Upcoming Sewing Classes
Neal's Vacuum & Sewing Centers
Class Fees

All class fees are to be paid
directly to the class instructor
by either cash or check.  
Although Neal's is happy to
accept your payment and hold
it for the teacher, please make
checks payable directly to the
class instructor.  Thank you.
Employees Only Supplies
Are you just acquaintances with your sewing machine?  Would you like to become
friends?  Then this class is for you.  In this class, you will learn about proper
threading and bobbin winding, as well as sewing techniques.  You will complete a
quick and easy project in class that you can take home with
you.  Just bring your machine, your instruction manual, and a pair of scissors and
Neal’s will provide the rest.  Class size is limited, so be sure to reserve your spot early.
Sew Fun Sew Fast
In Muscatine:

Saturday, March 13                         9:00am - 12:00pm
Tuesday, March 16                         1:00pm - 4:00pm
Thursday, March 23                        6:00pm - 8:00pm
Tuesday, April 6                               6:00pm - 8:00pm
Saturday, April 10                            9:00am - 12:00pm
Friday, April 23                                 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Tuesday, May 4                                6:00pm - 8:00pm
Saturday, May 15                              9:00am - 12:00pm
Tuesday, May 25                              1:00pm - 4:00pm
      
In Davenport

Saturday, March 13                         2:30pm - 5:30pm
Tuesday, March 16                         1:00pm - 4:00pm
Saturday, April 3                             10:00pm - 1:00pm
Tuesday, April 13                            1:00pm - 4:00pm
Class Fee:   $25.00   OR   FREE if you purchased your sewing machine from Neal's
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Learn Your Machine
Neal's offers free sewing
machine training on all
machines purchased at
Neal's.  For a schedule
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Class Rules
In an effort to make
classes enjoyable for
everyone, we have listed
the guidelines we follow
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We are happy to have so many people wanting to take classes.  In order that it remains fair to all,
you will need to pay for your class at the time of signing up to hold your spot.  If you sign up
over the website we will hold your spot for 1 week to give you a chance to come in or mail a
check.  All classes fees are paid to the instructor in cash or check.
Bring an old or new heirloom project and Leslie will help you
with it.  Bring all the supplies needed for your project such as
your  basic sewing kit, sewing machine, pins, scissors, etc.  
Classes Meet:                          In Davenport
Sat., March 20                       10:00am - 1:00pm  OR
Sat., April 24                          10:00am - 1:00pm




Classes Meet:                            In Muscatine
Sat., March 27                          10:00am - 1:00pm  OR
Sat., May 1                               10:00am - 1:00pm
Class Fee:  $15.00               Instructor:  Leslie Hubbard
**For questions regarding this class, please e-mail:
leslie@nealsew.com
Heirloom Sew
To sign up for Muscatine class,
Click Here
To sign up for Davenport class,
Click Here
Let's Sew
Do you have an unfinished project, or one that you need
help in getting started?  Do you have a project that you
would like to sew?  Then this is the class for you!  Bring any
sewing project and your sewing machine or serger and Jane  
will help you with your project.  Bring your projects and your
questions.  This is a class for teenagers through adults.  This
class fills up fast, so sign up early.
Classes Meet:                                   In Davenport
Wed., March 31        FULL             1:30pm - 3:30pm
Class Fee:  $15.00                      Instructor:  Jane Kiser
**For questions regarding this class, please e-mail:
janesew@geneseo.net
To sign up for class, Click Here
This is a short class to get you started with your Spanish
created with the endless hoop or plain border or a
printed border.  Bring them and learn how to make a tea
Spanish Hemstitch.  The technique that you learn will
help you in making pillowcases or even a blouse front.  
This stitch looks like what our grandmothers did by hand!
Classes Meet:                          In Davenport
Thurs., March 25     FULL     10:00am - 12:00pm OR
Thurs., March 25                    1:30pm - 3:30pm
Class Fee:  $15.00                    Instructor:  Jane Kiser
**For questions regarding this class, please e-mail:
janesew@geneseo.net
Spanish Hemstitch Tea Towel or
Table Runner
To sign up for class, Click Here
In this class you will learn how to make a design using
fabric folding.  You may use your fabric folding designs
on a conversion sweatshirt or a pull over sweatshirt or a
Denim jacket or even a cotton sweater.  Any machine
may be used for this class as it is mostly straight
stitching.  Sign up early to reserve your spot.
Classes Meet:                          In Davenport
Fri., March 26      FULL        10:00am - 3:00pm OR
Thurs., April 8     FULL         10:00am - 3:00pm OR
Fri., April 23                          10:00am - 3:00pm  OR
Mon., April 26     FULL          10:00am - 3:00pm
Class Fee:  $30.00                    Instructor:  Jane Kiser
**For questions regarding this class, please e-mail:
janesew@geneseo.net
Fabric Folding Conversion
Sweatshirt
To sign up for class, Click Here
Learn a "Quilt as you go Method" without binding while
making this unique quilt that will fringe out after
laundering.  It is the ideal "canvas" for using those
decorative stitches you have.  Make either a throw or
baby size in this 3 part class.  Skill level for this class is
advanced beginner or intermediate.
Classes Meet:                          In Muscatine
Mon, 3/22,29, & 4/5               9:30am - 3:30pm
Class Fee:  $30.00          Instructor:  Shirlee Werner

