Sewing 101 - Best for Beginner to Moderate Sewers - 4 Classes - 4 Weeks - Complete a Custom Tote Bag - Bring Your Own Machine or Borrow Ours!
Who you are: Someone who wants to learn how to sew on a machine! You have no previous sewing skills or basic sewing skills and are looking for directions on where to start, how to use a sewing machine, choose fabrics, cut patterns, and complete a project!
Class structure: Hands-on machine sewing class lead by Sewist, Jackie Spahn. During this intimate course you will meet with Jackie and 5 other learners for four, two-hour classes. Classes meet every week for 2 hours on Sunday from 4p-6p.
Course dates: July 7th, July 14th, July, 21st, July 28th
Class curriculum: Sewing machine set-up and operation, basic sewing principals, fundamentals of fabric selection and preparation, essential tools, using interfacing, creating a basic patch pocket, creating box corners, working with lining, considering design decisions, and other best practices for a professional finish.
Outcomes: Participants will create a customized lined tote bag and gain the foundational sewing skills needed to explore new projects with confidence.
What you need: Bring yourself! If you have a sewing machine, please bring it along with its pedal attachment and needle. If you do not have a sewing machine, no worries! We have machines available. Participants are encouraged to bring their own machine to class to learn its settings and functionality, but if you don’t have a machine and aren’t ready to invest in one, we’d be happy to make one available to you during class.
You will be responsible for sourcing fabric and matching thread BUT DO NOT buy anything yet — our course teacher will cover how to select fabric in the first class. Ticket price includes access to all other necessary tools to complete the project.
*No refund is given for any missed classes in the course. It is your responsibility to come to each class. If a class needs to be missed you can communicate with your teacher to help catch you up on the project from home before our next class.
Week 1 - Get Grounded
Learn how to operate your machine, what tools are key to sewing success, and how to choose fabric.
Week 2 - Get Started
Learn how to translate your 3-D vision into 2-D pattern pieces and master best practices for measuring and cutting. Prep your pieces for sewing.
Week 3 - Get it Together
Learn how to make and attach patch pockets and create straps.
Week 4 - Get it Done
Learn how to securely assemble your bag and add finishing touches.
Meet your Instructor : Jackie Spahn, Sewist
Jackie has been sewing since she was 7 years old, creating outfits for her dolls from scraps of her mother’s fabric. Fast forward (many) years and she has since graduated with a degree in fashion design, worked as a sample and pattern maker for several brands, and spent 10 years working on bridal and special occassion dress alterations.
She has taught many people of all ages and levels of sewing experience, from those who are picking up a needle and thread for the first time, to professional seamstresses learning new techniques.
She aims to build your skills and confidence so you’ll enjoy the sewing process, while also building a community of creative people to connect with (group sewing is the best!).
