CLASSES

We are continuing to hold classes, and are adding classes frequently!

Some of our teachers are holding classes our homes and a few other locations in Costa Mesa and Huntington Beach. Check this page for classes available now and to find out when we are up and running in a store location with a full class schedule!

Pre-Registration required for all classes. Please register in our online store OR contact us by email — classes@inngathering.com OR call 949.470.2180.

If you have questions please contact Classes at: classes@inngathering.com

Kids’ Intermediate Crochet Camp KC023

(Ages 8 & up — Level 2) Kids who know basic chain and single crochet can advance their skills with Jill’s expert help. They learn to crochet a hacky sack or a cute bandana and time permitting, may make a Tic-Tac-Toe bag, while learning half double, double and triple crochet. They will also learn how to read patterns! Click on picture at right to see all projects.
Kit fee: $10.00 for bandana, paid to teacher in class.

Teacher: Jill Hirsch
3 sessions $50.00, plus $10.00 kit fee for bandana

New dates pending. Please contact us if you are interested — classes@inngathering.com or call 949-47-2180.

Intro to Machine Sewing 1 CC030

(Level 1) Learn the basics of machine sewing... Start by learning the different parts of your sewing machine, how to thread your machine and wind your bobbin, and how to pin your material together to prepare it for sewing. Learn about seam allowance, how to sew straight lines, curved lines, and how to pivot your work. And last learn how to zig-zag on and off the edge of your fabric for a finished edge. Use your new skills to make a Kleenex holder or an eye glass holder or a small drawstring bag that you will be proud to use.

Teacher: Alma Wilson
$45.00 1 session
Wednesday, July 22 (9:30-12:00) OR Saturday, August 8 (9:30-12:00)
OR Monday, September 14 (9:30-12:00)

Knit and Crochet with Sheilah: Focus on Lacy or Cable Edge Knitted Shrug CA017

(Level 2) If you've been looking for the perfect throw-on sweater/shrug, then you need to look no longer. This shrug is not only fast and easy to make, it's sure to be your number one favorite “Go-To” sweater. Fast and easy as it is to make, you’ll have a choice of making a lacy edge or a beautiful claw pattern cable edge. OR... You may also get help with any unfinished Sheilah project.

Teacher: Sheilah Cleary
4 Sessions $65.00
Friday, July 10, 17, 24, 31 (9:30-12:30)

Beginning Needle Tatting CA040

(Level 1) Needle tatting is for you if you’ve tried shuttle tatting and discovered it’s not your cup of tea (the knot just won’t flip)! The knots are created on a long, skinny needle (no point) and then the thread is pulled through to create the ring or chain. Voila! No knot-flipping required! And the joy of it all is: it looks just like shuttle tatting and the same patterns can be used.
A supply list will be emailed.

Teacher: Sylvia Fellows
1 Session $45.00
Wednesday, July 15 (10:00-1:00)

Needle Tatted Button Ornaments CA061

(Level 2 – Basic needle tatting skills required) Use your new-found needle tatting skills to make lovely ornaments. Make them in Christmas colors, any seasonal holiday colors, or just make them in your favorite colors and hang them all year round. These ornaments can be free-hanging, mounted on a bag or clothing or even framed.
A supply list will be emailed.

Teacher: Sylvia Fellows
1 Session $45.00

New date pending. Please contact us if you are interested — classes@inngathering.com or call 949-47-2180.

Hand Embroidered Cards: Spring Flowers & Butterflies RE137

(All Levels) Come learn to create four unique cards with an array of beautiful variegated and sparkly metallic threads to create a variety of flowers, butterflies, stems and leaves. Then add beads and sequins to complete your cards. You will leave with all the knowledge and tools to create beautiful hand embroidered cards on your own.

Teacher: Sue Pletl
1 Session $65.00, plus kit fee — $26.00, returning students, or $37.00, new students
Saturday, July 18 (9:30-4:00) OR Thursday, July 23 (9:30-4:00)

Welcome to the North Pole QF005

Teacher: Donna. (All Levels) This wall quilt is the next best thing to visiting the North Pole as you stitch a whimsical journey into Santa’s village. You will learn needle turn applique as well as template making and pattern layout. Or, let your imagination go free and create your own special simpler version with felt, and embellish as desired. Beginners welcome.

Teacher: Donna and Di
4 Sessions $110.00
Tuesday, July 21, 28, Aug 11, 25 (9:30-1:00)

•This class is full. Please contact Classes to be placed on the wait list. Phone: 949.470.2180 or email: classes@inngathering.com

Let’s Make an Apron CC009

(All Levels) Choose between three different styles of aprons to fit your sewing experience.
Beginner sewers can learn to make a half apron, a little bit more experienced sewers the V apron, and advanced sewers the ruffle apron. Sewers pick the pattern and fabric that appeals to you from The InnGathering’s wide selection! Please let us know what your choice is when signing up. Machines are available to rent if you need one.

