Meet Jill!

Photo by Jenny Evelyn Photography

Hi! I'm Jill Peed. I live in Forsyth with my husband Silas and two little boys, Si and Bo.  I am a Greener Grass graduate! Before Greener Grass, I was scared to death of my sewing machine, but now it brings me so much joy! I am excited to be teaching a class because I am a teacher at heart, and I hope I can help others find joy in sewing like I have found. 

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We are so glad to have Jill join our team! She'll be teaching Sewing 101 starting in February in Macon. Be on the lookout for her event page tomorrow on Facebook. In the meantime, you can show her lots of love in comments. :) We couldn't be happier to have her teach!

Sewing School!

I've finally got my act together, peeps.

I'm posting my information about fall sewing classes under the "Sewing School" tab of my homepage and just because it's new I thought I'd post it here too so you can check it out.

Fall classes can begin at your convenience; Just send me an email or give me a call.

Classes are typically 2-3 people for a weekly class and up to 5 people for a weekend class. Sewing classes are a really fun thing to do with friends, so get a group together!

Anyway...here's the info and I can't wait to get fall classes started!

Beginners Sewing 101- Calling all want-to-be seamstresses! Whether you’ve dabbled in sewing here and there or if you’ve never touched a machine, this is the class for you. In Sewing 101 you’ll learn the mechanics of your sewing machine and what all those sewing tools are for. We’ll talk about selecting fabrics, proper cutting and pinning, and using a pattern. This class is the most comprehensive of all of the Sewing School classes. You’ll make 6 super cute projects while learning all of the basics of sewing.

Classes are an hour and a half long, once a week, for 8 weeks. The cost for entire course is $200.

Fall openings: Monday,Thursday, or Friday 10:00 am to 12:00 pm,  Monday or Tuesday 6:30-8:30 pm

Beginners Workshop- No time for class every week? This is a one day comprehensive sewing workshop for beginners. We’ll cover the basics and give you an introduction into the world of sewing while making several sweet projects…all in one day! A homemade lunch and snacks are provided during the 6 hour course. If you have friends that would like to all take a beginners workshop together, I can schedule an event especially for you!

This is a one day class that meets from 10 am to 4 pm. We'll be having our first Beginners Workshop on Saturday, November 5th. The cost is $85, including lunch and snacks. The class limit is 5 people.

Other Sewing School offers include...

Studio Time: Studio Time is for anyone with sewing experience (or who has taken a beginners class) who has a specific project in mind that they need a little extra help with. Come in and I’ll get you started or let me help you finally complete a project that you’ve had on your to do list for a long time! Contact me for prices and more information.

Custom Sewing: I love a good project and I’m happy to take on yours! Whether it’s curtains for your living room or a whole nursery, I can help you pick out fabrics and then stitch them up with precision and care! You’ll have something unique, original, and handmade to treasure.

Specialty Classes: Look for classes coming up in the near future that focus on specific projects such as: baby gifts, throw pillows, curtains, Christmas décor, a simple a line skirt, and more! These classes will be for students who have completed a beginners class or have a sewing background.

Sign up today friends! I can't wait to sew with you!
mel

Fancy Pants Makeover

Check out our new look!

That's right. We're all fancy and new over here at Greener Grass now. Many thanks to my design guru, Danielle Moss. She was completely patient and kind when dealing with all of my indecision, ridiculous requests, and lack of interweb-knowledge.

This new site is not only easier on the eyes, it's easier to navigate and find what you're looking for. All the old stuff is still here, but there are a few new things that I'd love for you to notice:

First: Do you see that last tab up at the top of the page? It says "Sewing School" (YAY!) In the next few days, there will be information about the classes that I offer and a schedule of when each class is available. Hooray for organization! I'll let you know when I've got it up...start dusting off your sewing machines!

Second: Way down on the bottom of the side bar, you'll see a lovely new Greener Grass blog button. If you've got a blog, and the Spirit moves you, grab the code and spread the love! No pressure, though...for realzies.

