In our most popular beginner sewing class, we cover all elements of Sewing 101, add in some advanced skills, and include a few fun projects to help you get some practice! Learn basic sewing skills including how to cut fabric, use a simple pattern, perform a few different stitches, and understand the ins and outs of fabric, fabric grain, selvedge, etc. You will also learn how to operate a sewing machine.

You will walk out having finished several simple projects including drawstrings, pockets, buttonholes, buttons, hidden zippers, box corners, and finally, a tote bag! It is a great, simple first project that won’t terrify you! All of these are handy sewing skills for basic garment construction, bag making, and a bunch of other projects! This is an intensive class that will last all day with a 30-minute lunch break, so show up alert and leave the hangovers at home. After all, this is bootcamp!

Supplies Needed: None. We supply all fabric. You’ll be using a simple Janome 2212. Please do not bring your own machine. Also, we take a quick break for lunch in the afternoon, so we recommend bringing a lunch or grabbing something quick at Haight Street Market/Gus’s.

Instructor Bio: Hayley has been sewing since the tender age of three. A jack of all trades, She has extensive experience with sewing, past works include upholstery, stuffed animals, home goods, clothing, alterations and repairs, tailoring, bags, and just about anything else you can think of!

The rules / important stuff: We have a NO EXCEPTIONS 72 HOUR CANCELLATION policy – this includes cancellation, re-books, gift certificates, moving classes, etc. For more information on canceling a class, please read our cancellation policy. All classes are 21+. If any questions, please email us at info AT workshopsf DOT org.

ALL CLASSES TAKE PLACE AT WORKSHOP SF LOCATED AT 1310 HAIGHT STREET UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED ON THE TITLE AND LISTING.