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Sewing for Pre-Teen and Teen Beginners

Completed by 1 learner
Ages 12-15
Live Group Course
In this 8 week course, learners will be introduced to the basics of sewing using a sewing machine. Topics of discussion will include sewing equipment, patterns, stitch types and more. Learners will produce 1 sewing project, a pillow.
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:
(1 reviews)

Live video meetings
1x per week, 8 weeks
3-7 learners per class
45 min

What's included

8 live meetings
6 in-class hours
Homework
1 hour per week. Optional opportunities for learners will be provided for students to practice sewing while not in class.

Class Experience

Beginner Level
My teaching style is very much learn the basics and then give it a try! I believe experience is an excellent teacher, and since sewing is a very tactile skill it works best to get working with materials right away. Please note student will need to have access to a sewing machine and basic sewing supplies, as well as fabric and notions for their pillow project.

Learning Goals

Stduents will learn all about the basics of using a sewing machine. this course will give them confidence to try out other beginner projects. They will learn about fabric types and how to read a pattern.

Syllabus

8 Lessons
over 8 Weeks
Lesson 1:
Introduction to Sewing Machines
 Introduction to sewing machines and fabrics, such as woven vs knit. We will learn about important parts of sewing machines and how to thread them. 

We will introduce the sewing project for the class, a pillow. We will dicuss needed project notions. Learners should have their supplies for testing stitches by week 3, and project supplies by week 4. 
45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Preparing to Sew
 We will practice threading our machines in this lesson. Then, we will learn all about preparing fabric to sew. Learners will know what they should do to make sure their fabric will be ready by week 4. 
45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Types of Stitches
 We will discuss types of stitches such as straight and zig-zag stithces, thread our machines and test out a few stitches. There will be plenty of time to troubleshoot machine questions, as threading the bobbin and spool can be challenging the first couple times. 
45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
All About Patterns
 In this session we will discuss patterns and how to determine the right size for a pattern. We will learn all about how to read a pattern and make sure we are cutting in the right position. 


We will cut out the pattern and fabric for our pillow project. 
45 mins online live lesson

Other Details

Parental Guidance
Handling sewing machinery, scissors, needles, etc.
Supply List
Sewing machine, thread, fabric scissors, scrap fabric to practice stitches, fabric for pillow project, ability to print provided pattern for pillow project.
Language of Instruction
English
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
Reader's Digest New Complete Guide to Sewing: Step by Step Techniques for Making Clothes and Home Accessories, YouTube videos sourced by the teacher for instructional purposes such as showing how fabric is made and how sewing machines operate

Meet the teacher

Joined April, 2024
5.0
1reviews
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree from Brigham Young University Idaho
I am a full time fashion designer with a degree in Family and Consumer Science: Apparel Entrepreneurship

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