Unleash your inner sewist by learning the fundamentals of sewing and creating your very own zippered bag!
Whether you’re looking to fill your closet with made-to-measure, runway-worthy garments or clothes that fit your figure and your budget, these foundational sewing skills will help bring your wardrobe to the next level. At 6’2’’, Robyn Burgess struggled to find clothes that fit both her inseam and her bold style. Tired of never feeling comfortable in the clothes she owned and constantly contributing to the fast fashion industry, Robyn decided to start making her own clothes. What began as a side project has turned into an entire custom-made wardrobe and a sewing blog beloved by a community of other curious, fashion-forward creatives.
Now, with years of stylish pieces under her belt, she’s ready to teach you how to fill your closet with your own handmade clothes. Today, it’s your turn to learn sewing fundamentals like how to set up your sewing machine, the differences between common sewing stitches, and how to sew durable seams and clean hems—all while making a chic zippered pouch.
In this easy-to-follow class, Robyn will help you overcome common beginner challenges and become a confident sewist in no time!
Working alongside Robyn you'll:
- Prep your sewing machine like the prosÂ
- Learn basic sewing terms to set you up for success
- Sew secure seams and stitches
- Make expertly crafted hems and curved seams
- Combine everything you learned into a beautiful zippered pouch
Plus, Robyn reveals how you can make your very own customizable pattern with just paper, pen, and a ruler!
Whether you're an aspiring designer, thrifting enthusiast, or hand-sewer looking to level up, by the end of class you'll have a solid grasp on machine sewing fundamentals, and a cute bag to show for it. Armed with Robyn's sewing secret weapons, take the first step to sewing your own clothes like the pros!
In this class, Robyn uses a classic sewing machine equipped with sewing thread, a sewing needle, and a bobbin. You’ll also need fabric, paper, a pen, a ruler, paper scissors, fabric scissors, an iron, and a zipper. To continue your sewing journey, explore Robyn's Learning Path Sew Custom Clothing from Scratch.
