In this course we will explore the sewing machine, we will look at what all the different features are and how to operate them. We will look into the care of your sewing machine and how to clean it. We will review what is needed for a basic sewing kit and why not to get carried away with gadgets and extras. We will also learn how to wind a bobbin and how to thread a sewing machine. You will also look at different stitches available and practicing the basic stitches. I will talk through different terminology for the elements of the sewing machine and give you some top tips as a beginner.

In this course, you will learn how to take accurate trouser measurements, calculate the measurements taken and use the calculated measurements to draft a perfect trouser pattern to fit your body structure. Then use the basic trouser pattern drafted to make a trouser variation to create a trouser with zipper fly and also draft a curved waistband. I will then take you through a step by step tutorial on how to cut your desired fabrics using your drafted trouser pattern, I will also show you an easier way to sew zipper fly and then sew the trouser perfectly. At the end of this course you will be able to draft and sew your own perfect pattern for ladies trousers/pants with zipper fly whether you are a beginner or a professional there is something for everyone. Thank you.

DIY Mens YUKATA (Casual Summer KIMONO) Workshop with Yukiko Japanese Hand sewing (WASAI) Kimono making Learn How to Make Your YUKATA using western cotton fabrics. Even for CosPlay modern version. Fun and Easy Steps - All Hand-Sewn Part 1: How to sew YUKATA and Take a measurement Part 2: How to cut YUKATA pattern and basic sewing Part 3: How to put together each piece and finishing up Traditional Japanese KIMONO is so beautiful and so expensive. Yukiko, who is a Wardrobe Stylist, teaches you how to make your Mens size YUKATA (Casual Summer KIMONO) out of modern cotton fabrics. Clothing always looks good on you if it is the right size. Especially Men's YUKATA size tends to be either too small or too short for Americans. This workshop will be for three sessions. If you want to make a shorter length of YUKATA like a Japanese Anime, Yukiko will show you how to make for CosPlay too.

The course proposes the creation of accessories and clothing for boys and girls . The video tutorials of the teacher will explain step by step how to get to the final product by introducing the necessary materials and the various steps of the work , including cutting and operations at the sewing machine . They will also be given the patterns of reference for the packaging of individual projects. Videos are in Italian with English subtitles. Resources and patterns are in English and show US measures. The course is structured in three sections : basic accessories , sewing a series of basic accessories for children clothing accessories , sewing a series of accessories that complete the wardrobe of the children , sewing two heads of basic clothing. The relative films have a total duration of about 2.5 hours . The course is recommended for anyone willing to give a personal touch to the wardrobe of the children.

Have you recently bought a serger and aren’t sure where to start? Or perhaps you’ve owned one for a while, and it’s sitting in the box because you don’t remember how to use it? In either case, this course, produced in conjunction with National Sewing Circle, is what you need to be serging like a pro in no time. Making Friends with Your Serger is a boot camp to get you feeling comfortable with your serger in the shortest time possible. National Sewing Circle instructor ZJ Humbach focuses on the basics rather than overwhelming you with every possible thing a serger can do. ZJ breaks the course into manageable lectures that let you learn your serger inside out. There’s no need to rush. Take your time and master each lecture before moving onto the next or come back and review individual segments as needed. She will provide an in-depth look at maintenance and troubleshooting that will give you confidence to perform basic maintenance on your serger. You will learn about what types of needles to use and when as well as the importance of the thread you use. Discover how easy it is to add professional finishes to your projects using the hemming stitches on your serger. By the end of the course, you’ll feel comfortable with your serger and confident in your newfound skills to make the bonus project that’s included. Also  included is a step-by-step guide to serge a placement and napkin set along with a shopping guide detailing everything needed for the project.

Learn How to Make a BOHO Bag includes pattern and video instructions. My Boho Bag Purse Digital Pattern is very easy to make! This online course includes the Instant Download PDF Pattern. This PDF sewing pattern will allow you to create and sew a very simple Boho Bag Purse that you can customize in numerous ways. The pattern is a printable, computer-drafted pattern that I designed with custom computer software. I have made many items with this pattern and the pieces fit and work well together. This size will print on 2 sheets of 8 1/2 by 11-inch paper. You then tape or glue your pattern pieces together This online course and pattern are specially designed for beginner sewers who are interested in sewing something simple but useful and pretty. Detailed tutorial-style step-by-step video instructions are included. The pattern has tips printed directly onto the pattern. PDF patterns are a digital file that is opened and viewed on your computer using Adobe Acrobat. It is easy to print your instructions from this file. If you do not have Adobe Acrobat, you can download it for free from adobe This PDF file is an instant download. Feel free to use this pattern for selling items providing you give credit to Sugar Plum Dolls in the listing for your item and link back to my website sugar plum dolls Items produced using my design/pattern may be used for personal use, as well as for sale in limited quantities by in-home sewers. In exchange for my generous resale policy, I only request that items for sale state they are made with a PDF sewing pattern from sugar plum dolls Thank you for your purchase and support. You can make the BOHO BAG PURSE in your choice of fabric/materials and colors. You will need to watch the video(s) on how to measure and attach the shoulder strap. I do it this way to save you on printing multiple sheets of paper for the shoulder strap- which is actually a very simple measurement. (see the video tutorial)

