Sewing Essentials

Class Preview

2:03

In-depth Instruction; over 136 mins
On-demand video access anytime
Bonus downloadable PDF resources
Access to class Q&A
Available for purchase: $34.99

Session 1: Getting Started

7:05

Session 2: Understanding Your Machine

16:29

Session 3: Needles & Thread Selection

10:24

Session 4: Fabric & Interfacing Guide

19:05

Session 5: Cut Like a Pro

17:43

Session 6: How to Sew

17:22

Session 7: Beginner Sewing Terminology

14:33

Session 8: Bring it All Together

32:41

8 Lessons

2 hrs 16 mins

Overview
Bonus Materials
FAQs

Sewing is a great skill to have, whether you want to simply sew a button back on a shirt or you want to construct original projects from start to finish. In this class Ashley Hough will take you through all of the essentials you need to know to get started.

She will start by going over all of the important components to know about you sewing machine, no matter what brand you have. You will also learn about the different needle and thread types available and what is best used on certain projects.

Ashley will go over many different types of fabrics and explain what kinds of fabric are easier for beginner sewers to use. You will also learn how to correctly and easily cut out pattern pieces using both scissors and a rotary cutting system.

Ashley will also go over some basic sewing terminology that can be found on many sewing patterns and instructions.

At the end you will also get to try out some of the new sewing skills you have learned by constructing an easy sewing tool pouch. Also included with this class are multiple downloadable assets including a needle guide, general supply list and step-by-step guide for constructing the sewing tool pouch.

Bonus materials available after purchase

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