Sewing for Beginners I - Learn All the Basics to Get You Started Creating!
This 6-week hands-on class, will give learners all the tools they need to get started sewing by hand and sewing on a sewing machine.
Phyllis Prestamo
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(50)
What's included
6 live meetings
5 hrs 30 mins in-class hoursHomework
1 hour per week. Minimal homework which includes practicing what is learned and completion of projects.Class Experience
Students can start to enjoy a wonderful form of self-expression by learning the basics of sewing and creating two simple projects. In this 6-week class, we will learn about everything we need to know to get started sewing by hand and sewing on a sewing machine. This is a hands-on class that will require some tools including a simple sewing machine (week 4) and some basic sewing supplies. I will sew along with students demonstrating with close-up images, practicing, and creating a hand-stitched fabric bookmark and a machine stitched reusable snack bag. No prior knowledge is required, but adult supervision is required for some tasks. Please be advised that students will be using sharp objects, pins and needles and will need to press seams with an iron. Week 1 – Tools of the trade/Your beginning sewing kit • Pins and needles • Measuring tools • Cutting tools • Pressing tools • Basic Sewing Machine Week 2 – Fabric • Types of Fabric • Warp and Weft and other parts of a piece of fabric • Yardage and how it is measured • Using a pattern • Measuring correctly/practice Week 3 – Hand Sewing • Threading the needle • Securing the thread • 5 Hand stitches and French Knot • Hand-stitched bookmark Week 4 – Anatomy of a Sewing Machine • Basic parts of all machines- Sewing machines have feet?? • Machine Needles • Threading the machine • Filling and loading a bobbin • Getting the tension right Week 5 – Getting Started • Straight Stitch and zigzag stitch • Importance of backstitch • Sewing and pressing a seam • Turning a corner • Tips for success Week 6 – Machine project/Reusable snack bag • Cutting the pieces • Step by step guide to sewing the bag • Attaching a Velcro fastener • Sharing the finished products • Reviewing what we have learned
Learning Goals
Students will learn the basic hand-sewing and machine stitches needed to turn cuts of fabric into decorative and useful items.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Students will be using a sewing machine, scissors, pins, needles and have access to an iron. 8 and 9 year old students may need parental assistance.
Supply List
A one-page handout will be available prior to class which will include basic sewing supplies and a basic sewing machine. Weekly handouts and worksheets can be saved or printed for each lesson.
2 files available upon enrollment
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Phyllis Prestamo
Joined September, 2020
5.0
50reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
New Jersey Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Mrs. P is a certified elementary school teacher with over 30 years experience working with students. She has been creating and sewing since she was 8 years old and uses a experiential, hands-on approach to teaching.Reviews
Live Group Class
$15
weekly or $90 for 6 classes1x per week, 6 weeks
55 min
Completed by 114 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-12
3-6 learners per class
