​Learn to love and/or trouble shoot your sewing machine through this very basic sewing machine class. You will learn how to thread your machine, wind the bobbin, adjust the tension, learn the functions and how to operate your machine safely. Upon completion of this class, you will have the knowledge and confidence using your sewing machine to start on your first sewing project. 

Be sure your machine is in good working condition for this class! 

Make an apron, pajama pants or fashion vest by joining a beginner’s sewing class after completing this class.

 

Supply List:

Your machine, cord, foot pedal, manual, all accessories

small fabric scissors/clippers,

size 12 basic needle,

1 small spool of “All Purpose” white thread.

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Click on the Call Now button to register for the class. 

Have you ever wanted a mannequin in YOUR body shape? Now you can without paying hundreds of dollars!  Join this class creating a mannequin just your size and shape with a t-shirt, Duck tape, plastic wrap and stuffing. Bring a friend to pair up with and let’s get started.

 

Supplies:

• Form fitted t-shirt (it will be cut)

• 2-3 rolls of Duck tape

• Plastic wrap

• Scissors (not your fabric scissors!)

• Cardboard (big enough for your body circumference)

• Black marker

• 2 Old pillows or a couple bags of stuffing

 

Click on the Call Now button to register for the class. 

This is an open sewing class allowing you freedom to work on a project of your choice (approved by instructor according your sewing skills). You will be guided thru the entire process of your project at your own pace by learning to read & understand patterns, make pattern adjustments, measuring and fitting the body, cutting & sewing techniques, utilizing sewing tools, time saving tips and tricks to sewing and most of all having fun. Join in on the class any time.  To register for a class, hit the Call button or Email: LoriKayeSewing@gmail.com

 

Supply List:

Basic tools (see picture at bottom of page) and supplies to get started: (additional supplies may be needed according to project)

• Pattern

• Fabric/s (interfacing if needed)

• Thread to match fabric

• Fabric marking pencil or pen

• Fabric Tracing paper

• Fabric scissors (spring loaded is best with 4” blades)

• Small scissors (a.k.a. clippers or snippers)

• Seam ripper

• Size 12 & 14 (universal sewing machine needles)

• Pin cushion

• Box of quilting pins (longer, sharper & has yellow balls)

• Measuring Tape Extra bobbins for their sewing machine

• 6” Sewing/hemming gauge

18”x2”see-through flexible drafting ruler or quilting ruler (about $6)

• Your sewing machine, foot pedal & cord, manual and all its parts.

 

Join our sewing Group on FB: “It’s All About Sewing”

All 5th Saturday workshops are free.  This is a fun time to build camaraderie with other sewing enthusiasts while creating a new garment for the season. 

For March 30th we will be working on a Spring dress pattern # (check back with us next week for pattern)

 

To register for a class, hit the Call button or Email: LoriKayeSewing@gmail.com

 

Supply List:

Basic tools (see picture at bottom of page) and supplies to get started: (additional supplies may be needed according to project)

• Pattern

• Fabric/s (interfacing if needed)

• Thread to match fabric

• Fabric marking pencil or pen

• Tracing paper

• Fabric scissors 

• Small scissors (a.k.a. clippers or snippers)

• Seam ripper

•  machine needles for fabric

• Pin cushion

• Box of quilting pins 

• Measuring Tape

• 6” Sewing/hemming gauge

18”x2” flexible ruler

• Your sewing machine, foot pedal & cord, manual and all its parts.

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Bring a friend, closed drink container, snack and let's get started!

 

Join our sewing Group on FB: “It’s All About Sewing”

Learn sewing vocabulary and techniques as you create a pull on skirt with your choice of three different lengths. You will learn how to read pattern instructions and what the symbols mean. You will gain an understanding of fabric layouts with a lot of tips and tricks to cutting, pinning, ironing and sewing techniques to build your sewing skills. Gain the confidence to create skirts for any occasion or holiday that any sewist would be proud to wear! Important: bring your machine, make sure it is in good working condition and you are confident in threading your machine and loading the bobbin. 

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Supply List:

Your machine, cord, foot pedal, manual, and bobbin.

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Note: Choose pattern size according to your hip measurement, NOT your size.

Pattern: Simplicity 8650

 

NOTE: NO knit, plaid, stripes or one-way design fabric! Woven fabrics only. Purchase amount of fabric according to your HIP measurement size located on back of pattern. Launder fabric before class.

1” wide elastic

Matching thread

#80/12 universal sewing machine needle

 6” hemming ruler

 18” clear drafting ruler

 Seam ripper

 Fabric scissors

 Clippers

 Pins

 Botkin (used to pull elastic thru casing)

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Click on the Call Now button to register for the class. 

 Sewing on zippers is a quick application any beginning sewer needs to know. Did you know there are many different ways to insert a zipper? In this class you will learn three basic ways to insert a zipper, different types of zippers and when to use them.   Bring your machine and make sure it is in good working condition and you are confident in threading your machine and loading the bobbin.

 

Supplies:

bring your sewing machine, foot petal, manual and all its parts,

purchase the special invisible zipper foot to fit your machine,

two 7” zippers,

one 12” separating zipper (any color),

one 12” invisible zipper,

fabric scissors,

size 14 needle,

2 different colored threads,

1/2 yard of 36” muslin,

6” sewing gauge ruler,

18” quilting ruler,

colored marking pencil or pen

pins

​Learn to love and/or trouble shoot your sewing machine through this very basic sewing machine class. You will learn how to thread your machine, wind the bobbin, adjust the tension, learn the functions and how to operate your machine safely. Upon completion of this class, you will have the knowledge and confidence using your sewing machine to start on your first sewing project. 

