Intro to Sewing: Learn to Sew in 90 Minutes – Beltsville, MD

Learn all the sewing basics in 90 minutes! Perfect for beginners ready to start creating with confidence. Class taught in O Street Studios.

Learn to Sew in 90 Minutes – No Experience Needed

Whether you've never touched a sewing machine before or you're finally ready to dust yours off, this updated Introduction to Sewing class is designed to give you the skills, knowledge, and confidence to start sewing from scratch. This is not your average intro class—we go deeper than just pressing a pedal. You'll walk away understanding how sewing works, how to use your machine properly, how to work with fabric, and how to begin your own projects with ease.

Class Details

Introduction to Sewing Class

Duration: 90 minutes

Price: $65 per seat

Dates: Thursdays In March 2026

Skill level: Absolute beginners & up

Ideal for: People new to sewing or looking to restart confidently

What You’ll Learn in Intro To Sewing

• The Fundamentals of Cut & Sew Design We’ll start with a breakdown of how garments are constructed—explaining how fabric is shaped and stitched into wearable pieces.
• Your Basic Sewing Toolkit We’ll go over the essential beginner tools and explain how to use each one, so you’re ready to build your own sewing setup at home.
• Understanding Your Sewing Machine You’ll learn to identify and operate key machine parts across different models—whether it's your first time or you’re refreshing your knowledge.
• Threading Techniques We’ll teach you how to confidently thread both drop-in bobbin and front-load (feed-in) bobbin machines, so you can sew on a variety of machines.
• Fabric Fundamentals You’ll learn the difference between structured vs. stretchy fabrics and how to sew them effectively using proper stitch techniques.
• Stitching Practice You’ll practice straight and zigzag stitches, learning how to backstitch and reinforce seams for durable, professional results.

Additional Booking Info

The group classes listed below are offered throughout April 2026. Space is limited to ensure personalized instruction—so please reserve early.

April 2026 Sewing Schedule: O Street Studios (DC)

• Week 1 (April 1–4): NO CLASS
• Tuesday, April 7 @ 6:30 PM: The Absolute Beginner: Intro to Sewing
• Wednesday, April 8 @ 6:30 PM: The Fixer: Tailoring + Alterations 101
• Tuesday, April 14 @ 6:30 PM: The Absolute Beginner: Intro to Sewing
• Wednesday, April 15 @ 6:30 PM: Hemming Techniques 101
• Saturday, April 18:
• • 11:00 AM: The Maker: Hands-on Custom Tote Bag
  • 1:00 PM: The Absolute Beginner: Intro to Sewing
  • 3:00 PM: The Fixer: Tailoring + Alterations 101
• Tuesday, April 21 @ 6:30 PM: The Absolute Beginner: Intro to Sewing
• Wednesday, April 22 @ 6:30 PM: The Maker: Hands-on Custom Tote Bag
• Saturday, April 25:
• • 11:00 AM: Hemming Techniques 101
  • 1:00 PM: The Absolute Beginner: Intro to Sewing
  • 3:00 PM: The Maker: Sew Your Own Custom Skirt
• Tuesday, April 28 @ 6:30 PM: The Absolute Beginner: Intro to Sewing
• Wednesday, April 29 @ 6:30 PM: The Fixer: Tailoring + Alterations 101

April 2026 Sewing Schedule: DMV Wholesale Dept (Beltsville, MD)

• Week 1 (April 1–4): NO CLASS
• Thursday, April 9 @ 6:30 PM: The Absolute Beginner: Intro to Sewing
• Saturday, April 11: 
• •  11:00 AM: The Fixer: Tailoring + Alterations 101
  • 1:00 PM: The Absolute Beginner: Intro to Sewing
• Thursday, April 16 @ 6:30 PM: The Absolute Beginner: Intro to Sewing
• Thursday, April 23 @ 6:30 PM: The Absolute Beginner: Intro to Sewing
• Thursday, April 30 @ 6:30 PM: The Absolute Beginner: Intro to Sewing
• Saturday, May 2: NO CLASS

Location & Accessibility

O Street Studios

52 O Street NW, 3rd Floor, Washington, DC 20001

• Located in the heart of Washington, DC
• Easily accessible by Metro: Take the Red Line to Noma-Gallaudet Station, walk down M Street, turn right on North Capitol, then left on O Street NW (approx. 10 minutes on foot)
• Elevator available for anyone with accessibility needs—please email in advance so we can coordinate third-floor access
• Nearby parking is limited to street parking and garage options around Union Market in N.E.
• Located in room 301A on the 3rd floor towards the back of the building

Contact Info

For accessibility coordination, private lessons, or general questions:

📧 saba.tshibaka@gmail.com

📅 Book one-on-one sessions or house calls via Calendly: https://calendly.com/sabat

I offer house calls (I’ll bring my sewing machine to you) or can meet you at a local library. Just book a time, and I’ll follow up to confirm what you want to learn and where.