Have you ever wanted to learn an embroidery technique that is hundreds of years old? Your choice of tropical bee, heart, or dragonfly.
Description:
Tambour embroidery is a couture sewing technique used to make detailed embroidered pieces of all sizes. It's used to make costumes for tv, film and Broadway, as well as in couture fashion. This class will teach the chain stitch which is the foundation of tambour and from there we will build upon that foundation with beads and sequins. Dexterity and patience are highly recommended. The class includes hands-on practice with the technique as well as a project kit that can be taken home to further build the skill. I also include a digital version of this class that you get to take home and practice at your own pace. This class is suitable for students 16+ or 13-15 if a parent is present to assist with the student. Kits can be found on the website.
Have you ever wanted to learn an embroidery technique that is hundreds of years old? Your choice of tropical bee, heart, or dragonfly.
Description:
Tambour embroidery is a couture sewing technique used to make detailed embroidered pieces of all sizes. It's used to make costumes for tv, film and Broadway, as well as in couture fashion. This class will teach the chain stitch which is the foundation of tambour and from there we will build upon that foundation with beads and sequins. Dexterity and patience are highly recommended. The class includes hands-on practice with the technique as well as a project kit that can be taken home to further build the skill. I also include a digital version of this class that you get to take home and practice at your own pace. This class is suitable for students 16+ or 13-15 if a parent is present to assist with the student. Kits you can choose from can be found on the website.
Introduction to Wallet Making on a Sewing Machine with Bernette
Summary:
Use a pre-made pattern & see how a simple wallet can be created out of cotton, highlight other methods that can be used, & learn skills that can help with advanced wallet making.
Description:
You'll be working on a great new Bernette machine!
Introduction to Wallet Making on a Sewing Machine with Bernette
Summary:
Use a pre-made pattern & see how a simple wallet can be created out of cotton, highlight other methods that can be used, & learn skills that can help with advanced wallet making.
Description:
You'll be working on a new sewing machine from Bernette.
It's a Cinch: Learning Corsetry Construction on a Sewing Machine with Bernette
Summary:
Learn the fundamentals of how to construct your own corset, with an introduction to fabric choices, channel creation, and boning installation.
Description:
Eager to jump into the world of corsetry but don't know where to start? In this hands-on workshop students will learn the fundamentals of constructing these complex garments, layer by layer. Discover how to choose between fabric and boning materials, assembling and layering them together. Students will also learn how to cut, tip, and install boning, as well as proper creation of boning channels. Corset-making is a very long process, and so instead of creating a finished garment, this class will focus on learning core construction techniques that can be applied to any future project or corset pattern. Over the course of this class we will assemble a single layered and boned pattern piece, which students may then take home to reference for their next corset-making project. You'll be using a fabulous new Bernette sewing machine!
It's a Cinch: Learning Corsetry Construction on a Sewing Machine with Bernette
Summary:
Learn the fundamentals of how to construct your own corset, with an introduction to fabric choices, channel creation, and boning installation.
Description:
Eager to jump into the world of corsetry but don't know where to start? In this hands-on workshop students will learn the fundamentals of constructing these complex garments, layer by layer. Discover how to choose between fabric and boning materials, assembling and layering them together. Students will also learn how to cut, tip, and install boning, as well as proper creation of boning channels. Corset-making is a very long process, and so instead of creating a finished garment, this class will focus on learning core construction techniques that can be applied to any future project or corset pattern. Over the course of this class we will assemble a single layered and boned pattern piece, which students may then take home to reference for their next corset-making project. You'll learn on a Bernette sewing machine!
Learn all of the basics of using a sewing machine by making a pincushion. This free class is sponsored by Bernette.
Description:
Have you ever wanted to learn how to use a sewing machine? It's easy and anyone can do it! We will start with the very basics and you will make a cute pincushion you can take with you.
Learn all of the basics of using a sewing machine by making a pincushion. This free event sponsored by Bernette.
Description:
Have you ever wanted to learn how to use a sewing machine? It's easy and anyone can do it! We will start with the very basics and you will make a cute pincushion you can take with you!
Let's Learn Resin: Create your Own Resin Jewelry and Gems
Summary:
Learn about the world of resin as we create our own resin pendants using embedded flowers and tints!
Description:
Dive into the world of resin with this beginner's intro course. We'll learn the basics of how resin works, safety protocols, as well as the difference between various UV and Epoxy resins. Students will be able to put their skills to the test as they create their own resin pendants or gemstones, using their choice of embedded materials, flowers, and tints.
Let's Learn Resin: Create your Own Resin Jewelry and Gems
Summary:
Learn about the world of resin as we create our own resin pendants using embedded flowers and tints!
Description:
Dive into the world of resin with this beginner's intro course. We'll learn the basics of how resin works, safety protocols, as well as the difference between various UV and Epoxy resins. Students will be able to put their skills to the test as they create their own resin pendants or gemstones, using their choice of embedded materials, flowers, and tints.