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Rabbit Row Yarns & Haberdashery

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

$95.00
$95.00
Sale Sold out

Beginner Sewing Series - Master Your Machine 

Classes are 9 am - Noon or 2 - 5 pm

✂️ 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.

TAKE 10% OFF your purchase of TWO sewing classes or 15% off your purchase of THREE sewing classes in this series

🧵 Beginner Sewing 1: Your Essential Introduction to the Sewing Machine - Make a Drawstring Bag 

🗓️ Saturday, April 18th: 9 am - Noon OR 2 - 5 pm

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.  

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🏠 Beginner Sewing 2: Polished Finishes: Seams, Hems and Button Closures - Sew an Envelope Pillow with Buttons 

🗓️ Saturday, May 16th:  9 am - Noon OR 2 - 5 pm

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.  

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📐 Sewing 3: Intro to Patterns and Zipper Installation - Sew a Zippered Pouch

🗓️ Saturday, June 13th: 9 am - Noon OR 2 - 5 pm

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.

*Sorry, no refunds unless someone from the waitlist takes your place. 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.