This class is perfect for beginners and primarily focuses on sewing with woven fabric. We’ll go over different types of fabrics and needles as well as other tools and tips that will make your life easier. We’ll cover types of stitches and the machines that make them. We’ll also talk about techniques that will really make your items go from homemade to handmade.

We’ll cover how to use a rotary cutter and mat too so you can see how quickly items can get cut out. We’ll cover the basics of sewing so you find success quickly and enjoy the process. I’ll take the guesswork out for you!

This class will set the foundation for you to GROW your sewing skills. The class project will be a standard pillowcase and if you want a bigger challenge, I’ll show you a second “magic” pillowcase with the seams enclosed.

Key skills taught in this class include:

Types of woven fabrics
Identifying grain, selvedge, and direction of designs on fabric
Types of needles
Machines and types of stitches they produce
How to use a rotary cutter and mat
Tools and techniques that will make your sewing look professional

Margie Craighead

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