Classes
Come and join us, learn a new skill or brush up your techniques.
Engage in a life enriching experience!
Carp Knits meets every Saturday from 10:30am to 12:30pm. Join us for some knitting and crochet, share your projects and skills with others. Improve your knitting and make new friends! Adults only, no charge. Please note, there is no teacher, join for fun and community!
In addition, if your group needs a place to meet, contact us.
Our meeting space is available.
Please refer to our Class Policy at the bottom of the page
We are taking names for our waiting list in case of a cancellation.
Featherweight Maintenance Class with Ranell Hansen
Sunday, September 13, 2026
Noon to 3pm (Please be prompt, classes start on time.)
One of our most popular classes. In this class we will be talking about your Featherweight and discussing every aspect of its care, maintenance, appearance and function. This class is not intended to replace needed repair, but will emphasize basic preventative maintenance. You will learn, hands on, the things you can do to keep your machine running optimally.
You will need to bring:
Your Featherweight in its case
Any attachments you have
3 screw drivers (small, medium and large with a long blade)
Lightweight sewing machine oil (available to purchase at the store)
Singer motor lubricant (available to purchase at the store)
Two or three soft cloth rags (old white t-shirts are great)
A small hand towel to set your machine on while you work on it
A pair of disposable rubber gloves (the kind they use at the doctor’s office, not dishwashing gloves) Optional…this is if you don’t like to get greasy.
Some scrap fabric to test your machine with, muslin or a solid color
The thread you usually use
Small scissors or thread snips
I recommend purchasing the "Featherweight Maintenance Card” from Roxanne’s. I will be referring to it. Also, a great reference book with lots of interesting information is Featherweight 221, The Perfect Portable by Nancy Johnson Sebro, also available from Roxanne’s.
Class Outline:
Overview of Featherweight Machine
Diagnose for problems
Clean and oil all points
Lubricate motor
Clean and wax machine
Test the machine on fabric
Have fun
See you in class! Text or email if you have questions.
Ranell Hansen 805-637-4706. llenar.nesnah@gmail.com
See Featherweight Supplies here: PARTS & ACCESSORIES
Slow Stitch Patchi-Pouch with Beth Maitland, October 10th
Saturday, October 10, 2026
1pm to 4pm
Class presented by Beth Maitland of DramaQueenBeeQuilts and one of your favorite actors from the long running daytime drama, The Young and the Restless. This class will include a 'kit' of everything you need that is thoughtfully curated by Beth.
Please bring scissors, thimble and needles to class. Extras available.
A personalized extra from Beth is a tutorial video, available after the class session, to support you with further instruction.
Visit Beth Maitland’s website at: dramaqueenbeequilts.com
PLEASE READ CLASS POLICY:
Our instructor travels from a distance and makes special preparations for each student. Cancellations made fewer than 14 days prior to the class are nonrefundable and cannot be transferred to a future class. If you are unable to attend, you are welcome to send a substitute in your place.
Please note: We require a minimum number of students to sign up for the class. If we don't meet the minimum, you will receive a full refund.
Featherweight Maintenance Class with Ranell Hansen
Sunday, October 11, 2026
Noon to 3pm (Please be prompt, classes start on time.)
One of our most popular classes. In this class we will be talking about your Featherweight and discussing every aspect of its care, maintenance, appearance and function. This class is not intended to replace needed repair, but will emphasize basic preventative maintenance. You will learn, hands on, the things you can do to keep your machine running optimally.
You will need to bring:
Your Featherweight in its case
Any attachments you have
3 screw drivers (small, medium and large with a long blade)
Lightweight sewing machine oil (available to purchase at the store)
Singer motor lubricant (available to purchase at the store)
Two or three soft cloth rags (old white t-shirts are great)
A small hand towel to set your machine on while you work on it
A pair of disposable rubber gloves (the kind they use at the doctor’s office, not dishwashing gloves) Optional…this is if you don’t like to get greasy.
Some scrap fabric to test your machine with, muslin or a solid color
The thread you usually use
Small scissors or thread snips
I recommend purchasing the "Featherweight Maintenance Card” from Roxanne’s. I will be referring to it. Also, a great reference book with lots of interesting information is Featherweight 221, The Perfect Portable by Nancy Johnson Sebro, also available from Roxanne’s.
Class Outline:
Overview of Featherweight Machine
Diagnose for problems
Clean and oil all points
Lubricate motor
Clean and wax machine
Test the machine on fabric
Have fun
See you in class! Text or email if you have questions.
Ranell Hansen 805-637-4706. llenar.nesnah@gmail.com
See Featherweight Supplies here: PARTS & ACCESSORIES
Featherweight Maintenance Class with Ranell Hansen
Sunday, November 8, 2026
Noon to 3pm (Please be prompt, classes start on time.)
One of our most popular classes. In this class we will be talking about your Featherweight and discussing every aspect of its care, maintenance, appearance and function. This class is not intended to replace needed repair, but will emphasize basic preventative maintenance. You will learn, hands on, the things you can do to keep your machine running optimally.
You will need to bring:
Your Featherweight in its case
Any attachments you have
3 screw drivers (small, medium and large with a long blade)
Lightweight sewing machine oil (available to purchase at the store)
Singer motor lubricant (available to purchase at the store)
Two or three soft cloth rags (old white t-shirts are great)
A small hand towel to set your machine on while you work on it
A pair of disposable rubber gloves (the kind they use at the doctor’s office, not dishwashing gloves) Optional…this is if you don’t like to get greasy.
Some scrap fabric to test your machine with, muslin or a solid color
The thread you usually use
Small scissors or thread snips
I recommend purchasing the "Featherweight Maintenance Card” from Roxanne’s. I will be referring to it. Also, a great reference book with lots of interesting information is Featherweight 221, The Perfect Portable by Nancy Johnson Sebro, also available from Roxanne’s.
Class Outline:
Overview of Featherweight Machine
Diagnose for problems
Clean and oil all points
Lubricate motor
Clean and wax machine
Test the machine on fabric
Have fun
See you in class! Text or email if you have questions.
Ranell Hansen 805-637-4706. llenar.nesnah@gmail.com
See Featherweight Supplies here: PARTS & ACCESSORIES
Classes are limited in size, please sign up early. Your paid fee will hold your place. There are no refunds for missed classes or cancellations less than 14 days before class. Minimum student requirement is 4. If we do not meet this requirement, you will receive a full refund. If you find you cannot attend, feel free to send a friend in your place. We will do our best to fill your place, but if it cannot be filled, class fees will not be refunded. Our teachers prepare for classes with samples and instructions for your attendance. Please note, some classes include kits for projects and others require purchase of supplies, most also have a list of basic supplies to bring. Read each description carefully. If you need to purchase supplies, please come a few minutes early so you are prepared when class begins. Come and join us, learn a new skill or brush up your techniques. Have some fun and meet new friends!
NOTE: There will be no Open Sew on
October 19th or October 26th.
Open Sew with Ranell
Mondays - 10:30 am - 4pm
Bring your own project and Ranell, our excellent teacher, will be here from 10:30 am to 12:30 pm to assist you. Sewers are welcome to stay until 4pm to keep sewing.
Have some fun, meet new friends, complete unfinished projects and start new ones at Open Sew.
Sign up in advance, class size is limited.
Fee: $10.00 per person
Please note: We require a minimum number of students to sign up for the class. If we don't meet the minimum, you will receive a full refund.