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Sundays
August 31st - September 21st
9:00am - 11:00am
Beginner Sewing Course – 4-Week Syllabus
Course Overview:
This 4-week beginner sewing course is designed for absolute beginners or those looking to refresh their basic skills. Each week builds on the last, offering hands-on practice, foundational knowledge, and completed projects you can take home. By the end of the course, you'll know how to use your sewing machine, read patterns, and create simple, beautiful items on your own!
Course Schedule & Breakdown
Week 1: Meet Your Machine & Master the Basics
Introduction to sewing tools and materials
How to thread and operate a sewing machine
Basic stitches (straight stitch, zigzag, backstitch)
Practice stitching on fabric scraps
Project: Make a fabric coaster
Week 2: Fabric Fundamentals & First Project
Understanding fabric types, grain, and cutting techniques
Using a rotary cutter and pins correctly
How to press seams properly
Reading simple patterns and instructions
Project: Sew a custom tote bag
Week 3: Pattern Reading
How to follow commercial patterns
Pinning, cutting, and assembling a garment piece
Project: Sew a simple elastic-waist skirt or pajama pants
Week 4: Finishing Touches & Sewing Skills for Life
Adding closures (buttons, snaps, Velcro)
Hemming techniques and topstitching
Tips for independent sewing success
Project: Complete skirt/pants and class showcase
What’s Included:
Use of sewing machines (or bring your own)
All project patterns
Step-by-step guidance from an experienced instructor
Small class sizes for individual support
Materials Needed:
Fabric and notions (supply list provided upon registration)
Sundays
August 31st - September 21st
9:00am - 11:00am
Beginner Sewing Course – 4-Week Syllabus
Course Overview:
This 4-week beginner sewing course is designed for absolute beginners or those looking to refresh their basic skills. Each week builds on the last, offering hands-on practice, foundational knowledge, and completed projects you can take home. By the end of the course, you'll know how to use your sewing machine, read patterns, and create simple, beautiful items on your own!
Course Schedule & Breakdown
Week 1: Meet Your Machine & Master the Basics
Introduction to sewing tools and materials
How to thread and operate a sewing machine
Basic stitches (straight stitch, zigzag, backstitch)
Practice stitching on fabric scraps
Project: Make a fabric coaster
Week 2: Fabric Fundamentals & First Project
Understanding fabric types, grain, and cutting techniques
Using a rotary cutter and pins correctly
How to press seams properly
Reading simple patterns and instructions
Project: Sew a custom tote bag
Week 3: Pattern Reading
How to follow commercial patterns
Pinning, cutting, and assembling a garment piece
Project: Sew a simple elastic-waist skirt or pajama pants
Week 4: Finishing Touches & Sewing Skills for Life
Adding closures (buttons, snaps, Velcro)
Hemming techniques and topstitching
Tips for independent sewing success
Project: Complete skirt/pants and class showcase
What’s Included:
Use of sewing machines (or bring your own)
All project patterns
Step-by-step guidance from an experienced instructor
Small class sizes for individual support
Materials Needed:
Fabric and notions (supply list provided upon registration)