Stitch School 1: Seams & Seam Finishes
Come out and join us as you venture into the world of garment sewing.
We will lead you through making a reference notebook of techniques for your sewing library. This first of three class series introduces you to various seams and seam finishes and is a foundation for garment sewing.
Class 1: Seams & Seam Finishes
This 6-week series will help you perfect various seams and seam finishes. We want our finished projects to look great on the outside and part of that comes from the inside!
Supplies:
kit (includes fabrics needed for class) - available for $25
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
kit (includes fabrics needed for class) - available at class for $25
Class minimum: 4 Class maximum: 8
Skill Level: | Beginner |
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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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