This one-day class is ideal for less experienced sewists who want to learn the fundamentals of machine sewing through a simple project—completed in one day! Students will work on our studio sewing machines, so you don’t need to bring anything. The $90 class fee covers instruction plus use of our tools, fabrics, and supplies. Class size is limited to 8 students.
Morning (10:00am–12:30pm)—Check machine performance; practice seams; begin constructing a sewing tool organizer/apron
You will learn: The basic parts of a sewing machine, including how to select needle, thread, and feet; winding bobbins; threading the machine; and making basic adjustments to stitch length, style, and tension. You will then begin construction of a tool organizer/apron from pre-cut materials.
12:30–1:00pm—Lunch on your own.
Afternoon (1:00pm–4:00pm)—Sewing tool organizer/apron
Continue to develop your sewing skills through the construction of tool organizer/apron. You will learn seam finishing techniques, adjusting for heavier fabric and multiple layers, marking techniques, and how to interfacing/stabilizer.
INSTRUCTOR:
Brittany Triggs is an attorney and accomplished sewist who enjoys sharing her skills with new machine sewing students.
SUSTAINABILITY:
Stitch Buffalo is committed to fostering sustainability practices and reducing waste in the textile industry. In this workshop, we will strive to minimize waste and work as much as possible with supplies that have been rescued for reuse.
INCLUSION & ACCESSIBILITY:
Please contact us if you require any accommodations to make your visit safe and comfortable.
CANCELLATION POLICY:
Due to the nature of this class and the preparation required, class fees are non-refundable.
For each class, Stitch Buffalo offers one seat at half-price to a student or community member who otherwise could not afford to attend. To inquire about availability, please e-mail us. We have waiting lists for many classes, so if you register for this discounted class, please consider it a commitment to attend.