Ready to pick up that needle and thread for the first time? Or finally take that sewing machine you bought out of the box and put it to good use? With Sewing 101 we are going back to the basics, starting from scratch, and taking you step by step through all the essentials to make learning to sew a fun and inspiring experience.Sewing 101 is perfect for complete beginners & people who have sewn in the past but need a refresher, where they will learn how to competently use a sewing machine and complete a skirt from a commercial pattern!During this course you will learn:all of the necessary sewing terminology & equipmenthow to read a commercial patternhow to choose the right fabric for a garment, either a skirt or drawstring pants (for the men)how to make bags with professional closureshow to set in a zipper and waistbandhave to identify fabric grain linesover 6 different types of stitches & seam finishes you can complete using a sewing machine!PROJECTS: drawstring bag, zippered pouch, skirt or drawstring pants from a commercial patternFABRIC AND SUPPLIES: To be provided by student (sewing kits lists will be provided the first day of class). No need to bring supplies on the first day.
Overview
Taught by
The New York Sewing Center
