JUNIOR SEW-CIOLOGY 1: Ages 9-17 years (Thursdays September & October)

Taught by Gillian McDonnell

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 September 19th - October 24th

COURSE OUTLINE

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 
• Dot-to-Dot worksheets (with different colour threads to practice & reinforce threading the machine 

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 

• Quiz 

Course with all supplies provided totals $200.00 plus tax