish a quilted project with a unique design to keep or give as a gift. Embellish it and take your design to new heights! Although quilting fabrics, supplies, tools, and embellishments will be provided; please feel free to bring your own. Please bring to class your sewing machine, in good working order, power cord, foot control, bobbins, and operator's manual (if available). This class is not open to students under the age of 18.

This class is already in session. Please contact our office at conted@seattlecolleges.edu or 206-934-3705 to inquire about late registration.

Beginning Sewing 2: The Next Level

Want to sew more? This course focuses on altering the home sewing pattern for a better fit and a custom design. You will use additional techniques and applications to learn and sew different seam finishes, collars, sleeves, buttons, zippers, pockets, and much more allowing you to build on your sewing and design skills. Fabric, patterns, and additional supplies are provided by the instructor. Please have a sewing machine in good working order that will stitch through a variety of fashion fabrics, power cord, foot control, bobbins, operator's manual (if available), sharp scissors, tape measure, and straight pins. This class is not open to students under the age of 18. There is a $40 cash supply fee due to the instructor at the start of class. Please see the full supply list required for this course.

This class is already in session. Please contact our office at conted@seattlecolleges.edu or 206-934-3705 to inquire about late registration.