Third: Greener Grass now has a Facebook page for updates about Sewing School, getting connected with you awesome folks, and probably for some stray pictures of Paper Dave that I have lingering on my camera. You don't want to miss that, do you? If you have a minute, go "like" Greener Grass on Facebook. It'll make all of your wildest dreams come true.

Now I feel like an official social network pusher.

...And kinda nerdy.

If the shoe fits, right?

I do hope you like the new design! We are really happy. Jumping for joy...thus the picture.

Check you on the flip side.

mel

Sewing Classes

Sewing Classes are starting back up for the new year and I couldn't be more excited! Several classes have started this week, but there's room for a few more.

Contact me at mddark@yahoo.com for more information!

Look for a full list of lessons and workshop offerings soon, too!

Greener Grass This and That

Hi friends. Are you staying warm? Are you warding off the frost bite?

We're fighting a good fight, but I'm not sure if I'm going to make it. It's 18 here in South Georgia. Eighteen? Who ever heard of such? Not me. My toes are not acclimated to these kind of frigid temperatures. We've had snow flurries on and off for the past few days.

Our pipes froze last night (Don't worry Daddy, nothing broke and we've remedied the situation.) Crisis averted. Thankfully.

Though my toes are cold, my heart is warm. (How do you like that little transition?)

I am so thankful to have been picked again at Miss Mustard Seed's blog for Furniture Feature Friday. She chose to showcase my dining room makeover and said the kindest things about our work. I love reading her blog. She is amazingly creative, faithful, and encouraging. Go check her out.

Thanks, again, MMS. You made my week.

I also want to welcome anyone visiting from The Old Post Road Blog.  Trish graciously featured my dining room makeover on her blog today, as well. Interestingly enough, she is from very near Fitzgerald! Salt of the earth down there, ya know?

You need to check out Trish's blog and Etsy shop because she does these amazing Folk-artsy paintings that are vivid and charming. You probably need one. I know I do!

Thanks for the shout out, Trish.

And as always, thanks to all of you who come back and read, day after day. You're the best.
Love you. Mean it.
Mel

Greener Grass News

Hi Friends.

I have a lot of news for you today. All good news.

First of all, I'd like to thank all of you for coming back each day to read the blog. Thanks for all the encouraging comments. Your kindness is overwhelming. I really mean it.

Now, in case you are interested, I listed a few magnet sets for sale in my Etsy store (http://www.greenergrass.etsy.com/) yesterday. I have some awesome new products that I'm working on this week, so be on the look out for those and more magnets coming soon.  Greener Grass is back in business!

Also in the business realm, I am about to start my first series of Greener Grass sewing classes for beginners. I already have two spots reserved, but I can take a few more people. I am offering private and 2 person lessons for adults (ages 15+).  I can work with your schedule and sewing interests (whether you want to learn to sew for your home, children, etc.) If you are in the Macon area and are interested in learning to sew, please contact me at mddark@yahoo.com

I'll be setting up a page on the blog soon listing other upcoming Greener Grass classes and lessons.

In blog news, I'd like to thank the following websites for featuring some of my projects! I had a case of perm-a-grin (permanent grinning) last week because I was so happy to see my little projects out on the inter-web.

My Craft Table Make-Over was featured on Miss Mustard Seed's Furniture Feature Friday.

Thanks, Marian.

My Laundry Room Tour was featured on a creative blog called Tatertots and Jello (although David always refers to it as "Tatertots and Cool-whip")

Thanks so much, Jen. I loved telling Daddy and Jonathon that you said the lockers they built were "so fab!" Daddy says he's never been "fab" before. 

And finally, thanks to Abby at Tales and Trials for having me guest post last Friday. Abby has an awesome blog, full of creative ideas and amazing thrifty finds.

Oh, and I almost forgot. Jack has chewed up another grill cover in order to fashion it into a blanket for the cooler weather that we are now experiencing. This makes 12.

Please send help. The dog whisperer, maybe?

So many exciting things are happening! Thanks for all of your support.
Melissa

Remember to contact me if you are interested in sewing lessons and to check out the Etsy store!