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

  • 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 in 2 locations:

• The Sewing Station 401 West Pecan Street, Suite E Pflugerville, TX 78660

• 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

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.