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Privates with Sarah Eloise



Please email sarah@fiveeighthseams.com with any questions. The price listed is for 90 minutes. Please email for other dates, prices, and times.

Beginner Sewing Skills:
 

  • Understanding and operating a sewing machine
  • Threading and bobbin winding
  • Basic stitching techniques (straight stitch, backstitch, zigzag, etc.)
  • Sewing seams and seam allowances
  • Hemming techniques
  • Sewing straight lines and curves
  • Reading and cutting fabric patterns
  • Fabric selection and preparation

Garment Construction:

  • Making simple garments (skirts, tops, etc.)
  • Sewing zippers, buttons, and other closures
  • Attaching sleeves and collars
  • Sewing darts, pleats, and gathers
  • Creating facings, linings, and bindings
  • Inserting elastic or drawstrings
  • Sewing pockets (patch pockets, inseam pockets)

Quilting:

  • Rotary cutting techniques
  • Piecing quilt blocks
  • Quilt top assembly
  • Binding and finishing quilts
  • Paper piecing and applique
  • Quilting with a walking foot

Embroidery:

  • Machine embroidery basics
  • Using stabilizers and hoops

Advanced Sewing Techniques:

  • French seams, flat-felled seams, and other seam finishes
  • Sewing with delicate fabrics (silk, chiffon)
  • Sewing with knits (stretch fabrics)

Home Décor Sewing

  • Making pillows, cushions, etc.
  • Making napkins
  • Making bags


Materials Included: None
Instructor: Sarah
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