Sewing 101: Introduction to Sewing

Learn to Sew: SEWING 101 FOR ADULTS. Beginning JANUARY 2020LEARN TO SEW: BEGINNER SEWING SERIES FOR ADULTS This 3-week series, of 3 hour classes, is focused on developing a solid foundation of skills for independent and confident sewing. Students will learn how to operate a sewing machine and a serger, develop basic & practical skills, and go beyond the basics by making technique-rich projects! Students will also learn about fabric and a variety of tips & tricks to make sewing fun and successful! Each class will end with a finished project: Week 1 - a drawstring bag, Week 2 - a pair of leggings and Week 3 - a Knit Top.  BEGINNER SEWING SERIES FOR ADULTS is a 3-part series. Each class is 3 hours long.  This series will allow new attendees to jump in on any Saturday to begin their 3 weeks!  Classes are limited to 10 atendees per class. DATES & TIMES: * Saturdays * January 25, 2020 thru December 19, 2020 *  12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. AGE GROUP: Adults (Teens 15 and older are welcome to register) SKILL LEVEL: New to Sewing, Beginner FEE: $60 for each class you take. Mix them and match them! FABRIC REQUIREMENTS: Purchase a Materials Kit Pre-Selected for you, bring your own fabric (see details below), or shop at DETROIT Fabric Company! Sewing machines, Sergers, tools, and thread for your project are also required. We have a limited number of machines that can be borrowed, CONTACT BENSON to inquire about availability. CLASS LOCATION: Detroit Fabric Company 4381, Cwentral Ave. Detroit MI 48210 _A minimum of 3 students is required for this class. Registration will close at 6pm the day before the series is to begin. _CONTACT BENSON_ to inquire about availability for a drop in class which costs $25 per hour_ _*Each class will require a half yard of woven fabric with a draw string, 2.5 yards of knit jersey or similar, yard of elastic_ _(Booked Classes will be refunded - 30% cancelation fee only in cases of an Emergency)_