Teacher: Rossanna
1 Session $85.00

Please contact us if you would like to be placed on the interest list for this class — classes@inngathering.com or call 949-47-2180.

Knit and Crochet with Sheilah: Focus on Fisherman's Knits CA058

(Level 2) If you love the fisherman look, you will simply adore the process. Fisherman knits are filled with exotic twists, turns and cables that you will enjoy learning. Find a pattern you love (Ravelry) and The InnGathering will have the perfect Aran yarn and supplies to complete your project. This is one of Sheilah's very favorite knit designs and she's certain it will become one of yours! OR... You may also get help with any unfinished Sheilah project.

Teacher: Sheilah Cleary
4 Sessions $65.00
Friday, August 7, 14, 21, 28 (9:30-12:30)

Thread Painted Woodland Fawn RE052

(Level 2) This thread painted original design by Trish Burr can touch your heart and put a smile on anyone's face. The techniques taught will include long and short stitches or irregular satin stitches. Join Karen for the wonderful world of thread painting as you see the fawn come to life beneath your fingertips! Some thread painting experience is needed.

Teacher: Karen Fraser
2 Sessions $175.00, plus $87.00 kit fee
Thursday, July 30, August 6 (9:30-4:00)

Summer's Afternoon — Embroidered Little Needle Book RE067

(All Levels) Create this delightful Di van Niekerk original miniature needle book worked on a pure cotton print. Karen will teach a variety of stitches including the satin stitch, straight/stab stitch, seeding, couching, French knots, and the long and short stitch. Come join us for a delightful stitching experience for the beginner and beyond.

Teacher: Karen Fraser
1 Session $90.00, plus $122.00 kit fee (Kit includes all supplies plus Karen’s instructions.)
Friday, July 31 (9:30-4:00)

Sew Many Options: Adult Sewing CC008

(Basic sewing experience required) If you're interested in alterations, repurposing existing clothing, adjusting patterns to fit your body, learning to read a pattern, crafting, quilting, or decorating your home... you need to sign up for this group class. A quick consultation with Rossanna before the day of the class will help you prepare for your project with the necessary supplies and tools to complete your goals. If you don't have a project in mind, she can help you choose one. If you have no experience with a sewing machine, we recommend the Intro to Machine Sewing 1 class first.

Teacher: Rossanna
1 Session $75.00 morning or afternoon session or $140.00 for all day
Saturday, August 1 (9:30-12:30) OR Saturday, August 1 (1:30-4:30)
OR Saturday, August 1 (9:30-4:00)

Ribbon Embroidered Tranquil Waters RE060

(Level 2) Join Karen to create your own masterpiece with this gorgeous Di van Niekerk original landscape. Expand your embroidery skills working on a cotton print that is a perfect background for you to learn many new stitches, such as overcast cast-on stitch, trapunto, thread painting and much more.

Teacher: Karen Fraser
3 Sessions $240.00, plus $248.00 kit fee (Kit includes Di van Niekerk kit plus special threads, swan kit, pellon and Karen’s instructions.)
Saturday, August 1, 8, October 31 (9:30-4:00)

*This class is full. Please contact Classes to be placed on the wait list. Phone: 949.470.2180 or email: classes@inngathering.com

Ribbon Embroidered Winca and Sunflowers RE131

(All Levels) Join Karen to make this lifelike Di van Niekerk project for the beginner and beyond. She will teach you many techniques including wire wrapping, bullion and overcast stitches, French knots, silk ribbon straight stitch, ribbon stitch and much more. The embroidery is done over a delightful cotton print background that will help guide you through your project.

Teacher: Karen Fraser
1 Session $90.00, plus $67.00 kit fee (Kit includes all supplies plus Karen’s instructions.)
Wednesday, August 5 (9:30-4:00)

Teacup and Roses From a Paperback Book CP046

(All Levels) This beautifully decorated teacup made from a recycled paperback book will make a lovely centerpiece for any tea party or celebration. The roses are crafted from book pages and other materials provided in the class. Instructional handouts and videos will also be available to class members. This teacup makes a wonderful gift for a tea loving friend.

Teacher: Pam Thomson
1 Session $55.00, plus $15.00 kit fee (includes book and most supplies)
Tuesday, August 18 (10:00-3:30)

Vintage Embroidered Tunic CC015

(All Levels) Come learn how to take the labor out of making a most unique tunic because we are starting with a table runner — yep, a table runner! Choose from a variety of table runners in The InnGathering linen room or bring one from home. Watch the transformation as this table runner morphs into a stunning tunic while incorporating doilies, laces and linens. Embellish with simple embroidery stitches and/or trims as you see fit.

