Sewing 101

Come Learn the basics of sewing! Take the first step towards creating the clothes you always wished for!

Multisession Duration: 5 hrs completed over 2 days. By purchasing a ticket, you are committing to attend all meetings included in the multisession. Scroll down to reference the Agenda page to indicate which ticket to purchase for that session!

Class Description

Sewing 101 is a beginner-friendly introductory sewing course designed to give students the foundational skills needed to begin sewing independently. Students will learn how to operate a sewing machine, understand basic sewing terminology, work with fabric and patterns, and complete at least one project of their choice. .

No previous sewing experience is required.

The materials fee for this class is $30. This is separate from the ticket price and is to reimburse the instructor for any tools or materials used in this class. This will be paid once, directly to the instructor at the start of the first class meeting. This instructor accepts Venmo, Cash, Cashapp, or Checks.

Learning Objectives

• Identify basic sewing tools, supplies, and terminology.
• Safely operate a sewing machine.
• Thread a sewing machine and wind a bobbin.
• Measure and cut fabric.
• Read and follow a simple sewing pattern.
• Sew basic seams.
• Backstitch and control stitch length.
• Troubleshoot common sewing machine problems.
• Complete at least one sewing project.

Instructor - Georgia Kondylis ( IG: @madebykoukla )

Your Ticket Includes

• The instructor will purchase some fabric selections for students to choose from, a sewing pattern, and thread
• Access to A2's x and tools for the duration of the session.

Class Policies

Attire: Attendants should wear close-toed slip-resistant shoes (steel-toe work boots are ideal), long pants, and no loose-fitting clothing that could possibly get caught in machinery. Make sure to wear only natural fibers (i.e., cotton, wool, linen, etc) and bring reading glasses if needed for detailed work.

Learn more about our class and ticket cancelation policies Here.

Please email education@artisansasylum.com with any questions.

*Sales end 24 hours before the start of the class to allow the instructor and staff time to prep.