If you want to crochet granny squares, then get "How To Crochet Granny Squares" guide. This book takes you through the step by step process to crochet a patchwork blanket using designs borrowed from the granny square, the granny hexagon, the granny star and as a special delight, the knitted hexagon. You will be taught the basic crochet steps. After that all four patterns are presented step by step with pictures to help you through the process. At the end, you will be able to assemble a beautiful patchwork blanket created from all your components. This book will be of tremendous help to beginners and a nice challenge to the more advanced crochet divas out there. In addition, this book includes a segment on color theory. You will develop a new eye for choosing your yarn, employing the proper color terminology. Along with colors, it also explains elements of design and how your crochet pieces can transform a room. You will learn how different color combinations create different moods in the house. From fun fiesta colors to romantic lace, your house can be transformed in an instant. But most importantly, it holds your hand through the process of creating a magnificent patchwork blanket that will be your treasure for a long time to come.

This sewing class will teach beginners some basic techniques as they learn to make a Brush Roll, a fabulous way to store and transport an artist's brushes, a calligrapher's pens, a writer's pencils. Only a simple sewing machine is needed (one with a zigzag stitch) and an iron is absolutely necessary. Very little fabric is needed - the student may be able to use up a scrap for this project! The course may also appeal to more experience sewers, simple because the project makes such a great gift for creative friends. It's also a great way for schoolchildren to keep their markers and coloured pencils.

Being able to do basic pattern alterations on various pattern pieces and different types and styles of clothing will open the door to many garment projects in your future. Pattern alterations may appear daunting at first, but can be easy to master if you break them down into simple, manageable steps. This video course, produced in conjunction with National Sewing Circle, will teach you how to alter shirt necklines, fronts and backs, shirt sleeves, skirts and pants in multiple ways- all of which will fix different common fit issues. First, you will learn what tools are needed to perform these basic alterations, including marking pens and rulers. You will also learn about some of the different pattern papers that can be used when drafting patterns and making alterations, including paper for the whole pattern pieces and smaller pieces of paper that may need to be added to the pattern to complete an alteration. National Sewing Circle Instructor Ashley Hough will then begin by teaching you how to alter the neckline of a shirt pattern piece to make it smaller without changing the overall look of the shirt. This helps to fix the fit issue knows as a gaping neckline, where the shirt either hangs too low in the front or falls too far forward when bending over. While your shirt pattern piece may not look exactly like the one being shown in this course, Ashley will show you how to adapt the alteration to whatever type of pattern you are using. You will then learn how to make alterations to the upper back area of a shirt pattern piece. If it is the shirt sleeves that are giving you a hard time in terms of how they fit, we've got you covered, showing how to make several different shirt sleeve alterations. These include how to make a sleeve larger or smaller in width along the entire sleeve as well as how to make adjustments for larger upper arm areas. The alteration method you will be using in this session of the course is known as the slash and spread. While this method works great for this alteration, it is also something you can master and apply to other areas of garments as well. Once you see how to make the adjustment to the sleeve pattern piece you will then learn what adjustments may be needed in order to make the sleeve fit accurately. Next you will learn how to make various alterations to a pencil skirt pattern. Ashley will cover ways to account for a larger or smaller bottom and a larger abdomen. And finally, you will learn how to make similar adjusts for a larger or smaller bottom on a pair of pants. While skirt and pant alterations can be among some of the trickiest, Ashley will show you how to use simple techniques to make your clothes fit better. In addition to step-by-step video instruction, this video course provides a downloadable PDF that includes step-by-step photos and instructions for each pattern alteration shown in this course. Use these as added visuals when making all of the alterations taught in this class and you are sure to have better fitting garments.

The virtual sewing courses for beginners developed by Gaia & Dubos are designed to teach you the basics of clothing and accessories repair in order to extend the lifecycle of your products. By learning to mend your clothes, you will develop independence, reduce your ecological and social footprint, and save on seamstress expenses! The techniques taught in this course: How to (properly) sew a two or four-hole button How to (properly) sew a shank button How to sew a hook and eye clasp How to cover a hole with a thermobonding patch How to fix a tear How to fix a hole How to fix a cut seam How to stitch a blind hem Our students acclaim our course "I thought I knew how to sew a button... When I watched the first video, I understood... what I didn’t know! What a good technique! My buttons will never fall again only a few weeks after being sewn back on.” - Josée Leclerc, Montreal "The online sewing courses of Gaia & Dubos are excellent! The explanations are clear and easy to understand. I recommend them without hesitation!” - Nancy Potvin, Quebec City