We have a variety of sewing machines for all levels and budgets! A new sewing machine makes a great Christmas present!
CLASSES
Here at The Sewing Cafe we think everyone needs to know how to sew and to feel right at home doing it – kids, teens, adults, male and female. In our bright, inviting sewing place, hang out with other sewists to learn, unleash your inner designer and share your creativity. With fresh coffee and tea to help the process along! Even if you’ve never sewn before, we can teach you! Our classes are small to ensure your sewing success.
After School Sewing
Sign your child up for exciting sewing classes that will help them learn to sew, and have fun while doing it!
Beginners & Refreshers
All ages are welcome! Whether you are 8 years old or 88 years young. With your desire to learn, we will teach you in our Sewing Basics 1, 2 & 3.
Sewing Machine 101
Need a refresher on YOUR sewing machine or serger? Learn the basics including threading, maintenance and all the features of your machine.
Zipper Workshop
Come learn how to not be afraid of zippers! Learn how to insert a variety of zippers including an invisible zipper.
HANDI QUILTER LONG ARM QUILTING MACHINES
Long Arm Rental & Sales
We have the Amara with Pro-Stitcher or the Simply Sixteen on the Little Foot Frame available for hourly rental. No experience necessary! We will be with you every step of the way
Check out our Handi Quilter machines that we have for sale as well, just click the button below!
THIS WEEK IN CLASS
SEWING MACHINES
The Sewing Cafe is an authorized dealer of Janome brand sewing machines, the world’s largest producer of practical home sewing machines. Janome is known across the industry for high-quality and innovative products. From the top-of-the-line flagship machines to the everyday value models, you can rely on Janome’s enduring commitment to innovative design, unparalleled reliability and consistent quality. We stand behind every one of our Janome products. Click below for a full list of machines.
The Superior Utility Value or SUV line of machines are solid metal machines with unique styling. These heavy-duty machines won’t break your budget. SUV 1108 is an entry level machine that gives you 8 preset stitches that you need as a beginner to sew clothes and home décor projects. Meanwhile, the SUV 1122 has more versatility with decorative stitches, stitch width adjustment, includes built-in needle threader and hard cover. Read more
The Pro 4DX incorporates the differential feed system of two sets of feed dogs. You won’t have to worry about puckered edges on woven fabrics or stretched edges on knits. The machine comes with an easy rolled hem conversion feature that eliminates the need to change the needle plate or foot. Read more
Achieve the same results as the professionals in the fashion industry, with the 2000CPX. Don’t just hem your garments with a simple sewing machine. Rely on this machine to provide that quality look the professionals create every time. You won’t have to worry about converting your regular serger to a cover or chain stitch again. Read more
One-Push Air Threading System
Tedious threading of upper and lower loopers are a thing of the past. Simply insert thread into the specially designed ports and your thread is transported to where it needs to be with an easy push of a lever.
Built-in Needle Threader!!!!
A Janome first! With a built-in needle threader, manually threading your serger needles is a thing of the past. One unit provides easy threading of both the right and left position needles.
8-Piece Feed Dog System
With strategically placed feed dogs in eight locations, the AT2000D will easily grab and feed your fabric. From slinky knits to denim, the AT2000D will meet the challenges of your sewing projects.
Bed Size
Serge through bigger projects with the wide flat work space. The AirThread 2000D offers ample sewing area with a sewing bed of 4.65” wide in front of the serging needle and 5.59” wide behind the needle. The bed is 9.67” deep as well.
Good Design Award
Good Design Award commends designs recognized as excellent designs that improve the quality of life, industry, and society among all screened items. The AT2000D won for solving the troublesome task of threading the needle by adopting a looper threading mechanism with an original air delivery method.
The Skyline S7 comes with 240 built-in stitches, including 11 one-step buttonholes and 7 alphabets. Quilters and designers will enjoy the AcuFeed™ Flex Layered Fabric Feeding System and the Automatic Presser Foot Lift. The 11 buttonholes can be customized for stitch width, stitch density and buttonhole opening. Along with that, the 7 alphabets also go up to a 9mm width with a revised letter size and shape for increased realism and balance. Navigation through all of these features has become easier with the Skyline S7’s LCD color touchscreen.
Stitch Composer:
Create Your Own Designs
Create your own stitch patterns from scratch! The program is easy to use, and transferring stitches to your machine is easy using the built-in USB port.
Variable Zig Zag open toe foot
The new open toe Variable Zigzag (VZZ
) foot (QZ) makes it easy to follow your stitch progress when using this unique Janome function. See precisely where you wish to widen or narrow your zig zag stitch with the hands-free adjustment of the knee lifter.
Don't Be Shy.
Get in touch with us and we would be happy to answer any questions you may have!
Coffee Break Sewing
In our bright, inviting sewing place, hang out with other sewists to learn, unleash your inner designer and share your creativity. With fresh coffee and tea to help the process along!
We are outfitted with the latest sewing equipment:
- Janome 6100 Computerized Sewing Machines
- CoverPro Coverstitch Machine
- Janome Sergers
- Cutting Tables
- Rotary Cutters
- Irons and Ironing Boards
You must know how to use the sewing machine, Serger or Cover Stitch machine that you intend to use during your sewing time. We are always happy to offer advice, but if you need coaching, please check our class schedule!
Coffee Break Sewing is independent, unsupervised project time and an opportunity to use our machines, cutting table and sewing notions. You must supply your own thread, available for purchase. Our sergers are set up with black, white or grey thread. For other colours, please bring your own or available for purchase.
Cost is $10/hour + HST.
SHOP WITH US!
We sell thread, zippers, interfacings, T-shirt knits, activewear fabric, fun fleeces and a growing selection of cotton fabrics. Stop by the store today to pick up your sewing needs.
Anna
Co-Owner, Class Teacher
Anna has literally been there – sewn that! From creating adorable kids wear to mastering draperies and home décor and quilting. She believes that the first sewing skill people need is confidence and she enjoys helping students every stitch of the way.
Linda
Co-Owner, Teacher
Linda is passionate about sharing the joy of sewing! She has travelled the world to teach and inspire the next generation of sewists in her former position of Director of Education at Janome Canada Ltd.