Spring into March
This March, we will offer our usual Crochet and Knitting Clubs, Open Sew, and Sew to Give. For times and dates of our other classes, see the information below or the calendar on our new website (under classes). Read about our exciting updates too! We thank you for your continued support and look forward to seeing you at SewGreen.
SewGreen Streamlining Operations
So that we can better serve our community, SewGreen is getting a new website, complete with a new logo and new email addresses. Mike has been busy analyzing data and investigating how to best coordinate SewGreen's needs; he also designed our new website and logo. This will be our last Notions Newsletter in this format - kindly follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and bookmark our website for updates. Please sign up for our new monthly blog using the subscription form (pictured here) at the bottom of our blog page, which will start in April.
NEW EMAIL ADDRESSES
GENERAL INQUIRIES info@sewgreenrochester.org
DONATIONS donations@sewgrenrochester.org
CLASSES & Scholarship Inquiries classes@sewgreenrochester.org
Georgia Carney Retiring?
Georgia Carney founded SewGreen Rochester in 2015 with loads of help, and even though she is stepping away from her roles here, she is not retiring. She is moving on to help others in need. Episcopalian Deacon Georgia pivoted her career in professional theatre to help out at soup kitchens by mending clothing and connecting with people. This led to sewing workshops. After that, SewGreen Rochester was born from inspiration given by a friend, writing a grant, and advice from Wendy at SewGreen Ithaca. Volunteers on the board and in the shop shared their talents to start the shop and are vital today. Georgia came out of her first retirement from the shop during the Covid pandemic. Rather than close, SewGreen Rochester was declared an essential business. The store shifted gears and showed its community spirit by making over 4000 masks, holding a mask decorating contest, and having classes on Zoom. Classes, groups, and community events resumed when it was safe and are going strong. Even though Georgia is moving on to help her family, you can still find her at the Repair Cafe. The message of community, creativity, and sustainability continues to resonate with Georgia, who will again lead Fashion Camp this summer. We are grateful to Georgia for all she has accomplished at SewGreen and wish her well in her endeavors.
Tuesday Crochet Club
Tuesdays from 11 AM – 1 PM. Whether you are new to crochet or are a veteran, Heather leads this club to help each learn or take the craft further. It’s more than making afghans, though you can get pointers on those, too. Crocheting has become popular in fashion, home décor, and in constructing toys. Come join us!
Heather crocheted her Bills spirit into this hat, and can help with your project!
Open Sew on Thursdays
Thursdays from 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM and 2:00 - 4:00 PM. Do you have some machine sewing skills but need assistance with a project? This is the place to get help. Machines are available, or you can bring yours.
Thursday Knitting Club
Thursdays from 1:00 – 4:00 PM. We continue to offer the free Knitting Club. Sue helps beginners learn, but can also assist the more knowledgeable knitters solve problems. Some of our knitters started with the basics, but have graduated to projects like shawls and socks, even sweaters. Wherever your skills are, you are welcome to come to the knitting table.
Sue demonstrates how to fix a dropped stitch.
Class Information
Sign up for classes online or call the store. Each class costs $15. (Supplies are provided unless noted)
Sewing 101
Saturday, March 1, 15, & 29 from 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM and March 1 & 29 from 1 – 3:00 PM . Because of high demand, we have added more classes for this introductory sewing machine course. Are you relatively new to sewing on a machine? We'll take you through the basics of machine operation and safety, and guide you toward sewing a pillow or bag. $15
Beginning Crochet
Saturday, March 8 & 22 from 1 – 3 PM. Learn the basics of crochet in this introductory class. Ages 10 to 100. $15
Beginning to Knit
Saturday, March 15 & 29 from 1 – 3 PM. Have you wanted to learn to knit? This is the class for you! Ages 10 to 100. $15
Sew to Give Saturdays
Saturday, March 8 and 22 from 1 - 3 PM There is no charge for these events, held every 2nd and 4th Saturday. Jonathan will demonstrate how to sew cat beds for donation to local shelters. Supplies and instructions for these items are available at SewGreen.
Continue to follow us on social media for updates – sales, unique items, completed projects, and class information. We look forward to seeing you at SewGreen!