BEGINNER SEWING CLASSES

       In this beginner workshop Sewists start from scratch at the on/off switch. Our instructors will thoroughly cover each feature through hands on explanations and demonstrations. Sew, you’re be guided step by step transforming sewing into a fun and exciting experience.

 

***Our mission is to equip attendees with the confidence and  knowledge to  utilize a sewing machine. 

     

Sewists, will be expertly guided through the steps to begin a journey in sewing. This workshop focuses on the foundation of sewing by demonstrating the anatomy of the sewing machine. An overview of the machine settings, upper threading/bobbin, attachments, and some basic troubleshooting. An awareness of the notions needed to complete sewing projects.

One 3-hour workshop, will not cover a fraction of the information needed to fully comprehend the art of sewing. However, our beginner workshop will introduce you to the art of sewing and with continuous workshops your learn how to follow a seam allowance to sew a straight stitch along with zigzag, curves and pivot corners. 

 

During this workshop you will learn:

•  The anatomy of a sewing machine along with an overview of the different attachments

•  How to thread a sewing machine, make and insert the bobbin

• Stitch lengths, thread tensions, alignments, and seam guides

• Common thread and bobbin tension problems

• The use of sewing tool notions

• Measure, pinning, and cutting

• Different fabrics and their use

• Basic pattern cutting, cut-out fabric for the projects you'll sew

• Straight seams, curves, pivot corners, zig zag and back stitch 

 

Examples of workshop projects:

Hobo bag, Pillows, Grocery bag holders, Tote bags, Wine bottle holders, Aprons, Hair Scrunchies, Satin hair bonnets, the list goes on...

Sewists, choose projects they wish to make.