Date: Wednesdays, January 8 – 29, 2025
Time: 6:30 – 8:30 PM
This class meets weekly for 4 weeks
Instructor: Jill Valavanis
Location: Room 201, Fiber Arts Studio
Ages: Adult
Skill Level: Beginning
Registration Fee: $150
Materials Fee: $10
About the class
Learn the basics of machine sewing during this four-session class especially for beginners. Everyone will design and sew their own reversible tote bag. Bring your own sewing machine or use one from our studio. All materials are provided.
Week 1: Learn about the machine – what everything is called and how it works. Then jump right in and practice sewing straight and curved lines.
Week 2: Become more familiar with threading your machine, winding the bobbin, and changing stitches. Learn about interfacing and how to use a pattern. Begin designing your tote bag by choosing fabric for the interior, exterior, and handles.
Week 3: Start cutting and sewing your project. Learn about pinning, seam allowances, pressing seams, and clipping corners.
Week 4: Complete your bag by assembling the parts and adding a row of topstitching. You’ll be proud of all you’ve learned and have the confidence to begin sewing clothes, home decor, quilts, toys, and more!
Are you an SCC Member? All Memberships(Excluding the $50/year tier) receive 10% off any purchase above $40. You should have received your discount code in your membership confirmation email.
If you have any questions regarding the use of your code, you can contact Sean Baskin at sean@sonomacommunitycenter.org or call the office at (707)938-4626.
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The Sonoma Community Center is committed to creating an accessible learning environment. If you require any special considerations(medical, physical, learning) please share them with Sean Baskin, Program Associate, by emailing him at sean@sonomacommunitycenter.org so that he can forward them to the relevant Program Director and Instructor.
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