This sequence of four weekly classes is ideal for intermediate sewists who have completed our sequence of beginner sewing classes (or have equivalent experience). If you do not have a machine, you can borrow one of ours, or we can help you find a used machine that suits your needs. $115 class fee covers four weeks of instruction and all supplies.

Classes will be held weekly on Wednesdays (October 30, November 6, 13, 20) 4:30pm to 6:30pm. Class projects may vary somewhat depending on the instructor and interests of the students.

In “Master Your Machine,” we will focus on practical applications with our sewing machines:

Week 1—Hems
a. Basic folded & topstitched—single and twin needle
b. Invisible/Blind hem using your machine’s blind hem stitch
c. Baby/Narrow/rolled
i. Hem pre-cut pair of dinner napkins
d. Decorative (knits, dinner napkins, etc)
i. Wing needle

Week 2—Working with Knits
a. Overlock/overcast stitch
b. Jersey stitch, Honeycomb stitch
c. Applying elastic
d. Practice with scraps and/ or bring a t-shirt to practice on applying bands, hemming, etc OR construct a 1/3 scale precut tee
e. Bonus Practice at home project: full size knit skirt, undies, cami, or t-shirt

Week 3—Buttonholes
a. Practice regular, corded, and keyhole buttonholes
b. In class/finish at home project: Detachable basic jacket collar (think jean jacket) using (precut faux leather, velveteen or corduroy)
c. At home Challenge: Add a button and tab to sleeves of a shirt

Week 4—Finishing Touches
a. Make your own welting or piping using a zipper or cording foot
b. Free-motion embroidery for appliqué/patches

INSTRUCTOR:
Michelle Frick has been sewing clothes for herself and others for decades. Her passion is supporting new and experienced sewists in the creation of beautiful, comfortable clothes that fit as great as they look. Over the last two years, Michelle has been working as a garment sewing instructor and has been immersed in research on the latest techniques and methods, including CAD pattern drafting, projector sewing, and sustainable sewing practices both in the home sewing and commercial fashion industries.

SUSTAINABILITY:
Stitch Buffalo is committed to fostering sustainability practices and reducing waste in the textile industry. In this workshop, we will strive to minimize waste and work as much as possible with supplies that have been rescued for reuse.

INCLUSION & ACCESSIBILITY:
Please contact us if you require any accommodations to make your visit safe and comfortable.

For each class, Stitch Buffalo offers one seat at half-price to a student or community member who otherwise could not afford to attend. To inquire about availability, please e-mail us. We have waiting lists for many classes, so if you register for this discounted class, please consider it a commitment to attend.