Stitch School 3: Collars, Cuffs, and Hems
If you have joined us in Class1 and Class 2 or been approved by our instructor, you are ready to move on to collars, cuffs & hems. Come out and finish your reference notebook of techniques for your sewing library. When we finish this class, there is an additional option to make a blouse or shirt in a 3-week course. There are lots of wonderful fabrics in the store and we will be bringing in the patterns. We are looking forward to working with you again.
Prerequisite: Class 1 (Seams and Finishes) AND Class 2 (Closures) or approval by instructor. To obtain approval, you must present samples of seams, seam finishes and closures. Contact Sew What for more information.
Supplies:
class kit ($30) - available at Sew What
sewing machine in good working order with power cord, foot pedal, and machine manual
straight stitch foot, zigzag foot, 1/4" piecing foot
straight stitch plate recommended (if available for your make/model)
sewing machine needles: Universal 75/11 or 80/12
3-ring binder with sheet protectors
notebook and pen for taking notes
quality sewing thread. Mettler recommended
empty bobbins
press cloth (non-stick preferred)
fabric scissors
thread snips or small scissors
pinking shears (optional)
Best Press (optional)
pins and pincushion (glass head pins preferred; they can take heat of an iron)
tape measure
seam gauge
removable marking pen or chalk marker
Class minimum: 4 Class maximum: 8
Skill Level: | Intermediate |
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Instructor: | Sally Rifenburg |
Instructor Bio: | 64 years ago, beginning at my mother?s knee, I began to sew. My mother was a well-known seamstress in our area of Pennsylvania. I began competing in garment making when I was in the 6th grade. By the time high school came around, I had a business making clothing for the teachers that were having children. My mother owned a fabric store in Media, PA and I worked for her sewing purses and bags. I have taken classes throughout the USA with the top sewing teachers in the garment and heirloom sewing industry for over 40 years. Living in the Tri State area, I have been able to take advantage of sewing lessons with Susan Khalje, a couture sewing expert and co-editor of Threads magazine. My personal sewing business centers around heirloom and custom sewing for children, as well as wedding gowns, prom dresses and specialty items for adults. I am a licensed Martha Pullen Educator. Currently, I am the President of the Smocking Guild of America, Helping people learn to sew garments is a true joy for me. I would love to have you join me in my upcoming classes. |
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