Classes
Please pay for classes at time of sign up. Students will receive a refund for classes only if Lake Erie Mercantile cancels the class. This policy must be enforced in order to ensure that patterns and supplies purchased for the student in the class, as well as the teachers' time, are paid for. Thank you for your cooperation.
Call or come in to sign up- 734-682-3945
Call or come in to sign up- 734-682-3945
Sew-along with connie
lWhen: One Saturday a month (to be announced monthly)
What: NOT A CLASS. Work together with Connie on an Annie's Bag.
Cost: $20 each month ($20 will be credited on the day of the Sew-Along if you spend $50 in shop)
Look for the class titled 'Sew-Along with Connie' to see each months project.
What: NOT A CLASS. Work together with Connie on an Annie's Bag.
Cost: $20 each month ($20 will be credited on the day of the Sew-Along if you spend $50 in shop)
Look for the class titled 'Sew-Along with Connie' to see each months project.
September
Pouch Party
Every 4th Saturday for 6 months
First class is September 23
11-3
$20 (pay full $120, get 15% off all reg. Price purchases day of class)
For beginners who want to get into bag making, this is for you. Each month we will make a pouch that will increase in difficulty and add skills to become proficient at pouches. After the 6 months, you will be ready to tackle a bigger bag.
Every 4th Saturday for 6 months
First class is September 23
11-3
$20 (pay full $120, get 15% off all reg. Price purchases day of class)
For beginners who want to get into bag making, this is for you. Each month we will make a pouch that will increase in difficulty and add skills to become proficient at pouches. After the 6 months, you will be ready to tackle a bigger bag.
October

Home Decor Class- Window Treatments
Saturday October 7
11am-3
$20
There will be no sewing during this class but another will be scheduled if students feel they would like instructor assistance after learning the following in relation to window treatment decor.
* color and pattern selection
* width and length of fabric necessary
* Header choices
* Lining fabric and installation options
There will be samples and demos during class. Students should bring pictures of the room they are decorating as well as window dimensions.
Saturday October 7
11am-3
$20
There will be no sewing during this class but another will be scheduled if students feel they would like instructor assistance after learning the following in relation to window treatment decor.
* color and pattern selection
* width and length of fabric necessary
* Header choices
* Lining fabric and installation options
There will be samples and demos during class. Students should bring pictures of the room they are decorating as well as window dimensions.

Home Decor Class- Sugar Pop Pillow
2 Wednesdays, October 4 and 11
4pm-8pm
$40
In this class, students will learn options in pillow making while creating their own pillow with colors chosen specifically for their home. We will piece and quilt the pillow top, and then decide on piping or no piping, binding or no binding, and how to put a covered zipper on the back. Please purchase the Sugar Pop Pillow Pattern at Suziequilts.com. You will need to purchase the quilt pattern of the same name and the pillow pattern is included. Students will need a range of 2 different colors that coordinate with a room in their home. Connie is happy to help if needed. Just bring a picture of the room you will use the pillow in BEFORE the first class
2 Wednesdays, October 4 and 11
4pm-8pm
$40
In this class, students will learn options in pillow making while creating their own pillow with colors chosen specifically for their home. We will piece and quilt the pillow top, and then decide on piping or no piping, binding or no binding, and how to put a covered zipper on the back. Please purchase the Sugar Pop Pillow Pattern at Suziequilts.com. You will need to purchase the quilt pattern of the same name and the pillow pattern is included. Students will need a range of 2 different colors that coordinate with a room in their home. Connie is happy to help if needed. Just bring a picture of the room you will use the pillow in BEFORE the first class
Bags & Bags Event
Friday, October 13
5pm- ?
$25 includes pattern
Bags can be frightening! Whether you're making one, or you have them under your eyes. We'll solve BOTH problems for you at this fun and social event. Jill will show you some great products for fixing those undereye bags as well as other tips and tricks to look your best while, at the same time, we make a make-up bag together. Students will need to bring their machine/supplies and 3 coordinating fat quarters.
Friday, October 13
5pm- ?
$25 includes pattern
Bags can be frightening! Whether you're making one, or you have them under your eyes. We'll solve BOTH problems for you at this fun and social event. Jill will show you some great products for fixing those undereye bags as well as other tips and tricks to look your best while, at the same time, we make a make-up bag together. Students will need to bring their machine/supplies and 3 coordinating fat quarters.