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Classes - Intro-to-Sewing

INTRO-to-SEWING CLASSES


Our introductory sewing classes are for beginners and is required before you can take any of our other classes.  These classes shown below will be scheduled in the order of interest. Vote for the class you want by clicking on select your class and submitting your payment.

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The Tote Bag

What's in this CLASS for you?

In this class you will make this trendy tote inspired by the popular Lotta Jansdotter bag, in the fabric of your choice that will soon become one of your favorite. This tote is big and billowing just like a trusty tote should be.


Everything you always wanted to LEARN in a beginner's sewing class:

  • Sewing-machine fundamentals.
  • The names and uses of common sewing tools.
  • How to sew a straight line to create a seam.
  • How to create pleats.
  • How to find the grainline of the fabric.
  • The names and uses of 3 different kinds stitches to complete your bag.
  • How to layout, mark and cut out a pattern correctly and much more!

The Classic Shift Dress

What's in this CLASS for you?

The must-have item of the moment is the classic shift dress that every"body" can wear.  A beginner such as yourself, will create this simple, stylist dress inspired by American designer Calvin Klein, although variations have been seen on fashion runways around the world. You can decide to make that "little black dress" you've been looking for or maybe you'll make it in your favorite color.

   

Everything you always wanted to LEARN in a beginner's sewing class:

  • Sewing-machine fundementals.
  • The names and uses of common sewing tools.
  • How to sew a straight and curved lines.
  • How to take your measurements.
  • How to lay, mark, and cut fabric.
  • How to use 4 different kinds of stitches to complete your dress.
  • How easy it is to hem your dress using a seam guide.
  • How to read and alter a commercial pattern for a perfect fit and much more...

   


The Tiered Skirt

What's in this CLASS for you?

The very easy pattern selected for you in this class was inspired by this trend-on fun and flirty tired ruffled skirt by Finland designer Leifsdottir. This skirt is a new favorite and you are sure to love wearing it all year long in sunny southern California. We suggest making the skirt in a cotton Chambray which offers the look of denim with a lightweight blouse.

Everything you always wanted to LEARN in an beginner's sewing class:

  • How to read and understand a easy commercial patterns.
  • How to thread and operate a sewing machine.
  • How to measure yourself correctly for a perfect fit.
  • Layout, mark and cut your fabric.
  • Creating casting for simple waistband.
  • Tiered ruffles.
  • Top-stitched hem detail.


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COST LENGTH OF CLASS
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 $125 including tax Two and one-half hours once a week for four weeks


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