Houses : Wednesday October 2, from 5:30-8:30pm

$95.00 CAD

THE WORKROOM PARKDALE : This workshop is scheduled to take place in our new studio at 207 Cowan Avenue, Unit A. We can't wait to welcome you there!

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Achieve perfect patchwork points in this quick start workshop. Machine Foundation Paper Piecing allows you to sew precise and illustrative patchwork that will open up a world of possibilities. Students will learn the freezer paper-based method to get started on their own version of Houses by Johanna Masko. Bonus! This technique is scrap-friendly. 

Class registration includes a copy of Houses pattern

Design :  Johanna Masko

Instructor : Johanna Masko

Prerequisite : Sewing Machine Essentials, or equivalent experience.


CLASS SUPPLIES : Class fees include workshop registration and in-shop use of sewing machines and irons. All supplies, materials and personal tools are to be provided by each student, unless otherwise specified. Upon enrolment, a Class Confirmation and Supply List will be emailed by our shop team so that these items can be gathered or purchased prior to the class. We welcome a visit, call or email with any questions regarding this workshop and the required supplies prior to registration.


CANCELLATION POLICY : Class fees are non-refundable. Any cancellations or changes to your registration must be done at least 72 hours prior to the class start date in order to be issued a store credit. Cancellations that are made less than 72 hours before the class start date and students who do not show up to class will forfeit their class fee.


Skills + Techniques

Through this workshop series you will learn the following skills:

  • Machine Foundation paper piecing - freezer paper method
  • Effective construction techniques
  • Fussy cutting
  • Design variations
  • Working with scraps
  • Managing seam allowance bulk

Patchwork & Quilting

Learn everything about patchwork and quilting with the workroom.

Whether you are a beginner or looking to build skills and confidence, the workroom has a variety of workshops on our roster for you. We carefully select projects and techniques that will foster your creativity and meet you where you're at in your sewing journey.

the workroom studio

Our bright Parkdale Studio is equipped with Bernina sewing machines and sergers, large cutting tables and ironing stations. Students will also learn to use specialty presser feet, essential sewing machine features as required for their class project.

the workroom is an authorized Bernina dealer. If you're looking for your first sewing machine or an upgrade, our workshops are a great opportunity to see why we love the Bernina brand. The quality of these machines, along with the great features and accessories make them a pleasure to sew with.

Students have complimentary access to the sewing studio until completion of their class project.