Beginner Sewing Class - Gift Ideas

Have you always wanted to learn how to sew but don't know where to start? This beginner-friendly class is designed for students with no sewing experience. Whether you want to sew on a button, fix a torn seam, or learn a new hobby, this class will help you build a strong foundation.

Participants will learn basic hand sewing techniques, sewing machine skills, and important safety practices while using common sewing tools. Along the way, students will develop patience, focus, hand-eye coordination, and fine motor skills. By the end of the class, each student will complete a beginner sewing project, such as a pillow and a wristlet or wallet, and gain the confidence to continue sewing on their own.

Join us to explore your creativity, learn a practical skill, and discover the fun of sewing.

This class is intended for true beginners with no prior sewing experience. Class sessions may end early depending on the pace and progress of participants.

Supplies to bring to each class:

• Basic sewing machine with manual (no computerized, no sergers)
• TWO size 10 or 12 universal/standard sewing machine needles
• ¾ - yd. Fabric color/print 43”-45” wide 100% cotton
• 1 yd. of fusible lightweight interfacing (20" wide or 40" to 45" wide, whichever is available)
• 16 oz. bag of poly-fil fiber fill stuffing
• L-square Ruler at least 24”x14” OR 18”x 24” Cutting Mat
• 12 - inches of ¾-inch no-roll elastic
• Fabric Scissors
• General/ All Purpose Scissors for paper
• Large Seam Ripper
• Sewing Seam Gauge
• Tape Measure 60”
• Curved Safety Pins Size-2
• 2 –Spools of General/All Purpose Thread 100% polyester
• Long Ball Head Straight Pins size 24
• Pin Cushion (magnetic or cloth)
• Disappearing Fabric Marking Pen or Fabric Marking Pencil or Tailor’s Chalk in contrasting color of fabric
• Decorations: bling, patches, broaches, beads, etc. (optional)

Please Note: Images shown are stock photos provided as examples of the projects. Completed student projects will be similar in concept but may vary in design and may differ from the examples.