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Beginning Sewing 101



Brand new to sewing, or returning after a long hiatus? Start here! This class will help you operate your sewing machine with confidence and provide new sewists with the skills needed to get started on the right foot.

We will cover the following topics:
How to thread your machine
Bobbin winding
Adjusting your stitch length and width
Reverse and backstitching
Thread tension
Stitching straight lines, corners and curves
Keeping a consistent seam allowance
Best practices for pinning and pressing
Clipping and notching curves

A supply list will be sent out no later than one week before the class.

Cancellations must be made a week prior to class to receive a refund or store credit.

Please review class policies prior to registering: https://www.electric-needle.com/class-policies-at-the-electric-needle-madison-wi.htm


Skill Level: Beginner
Skill Details:
Instructor: Dawn Jordan
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This class cannot be purchased online. Please contact the store for more information.