**For questions regarding this class, please e-mail:
shirleewerner@hotmail.com
Fringed Quilt
To sign up for class, Click Here
Triple Delight Table Runner
This table runner is easier than it looks.  Let Ruth show you how
in this 3 part class.
Classes Meet:                               In Davenport
Tues., March 16, 23, & 30            5:30pm - 8:00pm
Class Fee:  $25.00                    Instructor:  Ruth Southerland
To sign up for class, Click Here
Foundation Paper Piecing
Paper piecing is really easy and fun.  There are a few tricks to
making all those corners come out perfect.  You will learn this
method for all those small projects that  can be used for things
such as:  pillow wraps, small wall hangings, or as a block in a
bigger quilt.  These projects may be little, but the impact is mighty!  
You pick the pattern and Donna will help you make it.
Classes Meet:                                   In Davenport
Mon., April 12                                 5:30pm - 8:00pm
Class Fee:  $15.00                      Instructor:  Donna Furrow
**For questions regarding this class, please e-mail:
quiltnfurrow@mchsi.com
To sign up for class, Click Here
Flying Geese Pinwheels
Tablerunner, wall hanging or quilt
This is a very easy block consisting of 4 flying geese and 4
rectangles.  It may be made with 2 or 3 colors or the flying geese
may be made with various prints of the same color.  Any size flying
geese may be used.  Learn how to miter corners for the borders.  
To save time there is a little prep work before class.  
Classes Meet:                                   In Davenport
Sat., March 27                                10:00am - 3:00pm  OR
Thurs., March 18 & April 15              5:30pm - 8:00pm
Class Fee:  $30.00                      Instructor:  Donna Furrow
**For questions regarding this class, please e-mail:
quiltnfurrow@mchsi.com
To sign up for class, Click Here
Make your picnic special with this great quilt.  Or perk up the
indoors with the feeling of summer.  Either way you will have a
"slice" of happiness.  Learn fun and easy piecing techniques in
this class.  Great for a beginner.
Classes Meet:                          In Davenport
Sat., March 13 , April 17, & May 8           10:00am - 1:00pm
Class Fee:  $35.00               Instructor:  Leslie Hubbard
**For questions regarding this class, please e-mail:
leslie@nealsew.com
Watermelon Quilt
To sign up for Davenport class,
Click Here
Garden Walk
In this 4 part class you will learn how to use 2 new rulers.
Classes Meet:                               In Davenport
Tues., April 13, 27, May 18 & 25            5:30pm - 8:00pm
Class Fee:  $35.00                    Instructor:  Ruth Southerland
To sign up for class, Click Here

