JUNIOR SEW-CIOLOGY 1 & 2: Ages 9-17 years (Thursdays Nov.-Dec.)
JUNIOR SEW-CIOLOGY 1 & 2: Ages 9-17 years (Thursdays Nov.-Dec.)
Taught by Gillian McDonnell
(If your child has already completed Level 1; They well now move onto Level 2 Course)
An introduction into the world of sewing, this course is ideal for kids 9 & up who show an interest in the art form. This small group class setting will allow kids to learn the basics of how to operate a sewing machine safely. They will have the opportunity to let their creativity take on new forms. Practicing eye-hand coordination, operating a sewing machine & patience.
- Requirement: None (Beginner)
- Small class sizes: 6 students
- Class length: 6 x 1.5hr
SCHEDULE
This course runs every Thursday 5-6:30 pm November 14th - December 19th
COURSE OUTLINE
Level 1: Class #1:
- Sewing Machine Basics: Safety, Function & Parts
- Practice Using Machine (without Thread)
- Foot Control, eye-hand coordination, stirring, patience
- Review Quiz Oral & Worksheets
Class #2:
- Sewing (on machine) without Thread
- Worksheet Shapes & Mazes Learning to Pivot
- Learning to Thread Machine & inserting bobbin
Class #3:
- Practice Scissor Skills & Scissor Safety
- Sewing Shapes with Multiple layers (Paper Bag & Batting)
- Practice Sewing multiple layers
- Ironing Safety & how to use
- Learning sewing curves
- Learning Pinning & tracing Techniques (patterns & shapes)
- Seam allowance
Class #4: Project: Pillow Case
- Learning to follow directions (written & oral)
- Scissor skills (cutting out pieces for project)
- Pinning Practice
- Learning different Techniques (French Seams, etc.)
- Iron safety review & Practice
Class #5: Project: Tote Bag
- Learning use of Notions (Straps)
- Hemming (Measuring)
- Learning importance of reinforcement stitches
- Learning difference stitch types (Zig-Zag Stitch)
Class #6: Final Class
- Finishing up current projects
- Bonus small projects
Course with all supplies provided totals $200.00 plus tax
If your child has completed Level 1 Junior Sew-ciology this is the course outline for Level 2
- Requirement: completed Junior Sew-ciology 1
- Small class sizes: 6 students
- Class length: 6 x 1.5hr
Course Outline:
Level 2: Class #1:
- Review (test knowledge)
- Introduction to hand sewing
- Threading needle
- Tying knots
- Different Stitching Techniques (Running, Ladder, Cross, Blanket & Whip Stitch)
Class #2:
- Introduction to different types of fabrics & Uses
- Hand sewing project (Pin-cushion: for future use)
Class #3 & 4: Project: PJ Pant Pattern
- Learning to read a commercial pattern
- Learning to take body measurements (to determine sizing)
- Learning the importance of Pre-washing fabrics
- Laying out pattern pieces on fabrics
- Cutting out pattern
- Learning to sew a garment
- Importance of Directional Sewing
- Using all skills developed from Junior Sew-ciology 1 & 2
Class #5: Project: Zipper Pencil Case
- Making Button holes on Machine
- Hand sewing on different styles of buttons
Class #6: Final Project: Plushy
- Putting into practice all skills developed.
- Machine sewing, Hand sewing
- Button eyes