BADGE – Sewing

Create a simple canvas drawstring tote/backpack and learn how to use a domestic sewing machine. In this introductory workshop, learn to use standard sewing machines, our Juki industrial sewing machine, and our Singer industrial walking foot sewing machine.

What you’ll learn:

• Basic of fabrics
• How to identify machine components
• Thread needles
• Adjust stitch settings
• Change or replace bobbins
• Apply relevant terminology
• Troubleshoot stitch issues
• Gather simple ideas for new sewing projects

Please note:

• This certification overviews sewing machine usage and basic principles for working with fabrics.
• Note that this class does NOT cover the Serger machines; it is a separate class.
• Students 16 years of age and up can be unaccompanied; ages 12-15 must have a guardian also enrolled in the class.  Minors must have parental permission and a signed waiver (ask us).

About the Instructor:

Rosanna Dill has a degree in Architecture and a Certificate in Fashion Design. She has also worked as a motion picture costumer and an IT project manager and has been sewing for 50 years.