Spool of Thread

We’ve updated our class schedule page and removed all the sold out classes. We still have a few spots available in the Schoolhouse Tunic, Pajama Pants, Drawstring Backpack (coming up on Tuesday) and the Handmade Placemats. Each of the Lunch and Learns also have spots too!

We have also added a few more Sewing Machine 101 dates (September 9th and 17th) if the previous dates didn’t work for you!

I love a good skirt. They are easy to wear, and in the retro fabrics at Spool of Thread, a skirt can really make your outfit special.

In our A-line Skirt class we use one of my favourite sewing patterns, Amy Butler’s Barcelona Skirt. I finished a new skirt for myself last night out of Momo Freebird fabric (also one of my favourites!). I thought you’d like to see.

We have another session of the A-line skirt class coming up Thursdays, September 2nd + 9th from 6:30 – 9:30pm. In the class, you’ll learn how to insert an invisible zipper, measure your size, work with a commercial sewing pattern and use 2 different hemming techniques. Plus, you’ll head home with a finished skirt and the pattern. After taking the class, its easy to make the skirt again and again. Changing the fabric, length or embellishing the skirt makes it unique every time!

Next, I plan on making a solid colour skirt out of a Kona Cotton, and hemming the lining a bit longer to peek out below the skirt. Add tights and it will be prefect for the fall.

A-line Skirt Class

Thursdays, September 2nd + 9th, 6:30 – 9:30pm

$100 + tax + materials. Sewing pattern included.

This weekend we’re running a class to make this darling apron. For the class, we use Sew Liberated’s Emmeline pattern and it fully reversible (2 aprons in 1!). You’ll learn to work with a pattern, make gathers and sew darts.

If you’d like to join the class, please give us a call (604-879-3031) at the shop to reserve your space.

Here is the full details of the class:

Gathered Bust Apron class

Sunday, August 15th, 12:30 – 3:30pm

$50 + tax + materials

We also have a few of the patterns available for sale at the shop, if you’d like to make the pattern yourself.

We are looking for fun, passionate people to fill the following positions:

Class instructors

Spool of Thread is looking for knowledgeable, friendly instructors to teach sewing classes. We currently offer a range of classes covering novice sewers to advanced, sewing crafts, garments and quilting projects. We are interested in working with people who have a range of sewing experiences, interests, a willingness to teach others and the ability to think on their feet. At this time, we are particularly interested in adding more Quilting classes and  instructors for our Sewing Machine 101 courses.

If you are interested in applying, please email us at blog@spoolofthread.com, subject line CLASS INSTRUCTORS. Include 1. a bit about yourself and your sewing experience, 2.a photo or 2 of your sewing projects (or a link to photos online) 3. information regarding the type of classes you’d like to teach and your 4. resume. Don’t worry if your resume doesn’t include sewing experience, we want to know more about you!

Due to the number of applications, we will only contact those we are interested in interviewing.

Part-Time Retail Sales

Spool of Thread is looking for a fun and passionate person to join our retail sales team. We are looking friendly, organized, enthusiastic and outgoing person. Previous sewing experience is required. It is also important to be creative, have a high attention to detail and a willingness to learn new things.

If you are interested in applying, please email us at blog@spoolofthread.com, subject line RETAIL SALES. Include 1. a bit about yourself and your 2. resume.

Due to the number of applications, we will only contact those we’re interested in interviewing.

I am so very excited to have Heather Ross’ latest collection, Far Far Away II, in the shop! We are one of a few Canadian stores to carry it!

Far Far Away II is the second chapter of Heather Ross’ fairy tale fabric. In this collection, instead of unicorns and the Princess and the Pea, we are treated to Rapunzel, Sleeping Beauty and my favorite, The Owl and the Pussycat. We also have the beautiful roses and handsome moon print in stock.

As you can see from the photos, the designs are printed on a a heavier “bottom weight” cotton linen blend.  It works great for bags, clothing and home decor items. It also looks lovely in a quilt.

