Learning a new skill is challenging enough, and with the amount of available information nowadays, it can become overwhelming to decide what to master first. We have curated and built a course designed to build up your sewing skills one chapter at a time.
Six comprehensive beginner chapters of skill-building sewing tutorials and lectures.
Over 70 lessons and 10 hours of video tutorials. View details up close.
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Learn at your own pace and review as many times you want.
This course is perfect for the complete beginner or anyone looking to brush up their sewing skills.
Chapter 1 Objectives: Basic Hand Sewing Techniques
Supply Kit: Hand Sewing
Brief History of Hand Sewing
Exercise 1a: Pattern & Fabric Preparation
Threading the Needle
Backstitching
Basting
Running Stitch
Blind-Hem Stitch
Resources: Hand Sewing
Chapter Survey: Hand Stitching
Chapter Objectives: Know how to operate a basic sewing machine.
Supply Kit: Sewing Machine Basics
Brief History of Sewing Machines
Overview of Sewing Machine Parts
Bobbin Winding and Assembly
Sewing Machine Needles
Threading the Top Thread
Presser Foot, Feed Dogs, Stitch Plate & Foot Pedal
Sewing Machine Functions
Exercise 2a: Sewing Machine Control
Troubleshooting Sewing Machine Problems
Sewing Machine Care
Shopping for a Sewing Machine
Resources: Sewing Machine
Chapter Survey: Sewing Machine Basics
Chapter 3 Objectives: All About Fabric!
Supply Kit: Fabric Swatches
Fabric 101: What is Fabric?
Different Fabric Structures
Fabric Selection Questionnaire
Fabric Preparation & Care
Sewing Fabrics
Exercise 3a: Fabric Swatch Book
Resources: Fabric Anatomy
Chapter Survey: Fabric Anatomy
Chapter Objectives: Sew Seams with a Sewing Machine and Basic Seam Finishes.
Supply Kit: Seams & Seam Finishes
What is a Seam and a Seam Finish?
Exercise 4a: Pattern & Fabric Preparation
Sewing Machine Control: Inward & Outward Corner Seams
Sewing Machine Control: Concave & Convex Curved Seams
Basic Seam Finishes: Pinked, Straight Stitch & Zigzag Stitch
Seam Finishes: French Seams
Seam Finishes: Flat Felled Seams
Seam Finishes: Bound Seams
Resources: Seams & Seam Finishes
Chapter Survey: Seams & Seam Finishes
Chapter Objectives: Learn how to create a buttonhole, sew in a button and install a zipper
Supply Kit: Fastenings
Exercise 5a: Pattern & Fabric Preparation
Buttonholes
Sew-on Buttons with Sewing Machine
Easy Zipper
Resources: Fastenings
Chapter Survey: Fastenings
Enrolled BEGINNER SEWING COURSE students are eligible for an exclusive discount on Bernina, Bernette, or Brother sewing machines when purchasing from our store.*
We'll also provide you with valuable discount coupons to help build your sewing supply kit to get you started on the right track.
*Offer not applicable to Mini Course and Garment Sewing Class students.
As well as the course curriculum, we've included tips and advice on sewing books, tv shows, podcasts, and more.
With an on-demand virtual course, you can schedule your lessons at your most convenient time, anywhere! We'll even send you reminders weekly to help you progress.
Carla is clear. Sewing is a life skill that every woman and man should know. I highly recommend this class to anyone.
Carla is clear. Sewing is a life skill that every woman and man should know. I highly recommend this class to anyone.
Read LessVery informative.
Very informative.
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