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Intro to Sewing Course for Kids

Everything your child needs to feel confident on a sewing machine and ready to take on more projects.

This kids intro to sewing course is four, 2-hour classes covering all of the fundamentals that will introduce your child to the basics of sewing and build their sewing skills.

This is great for beginners who want an in-depth introduction to sewing and the confidence to take on more projects.

Recommended for kids age 7 - 12

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What You'll Learn

  • Common sewing terminology
  • Patterns and the information they contain
  • Basic operation, parts, and functionality of a sewing machine
  • Fabric grain lines and direction
  • Seam allowance
  • Straight stitching
  • Seam matching
  • Sewing circles using a free arm and alternate techniques for sewing cylinders
  • Introduced to interfacing
  • Pattern matching

Prerequisites

None!

This class is for the absolute beginner with no experience or someone who wants a refresher on the tools or techniques learned in this class.

Tools & Supplies

Here are the materials needed for each project plus other tools and supplies that you will need:
All Projects
  • Sewing machine - Please review the tools & supplies list carefully for any machine hardware requirements or contact us with any questions.
  • Sewing kit:
    • Pins or clips
    • Pin cushion (if you're using pins)
    • Scissors
    • Snips
    • Seam ripper
    • Fabric markers or chalk
    • Measuring tape
    • Ruler
    • Cutting mat
    • Rotary cutter
    • Extra sewing machine needles
    • Find links to these common sewing kit items in the shop.
  • All-purpose thread
Project 1 - Bookmark
  • Cotton fabric scraps for practice stitching (Can recycle old bed sheets, pillow covers or clothing)
  • Heavier weight fabric like canvas, duck cloth or something similar
  • 3" - 4" of ribbon for bookmark tab
Project 2 - Envelope Pillow
Project 3 - Drawstring Bag

Remember to pre-wash and dry your fabric before class.

Price

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Private Class

Instructor-led private sewing class scheduled at a time that is best for you.

Number of Students
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Public Class

To provide a personalized experience and accommodate busy schedules I primarily teach private sewing classes and this class does not currently have any public dates available, but you can request it as a private sewing class.
See registration details below.

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Discounts
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Private Classes/Lessons

Discounts are available when you sign-up multiple people for private classes or personalized lessons so get friends or family members together too. Select the number of students above to see the discounted price per person.

Online Sewing Classes

Not sure if online lessons are right for you?

I developed a unique online learning experience to make it as close as possible to being in person. I make the same project along with you and show you the actions from multiple cameras as I guide you step by step. Learn more or contact me to schedule a demo to show you what it's like.

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Duration

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8 hours
Four, 2-hour sessions

About the Instructor

Vanessa has been teaching children and adults for over 20 years. In addition to offering beginner to advanced sewing lessons she is an instructor in the Fashion Design Program at Austin Community College. Previously, Vanessa was an instructor at The Stitch Lab where she taught intro and specialty sewing classes, gave private lessons, hosted parties, and ran summer camps.

Vanessa is a full-time designer and seamstress working with clients on a wide variety of custom sewing and product development projects for fashion, wearable tech, decor, accessories and soft goods that keep her current with the latest sewing trends and technologies. She is also a machine service technician and has detailed knowledge of a wide range of sewing machines that enables her to personalize sewing lessons for the types of machines students are using.

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Most of my sewing classes are taught as private classes, one on one or in groups, that are scheduled when you want.

This class does not currently have any public dates available but you can request it as a private sewing class.

Before confirming private lessons with new students I first schedule a 15-min, no-cost introduction video call to introduce myself, learn more about your sewing goals, answer any questions you have, and demonstrate what the learning experience is like in my virtual lessons. This way you can get to know me too and make sure the experience is right for you or your child before committing to lessons.

Please complete the form below to schedule the call.