We’ve added 2 Sewing Machine 101 classes for the month of July to the schedule! Our first Sewing Machine 101 class was last night and everyone had such a good time. A few of our students admitted that they were a bit nervous to take the class, but by the end of the night, we were all chatting about our future sewing projects!

All of our Sewing Machine 101 classes in the month of June are making Tote Bags and in July, we’ve decided to add Pillowcase!

Wednesday, July 7th, 6:30 – 9:30pm – Sewing Machine 101 – Tote – $35 SOLD OUT

Tuesday, July 13th, 6:30 – 9:30pm – Sewing Machine 101 – Sleepyhead Pillowcase – $35

To register for the class, call our shop at 604-879-3031!

Our full July class list, including more advanced classes will be available soon. Sign up for our newsletter list to be notified when our schedule is released!

Hello!
We are very excited to announce the Grand Opening of Spool of Thread Sewing Lounge! On Saturday, June 5th, we are hosting our Grand Opening party with treats and giveaways throughout the day!

We are also very excited to release our first month of sewing classes! In June’s schedule, you can sew an entire summer outfit, including Amy Butler’s Barcelona Skirt and Frenchy Bag, and Colette Patterns’ Sencha Blouse! Plus, if you are looking for a great, handmade Father’s Day present, we’ve put together a Men’s Tie class! If you’re new to sewing, take our Sewing Machine 101 class to learn the ins and outs of a sewing machine and make a cute tote bag! Call 604-879-3031 today to reserve your seat in a class!

If you are anxious to see the shop before Saturday, our hours as of June 1st are:

Did you know you can Drop-in + Sew at Spool of Thread whenever there isn’t a class scheduled? Spool of Thread is Vancouver’s sew and craft by the hour space. We have 6 awesome Janome sewing machines, a large industrial cutting table and a number of other tools for you to rent by the hour.

Henry and I spent the last few weeks dreaming about all sorts of wonderful classes and workshops we would like to offer at Spool of Thread in our sewing lounge. Summer skirts? Check! A new pillow to spruce up the couch? Yes, please!

We’ve heard from you too, that a lot of you are very excited to learn or re-learn how to sew.

In order to provide all of these wonderful classes, we would like to hire a few experienced sewists from the Vancouver community to teach at Spool of Thread.

What we want:

Experienced sewers with a great personality and an understanding of customer service. Spool of Thread plans on offering a full range of sewing classes from beginning to advanced, including apparel, accessories, home decor and quilting. We are open to both teachers interested in teaching core classes on a regular basis and crafters looking to teach a special workshop.

What we need from you:

If you or someone you know might be a good fit for Spool of Thread, please drop off or mail your resume to Spool of Thread, 101-649 E. 15th Ave., Vancouver, BC V5T 2R6.  You are also welcome to email us your resume to blog@spoolofthread.com.

Please include your sewing skill level and the type and level of classes you would like to teach.

There are quite a few amazing craft events happening around Vancouver this weekend, but we  are most excited about Got Craft? on Sunday!

Why, you ask? We are hosting a Do-It-Yourself table with a free project for visitors to the show! Henry and I will be up on the stage with all the supplies and instruction needed for you to make your own springy Pinwheel Pin!

I made the first Pinwheel a few weeks back when I was wishing for brighter, sunshine-filled days. Now that spring is here, we will have a variety of colors and a number of fabrics straight from bolts on the Spool of Thread shelves.

Plus, there are over 55 vendors selling at Got Craft?! It is a great chance to shop and meet some of the best of Vancouver’s makers.

When you’re at the show on Sunday, be sure to stop by Spool of Thread (up on the stage!) and say hello!

We wanted to pop in and give you a sneak peek of some of the fabric that we unpacked recently onto the Spool of Thread shelves. These were the very first bolts into the shop!

Our to-do lists are nearly complete, and we’ll be back soon to give a tour of our store and highlight some of the other fabric you’ll find at Spool of Thread.