What to Expect
\n \nExpect a supp ortive\, beginner-friendly class with demonstratio ns\, guided practice\, and plenty of time to ask q uestions. The instructor will walk you through thr eading a machine\, winding a bobbin\, switching st itches\, adjusting tension\, and sewing your first seams. You’ll also learn hand-stitching basics an d apply your new skills immediately through simple \, practical projects. All tools and fabric will b e provided\, though you’re welcome to bring your o wn fabric if you’d like the instructor to evaluate its suitability.
\n \nSkills You’l l Acquire
\n \nWhat’s Provided
\n \nWho Should Attend
\n \nPerfect for absolute beginners\, new mac hine owners\, or anyone looking for a gentle and g uided introduction to sewing. Ages 18+.
\n \n < p>Prerequisites/Safety Information\n \nNo prerequisites. This class is open to complete beginners. Please wear closed-toe sho es and avoid loose clothing or accessories around sewing equipment.
\n \nWhat to Brin g
\n \nA notebook is helpful for j otting down tips. You may bring your own fabric if you’d like to personalize your project\; the inst ructor will help determine whether it’s appropriat e for the class.
DESCRIPTION:What to Expect\n \n \n \n Expect a supportive\, be ginner-friendly class with demonstrations\, guided practice\, and plenty of time to ask questions. T he instructor will walk you through threading a ma chine\, winding a bobbin\, switching stitches\, ad justing tension\, and sewing your first seams. You ’ll also learn hand-stitching basics and apply you r new skills immediately through simple\, practica l projects. All tools and fabric will be provided\ , though you’re welcome to bring your own fabric i f you’d like the instructor to evaluate its suitab ility.\n \n \n \n Skills You’ll Acquire\n \n \n \n \n Threading and operating a sewing machine (bob bin winding\, tension basics\, and stitch selectio n)\n Sewing machine safety\, basic care\, and tro ubleshooting common issues\n Essential hand-sewin g stitches\n How to use sewing tools correctly (p ins\, needles\, seam rippers\, fabric scissors\, e tc.)\n Stuffing\, shaping\, and finishing small s ewn projects\n Machine confidence and foundationa l sewing vocabulary\n \n \n What’s Provided\n \n \ n \n \n Sewing machines and all tools needed for the class\n Fabric and supplies for all in-class projects\n Step-by-step instruction and hands-on support\n \n \n Who Should Attend\n \n \n \n Perfe ct for absolute beginners\, new machine owners\, o r anyone looking for a gentle and guided introduct ion to sewing. Ages 18+.\n \n \n \n Prerequisites/ Safety Information\n \n \n \n No prerequisites. Th is class is open to complete beginners. Please wea r closed-toe shoes and avoid loose clothing or acc essories around sewing equipment.\n \n \n \n What to Bring\n \n \n \n A notebook is helpful for jott ing down tips. You may bring your own fabric if yo u’d like to personalize your project\; the instruc tor will help determine whether it’s appropriate f or the class.\n \n CATEGORIES:Ticketed Workshop CALSCALE:GREGORIAN DTSTAMP;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T173000 DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T203000 LOCATION:MakeHaven - 1st Floor Classroom\n 770 Chapel\, Str eet\n Classroom on First Floor\n New Have\, CT 065 10\n United States\n URL:https://www.makehaven.org/civicrm/event/info?reset=1&id=903 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR