Introduction to sewing, including the use of a sewing machine and serger, fabric and pattern selection, pattern layout, cutting, and construction methods. Students will make a wine bag or a tote bag first, then construct elastic waisted shorts or pants using a pattern. If time permits students will be exposed to clothing alterations, sewing home projects and unique gifts. The student will learn how to safely operate a sewing machine and a serger. The student will learn how to use sewing notions including an iron. The student will construct a simple unlined tote bag. The student will learn how to read the back of pattern envelope, the guide sheet instructions, and buy fabric to complete elastic waisted pants.
Introduction to sewing, including the use of a sewing machine and serger, fabric and pattern selection, pattern layout, cutting, and construction methods. Students will make a wine bag or a tote bag first, then construct elastic waisted shorts or pants using a pattern. If time permits students will be exposed to clothing alterations, sewing home projects and unique gifts. The student will learn how to safely operate a sewing machine and a serger. The student will learn how to use sewing notions including an iron. The student will construct a simple unlined tote bag. The student will learn how to read the back of pattern envelope, the guide sheet instructions, and buy fabric to complete elastic waisted pants.
