With Sewing 101 we are going back to the basics, starting from scratch, and taking you step by step through all the essentials to make learning to sew a fun and inspiring experience.
Hey there! Ready to pick up that needle and thread for the first time? Or finally take that sewing machine you bought out of the box and put it to good use? With Sewing 101 we are going back to the basics, starting from scratch, and taking you step by step through all the essentials to make learning to sew a fun and inspiring experience.
Sewing 101 is perfect for complete beginners & people who have sewn in the past but need a refresher, where they will learn how to competently use a sewing machine and complete a skirt or drawstring pants from a commercial pattern!
During this course you will learn:
· all of the necessary sewing terminology & equipment
· how to read a commercial pattern
· how to choose the right fabric for a garment, either a skirt or drawstring pants
· how to identify fabric grain lines
· different types of stitches & seam finishes you can complete using a sewing machine!
Projects: Denim tote bag and a Pencil Skirt, A- line skirt, or PJ pants from commercial pattern
Fabric and Supplies: Fabric provided for tote bag, and the pattern for the skirt/pants is provided as well. Students will need 3-4 yards of non-stretch fabric. wool, crepe, or cotton blends are ideal. Fabric is available for purchase $10 per yard.
Kristine is a womenswear fashion designer and sewing instructor based in New York City with an education in Fashion Design and Merchandising from Missouri State University.
In addition to her specialized education, Kristine has years of experience within the industry including positions at Ford Models, J. Mendel, Gurhan, and David Yurman.
Kristine also has her own clothing business K.BANASIK that has been sold in over 25 stores all of the world. She believes her clothing and sewing lessons empower students and build confidence.
Students will build on that tradition by learning fundamental seams and finishes used in modern-day garment construction. Industry standards of sewing are emphasized and all techniques are taught and practiced.
Fun and functional, our classic cotton tote bags are perfect for carrying it all! Tote size can be larger or smaller than pictured.
Sewing is an invaluable skill that anyone can and should learn! Whether you want to learn how to repair a torn piece of clothing, sew drapery or just want a creative outlet, sewing fulfills all of these purposes. It’s a lifelong lesson that you’ll always appreciate having.
The first step in learning how to sew is learning how to use the sewing machine. We teach on any make and model of machine. Our goal is for our students to be comfortable on their sewing machine so they can sew better! This class will be limited to one student.
When you sign up your child (or yourself) for sewing classes, you can expect that you or your child will have an enjoyable experience as we have reliable sewing machines (complete with speed control), high quality materials and supplies. Sewing instructions, materials and sewing machine rental ...
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