Be sure your machine is in good working condition for this class! 

Make an apron, pajama pants or fashion vest by joining a beginner’s sewing class after completing this class.

 

Supply List:

Your machine, cord, foot pedal, manual, all accessories

small fabric scissors/clippers,

size 12 basic needle,

1 small spool of “All Purpose” white thread.

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Click on the Register Here button to be redirected to NEISD's website to register for the class. 

Learn sewing techniques and vocabulary as you create a simple pillowcase apron. You will learn how to make a cute apron using a pillowcase and gain the understanding of simple fabric design layouts with tips and tricks to measuring, marking, pinning and basic sewing skills. With your new-found sewing confidence, you will be able to create quick and easy personalized apron gifts for any occasion or holiday that will be treasured by the receiver! Important: bring your machine, make sure it is in good working condition and you are confident in threading your machine and loading the bobbin.

 

Supply List:

Your machine, cord, foot pedal, manual, all accessories

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Any cotton/polyester standard size pillow case.

1 1/2yrds of 1”-2” wide ribbon (used for ties)

1 spool of matching thread

12 universal sewing machine needle

18” clear drafting ruler

Seam ripper

Fabric scissors

Clippers

Pins

Fabric marking pen

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Click on the Register Here button to be redirected to NEISD's website to register for the class. 

Do you spend a lot of money on alterations hemming jeans and pants? Learn how to save those really cool jean hems with a special technique the dry cleaners don’t know about! You will follow a step-by-step guide to learn the special technique on how to shorten your jeans and keep the original hem. Learn how to fit and mark the hem quickly with shortcuts to hemming the jeans in 30 minutes.  This class will pay for itself on your next alteration bill.  Bring a pair jeans to be shortened or old pair to practice with. Bring your machine and make sure it is in good working condition and you are confident in threading your machine and loading the bobbin. 

 

Supplies:

your sewing machine, foot pedal and all its parts

pair of jeans

fabric scissors

package of jean needles

matching thread

6" sewing gauge ruler

Pins

2 medium safety pins

Point turner/button gauge

‘All purpose’ zipper foot (purchase from fabric store or amazon)

In this three-hour class you will learn how to measure for a pillow cover, lay out fabric, pin, mark fabric, cut and sew together a pillow cover.   Discover the many tips and tricks to help you in your sewing adventure. Bring a square pillow you would like to cover, or a pillow form (16” or smaller). Bring your machine and make sure it is in good working condition! Press the Call Now button to register for this class. 

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Supplies:

bring your sewing machine, foot petal, manual and all its parts

fabric scissors

size 12 needle

1 yd of Fabric

matching thread

pillow form (16” or less)

6” sewing gauge ruler

18” quilting ruler

Fabric marking pencil or pen

pins

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Click on the Call Now button to register for the class. 

​Learn to love and/or trouble shoot your sewing machine through this very basic sewing machine class. You will learn how to thread your machine, wind the bobbin, adjust the tension, learn the functions and how to operate your machine safely. Upon completion of this class, you will have the knowledge and confidence using your sewing machine to start on your first sewing project. 

Be sure your machine is in good working condition for this class! 

Make an apron, pajama pants or fashion vest by joining a beginner’s sewing class after completing this class.

 

Supply List:

Your machine, cord, foot pedal, manual, all accessories

small fabric scissors/clippers,

size 12 basic needle,

1 small spool of “All Purpose” white thread.

​

Click on the Register Here button to be redirected to NEISD's website to register for the class. 

Have you ever wanted a mannequin in YOUR body shape? Now you can without paying hundreds of dollars! Join this class in creating a mannequin just your size and shape with a t-shirt, Duck® tape, plastic wrap and stuffing. Bring a friend to pair up with and let’s get started.

 

Supply List:

Form fitted t-shirt (it will be cut)

1-2 rolls of Duck tape

Plastic wrap

Scissors (not your fabric scissors!)

Cardboard (big enough for your body circumference)

Black marker

2 Old pillow or a couple bags of stuffing

​

Click on the Call Now button to register for the class.

(Two 3-hour classes.)  Learn sewing techniques and vocabulary as you create adult or child pajama pants. You will learn how to read pattern instructions and what the symbols. You will attain an understanding of fabric layouts with tips and tricks to cutting, pinning, ironing, elastic application and sewing techniques. Gain the confidence to create personalized pajama gifts for yourself or family members that will be treasured by the receiver! *Bring your machine and make sure it is in good working condition and you are confident in threading your machine and loading the bobbin.

Supply list:

 Simplicity pattern #8022 (Decide on child or adult pant, then purchase the appropriate amount of COTTON or flannel fabric, see below.) Opt. pattern A8203 or A1048, A9871, A1494, A2116

NOTE: NO fleece, plaid, crosswise striped or one-way design fabric!

    Child/Teen sizes (hip measurement 24”-30”):

              45” fabric—2 ½ yds

              60” fabric—1 ½ yds

      1” non-roll elastic—waist measurement

 

    Teen/Adult sizes (hip measurement 31”- 49”):

              45” or 60” fabric—3 yds

       1” non-roll elastic—waist measurement

 

Matching thread, #80/12 universal sewing machine needle, 6” hemming ruler, 18” clear drafting ruler, Seam ripper, Fabric scissors, Clippers, Pins, Botkin, Sewing machine with all its parts, manual, and bobbin.

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Click on the Call Now button to register for the class.