{"title":"Spring 2026 Classes","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0761\/2262\/0183\/files\/Untitled_4.png?v=1770927491\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll classes, unless otherwise specified in the course title, are held in-person at our shop on Fabric Row in Philadelphia: 710 S. 4th Street Philadelphia, PA 19147\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"intro-to-bojagi-and-patchwork____04-11-26-10-am-to-12-pm","title":"Bojagi and Patchwork____04.11.26 (10 AM to 12 PM)","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore two traditions rooted in reuse: Korean bojagi and Appalachian patchwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth practices are about making something beautiful out of what’s on hand. Whether it’s the delicate seams of jogakbo or the improvisational logic of Appalachian strip piecing, these methods invite us to slow down and see fabric differently. 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Hand sewing asks us to slow down, to notice, to care—yet we rarely extend that same care back to the objects that make the work possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this class, we’ll make a hand-stitched needle book: a small, soft-bound tool designed to hold your needles safely, visibly, and with intention. Using thoughtfully sourced materials and simple construction techniques, you’ll create something sturdy enough to live in your work bag and beautiful enough to keep close.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe’ll focus on layout, layering, and hand stitching, prioritizing structure and function over perfection. No machines, no rushing—just practical handwork and time at the table together. By the end of class, you’ll leave with a finished (or nearly finished) needle book and the confidence to make more for yourself or as meaningful gifts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis isn’t about crafting for crafting’s sake. 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Thanks for understanding.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Approved Textiles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52264336130327,"sku":null,"price":108.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0761\/2262\/0183\/files\/IMG_5831.jpg?v=1770834169"},{"product_id":"needle-book____06-21-2026-11-am-to-1-pm","title":"Needle Book____06.21.2026 (11 AM to 1 PM)","description":"\u003cp\u003eLoose needles live everywhere—tucked into pin cushions, lost in project bags, stuck into sleeves, or forgotten entirely. Tools meant to support careful handwork often end up scattered, disposable, or replaceable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen our tools are treated as afterthoughts, the work can start to feel that way too. Hand sewing asks us to slow down, to notice, to care—yet we rarely extend that same care back to the objects that make the work possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this class, we’ll make a hand-stitched needle book: a small, soft-bound tool designed to hold your needles safely, visibly, and with intention. Using thoughtfully sourced materials and simple construction techniques, you’ll create something sturdy enough to live in your work bag and beautiful enough to keep close.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe’ll focus on layout, layering, and hand stitching, prioritizing structure and function over perfection. No machines, no rushing—just practical handwork and time at the table together. By the end of class, you’ll leave with a finished (or nearly finished) needle book and the confidence to make more for yourself or as meaningful gifts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis isn’t about crafting for crafting’s sake. 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Thanks for understanding.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Approved Textiles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52264992768279,"sku":null,"price":108.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0761\/2262\/0183\/files\/IMG_5831.jpg?v=1770834169"},{"product_id":"practical-hand-stitching-basics____04-10-2026-6-pm-to-8-pm","title":"Practical Hand Stitching Basics____04.10.2026 (6 PM to 8 PM)","description":"\u003cp\u003eHand sewing is one of the most powerful—and overlooked—skills we can have at our disposal. It’s how clothing is made, mended, repaired, and honored. It’s also a deeply grounding practice: a way to work with your hands, unplug from constant distraction, and create something real at the intersection of craft and art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor generations, hand sewing was taught in schools. As Home Economics disappeared, so did access to these skills. If you didn’t grow up with a hand sewer in your life, picking up a needle and thread with confidence can feel out of reach—or like something you somehow missed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou didn’t miss it. You just haven’t been taught yet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003ePractical Hand Stitching Basics\u003c\/em\u003e, we make no assumptions about your experience. Whether you sewed once at summer camp twenty years ago or have never threaded a needle in your life, this class starts at the true beginning. It’s designed for anyone who wants to build a new hobby, mend and repair their clothing, or begin making things by hand with confidence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a skills-first class. We’ll move slowly, explain the why behind each step, and give you time to practice—without rushing or judgment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat we’ll cover\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeedle types and when to use them\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThread types and how to choose the right one\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThreading your needle and keeping your thread secure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnots, including tailor’s knots, quilter’s knots, and figure-eight knots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow to start stitching with intention\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoosing the right stitch for the job, including:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003erunning stitch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eback stitch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ewhip stitch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ebasting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eblanket stitch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnding your stitch cleanly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSewing on buttons securely and neatly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy the end of class, you’ll leave with stitched samples, a working understanding of hand sewing fundamentals, and the confidence to keep going on your own—or to step into our more project-based classes next.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAs a thank-you for starting here, students in Practical Hand Stitching Basics receive 30% off their next Approved Textiles class.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis class isn’t about perfection. 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The pace is intentional, supportive, and centered on building real understanding—not rushing toward a finished object.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePractical Hand Stitching Basics\u003c\/em\u003e is recommended before taking our project-based classes, including Needle Book, Visible Mending, and Sashiko offerings. You’ll leave with stitched samples, a solid foundation in hand sewing, and the confidence to move forward into more complex work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cbr\u003eClass Exchange Policy\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe’re happy to move your booking to a different date for the same class as long as we hear from you more than 48 hours before class begins. 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Whether it’s the delicate seams of jogakbo or the improvisational logic of Appalachian strip piecing, these methods invite us to slow down and see fabric differently—paying attention to joins, edges, and how pieces come together over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"742\" data-end=\"856\"\u003eIn this class, we’ll look at the cultural lineages behind each tradition, then begin stitching—by hand, of course.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"858\" data-end=\"1160\"\u003eIn this live online workshop, Matthew will guide you through the core techniques of bojagi and Appalachian patchwork, including layout, seam construction, stitch rhythm, and pattern building. The emphasis is on durable handwork and deep understanding—not rushing toward surface decoration or shortcuts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1162\" data-end=\"1333\"\u003eThis class meets Tuesday, June 9, 2026, from 7–9 PM Eastern Time. 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