Perfect for warm summer days or for layering under a cardigan, this sleeveless top is a great first sewing project! You’ll learn tons of sewing basics, including how to thread and use a sewing machine, create a seam, work from a pattern, cut fabric with a rotary cutter, sew a dart, create a pleat and… Read more »
Skill Level: Learn To Sew
You have never touched a sewing machine before or it has been years since you have. You know very little to nothing about sewing but you think you might like it.
Kids Learn to Sew
This is the perfect class for young people who have never sewn before or who want to take their personal exploration of sewing to the next level. Students will learn how to use a sewing machine, sew on different types of fabric, and utilize basic sewing techniques. They will learn to make buttonholes, measure, sew, and iron seams,… Read more »
Learn to Sew: Sweet and Simple Apron
Fun and functional! We’ll use the vintage half-apron as inspiration and introduce contemporary cotton prints that will help bring a modern feel mixed with classic details like rickrack. Learn clean finishing techniques with your waistband and ties for an apron that’s ready to get things done in the kitchen!
Learn to Sew: Zippered Pouch
Expand your sewing skills–zippers aren’t intimidating! These useful pouches can hold just about anything, from notions to toiletries to anything that needs to be carried. We’ll be playing around with one style and how easy it is to adjust the size. Great for gifts–make 3 coordinating ones and nest them together or make some to… Read more »
Learn to Sew: Foxy Boxers
These boxers are a fun and functional gift for men, and make fantastic sleepwear for women too! This is one of those patterns that you’ll end up making again and again. Boxers are the perfect project for that fabric you love but weren’t sure what to do with (pin-up girls, dancing toasters, your favorite sports… Read more »
Learn to Sew Tote Bag
Who doesn’t need a tote bag? Learn machine basics and then go to the market and show off your handmade bag! In the first hour or so of this class, you will gain confidence in using MD’s lovely sewing machines. Once you feel comfortable, you will learn simple techniques to create bag bottoms and straps… Read more »
Learn To Sew Envelope Pillow
Learn to sew and discover the joy of refreshing your couch or bed quickly by making simple pillowcases. This class will take someone who has never before touched a sewing machine all the way through completing a project. You will learn machine basics, all about fabric, sewing terminology, and how to use basic cutting tools… Read more »
Kids Sewing 101
This is the perfect class for kids who have never sewn before or who want to take their personal exploration of sewing to the next level. Students will learn how to use a sewing machine and utilize basic sewing techniques. They will learn to make buttonholes, measure, cut, sew, and iron seams, work with a… Read more »