Please see my 2 course descriptions below ( please contact me regarding costs);
Beginner Seamstress:
Course duration: Two hours once a week for six weeks (12 hours)
Fabric, supplies and use of sewing machine included.
In this one-on-one class, you will learn:
Sewing-machine basics
Tools and terminology
How to prepare, mark, and cut fabric
• How to read a commercial pattern
• How to sew a garment that fits
Projects: Bag or A-line Skirt
Week one • Learning your sewing machine • Different fabric and supplies • Measuring yourself • Choosing patterns
Week two • Reading a pattern • Aligning pattern pieces • Marking and cutting your fabric
Week three • Interfacing • Darts • Zippers ( Tote bag: lining and interfacing)
Week four • Waistbands • Hems (Tote bag: Straps and pockets)
Week five • Garment fitting (Tote bag: Add extra details)
Week six • Finish project
Your Own Project :
Course duration: Two hours once a week for four weeks (8 hours)
Prerequisite: Basic sewing skills
Fabric and Supplies: To be purchased by student
In this one-on-one class, you will learn:
• How to copy and trace existing garments
• How to adjust the pattern
• How to sew a garment that fits (Made- to- Measure)
Projects
• Of your choice
Week one • Tracing the garment • Seam allowances
Week two • Adjusting the pattern • Cutting and sewing
Week three • Sewing of garment • Adjustments
Week four • Finishing garment
