BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//The Arts Center - ECPv6.15.12.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://theartscenter.net X-WR-CALDESC:Events for The Arts Center REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20260308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20261101T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20270314T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20271107T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260818T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260818T150000 DTSTAMP:20260824T140606 CREATED:20260520T230801Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260717T195138Z UID:10001203-1787061600-1787065200@theartscenter.net SUMMARY:Fifth Generation Sewing: Sewing Machine Use class DESCRIPTION:Learn how to use your sewing machine correctly for a frustration-free experience!  \nThis class is designed for the absolute beginner\, although anyone who has trouble using their machine will benefit. \nIf using your machine is stressing you out – if the needle or thread breaks\, if the thread gets tangled/knotted/looped\, if stitches do not form correctly – this class is for you!  \nBring: your sewing machine and its cord/pedal\, its manual if you have it\, any bits and pieces that came with the machine\, thread if you have it\, and a small pair of thread scissors if you have them. \nAbout the instructor \nFifth Generation Sewing classes are taught by Dr. Michelle Marie (she/her)\, a fourth-generation sewist who invites you to become part of the fifth generation of people who sew.  \nShe’s been sewing for over 35 years (depending on when you start counting)\, holds a Ph.D. in Apparel Design and Human Environment\, and takes seriously the project of handing down four generations of sewing expertise to you.  \nMichelle’s approach to teaching sewing starts with the importance of using your machine correctly and emphasizes the effectiveness of sewing conventions along with the value of expressing yourself with what you make. \nFor more information\, and to register\, visit bit.ly/fifthgen. URL:https://theartscenter.net/event/fifth-generation-sewing-sewing-machine-use-class-2/2026-08-18/ LOCATION:Corvallis Sewing Collective Studio\, 221 NW 2nd Street\, Corvallis\, OR\, 97330\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theartscenter.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/fifthgenphoto-4-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Fifth Generation Sewing":MAILTO:fifthgensewing@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260818T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260818T163000 DTSTAMP:20260824T140606 CREATED:20260520T230437Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260717T195532Z UID:10001167-1787067000-1787070600@theartscenter.net SUMMARY:Fifth Generation Sewing: Introduction to Patterns class DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE (bit.ly/fifthgen) \nGet ready to successfully use commercial sewing patterns! \nThis is a great follow-up to my Basic Sewing Skills class and for anyone ready to start using purchased patterns. \nUncover the mysteries of the pattern envelope\, sizing\, layout and cutting\, transferring marks\, and get answers to your questions. \nBring: Nothing is required\, but you’re welcome to bring a pattern/patterns you want to work on and/or fabric/s you are considering. \nSewing machines are not used in this class. \nAbout the instructor \nFifth Generation Sewing classes are taught by Dr. Michelle Marie (she/her)\, a fourth-generation sewist who invites you to become part of the fifth generation of people who sew. \nShe’s been sewing for over 35 years (depending on when you start counting)\, holds a Ph.D. in Apparel Design and Human Environment\, and takes seriously the project of handing down four generations of sewing expertise to you. \nMichelle’s approach to teaching sewing starts with the importance of using your machine correctly and emphasizes the effectiveness of sewing conventions along with the value of expressing yourself with what you make. \nFor more information\, and to register\, visit bit.ly/fifthgen. URL:https://theartscenter.net/event/fifth-generation-sewing-introduction-to-patterns-class/2026-08-18/ LOCATION:Corvallis Sewing Collective Studio\, 221 NW 2nd Street\, Corvallis\, OR\, 97330\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theartscenter.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/fifthgenphoto-4-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Fifth Generation Sewing":MAILTO:fifthgensewing@gmail.com END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR