Intro to Sewing: February 21st and February 28th

Class description:  Welcome to Intro to Sewing, this two session course is for the absolute beginner.  We will cover the fundamentals of operating a sewing machine including threading the machine, understanding the various stitch options and settings, needle types and feeding fabric through your machine.  

In this course you will sew a simple market tote bag, this project will teach you how to cut and prepare fabric for sewing and how to follow pattern instructions.

Instructor: Robin Blodgett

Length: 2 classes - 2.5 hours

February 21st and February 28th: 6:00pm to 8:30pm

Cost: $100, cancellations must be done 72 hours in advance.

Level: Absolute Beginner

Age: 14 and up

Class size: 4 students.  Minimum capacity of 3 students is required, if this is not met refunds will be provided.

What you will need to bring:

• Your own sewing machine in working order and the manual (be sure to include the foot pedal, presser foot attachments, an empty bobbin and power cords)
• 1 yard of fabric - pre-washed.  We recommend the Essex Cotton Linen Collection.
  
• All-Sew polyester thread
• Sewing machine needles - universal

This class will be taught in person at The Soda Plant, 266 Pine Street - Studio 221.  Enter to the left of Tomgirl.