Basic Sewing Course Outline- January and February Lessons will be combined due to January cancellation.
January
Lesson One: Introduction to Sewing Machines
- A. Sewing Machine Overview
- Introduction to all components
- Threading the machine
- B. Machine Accessories
- Bobbins and bobbin threading
- Different types of needles, their uses, and changing them
- Basic and specialty presser feet
- C. Sewing Supplies
- Hand Sewing essentials
- First Project: Getting acquainted with basic stitching
February
Lesson Two: Tools and Preparation
- A. Measuring & Marking Tools
- Essential tools: Transparent ruler, tape measure, seam gauge, fabric marking pencils, pins, and pin cushion
- B. Cutting Tools
- High-quality scissors, rotary blade, and seam ripper
- C. Pressing Tools & Specialty Products
- Cutting boards, point turner, glue stick, basic interfacing, and binding techniques
- Second Project: Utilizing measuring and cutting tools in a simple creation
March
Lesson Three: Understanding Fabrics
- Fabric Fundamentals
- Content, varieties, and preparation for sewing
- Third Project: Applying fabric knowledge in a practical sewing task
April
Lesson Four: Sewing Techniques
- A. Machine Component Recap
- B. Sewing a Seam & Seam Allowance
- C. Pinning Techniques
- D. Understanding Tension
- E. Specialty Stitches
- Fourth Project: Creating a piece that incorporates these techniques
May
Lesson Five: Quilting Basics
- A Beginner Quilt Pattern
- Introduction to quilting basics
- Project: Completing a simple quilt
June
Lesson Six: Introduction to Clothing Patterns
- Beginning Patterns (Clothing)
- Basic understanding and usage of clothing patterns
- Project: Creating a simple garment using a beginner pattern
Each lesson progressively builds on the skills learned in the previous sessions, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of sewing basics. This structure offers a mix of theoretical knowledge and practical application, making it ideal for beginners.Pricing structure:
$10 class fee.
Project fee is extra & will be added to the list of each lesson.
Project must be purchased from The Blue Bee time of lesson.
We require a commitment to the full six months. We understand life happens ar times & we request you reschedule a make-up lesson before next class.
We request that each student attend one in-shop after hours sew session to practice & allows Q/A time.
Reserve online or in shop. We prefer that all six sessions be paid at once * no refunds*. We only allow 5 participants per class.
Average project cost runs $20 to $50.
If you have questions, please feel free to contact me.
Deadline to sign up January 6
Classes- second Saturday of each month at 9am to 1030am.
Thank you
Stay Creative
Bethany
