Introduction to Machine Sewing

$65.00
sold out

Saturday, August 15
10am-1pm
4652 W. Washington Blvd., Los Angeles, CA, 90016

Curious about sewing but not sure where to start? This workshop covers the fundamentals and is the perfect precursor to our project-based sew-along classes.

We'll start from the very beginning—learning how to thread a machine, wind a bobbin, sew straight lines, navigate corners and curves, and build confidence at the machine. By the end of class, you'll have created a lined zippered pouch to take home and the foundational skills to continue your sewing journey.

What You'll Learn

  • How to safely operate a sewing machine

  • How to thread a machine and wind a bobbin

  • How to cut fabric accurately for a project

  • How to follow a simple sewing pattern

  • Sewing fundamentals, including straight lines, corners, and curves

  • Basic construction techniques for simple sewing projects

  • Tips for troubleshooting common beginner mistakes

What You'll Make

  • One lined zippered pouch to take home

What's Included

  • Janome sewing machine use during class

  • All fabric, notions, and project materials

  • Hands-on instruction in a small group setting

What to Bring

  • Nothing! Everything you'll need is provided.

  • Feel free to bring a water bottle or snack if you'd like.

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Saturday, August 15
10am-1pm
4652 W. Washington Blvd., Los Angeles, CA, 90016

Curious about sewing but not sure where to start? This workshop covers the fundamentals and is the perfect precursor to our project-based sew-along classes.

We'll start from the very beginning—learning how to thread a machine, wind a bobbin, sew straight lines, navigate corners and curves, and build confidence at the machine. By the end of class, you'll have created a lined zippered pouch to take home and the foundational skills to continue your sewing journey.

What You'll Learn

  • How to safely operate a sewing machine

  • How to thread a machine and wind a bobbin

  • How to cut fabric accurately for a project

  • How to follow a simple sewing pattern

  • Sewing fundamentals, including straight lines, corners, and curves

  • Basic construction techniques for simple sewing projects

  • Tips for troubleshooting common beginner mistakes

What You'll Make

  • One lined zippered pouch to take home

What's Included

  • Janome sewing machine use during class

  • All fabric, notions, and project materials

  • Hands-on instruction in a small group setting

What to Bring

  • Nothing! Everything you'll need is provided.

  • Feel free to bring a water bottle or snack if you'd like.

Cancellation Policy:

Our workshops are intentionally small so everyone has plenty of space, support, and time to create. Because of our limited capacity, each cancellation makes a big difference.

  • Cancel 14 or more days before your workshop: You'll receive a full refund to your original payment method.

  • Cancel between 48 hours and 14 days before your workshop: We'll issue you a Patchwork credit that can be used toward any future workshop or retail purchase.

  • Less than 48 hours before your workshop (or no-shows): Unfortunately, we aren't able to offer refunds or credits.

If you can't make it, you're always welcome to transfer your ticket to a friend—just send us their name and email before the workshop begins.

If Patchwork needs to cancel or reschedule a workshop for any reason, you'll have the choice of a full refund or a credit toward a future event.

We know life happens, and we'll always do our best to be kind and accommodating. Thanks for understanding that these policies help us continue offering small, thoughtfully curated workshops for our community.

Parking:

If you are driving to the workshop, there is only street parking on Washington Blvd. and surrounding residential streets. Make sure to allot enough time to find parking in advance of the workshop’s start time.

Photo/Video Disclaimer:

By joining us, you consent to being photographed or filmed for Patchwork’s promotional use. Although we aim to keep photography and videography minimal and will try our best to primarily capture images without discernible faces, your presence at the event may still be documented. If you do not wish to be photographed, please let us know in advance!