Beginning Sewing Classes with Nancy Wiswall | November 1, 8, 15, 22

November 1, 8, 15 & 22 | 2-5

This four-part session is the introduction you've always wanted! Learn the basics of using your sewing machine and sewing some basic projects that will set you off on the right path to success with sewing.  Bring your sewing machine to class and we will provide hands-on assistance with threading your machine, loading the bobbin, checking tension, sewing and pressing and more.  

You will also learn to make several basic items, a reversible tote bag and reversible placemats.

Ages 12+ are welcome! Want a more robust program for your child? We have a new program called "Sewciety Kids."  Just sign up for the introductory Sewciety Kids class, and then they are eligible to take several 6-week sessions.  We have a Six-Week Session Scheduled for Wednesdays or Thursdays staring in September. Sewciety Kids is an established program for kids that has four years worth of sewing projects! 

You will need:

• Sewing machine in working order
• Basic Sewing Thread 
• Fabric for each project (see below)
• Sewing machine needles
• Bobbins
• A quarter inch foot for your sewing machine
• Power cord and foot pedal
• Scissors

Fabric Requirements (purchase before class):

Tote Bag Fabric:

• 3/4 yard each of 2 coordinating fabric

Place Mats

• 1 yard each of two coordinating fabrics
  (Cottonwood will provide batting, 4 pieces measuring 12" x18")

Other Recommended Supplies:

• 18" x 24" cutting mat or larger
• A rotary Cutter
• An acrylic ruler, 6 x 18" or larger

Don't have a machine?

Our sewing machine studio has lots of excellent starter machine options by Juki and bernette with all of the feet and stitches that you need to start your sewing journey.  Come in for a demo and a test drive!