Beginner Foundational Lesson Package

This package is ideal for the complete beginner who is starting out on sewing, and consists of 4 modules:

Stitches, Seams, Intakes, and Attachments.

Stitches- These are important hand and machine operating techniques you'll need to know. You will learn about Basting, hemming, Blind and Catch stitches done by hand. You will also learn about Stay stitching, Directional and Zigzag stitching by machine.

Seams- These are different methods joining any two of more parts of a garment. E,g. Side seam. You will learn 4 seams: Open, Closed, French and Flat fell seams.

Intakes- These are ways of taking in excess fabric on the waist or other parts of a garment to create shape and best fit. E.g. Dart intake. You will learn 4 simple intakes: Darts, pleats, Gathers and Shirring.

Attachments- These are accessories sewn onto a garment for utility or embellishing purposes. You will learn how to make simple: Pocket, Strap, Lace, Band.

Practice project- A simple tote bag with pockets.

• Are you tired of paying too much for simple alterations?
• Are you tired of taking many sewing classes, but  no where near professional-looking results?
• Do you want to learn how to sew confidently for yourself and others? 
  
• Are you ready to pull out that sewing machine and begin to make your dreams come true?

This is where I come in.  If this is you, stay tuned.

My journey

Although I had a keen interest in sewing and would naturally gravitate towards fabrics, pins, needles, thread and apparel design, it wasn't until I was trained in middle school the proper way that my sewing skills were solidified.  Home science or home economics as it is known by some sewers, was my formal introduction to sewing.  From ages 10-13, I learned foundational skills (mostly hand sewing) as part of the curriculum in my school.  We created a scrapbook full of the necessary sample skills for our beginner sewing.  Armed with these skills, my confidence level began to rise with each garment I made.

Many sewing lessons are offered on a project completion basis; while this may be a good starting point, it is hardly ideal for the complete novice.  You will complete the project, but miss many foundational skills and their functions along the way .  For example, you may feel less confident when you have to repeat the process without the teacher's help.

With Youtube videos and many "experts" in the sewing field today, it is very easy to get lost in the sea of unending " how tos and diys."  If you are looking for a no-nonsense, straight- forward, step by step skill building, time-saving lesson package, look no further.