Dive into the world of industrial sewing! In this hands-on course, you'll create a simple, durable heavy canvas and leather ditty bag while gaining an overview of Industrial Sewing. You’ll learn on various industrial sewing machines: we have a Juki, Singer walking foot, and SailRite.
Dive into the world of industrial sewing! Learn to thread and use Make’s industrial sewing machines to sew with speed and work on thicker textiles. Get a feel for what these machines can do. Also learn to use our grommet and snap setting press. Bring a project or just practice on our scraps.
Learn essential skills such as threading, adjusting thread tension, machine maintenance, and safety practices. Explore the specifics of heavy-duty and industrial needles, gaining the knowledge needed to select and change them appropriately for different projects. You’ll also learn our industrial punch and grommet machine. Whether you’re looking to enhance your sewing expertise or start a new hobby, this class will equip you with invaluable skills for any heavy-duty sewing endeavor.
What You Will Learn:
- Operation and maintenance of industrial sewing machines – we have 3 different types
- How to thread machines and correctly adjust thread tension
- Safety protocols for using industrial equipment
- Changing & winding bobbins
- Operation of punch & grommet machine
- Techniques for working with heavy canvas, industrial synthetics, and leather
- Understanding needle types, how & when to change them
Please Note:
- Prerequisite: MAKE Sewing Badge is REQUIRED
- Students aged 16 years and up can attend unaccompanied. Students aged 12-15 must have a guardian also enrolled in the class. Minors must have parental permission and a signed waiver (please ask us for details).
- Closed-toe shoes are required at MAKE and long hair must be tied back in shops
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