sewing school
JOI Sewing School will be running beginner classes and workshops in Fall of 2010.
These classes and workshops will be run out of local community centers around Calgary. If you are interested or have suggestions as to what classes/workshops and areas of the city you would like us to run these, please email me and I will add you to our subscriber list for information as it comes out.
Please note that a limited number of machines are available for rent if you do not own one - $10/class.
For the absolute beginner who has a machine (or wants to buy a machine) but is lacking the confidence or 'know how' to put it to use!
This class will give you the basic fundamentals to get started and on your way to mastering your sewing dreams! You will leave this class with samples of seam finishes, zippers and hems for future reference as well as make 3 fun and useful projects to test your skills and take you to the next level!
Fabric & material to be purchased by student
It's the beginner class with a theme! Retro aprons & oven mitts are all the rage so why not come and learn to make your own.
This class is geared towards the total beginner or someone with a little sewing experience. We will cover machine & sewing basics, understanding patterns, seam & hem finishes. You will make a coordinating set including: retro styled apron, oven mitts & a hot plate.
Fabric & material to be purchased by student
If you have ever had your jeans hemmed this way, you will know that it looks fantastic but costs a fortune.
Tailors around town will charge you $20 to $30 per pair using this technique. If you own a machine and want to save some time and have something to be proud of, join us for this 2 hour workshop and learn to do your own Euro hem!!
Bring your jeans to class with you or purchase a pair from Goodwill to use while learning this technique.
Must have a zipper foot with machine (this is typically a standard foot that comes with all machines)