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Sew Your First Pattern

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Join us for "Sew Your First Pattern," a class designed specifically for beginners ready to approach the world of sewing! Whether you're looking to make your very first garment or enhance your basic sewing skills, this course offers the perfect opportunity. Under the expert guidance of our instructors, you will confidently tackle beginner-friendly patterns and learn essential sewing techniques.

We welcome past participants to join the Sew Your First Pattern course again to continue their sewing journey - work on one of our suggested patterns or bring a pattern of your choosing. 

Class Dates
NEW DATES
Wednesdays Oct 23rd - Nov 27th (6 weeks) 5:30pm - 8:00pm 

Course Outline:

Preparation: Choose from our selection of fantastic beginner patterns. Everything will be ready for you at the store. You can purchase your fabric prior to attending the first class OR purchase during your first class.

Part 1: Measure your body and consult with the instructor and size chart for the pattern. Review and complete the steps to prepare your sewing pattern and fabric pieces. Review and complete preparation of the sewing machine and using the foundational sew stitches. 

Part 2: Sew your pattern under supervision of our expert instructors, follow along with the instructions and take careful notes of the amazing tips and tricks from the experts. Adjust your pattern as you go to ensure you are getting the look and fit that you want. 

You should already know how to:
  • Trace your pattern
  • Thread a sewing machine with some help
  • Use basic stitches like straight stitch and zig-zag stitch
You will learn:
  • The step-by-step process of creating a simple wearable item/garment 
  • Applying those essential garment-making techniques (as taught in Garment Basics and Intro to Machine Sewing).
Included with your course fees:
  • The pattern of your choice (choose from our offered patterns)
  • A free pre-class consultation answering your questions about the pattern and fabric 
  • An exclusive 15% discount on the fabric and supplies purchased for the course from Main Fabric.  

Special Note - Although we encourage attendance for every session over the 6-week course we understand that scheduling conflicts arise. If you are to miss a session, you will be able to consult with the instructor by email to see if anything important was missed and they will make sure to catch you up in the next class. Studio time is available to students outside of your class time. 

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    Location: 5 King St W, Dundas ON

    Duration: 15 hours (split over 6 weeks)

    Instructor: Erin

    What to Bring: Materials required vary based on pattern choice. Details will follow.

    Sewing Level: Any