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Teen Class Details
Text Box: Sewing Lessons for Teens: REGISTER ONLINE NOW: SEWING CLASSES and CLUBS If the link above doesn’t work go to www.fellowscreations.com/shop2 and go to the Sewing Classes & Club section. Sorry, but some browsers just don’t seem to like this link… Basic Information: Who: for guys & gals ages 12-18 What: 1 week beginner sewing lessons Where: FCCG Workroom (our workroom) When: See calendar or schedule for Dates and Times Why: to learn to use a sewing machine and follow simple sewing patterns. How: by completing at least 4 simple sewing projects designed to teach various basic sewing skills. Also Note: All classes will be small (2-4 people). No sewing equipment is required—we supply the sewing machines and “tools” needed to complete the projects. The only thing needed is fabric/materials for the projects. A list of materials will be supplied. Some materials may also be available on our website. A sewing guide book will be included with the course. Cost: 10 Week Course $150 Taxes are INCLUDED in all prices. REGISTER ONLINE NOW: SEWING CLASSES and CLUBS If the link above doesn’t work go to www.fellowscreations.com/shop2 and go to the Sewing Classes & Clubs section. Sorry, but some browsers just don’t seem to like this link... Details: Here is a listing of what will be covered in the course: Tools & Equipment—what they are and how they are used Sewing Machine—the parts and what each one does; threading the machine; bobbing winding; maintenance; feet; tension; stitch length; forward & reverse; types of stitches Activity: play with machine—thread machine; adjust tension; adjust stitch length; try basic stitches; stitching in forward and reverse Fabrics—types of fabrics; needles & threads for types of fabrics Activity: selecting fabric based on project type—sorting through bins of fabric and selecting fabrics that would be good for specific projects; if using our materials for the project they will also select fabric for their projects Patterns—how to read patterns; pattern piece layout, pinning & cutting; transferring and marking; following pattern directions; finishing projects (turning, clipping seams, stitching closed) Activity: pin, mark and cut out pattern for 1st project; stitch sewing Project 1 (select 1 project from options listed) Zippers–zipper types; how to install a zipper using a zipper foot; 2 methods to attach a zipper Activity: pin, mark and cut out pattern for 2nd project; stitch sewing Project 2 (select 1 project from options listed) Patterns, part 2—how to take measurements and select a pattern size; how to make a simple pattern Simple clothing—how to make an elastic waist band; how to hem Activity: take measurements, make pattern, pin, mark and cut out pattern for 3rd project; stitch sewing Project 3 (select 1 project from options listed); Simple Clothing, part 2—how to attach collars; what is interfacing used for; how to attach sleeves Activity: pin, mark and cut out pattern for 4th project; stitch sewing Project 4 (select 1 project from options listed); Sergers & Embroidery Machines (if time allows) - what they do; why use them Activity: pin, mark and cut out pattern for 5th project; stitch sewing Project 5 — Memory board (if time allows). PROJECTS: #1 - Project focus: basic stitching Options (select 1 from list) : fabric ball letter shaped pillow Square pillow/bolster or other pillow fabric cube hat #2 - Project focus: zippers Options (select 1 from list) : purse messenger bag binder cover pencil case #3 - Project focus: casings and hemming Options (select 1 from list) : shorts Skirt Curtains #4 - Project focus: collars and sleeves Options (select 1 from list) : kimono (basically a bathrobe with tie) hoodie doll with clothes #5- Project focus: creativity (bonus project, if time allows) Memory board FOR FURTHER DETAILS, PLEASE CONTACT US: 450-9890 or e-mail fccg@fellowscreations.com. Download Materials List HERE. Download Registration Form HERE. This will need to be brought to the first class or scanned & e-mailed to fccg@fellowscreations.com. We use this to generate your receipt. **A brochure will be added here shortly.** About the Instructor: I have been sewing for over 20 years. I was a supervisor for a middle school hiking club—with overnight supervisions approval (i.e. a police check was done). I greatly enjoy working with teens. I have a daughter in high school (who may also be helping out).

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