8 Week 1-on-1 Master Class
A personalized, twice-weekly deep dive into all things sewing, from design to final stitch.
Service Description
What to Expect? Week 1: Foundations Sewing machine mastery: threading, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Essential stitches: straight stitch, zigzag, basting, and backstitch. Fabric basics: understanding types, grainlines, and proper cutting. Week 2: Patterns and Measurements How to read and follow sewing patterns (commercial or DIY). Taking accurate body measurements for custom fit. Preparing fabric: marking, pinning, and cutting. Week 3: Seams and Finishing Sewing different seam types (e.g., French, flat-felled, and overlocked). Finishing techniques: hemming, binding, and topstitching. Week 4: Project 1 – Simple Garment Start creating a basic garment. Emphasize fit adjustments and finishing touches. Week 5: Zippers, Buttons, and Closures Installing zippers (invisible and standard). Creating buttonholes and attaching buttons. Exploring additional closures like hooks and snaps. Week 6: Advanced Techniques Working with challenging fabrics (e.g., stretch or satin). Learning pleats, darts, and gathers for shaping. Introduction to lining and interfacing. Week 7: Project 2 – Advanced Garment Designing and creating a more complex piece Week 8: Finalizing and Showcasing Completing and finishing the advanced project. Discussing project planning and resources for independent sewing. Mini portfolio review and exit quiz!
