So You Want to Sew? Seams, Seams, & More Seams (9-13)
A six week course giving a first-hand introduction to sewing seams using the sewing machine.
DeAnn Todd
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(48)
What's included
6 live meetings
4 hrs 30 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
Welcome to the world of Seams! Understanding seams will help you build upon the foundation of sewing. With this understanding, you will be able to move forward with creating different projects that have solid seams. In this multi-day series class, students will gain a basic understanding of seams. We will cover: *straight seams *gathered seams *eased seams *curved seams *angled seams *finishing raw edges Here is the class structure: -I will go over the topics covered and give examples of each. -Students can ask questions as needed. This class is designed for those who have some knowledge of machine-sewing. The goal is to gain a basic knowledge of seams. This means we will: 1. See examples of straight seams. 2. See examples gathered seams. 3. See examples of eased seams. 4. See examples of curved seams. 5. See examples of angled seams. 6. See examples of finishing raw edges. 7. Practice sewing these. If your child would like to expand his or her knowledge and experience of sewing, then you will need to book another class in the SO YOU WANT TO SEW series or a project class. Although I will not be using it for class, a helpful book of reference for use between classes is "Sewing Basics: All You Need to Know About Machine And Hand Sewing" by Sandra Bardwell. Notes: Please see the supply list.
Learning Goals
Students will:
- see examples of straight seams.
- see examples gathered seams.
- see examples of eased seams.
- see examples of curved seams.
- see examples of angled seams.
- see examples of finishing raw edges.
- practice sewing these.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Parental Guidance is due to the handling of sharp objects such as needles & scissors.
Supply List
- pencil and paper for notetaking - 2 scraps of fabric at least 12 inches by 12 inches (different ones for each class should we have to cut fabric during class) - thread - needle - scissors - measuring gauge **While a sewing machine is not required to take this class, access to a sewing machine is necessary if the learner would like to practice sewing on the machine.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined July, 2020
5.0
48reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Hi and Welcome!
I have 20+ years of experience in sewing.
I am passionate about teaching sewing because it is so much fun to see others get excited about making their ideas become a reality.
It's also a great creative and relaxing outlet, even therapeutic for some people.
Sewing is an excellent method for practicing & developing problem solving skills in a unique way.
Some of the types of classes I teach are:
** Hand sewing
** Sewing machine basics
** Personalized project sewing
** Sewing club
My passion for teaching sewing stems from wanting to pass on this life skill to the next generations in addition to providing them individually with creative outlets, basic independence skills, creative problem solving, and resourceful fun.
I created my own sewing business for weddings, alterations, custom work, costumes/cosplay, and furniture/cushion coverings, etc. (2015 - present).
I have the ability to create from patterns, mixing different patterns, and using my creativity & artistic ability when a pattern is not available.
Some of my background include:
-over 70 college credit hours inclusive of Engineering, English, Psychology, Child Development, and Business Management.
-homeschooling my 2 kids for junior high
-teaching preschool at my church for ages 3 to 4 with various subjects such as story-time, math, writing, creative learning/writing, and science
-volunteering at my church to teach drama and music for ages 5 to 12
-giving individual lessons for
*sewing and crafts (ages 6 - 13)
*drama/acting lessons (high school level)
*tutoring in Pre-Algebra and Algebra (junior high level)
Fun Fact about me: I am a twin!
Looking forward to seeing you in class! Happy Sewing!!
Reviews
Live Group Class
$150
for 6 classes1x per week, 6 weeks
45 min
Completed by 1 learner
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-13
1-3 learners per class
