The Wisteria

09/10/2026

🧵 We’ve been working on something NEW at Wisteria…

Have you wanted to learn to sew, but thought…

I don’t even own a machine.
What if I buy one and don’t use it?
Where do I even start?

Start with us.

This Friday is our Beginning Sewing Class — and we provide the machines!

You’ll learn the things you actually need to know: how to thread your machine, wind a bobbin, change a needle, understand the basic controls and become comfortable sewing on your own.

But here’s where we’re changing things up… 👀

✨ COMING TO WISTERIA: BOOK STUDIO TIME ✨

Once you’ve learned to independently operate our studio machines, you don’t have to own one to keep sewing.

Come back. Bring your project. Book one of our Janome Skyline S3s by the hour and SEW.

And for those who want to take it even further… yes, we’re working on qualified studio time on our Continental M17, too. 😳🧵

Learn here. Sew here. Create here.

No machine at home required.

📍 Beginning Sewing
Friday, September 11 • 6–9 PM
$50 • Machines provided

👇 Sign up here:
https://the-wisteria-mercantile.square.site/

Come learn Friday — then you’ll be ready when Book Studio Time opens! 🧵✨

09/06/2026

🧵 YOU KNOW HOW TO SEW. BUT DO YOU KNOW YOUR MACHINE?

Most of us learned sewing the same way.

Thread it. Turn it on. Start sewing.

And when something doesn’t work? We change the thread. Rethread it. Turn it off and back on. 😂 Maybe watch a YouTube video.

Eventually it works, so we keep going.

But somewhere along the way, a lot of us skipped something:

Actually learning the machine.

That’s what Beginning Sewing at Wisteria is about.

Not a project. Not how pretty you can sew. And definitely not sitting around reading an instruction manual.

We’re getting on the machines together and learning the things that make sewing easier, less frustrating and a whole lot more fun.

And don’t let the name Beginning Sewing fool you.

We’ve had experienced sewers take this class and discover things they never knew.

Never sewn before? Perfect.
Already sew? You might be surprised.

And you don’t even need a machine — we provide them.

3 hours. $50. A skill you’ll use long after the class is over.

🧵 Beginning Sewing at Wisteria
Friday, September 11 • 6–9 PM
1881 District • Lorena

You already know what your machine CAN do.
Come find out what you didn’t know it could do.

👉 REGISTER HERE:

https://the-wisteria-mercantile.square.site/

08/31/2026

🧵 WE’RE BACK! 💜

Summer break is officially over at Wisteria, and we are READY to get back to classes! Are you?

September is about getting back around the sewing table—learning something new, building confidence, finishing projects, and having a whole lot of fun while we do it.

We have Beginning Sewing, Beginning Appliqué, Alice’s Wonderland Quilt Block of the Month, and Open Sewing every Thursday!

✨ New to sewing? Come on.
✨ Want to learn appliqué? We’ve got you.
✨ Just need a day to sew with friends? There’s a seat for you too.

📅 September’s calendar is here!

All classes can be viewed and registered for online:

Sign up for Wisteria classes here⁠: https://the-wisteria-mercantile.square.site

We’ve missed our sewing people. Let’s get back to creating. 💜

Wisteria • 1881 District • Lorena
Come learn something new, finish something old, and create together.

08/16/2026

🧵 WISTERIA — WHERE “I’M NOT SURE I CAN” BECOMES “LOOK WHAT I DID.”

Yesterday at The Wisteria was about so much more than ruler quilting.

These women have been working on their Log Cabin quilts, taught by the wonderful Iris Cunningham. Along the way, there were moments when they weren’t quite sure their quilts were going to turn into something they loved.

But look at them now. ❤️

They love their quilts so much that when it came time to start ruler quilting, they were hesitant. They wanted to make sure they had the skill before putting that ruler anywhere near something they had worked so hard to create!

And THAT is exactly why we learn.

Ruler quilting isn’t necessarily hard—but when you’re used to doing things another way, trying something new can feel pretty uncomfortable. Yesterday they stepped outside their comfort zones, practiced, learned a new skill, and kept going.

I could not be more proud of these women. They inspire me with their willingness to learn, try, mess up, practice, and try again.

