10/12 Sewing Skills: Alterations

During this sewing class students will be introduce to the art of re-fashioning a piece of clothes by learning techniques to give old and forgotten clothing a new lease of life and make it into a "new and more interesting" piece of clothes that they will be able to wear, gift or sell.

This reversible bag pattern is the perfect project for learning basic sewing skills while getting cozy with a sewing machine. We’ll cover and refine, cut, pin, sew, snip, press, and repeat so that you can walk away with a finished bag that suites your style.

You will learn basic threading, bobbin winding, settings for all stitch functions, stitch variations, use of the included accessory feet and how to make a buttonhole. We will also show you basic machine maintenance. Machine usage classes are on-going.

You will learn how to use your sewing machine (choose the right needles, feet, threads, stitches), how to organize your sewing space.  Sewing basics, including proper sewing machine operation, fabric selection, personal body measurements, and introduction to patterns and garments construction wit...

Students will work at their own pace to complete a minimum of 4 projects, including a great tote bag. This class is perfect for beginners or students who are still becoming comfortable with machine sewing. Bring your own machine or use ours. All Supplies Included.