Teacher: Heather and Amy
2 Sessions $110.00
Friday, August 14 (9:30-1:00), 21 (9:30-3:30)

Knitted Telescope Cowl with Nadine CA062

Teacher: Nadine Berthiaume. (Intermediate Beginner and Beyond — proficient using the knit and purl stitches) This gradually shaped telescoping cowl features a simple and distinct checkerboard knit and purl block pattern. You will learn to work in the round on a circular needle, keep track of pattern rows, become comfortable counting pattern rows, recognize knit and purl stitches within the pattern, bind off in the pattern, and read and understand a written pattern. You’ll love the ease of this grab-and-go knitting project worked on size 10.5 needles. Wear the Telescope Reversible Cowl around your arms, shoulders or neck — with so many options it will become a staple in your knitting accessory wardrobe!
A supply list will be emailed.

Teacher: Nadine Berthiaume
3 Sessions $125.00
Thursday, August 20, September 3, 24 (9:30-12:30)

A warm welcome to Cecile Choi. Cecile, a designer based in Orange County and owner of Sewing Party, is inspired by her love of fabric and fine art. Cecile’s passion lies in creating designs and experimenting with colors as she develops her quilt patterns — then enjoys sharing them with her students!

My Wedding Ring Quilt with Cecile Choi QF006

(All Levels — Sewing machine and rotary cutting experience required) Using Cecile’s original pattern, you will learn a modern take on the traditional double wedding ring. Cecile’s version uses a variety of colors in the background, and the rings are all the same color, making it easy to see the shapes of the rings and the squares. Instead of the traditional curved piecing to create the wedding rings, she will teach you machine applique making it easier for both cutting and sewing!

Teacher: Cecile Choi
1 Session $98.00
Saturday, August 29 (9:30-4:00)

Knit and Crochet with Sheilah: Focus on Socks or Fingerless Gloves CA027

(Level 2) Learn how to knit socks from the toe up or top down — knee highs, calf length or even some sockiedoos. You will also learn a unique cast-on technique so there is no seam at all in the toe area, making them incredibly comfortable. Learn cabled or ribbed legs on your socks, as well as a great spiral pattern. Choose to learn knitted or crocheted fingerless gloves including Intarsia knitted fingerless gloves! OR... You may also get help with any unfinished Sheilah project.

Teacher: Sheilah Cleary
4 Sessions $65.00
Friday, September 4, 11, 18, 25 (10:00-1:00)

Open Stitch with Mama Lohde QF015

(All Levels) Have you ever wanted to try wool applique and learn beautiful hand embroidery stitches? Join award-winning designer, teacher and author, Hanne (Mama) Lohde, for a fun and inspiring stitching experience. Beginner embroiderers can start with one of Hanne’s embroidered wool bunnies, gnomes or chicks, and experienced embroiderers can choose from two charming projects — the Blooming Needle Keeper or the Night Blooming Needle Keeper books. Embroiderers looking for a challenge may want to make one of Hanne’s quilts or wallhangings and even start her new quilt — Mama’s Garden. Discover the joy of creating with wool, thread, and needle. Throughout the class, Hanne will share her signature construction methods, demonstrate a variety of embroidery stitches, and teach thread management as well as dimensional embroidery techniques that bring flowers, leaves, and butterflies to life. Already working on a Mama Lohde project? You're welcome to join the class and receive guidance as you continue stitching and complete your work-in-progress.

Teacher: Hanne Lohde
1 Session $60.00, plus kit fee
Friday, September 11 (10:00-4:00) OR Saturday, September 12 (10:00-4:00) OR
Friday, October 9 (10:00-4:00) OR Friday, November 20 (10:00-4:00) OR Saturday, November 21 (10:00-4:00)

Bountiful Blooms Returns: Fabric Flowers with Chris Flynn CP019

(All Levels) Back by request, Bountiful Blooms blossoms again at the InnGathering! Create a garden of layered fabric flowers embellished with lace, trims, and vintage sparkle — perfect for journals, gifts, or wearable art. Several original samples from our first class nine years ago became part of Chris’s published book, beautifully edited by a fellow InnGathering participant. The class kit includes book, miscellaneous trims and laces, and updated patterns for new flowers.

Teacher: Chris Flynn
1 Session $90.00, plus $30.00 kit fee
Thursday, January 28 (9:30-4:30)

"Where Memories Bloom" Keepsake Journals with Chris Flynn CP011

(All Levels) Join Chris at the InnGathering in August and choose your rose keepsake journal design — Whimsey Roses or Heritage Roses. Each rose-themed organizer features original rose pages Chris personally designed for both collections... filled with pockets and decorative envelopes to gather and hold your treasured memories. The kit purchased from Chris for class includes an abundance of personally designed, beautiful, high quality rose papers. See these amazing Rose Journals in her video at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=helkil-eifc

Teacher: Chris Flynn
2 Sessions $160.00, plus $30.00 kit fee
Friday & Saturday, January 29-30 (9:30-4:30)

We are continuing to hold classes, and are adding classes frequently!

Kids’ Crochet Camp for Beginners KC013