Sewing Instruction
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Hampton Tote Bag:
Halloween Rescue:
If you wish to make a costume but have little or no sewing skills this workshop is
designed for you. Students purchase their pattern and supplies ahead of time,
and are assisted while working on their own projects. The emphasis is NOT on
teaching you to sew, but rather on getting your child's costume ready to wear.
Sewing machines and sergers are provided. If you are wanting to make a
costume for multiple wearings, such as a period costume, or something more
polished, please refer instead to the "sewing coach" classes. Age 16 & Up, Time
3 hours, Fee $36
Harvest Pumpkin:
Get ready for a happy harvest season in this class. Students learn about fabrics,
sewing machine basics, hand-stitching and finishing details while making a
decorative fabric pumpkin. Age: 7 & Up, Skill level: all, Time: 2 hours, Fee: $25
Pillowcase:
For those completely new to sewing, this short, simple class introduces the
sewing machine and how it functions. Basic principles of machine care and use,
straight seams, and top-stitching are covered. This is a good class for those who
want to know the "hows and whys" of sewing in addition to completing a simple
project. Recommended for homeschool students, boys as well as girls; and for
older students who have access to a machine at home and want to learn how it
functions. Age 5 & Up, Skill level: Beginner, Time: 2 hours, Fee $27 INCLUDES
all supplies.
Pumpkin Soup (see sample photo above):
Younger students get ready for fall in this fun class. Students share fabrics to
create a soft, festive pumpkin. Students will learn about fabrics, sewing basics,
and experience sewing simple straight seams on the machine. Age: 5 -7, Skill
level: all, Time: 2 hours, Fee: $25
Retro Apron (see sample photo on homepage):
Students create a vintage style full bib apron, with coordinating accessories.
This is a great class for those who wish to add their own design elements to
their projects. This class explores how one basic shape can provide endless
design variations, and fabric manipulation techniques. Age: 10 & Up, Skill level:
intermediate, Time: 4 hours, Fee: $48
Sewing Coach Sessions:
These semi-private sessions are for students who wish to learn to sew
independently. Students select their own projects or patterns, and bring them
weekly. If you have your own machine you may opt to bring it, or use the
machines provided. All aspects of sewing clothing or decor will be addressed as
they pertain to students' work: pattern and fabric selection, fitting, interfacing,
zippers, buttonholes, finishing, embellishments, etc. Sessions meet weekly for
two hours, and are strictly limited to 4 students. Initial projects are likely to be
completed in four sessions. Age: 8 & Up, Skill level: all, Fee: $100 per month (4
x 2 hour sessions).
Halloween Rescue:
If you wish to make a costume but have little or no sewing skills this workshop is
designed for you. Students purchase their pattern and supplies ahead of time,
and are assisted while working on their own projects. The emphasis is NOT on
teaching you to sew, but rather on getting your child's costume ready to wear.
Sewing machines and sergers are provided. If you are wanting to make a
costume for multiple wearings, such as a period costume, or something more
polished, please refer instead to the "sewing coach" classes. Age 16 & Up, Time
3 hours, Fee $36
Harvest Pumpkin:
Get ready for a happy harvest season in this class. Students learn about fabrics,
sewing machine basics, hand-stitching and finishing details while making a
decorative fabric pumpkin. Age: 7 & Up, Skill level: all, Time: 2 hours, Fee: $25
Pillowcase:
For those completely new to sewing, this short, simple class introduces the
sewing machine and how it functions. Basic principles of machine care and use,
straight seams, and top-stitching are covered. This is a good class for those who
want to know the "hows and whys" of sewing in addition to completing a simple
project. Recommended for homeschool students, boys as well as girls; and for
older students who have access to a machine at home and want to learn how it
functions. Age 5 & Up, Skill level: Beginner, Time: 2 hours, Fee $27 INCLUDES
all supplies.
Pumpkin Soup (see sample photo above):
Younger students get ready for fall in this fun class. Students share fabrics to
create a soft, festive pumpkin. Students will learn about fabrics, sewing basics,
and experience sewing simple straight seams on the machine. Age: 5 -7, Skill
level: all, Time: 2 hours, Fee: $25
Retro Apron (see sample photo on homepage):
Students create a vintage style full bib apron, with coordinating accessories.
This is a great class for those who wish to add their own design elements to
their projects. This class explores how one basic shape can provide endless
design variations, and fabric manipulation techniques. Age: 10 & Up, Skill level:
intermediate, Time: 4 hours, Fee: $48
Sewing Coach Sessions:
These semi-private sessions are for students who wish to learn to sew
independently. Students select their own projects or patterns, and bring them
weekly. If you have your own machine you may opt to bring it, or use the
machines provided. All aspects of sewing clothing or decor will be addressed as
they pertain to students' work: pattern and fabric selection, fitting, interfacing,
zippers, buttonholes, finishing, embellishments, etc. Sessions meet weekly for
two hours, and are strictly limited to 4 students. Initial projects are likely to be
completed in four sessions. Age: 8 & Up, Skill level: all, Fee: $100 per month (4
x 2 hour sessions).
Several popular designers have created
hippie inspired, wide-base, fabric tote bags.
Students create their own custom BOHO
style bag. Emphasis is on practical design
basics, and functionality. Complexity of
each individual’s bag will vary according to
skill level. Age: 7 & Up, Skill level: all, Time:
3 hours, Fee: $36
hippie inspired, wide-base, fabric tote bags.
Students create their own custom BOHO
style bag. Emphasis is on practical design
basics, and functionality. Complexity of
each individual’s bag will vary according to
skill level. Age: 7 & Up, Skill level: all, Time:
3 hours, Fee: $36
Projects
| Harvest Pumpkin and Pumpkin Soup (same project, different process based on age group) *purchased vine |
Simple shorts with coordinating top:
Students create a simple pair of pull on
shorts, with elastic waistband.
A coordinating top is created by
embellishing a purchased knit shirt.
Fit, fabric, basic garment construction
and embellishment are discussed.
Emphasis is on practical sewing
basics. Age: 5 & Up, Skill level:
Beginner, Time: 3 hours, Fee: $36
Students create a simple pair of pull on
shorts, with elastic waistband.
A coordinating top is created by
embellishing a purchased knit shirt.
Fit, fabric, basic garment construction
and embellishment are discussed.
Emphasis is on practical sewing
basics. Age: 5 & Up, Skill level:
Beginner, Time: 3 hours, Fee: $36
