Intro to Sewing class

Intro to Sewing Class
Course outline for Adult Introduction to sewing
Classes are ongoing. For latest class call us 519-344-7557 or email at alssewing110@gmail.com

OVERVIEW & PURPOSE  Four 2 hour adult classes to teach students how to:

• use their own sewing machine
• measure a person (or self)
• choose correct pattern size
• what fabric and notions are needed for the project
• choose correct needle for project 
• sew a pair of pants, or short, or skirt with an elastic waist

EDUCATION STANDARDS
Small class size; maximum of 5 students with 1 instructor 
OBJECTIVES

1. To understand the different types of needles and their uses
2. To be able to comfortably pick a sewing pattern in the correct size choose fabric and notions
3. To become comfortable using a sewing machine
4. Sew a pair of pants or shorts or skirt with an elastic waist from a commercial pattern

MATERIALS NEEDED (By student)

1.  Sewing Machine, a bobbin (and manual for that machine) and thread
2.  Scissors that will cut fabric, measuring tape (not metal), pins, pencil or pen
3. For second class- sewing pattern for elastic waist pants, shorts or skirt and waistband elastic, fabric with matching thread (wait to purchase these until after first class- instruction will be given during class on how to successfully do this)

HANDOUTS

1. Reading a measuring tape
2. Body Measurement chart
3. Needle type handout
4. Sample of back of pattern handout
5. Stitching practice sheets

  If you have any questions give us a call (519-344-7557)