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Easy Tablerunner
This table runner is very easy.  Great for the beginning quilter.  
Let Ruth show you how in this 3 part class.
Classes Meet:                               In Davenport
Tues., June 8, 15, 22            5:30pm - 8:00pm
Class Fee:  $25.00                    Instructor:  Ruth Southerland
To sign up for class, Click Here
Embroider A T-shirt
Bring your ready-made t-shirt or sweatshirt (crew neck or
v-neck) and you will embroider a design on it!  You will have
a choice of 2 designs.  Or you may bring your own.  You will
learn placement, stabilizing and how to handle a ready-made.
Bring your machine and embroidery unit, and threads.  Jane
will supply the design, and the stabilizers!  For a close up of
the design, just click on the picture.
Classes Meet:                                   In Muscatine
Fri., March 19                                10:00am - 1:00pm
Class Fee:  $20.00                      Instructor:  Jane Kiser
**For questions regarding this class, please e-mail:
janesew@geneseo.net
To sign up for class, Click Here
Just in time for spring and summer!  Learn to alter an
easy tank suit pattern to fit and learn to sew the
swimsuit.  The best part of this class is the pattern is
customized for you!  Class designed for any sewing
machine that has a zig zag stitch.  You may also use a
serger if you like.
Classes Meet:                          In Davenport
Mon., March 22                            10:00am - 3:00pm
Class Fee:  $30.00                    Instructor:  Jane Kiser
**For questions regarding this class, please e-mail:
janesew@geneseo.net
Make a Swimsuit That Fits
To sign up for class, Click Here
Are you ready for summer and the beach?  Or do you prefer the swimming pool?  
You will enjoy this bag made from screening.  A pocket on each side and an easy
zipper in the top.  Enough room for your towel, swimsuit, flip flops, etc.  Jane uses
her all year round to take to water excersize class.  Class size is limited so sign up
early.  
Classes Meet:                          In Davenport
Thurs., April 22                        10:00am - 12:30pm
Class Fee:  $15.00                    Instructor:  Jane Kiser
**For questions regarding this class, please e-mail:
janesew@geneseo.net
Screen Beach Bag
To sign up for class, Click Here
Tie Purse
Do you have some of your husband's old ties?  Or maybe
you have some favorites that your father had.  This purse is
made from 1 tie.  What a great keepsake for family members
or for yourself.  Get as creative as you like.
Classes Meet:                                   In Davenport
Fri, April 30              FULL              10:00am - 2:30pm
Class Fee:  $30.00                      Instructor:  Jane Kiser
**For questions regarding this class, please e-mail:
janesew@geneseo.net
To sign up for class, Click Here
As happy as we are to have so many classes for adults, we also are thrilled to be
able to offer a large number of classes designed specifically for kids.  To see the
kids classes being offered just click here.
Double Triangle Table Runner
This may look difficult, but it is not.  Come let Caryl show you
how easy it can be.
Classes Meet:                          In Muscatine
Sat., April 17                             1:00pm - 4:00pm           
Class Fee:  $20.00                  Instructor:  Caryl Walton
**For questions regarding this class, please e-mail:
vcwalton@netwtc.net
To sign up for class, Click Here
Shaggy Pillow/Rug
Let's have some fun and use up some of our fabric scraps at the same
time.  All you need are a few 4" or 5" strips and a yard or two of fabric for
the base of your rug or pillow.  Before you know it, you'll be cone.  Now
don't forget this is a "scrap project" no need to try to match everything, but
you can if you must.  I have a sample of each.  You can make a pillow and
or a rug.
Classes Meet:                                   In Muscatine
Sat., April 24                                   9:00am - 3:00pm
Class Fee:  $25.00                      Instructor:  Patsy Adkison
**For questions regarding this class, please e-mail:
fadkison@machlink.com
To sign up for class, Click Here