0. Beginning BASIC Machine Sewing - TEEN (ages 10-16) (Level 0-1)
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Beginning Sewing series for Teens (12+) and Adults. General Description:
Time: 2 hours per session
General class supplies: These items will be provided for class use.
- Sewing machine, power cord & foot control
- Sewing machine accessories
- Iron & Pressing mat
- Rotary cutter, ruler & mat
Sewing Kit - students must bring their own kit. (we have small kits to purchase) containing:
- Scissors
- Pins & pin cushion
- Hand sewing needles (variety pack)
- Seam ripper
- Spool of thread to start (white)
- Tape measure
- 3 empty class 15 bobbins (see instructor for these)
Session #1: Learn to Sew Class-Bookmark (Level 0) (2-3 hours)
Description: In this class you will learn the ins and outs of a mechanical sewing machine such as how to thread it, how to wind a bobbin, and how to set the machine’s settings. Once we feel comfortable with the machine, we will teach you how to sew using paper! Lastly, we will use our newly learned skills and put a simple bookmark together!
This class is for people who are just starting their sewing journey. If you have never touched a sewing machine before but want to enter the wonderful world of sewing, then this is the class for you!
Please bring your sewing kit. All supplies listed below will be provided
Supplies provided at class:
- Practice paper with shapes
- Classroom Machines and accessories
- Qty (2) Fabric front and back 3” x 7”
- Qty (2) Fusible interfacing 3” x 7”
- Ribbon
- Clips
Session #2: Learn to Sew Class (Level 1)- Pillowcase (1.5-2 hours)
Description: In this class you will practice making a bobbin and threading a mechanical sewing machine. You will learn how to press, sew straight lines and trim properly. We will be sewing a pillowcase.
Please bring your sewing kit. All supplies listed below will be provided
Supplies provided at class:
- Classroom Machines and accessories
- Clips
- Pillowcase kit (you will pick this the day of your class). - Included in your class fee
- Iron & pressing station
- Rotary cutter, Ruler & mat
Session #3: Learn to Sew Class – Zipper bag (Level 2) (1.5-2 hours)
Description: In this class we will be putting all that we’ve learned in the previous classes to the test! We will be making a zipper bag with a denim outside and cotton lining that conveniently matches the mini tote bag we made in the session #3.
Please bring your sewing kit. All supplies listed below will be provided
Supplies provided at class:
- Classroom Machines and accessories
- Clips
- Iron & pressing station
- Rotary cutter, Ruler & mat
- Qty (2) Outer fabric pieces 7”x 5 ½” denim
- Qty (2) Inner fabric pieces 7” x 5 ½” cotton
- Qty (2) fusible interfacing 7” x 5 ½”
- Qty (2) zipper tabs 2” x 3”
- 9” Zipper
| Skill Level: | Beginner |
| Skill Details: | Baginning Machine Sewing (Level 0-1) |
| Materials Included: | Please see supply list. Students need to bring their own tools kit. All other supplies provided |
| Requirements: | Please sign up in advanced so we can help you make sure that you have all your supplies. ADVANCED SIGNUP REQUIRED |
| Instructor: | Staff |
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