Get to Know Your Machine - Adult Sewing Basics
Have you been wanting to learn the basics of sewing on a machine?
Event details
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learn to sew!
Have you always wanted to learn to sew? First, you should know how to use the sewing machine; this class can help!
No machine? — No problem, borrow one of mine!
Are you worried about a class setting? Book a private lesson!
Please bring all materials for classes; I no longer have communal supplies like scissors, pins, needles, etc.
Also, for this class, you only need to ensure you have scissors, extra bobbins, and thread.
Sewing Machine (if you need to borrow one): Please note that you need one; please put in additional notes at checkout.
Ages: 16 and older
Max Students: 6
Learn the basics of sewing on a machine.
Has your machine collected or hidden dust on a table in the closet? Have you wanted to learn and didn’t know where to take lessons?
**Remember to try a private lesson if you want to take this class but the next one is too far away!
This intro to sewing class is the perfect way to get your feet wet or dust them off! You will learn about the machine, threading, and accessories.
What you will take away from this workshop:
Cleaning/Maintenance
Needles
Threading Machine
Filling & Inserting Bobbin
Accessories and Feet
Seam Allowance
Troubleshooting
Sewing Kit
Basic Sewing Terms
Materials:
Here are some of my favorite sewing notions.
Sewing Machine – I highly recommend the Brother CS6000i
Thread – Gutermann if you are borrowing one of my machines.
Empty Bobbin (if borrowing my machine – Class 15 size 10 bobbins)
Scissors – I suggest the KAI N5230 9″ Bent Handle
Manuals (if using your machine)
Basic Sewing Kit (scissors, pins, extra needles, etc.)
Supplies included:
Scrap fabric to practice
Sewing Machine (if you need to borrow one) — note you need one please in additional notes at checkout
101 Handout
Scrap Fabric
*Don’t forget to read over the class policies!
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Needle, Ink and Thread
