Intro to Sewing for Adults Wednesdays
If you always wanted to learn how to sew, but have been a little nervous or intimidated to begin, this class is for you!
Class meets once a week for 1.5 hours.
Class meets 4 times.
A new class with new students meets each month.
If you'd like to continue after your first month, an open-sew class (you choose your projects) is offered on Fridays from 10-11:30.
We will make the following projects from the book:
Bellflower pincushion (understanding seam allowance and learn some hand-sewing)
Sweetly Scented Sachet (learn to applique)
Handy Hand Towel (learn to attach buttons)
Quick Zip Pouch (learn to install a zipper)
We will reference the book, Sewing Basics, by Choly Knight. This is the perfect book for anyone who wants to learn how to sew, or just needs a quick refresher course. Friendly and easy-to-follow directions will have you sewing with confidence, making repairs, and creating new garments from scratch. From cutting patterns and sewing seams to binding edges, gathering fabric and installing zippers, each new skill is accompanied by a quick practice exercise to try, allowing you to learn as you sew. Fifteen simple and straightforward projects are provided for sewing fun accessories from plushies and pincushions to placemats, hand towels, hats and more. Sew Me! Sewing Basics is geared towards would-be sewers of all ages, who may never have touched a sewing machine or even threaded a needle before. It's the perfect book for anyone who wants to get started in the craft, or just needs a quick refresher course in sewing. Choly Knight's friendly and easy-to-follow directions will get readers sewing with confidence, making repairs, and creating new garments from scratch. She starts at the very beginning, showing how to choose a sewing machine and introducing the most basic techniques and shortcuts. From cutting patterns and sewing seams, to binding edges, gathering fabric and installing zippers, each new skill is accompanied by a quick practice exercise to try, allowing readers to learn as they sew. Fifteen simple and straightforward projects are provided for sewing fun accessories from plushies, pincushions and placemats to hand towels and hats.
| Skill Level: | Beginner |
| Skill Details: | This class is for people with no sewing experience, or people who need a refresher course. |
| Materials Included: | materials are included for all small projects we make from the book. Any other projects you'd like to work on you must provide your own materials. |
| Requirements: | Not afraid of being bad at something new. |
| Instructor: | Tricia Schroeter |
| Instructor Bio: | Trish is the owner and CEO of TrishTacSew Quilt Shop & Sewing Classes. She has been sewing since she was 11 years old and teaching since 201. Trish specialized in making beginners feel comfortable and confident in learning a fun new skill. Laughing is required in her classes. |
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