{"product_id":"super-beginner-learn-to-sew-series-mondays-and-thursdays-in-july","title":"Super Beginner Learn to Sew Series (Mondays and Thursdays in July)","description":"\u003ch3\u003eABOUT THIS WORKSHOP\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eIn our Super-Beginner \u003cstrong\u003eLearn To Sew Series\u003c\/strong\u003e, we will start from the very basics of garment sewing and work up to starting your very first project, with dedicated time to work on it during class. Held over 6 evenings in groups of 4 students, you will have lots of opportunity to ask questions and get support from the instructor.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis class will move at a slower pace than our garment workshops. In the first two evenings, we'll cover general knowledge about taking measurements, adjusting patterns, interpreting pattern instructions and markings, and cutting and construction techniques. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe remaining four evenings will allow for time to work on your chosen project with lots of support and encouragement from your instructor.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe will provide a few \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/thesewingclub.ca\/blogs\/news\/sewing-pattern-inspiration-for-beginners?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=beginner\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esuggested projects\u003c\/a\u003e to start with, but the choice is all yours which project you pick! Think along the lines of a pair of casual pants, a bag, a linen top, vest, or simple dress. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou will need to purchase the materials for your project separately, and you will receive 15% off any supplies required for your project if purchased from our shop.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWHO SHOULD TAKE THIS WORKSHOP\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdults (16+)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSkill Level: Super Beginner. No sewing is experience necessary, and this would make a great first workshop to help you build confidence in your skills and get some guidance on your first project.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSKILLS YOU'LL LEARN\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow to properly take your measurements and use them to interpret a size chart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnderstanding fabric requirement tables and choosing appropriate fabrics for your project\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntroduction to altering patterns: grading between sizes, shortening or lengthening pattern pieces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnderstanding cutting layouts, pattern markings, and grainlines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCutting and marking techniques for garment sewing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntroduction to garment construction basics including:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptions for securing fabric: pinning, clipping, gluing, and taping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeam allowance - understanding it and tips for consistency\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTopstitch tips (machine settings and thread choices)\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGarment construction techniques based on your chosen projects, which could include the following depending on your project:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDarts for shaping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGathering or pleating fabric\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptions for seam finishing (binding, facing, hemming, serging)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSleeve insertion methods \u0026amp; tips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLining a garment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eZippers or buttonholes for closure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVarious pocket styles and how to perfect them\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnd more!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eINSTRUCTOR\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eErin\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDATE(S) AND TIME(S)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eALL of the following dates:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMonday, July 6th - 5:30 - 8:30pm\u003cbr\u003eAND\u003cbr\u003eThursday, July 9th - 5:30 - 8:30pm\u003cbr\u003eAND\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eMonday, July 13th - 5:30 - 8:30pm\u003cbr\u003eAND\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThursday, July 16th - 5:30 - 8:30pm\u003cbr\u003eAND\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eMonday, July 20th - 5:30 - 8:30pm\u003cbr\u003eAND\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThursday, July 23rd - 5:30 - 8:30pm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"the-sewing-club-8755","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47727141126334,"sku":null,"price":395.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0620\/6328\/0318\/files\/Frame115.png?v=1730146974","url":"https:\/\/thesewingclub.ca\/products\/super-beginner-learn-to-sew-series-mondays-and-thursdays-in-july","provider":"The Sewing Club","version":"1.0","type":"link"}