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Learn to Sew: Simple Bags

via Craftsy

Overview

Description Develop essential skills as you create exciting projects, and start sewing with confidence! Instructor Nicole Vasbinder will teach how to sew for beginners, so your first steps into stitches are nothing but successful. During class, you’ll create two cute styles of bag: a timeless foldover tote with customizable pockets, and a tasteful zippered clutch. Both are approachable projects perfect for honing your new skills! Nicole will show you how to confidently work your machine, from threading to changing the bobbin, presser foot and needle. You’ll also get tips for fuss-free troubleshooting and learn how to sew accurate seams, backstitch and pivot. Plus, get comfortable working with or without a pattern, adding fusible interfacing and installing zippers with ease!

Syllabus

  • Class Preview
  • Machine Basics
  • Sewing Seams
  • Fabric Basics & Cutting
  • Foldover Tote, Part One
  • Foldover Tote, Part Two
  • Zippered Clutch: Preparing the Pieces
  • Zippered Clutch: Sewing & Finishing

Taught by

Nicole Vasbinder

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