{"product_id":"beginners-101-sunday-mornings-september-october","title":"BEGINNER'S 101 • SUNDAY MORNINGS • SEPTEMBER - OCTOBER","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSEWING 101 • BEGINNER SEWING SERIES\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5 CLASS SESSIONS • SUNDAY MORNINGS \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDates and Times: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSeptember 13th, 20th, 27th and October 4th \u003c\/span\u003eare from 10:30am - 12:30pm.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eOctober 11th\u003c\/span\u003e 10:30AM - 1PM. \u003c\/strong\u003eSometimes the pouch class can take a little longer. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVecina Design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e544 Biden Street • Downtown Scranton\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClass size is limited to 4 students.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAges \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e16 and up\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLEARN TO SEW WITH CONFIDENCE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSewing 101 is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5-part series designed specifically for beginners\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. It is perfect if you have little or no sewing experience, or if you haven't sewn in years and need a refresher.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enot just a project-based class\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. The goal is to teach you the fundamentals of sewing so you become comfortable with your machine, understand basic sewing techniques, and develop skills you can continue to build on throughout your sewing journey.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnd because we're making projects, I want them to be \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003efashionable, functional, and something you will be proud to use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. You'll learn techniques that give your projects a polished, professional finish—not a homemade look.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI'll also share production tips and tricks I've learned throughout my years working in the fashion industry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYOUR SEWING MACHINE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJUKI HZL-353Z home sewing machine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e will be provided for every class.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you already own a sewing machine and would like to learn how to use it, you can schedule a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eprivate lesson\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause sewing machines can be finicky—and sometimes downright challenging—the only personal machine permitted in this class is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enewly purchased JUKI HZL-353Z\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWHAT YOU'LL MAKE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTWISTED FABRIC HEADBAND\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou'll make a stylish fabric headband while learning basic sewing techniques, proper pressing, pattern layout, and fabric terminology.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou provide:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e approximately ¼ yard of fabric. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCotton solids and prints work beautifully. Fat quarters and fabric quarters are perfect for this project, and matching \"all purpose\" or \"everyday thread\" in 100% polyester\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI provide:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e hair elastics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTRIANGLE BAG\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou'll create a fashionable and functional triangle bag while learning how to read a pattern, lay out fabric, cut accurately, and construct a finished-quality project.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood fabric choices include:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCotton solids or prints\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoft canvas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLightweight denim\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCorduroy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDepending on fabric width, you'll need \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1  yard for the outside and 1 yard for the lining\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou provide:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e fabric and matching \"all purpose\" or \"everyday thread\" in 100% polyester\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCANVAS ZIPPER POUCH\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe'll finish the series with a lined canvas zipper pouch featuring a contrasting interior and metal zipper.. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou'll learn how to install a zipper using a new sewing technique and a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ezipper foot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI provide:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e fabric and zipper\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWHAT YOU'LL LEARN\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCLASS 1 • THE SEWING MACHINE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou'll learn how to:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThread your machine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWind a bobbin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse the stitch selector\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSew straight lines and corners\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBackstitch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCreate seams\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTopstitch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI provide all of the tools and fabric for this class, no need to worry about bringing anything! We'll also discuss which fabrics and tools are best to purchase. I will also email a detailed supplies list and fabric sources.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCLASS 2 • TWISTED FABRIC HEADBAND\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou'll make your twisted fabric headband using the techniques you've learned so far.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe'll also focus on \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003epressing while sewing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e—an essential part of creating a beautiful, professional-looking finished product.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou'll learn about:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePattern layout\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFabric terminology\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProper pressing techniques\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConstruction techniques\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCLASS 3 • CUTTING + TRIANGLE BAG\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCutting fabric is a skill in itself, so we'll spend approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e45 minutes to 1 hour\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e learning how to properly cut your triangle bag.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou'll learn how to:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRead a pattern\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnderstand sewing terminology\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLay out a pattern\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCut fabric accurately\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThen we'll begin constructing the triangle bag, which we'll finish in Class 4.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCLASS 4 • FINISHING THE TRIANGLE BAG + ZIPPER INTRODUCTION\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe'll finish your triangle bag and begin learning the process of making the zipper pouch.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou'll learn how to use the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ezig-zag stitch to finish fabric edges\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and begin working with a zipper and zipper foot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCLASS 5 • CANVAS ZIPPER POUCH • THIS CLASS IS FROM 6PM - 8:30PM. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe'll finish strong with our most challenging project—the canvas zipper pouch!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou'll learn how to set a metal zipper using a zipper foot and complete your finished pouch.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCongratulations—you made it through zipper setting!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWHAT YOU NEED TO BRING\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSEWING TOOLS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStudents provide most of their basic sewing tools.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou'll need:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eCutting scissors or shears — \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eplease purchase new ones if possible!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Good scissors will make your sewing experience so much easier.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePins\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAny rulers or tape measures you already own\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI have a variety of rulers and tape measures available for students to use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI'll also demonstrate how to use a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003erotary cutter and self-healing cutting mat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBefore class begins, I'll send you a list of additional sewing supplies you may want to purchase. These are \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003esuggestions, not requirements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMATERIALS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStudents provide fabric for some projects, while I provide materials for others.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetailed fabric requirements are listed under each project above.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePatterns are provided by me and are yours to keep.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCLASS SIZE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClass size is limited to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4 students\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e so you receive plenty of individual instruction and hands-on guidance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis small-class format allows me to work directly with each student and make sure you're comfortable with the techniques before moving on.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCANCELLATION POLICY\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you are unable to attend the class, I can provide a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e$250 class credit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e toward a future sewing class \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eonly if all of the following conditions are met\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eYou notify me by email at least \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e72 hours in advance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eYou email \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"mailto:jamesena@vecinadesign.com\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ejamesena@vecinadesign.com\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere is a waitlist and I am able to fill your spot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBy registering for the class, you agree to this cancellation policy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere are no refunds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMISSED CLASSES\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI do not offer complimentary make-up classes for missed sessions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you'd like to make up a missed class, you may schedule a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e90-minute private lesson for $95\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQUESTIONS?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEmail \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"mailto:jamesena@vecinadesign.com\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ejamesena@vecinadesign.com\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFollow us on social media to see photos and videos from Sewing 101 and what's happening at Vecina Design!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vecina","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54061040763075,"sku":null,"price":250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/vecinadesign.com\/products\/beginners-101-sunday-mornings-september-october","provider":"Vecina","version":"1.0","type":"link"}