And a huge THANK YOU to Iris for teaching this Log Cabin journey and reminding us that sometimes the thing we’re not sure about in the beginning becomes the thing we’re most proud of in the end.

Just look at those quilts. 😍

This is what The Wisteria is about—learning together, encouraging one another, and discovering that we’re capable of a whole lot more than we thought.

Beautiful work, ladies. I am SO proud of you. 💜

🪡 The Wisteria • 1881 District

08/07/2026

🧵✨ Summer may be winding down, but at The Wisteria, we’re just getting started.

Starting in September, we have so much planned for the upcoming season! New classes, fresh inspiration, exciting projects, and plenty of opportunities to gather, learn, and create together.

Today we’re taking a little inspiration trip to help us prepare for what’s ahead, and we can’t wait to share what we discover along the way.

The best is yet to come… and we can’t wait to create it with you. Stay tuned! 💜

07/24/2026

🧵✨ Progress looks beautiful.

Today these ladies put the finishing touches on their Poppins Bags, and tomorrow they’ll complete their projects! Watching each bag come together stitch by stitch has been so much fun, and we’re incredibly proud of every one of them.

At The Wisteria, it’s never just about learning to sew—it’s about encouraging one another, building confidence, and celebrating every finished project together.

We can’t wait to see these beautiful bags completely finished tomorrow. Great job, ladies! You’ve done an amazing job, and we are so proud of you. 💚

💬 Question for our sewing friends: What’s one project you’ve finished that you’re still proud of today? We’d love to hear about it! 🪡✨

07/23/2026

💚🧵 Some quilts are beautiful because of the fabric… and some are beautiful because of the journey behind them.

Back in January, Iris Cunningham taught our 9-Patch with a Twist class. Like many quilting projects, life happened along the way. Some quilts were finished quickly, while others took a little more time.

Today we’re celebrating Tamara, who stayed with it and crossed the finish line.

We’re so incredibly proud of her perseverance and the heart she poured into every stitch. This quilt is absolutely beautiful—but the story behind it makes it even more special. Every quilt tells a story, and this one is a reminder that it’s never too late to finish what you started.

Congratulations, Tamara! Thank you for sharing your journey with us and for reminding all of us that the best things are often worth the wait. 💛

We can’t wait to see what you’ll create next.

07/16/2026

✨ Vintage Singer Slant-O-Matic Sewing Machine – Serviced & Ready to Sew – $275 ✨

This beautiful vintage Singer Slant-O-Matic has been professionally serviced, tested, and sews beautifully. It is one of Singer’s legendary all-metal machines, built during an era when quality came first.

Unlike many modern machines with plastic components, this machine is built to last for generations and has the power to sew everything from delicate cottons to denim, canvas, and quilting projects with ease.

Features:
• Professionally serviced and tested
• Beautiful stitch quality
• Heavy-duty all-metal construction
• Slant-needle design for excellent visibility
• Built-in zigzag and decorative stitches
• Adjustable stitch length and width
• Reverse stitching
• Powerful motor
• Original carrying case included
• Ready to sew today

These vintage Singers have earned a reputation for being some of the finest home sewing machines ever built and continue to be sought after by quilters, sewists, and collectors alike.

Professionally serviced by The Wisteria. Every machine we sell is cleaned, adjusted, tested, and stitch-tested before it leaves our shop. Buy with confidence knowing it’s ready to create from day one

06/18/2026

🧵✨ Open Sewing Day at The Wisteria! ✨🧵

Today we’re sewing from 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM, and we’d love for you to join us!

Bring your current project, your machine (or handwork), and spend the day creating alongside a wonderful group of fellow makers. Whether you’re quilting, sewing garments, embroidering, or just need motivation to finish that project you’ve been meaning to tackle, there’s a seat waiting for you.

One of the best parts of Open Sewing Day is the friendships that happen around the sewing tables. Come share ideas, learn something new, encourage others, and get inspired.

☕ Grab a coffee from Boujee Bean
🧵 Work on your projects
😊 Meet new friends
🎨 Enjoy a day of creativity

No pressure, no class agenda—just a fun day of sewing, visiting, and making progress together.

Open Sewing Day
📍 The Wisteria at Boujee Bean
🕘 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Come sew with us! 💜✂️🪡

05/26/2026