4 week class, 2.5 hours each

This course is designed to give novice stitchers a comprehensive foundation in machine sewing. Students will graduate with the skills they need to make a project from start to finish and will gain the confidence to begin tackling anything.

Students will make a tote bag with lining and interior pocket and a pouch with a zipper

Skills learned:

• Machine threading and operation: sewing straight lines, pivoting, backstitching, changing machine settings, troubleshooting

• Fabric selection

• Making pocket

• Pattern layout, grainlines, and cutting techniques

• Seaming and topstitching

• Installing a zipper

• Incorporating a lining

Skill Level: Novice. No experience needed. We provide machines although you are welcome to bring your own.

Project materials included.

Classes:

• Thursdays 5:30 - 8:00: March 13 - April 17

Class Fee: $275