Adult Sewing School Basics

Mrs. Courtenay
Threaded from Heaven, Sewing Studio (location map)
Monday, 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
03/02/20 - 03/23/20 (4 weeks)

Your First Step Into Sewing Starts Here

Ready to finally learn how to sew? This is where it begins.

Our Sewing School Basics class is designed for absolute beginners and anyone ready to build a strong foundation.

In just two sessions, you’ll go from learning your machine to completing your very first sewn project.

No guessing. No overwhelm. Just real skills, step-by-step.

 

What You’ll Learn

We focus on the fundamentals so you can sew with confidence:

  • How to use and understand your sewing machine
  • Sewing basics + stitch control
  • How to properly pin, cut, and prepare fabric
  • Introduction to reading and using a simple pattern
  • How to complete a project from start to finish

What’s Included

  • Project materials (pattern provided for class use)
  • Beginner workbook
  • Certificate of Completion
  • Hands-on, guided instruction

Your First Project

You’ll create a 14x14 pillow while learning:

  • How to follow a beginner-friendly pattern
  • Proper pinning and cutting techniques
  • Sewing straight seams with confidence
  • Turning and finishing your project

This is your introduction to sewing done the right way.

New to Sewing? Perfect.

Never used a sewing machine before? You’re exactly who this class is for.

We break everything down step-by-step so you feel comfortable, supported, and confident from day one.

 

Class Details

  • 2 Days | 2 Hours Each Day
  • Small group setting
  • Beginner-friendly

 

Ready for More?

Once you complete Sewing School Basics, continue your journey with our Skill Builder Classes and keep leveling up.

 

Supplies

Bring your own sewing machine or rent one during checkout.

Basic Supplies Needed:
Fabric shears, snips, seam ripper, measuring tools, pins, thread, and more.

Don’t have supplies?
Grab our Threaded From Heaven Sewing Starter Kitfor $75 and come fully prepared.

 

Spots are limited—enroll today and start sewing with confidence.

The Adult Sewing School is created to teach you individual techniques.

  • It is a series of (4) classes created to build your sewing knowledge.
  1. Sewing Machine Basics 1 1/2 hour Class
  2. Beginner Sewing - 2 hour class
  3. A lot about Seams & Darts - 2 hour class
  4. Zippers and Buttons - 2 1/2 hour class
  • These skills will later enable you to create an item with a professional finish because you will know how to create the seam or dart the pattern is calling for.  
  • Gaining confidence and a better understanding of Interfacing, Zippers, Buttons, and sew much more.  Sometimes these things can be the most difficult things to conquer when you are sewing a pair of pants, a skirt, jacket, pillows, even a simple napkin.
  •   Addressing sewing techniques allows you to focus on the construction of the item you will be sewing.  

In this class, you will create a reference book of examples, pincushion, samples of seams & darts, & cosmetic bag/pencil pouch.  Use this book as a reference when taking other sewing classes. Necessary supplies for classes are included in registration.

Cost:  $185.00 pp. (8 hours of sewing, learning & fun)

With Pre-requisite: Sewing Machine Basics, & Beginner Sewing enables you to sign up for additional sewing classes.

DROP-IN Classes:  If you would like to take only one class, or one class at a time, please go to Drop-In Class to sign up for an individual class. Drop in Classes do not include the Notebook, handouts may be included depending on the class. 

Cost: $50 pp. per class - supplies pertaining to the class included.