Infinite fall fun and a scarf to boot!

Is there anything better than autumn? Between the amazing scent of 'fall' in the air, the crunching of leaves beneath your feet, hot cider with extra cinnamon sticks, and pumpkin/apple baked goods... what's not to love? I could go on and on about this time of the year (don't even get me started on the fact that it's catalog season!) forever, but we at Hartford Stitch like to talk the talk AND walk the walk!
(And yes, in this case 'the walk' is sewing up a cozy infinity scarf to welcome the autumnal chill in the air.)

Check out that fall-themed manicure! 

Last week, Laura and I had the privilege of spending an evening with 6 wonderful ladies at the Imagine Studio in West Hartford to sew up some gorgeous infinity scarves. Each sewist selected her own 4 coordinating prints from our Art Gallery Fabrics and although no two were the same combination, every scarf came out beautifully.

Here are some pictures we snapped during the festivities - between the hum of the machines, the pumpkin bread, and laughs shared by all - I think it's safe to say this party was a success!

Our sewists ranged from novice (second time ever sewing!) to experienced quilter - our parties are for everyone into 'making' fun!   

All hands on deck - Laura giving Kelly a quick pointer at the machine. 

Not only did Jessica pick a gorgeous fabric combination, she even wore an outfit to match her scarf... our kind of maker, for sure! 

Everyone did a marvelous job - we had such a blast sewing with all of you! 

Thank you 'sew' much to everyone who joined us last week, we hope to see you again at our next party! Until then... keep on stitching your hart out! xx S

Goodbye Summer, Hello Fall!

We have now been open 3 months and we can't thank you all enough for the warm welcome we have received! We've been tweaking our offerings based on your feedback and can't wait to roll out our fall classes.

But first, here's a little peek back at our summer parties! We had the best sewists at these parties, from the "Are you sure you can teach ANYONE to sew? Because I'm not artistic." to the "I worked as an upholsterer for years." and everyone in between. All of our participants came willing to learn, or fine tune their skills or just have a good time.

Our first party, a beach tote party in a private home...

To our first public party at Imagine Studio...

 

 I'm a former wedding planner and can't pass up an opportunity to put together a little tablescape. Pink yard flamingos, peach iced tea and some vintage linens set the summer theme. And Eileen rocked her sewing!

Then we wrapped up the summer with a twist on the beach tote at Blaze and Bloom (part of 485 New Park)...

I was downright giddy setting up in here. When Tracey of Blaze and Bloom told me I could use the existing table and chairs I did a little happy dance!

In keeping with the Blaze and Bloom spirit we used some vintage fabrics that Sara and I rescued from an estate sale a couple of years ago. I was sad to see them go but loved how they paired up with the rope handles and our Art Gallery Fabric selections.

And the best part? We have a whole roster of fall parties and classes on the schedule and in the works! Click on the links below each banner to go to the Facebook event and follow the directions to register. Remember to register early, space is limited! We're always adding more, so subscribe to our Facebook Event Feed to be the first to know!

Click here for "Get to Know Your Machine"!

Click here for "Infinity Scarf Party"!

Click here for "Tween Sewing Class"!

Click here for "Kid Sewing Class"!

 

Click here for "Adult Sewing Class"!