Beginner Sewing Series - Foundational Classes to Master Your Machine (Summer 2026)

Beginner Sewing Series - Master Your Machine Classes are 9 am - Noon ✂️ ALL supplies are included in your class fee. Bring your own sewing machine (out of the box, if it's new), your machine manual and all accessories that come with your machine. NOTE: We now have a few sewing machines that students can rent for classes. Please call ahead to reserve a sewing machine. Machine rental is $15/class TAKE 5% OFF your purchase of TWO sewing classes or 10% off your purchase of THREE sewing classes in this series LET US KNOW IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN TAKING THIS SERIES THE NEXT TIME WE OFFER IT. WE HAVE A WAIT LIST GOING. EMAIL US AT rabbitrowyarns@gmail.com. 🧵 Beginner Sewing 1: Your Essential Introduction to the Sewing Machine - Make a Drawstring Bag 🗓️ Saturday, August 1: 9 am - Noon Learn to sew from the very beginning! In this hands-on intro class, you’ll get comfortable with a sewing machine, learn basic sewing vocabulary, and explore different types of fabrics. You’ll practice sewing straight seams and simple seam finishes, then put your new skills to use by making a handy drawstring bag to take home. 📚 Key Techniques Covered Machine threading Basic stitches Fabric grain Seam allowances Simple seam finishes ✅ Prerequisites None! This class is specifically designed for the total beginner. No prior experience. ------------------------------ 🏠 Beginner Sewing 2: Polished Finishes: Seams, Hems and Button Closures - Sew an Envelope Pillow with Buttons 🗓️ Saturday, August 15th: 9 am - Noon Build on your basics with a practical home décor project. In this class, you’ll learn how to sew neat hems, refine your seam finishes, and work with corners. You’ll also discover how to create buttonholes on a sewing machine and sew buttons that align perfectly. By the end of class, you’ll have sewn an envelope-style pillow cover with a button closure. 🌟 What you will master: Hems Pressing & Seam Finishes Buttonholes Sewing Buttons Reading Simple Measurements for a Project ✅ Prerequisites Successful completion of Beginner Sewing 1 or equivalent experience is required. You should be comfortable with machine threading, basic stitch functions, and sewing a consistent straight seam. ------------------------------ 📐 Sewing 3: Intro to Patterns and Zipper Installation - Sew a Zippered Pouch 🗓️ Saturday, August 29th: 9 am - Noon Ready to tackle patterns and zippers? This class introduces you to reading a simple sewing pattern, understanding grainline and pattern markings, and laying out your pieces on fabric. You’ll learn to install a basic zipper using a zipper foot and create a lined zippered pouch—perfect for notions, cosmetics, or pencils. 🔑 Key Skills You Will Unlock Reading a Simple Pattern Pattern Layout On Grain Zipper Installation Assembling a Lined Project ✅ Prerequisites Successful completion of Beginner Sewing 2 or equivalent experience is required. You should be comfortable with machine operation, sewing basic seams, and implementing clean finishing techniques. If this class is sold out, please email rabbitrowyarns@gmail.com or call the shop at 607-654-7383 to be added to the waitlist. Please read our refund policy.