Basic Sewing 101 (Part 1 & 2)

Basic Sewing 101 Class Description: Do you have a sewing machine and need the fundamentals of sewing?  Well, you are in the right place!  In this class, you will learn the following: Part 1 – Review your manual to your machine – what to look for Familiarize yourself with the basic parts & features of a sewing machine Set up & threading – what type of thread to use & why Top tension & bobbin basics (how to spin a bobbin; how to load the bobbin; what types to purchase for your machine and how to store your bobbins) Needle education – why do we use different types Straight stitch, zig zag and others found on your machine to practice Part 2 – Review & understand patterns, measurements, how many yards to purchase per product, how to cut & lay out patterns, & read sewing instructions Select a Sewing Project to be sewn on Basic Sewing 101-Part2: Easy Project - a Pin Cushion Medium Project - Quilted Coasters or Wine Glass (Stem Wear) Coasters Hard Project - a Dog Chew Toy Date & Time: See options; Duration will be a total of Four (4) hours; classes are broken down to 2-hour Classes (includes a small break); two consecutive classes scheduled at your own pace & calendar Class Size: 8 Location: In person classes at Magnolia of Georgetown (Clubhouse) 3001 Northeast Inner Loop, Georgetown, TX 78626 Class Cost: $75 each class Prerequisite: N/A Specific Material List:  Sewing Machine (including any tools that come with your machine) Sewing Machine Manual (if you do not have a printed-out copy, please be prepared to bring a downloaded version) Thread Bobbins for your Machine (note: always check the package of bobbins when purchasing to ensure that your sewing machine model appears for usage) Universal Pressor Foot (usually it’s included with your sewing machine when purchased) Machine Needles per your machine (note: always check the package of needles when purchasing to ensure that your sewing machine model appears for usage) Sewing Machine Toolbox – (Note: Supply Kits are available at The Sewing Station Learning Center Online Boutique): Hand Stitch Needles Scissors for cutting fabric Snippers for cutting threads Seam ripper Tape measure and/or ruler Straight Pins (25) Fabrics - For Part 1: Any scrap fabric will do to stitch out samples For Part 2: Student Brings 1 Fat Quarter of Fabric Hard - Dog Chew Toy Medium - Quilted Coasters or Wine Glass (Stem Wear) Coasters Easy - Pin Cushion  NOTE: THERE ARE NO RETURNS FOR THIS PRODUCT! However, we are happy to reschedule or provide you with credit on future products in our boutique.  Contact us direct for questions/concerns.