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Doreen 519.434.7449 koold1@hotmail.ca
current class offerings
Know Your Machine
Beginner Sewing for All Ages
Beginner Sewing for All Ages
Practice the basics: wind the bobbin and thread your machine, adjust tension, safe operation, stitch length and style, cleaning and oiling, etc.
Beginner Sewing for All Ages
Beginner Sewing for All Ages
Beginner Sewing for All Ages
Through a series of beginner projects learn the basics: fabric types; layout, pin, and cut a pattern; safe sewing; seams, seam allowances, and seam finishes; hems, elastic casing, pockets, and zippers.
Project descriptions are provided below.
Advanced Sewing
Beginner Sewing for All Ages
Advanced Sewing
Individualized instruction provided to suit your goals. Learn to fit and design patterns. Advanced sewing skills: set -in sleeves, waistbands, princess seams, collars, etc.
things to know About Embellish lessons
Available Times
Evenings: Wednesday and Thursday,
6:30 to 9:00 pm
Mornings: Tuesday to Thursday and Saturday 10:00 am to 12:30 am
Afternoons: Tuesday to Thursday,
1:00 to 3:30 pm
Please contact me with your time preferences koold1@hotmail.ca or
(519) 434-7449
Dates and times will be confirmed after forming groups.
Once the date and time has been set, please pay a 50% deposit via e-transfer or through the website.
Supporting and Valuing Creativity
Embellish lessons are project based. Every project is carefully designed to build upon the skill sets that the others feature.
By teaching why a technique is used and not just how, students are empowered to work independently. Through coming to understanding a skill, they can use it fulfill their goals.
As well as being suited to beginners, every project offers a review and tips and tricks of value to experienced sewers.
Instructional videos are provided to support your independent sewing.
Accessibility and Affordability
Accessibility and Affordability
At Embellish, we believe in making creative activity accessible to everyone, including making lessons affordable. Here are three ways how:
1. Enjoy a one-time "Learn your Machine" lesson prior to any lesson (1 hour length)
2. Shared household family members (e.g. parent/child) receive a 10% discount.
3. Complete all three beginner projects and receive a free 2 hour lesson of your choice.
*If you want to learn but are facing financial challenges during these difficult times please contact Doreen at Embellish to discuss options.
Beginner project # 1
Boxer Shorts or Child PJ bottoms
Boxer shorts and PJs are an excellent no-fail first project.
The unique adventure of transforming flat fabric into wearable three-dimensional sculpture is an exciting experience.
For previous sewers, this project provides a great review and many tips and tricks.
So that the project can be completed in class time, sewers will make boxer shorts for themselves or PJs for a young child .
You will be able to translate your new skills into making personalized
PJ bottoms and casual pants that you love.
What Will You Learn?
- Basic fabric types (woven versus knit, cotton versus polyester)
- Take measurements and choose a pattern size
- How to pin a pattern on fabric and cut on grain so that your garment never twists
- Sew seams with accurate seam allowances and proper seam finishes so that your seams will never fray and rip
- Finish your boxer shorts or PJs with an elastic casing at the waist and finished hems
Details and Cost
- You receive two classes; each class is 2+ hours in length
- Along with the use of a pattern, materials provided include fabric, thread, and elastic
- The cost is $80.00 (includes HST)
- Number of participants: 2 to 4, all ages. Shared household family members (e.g. parent/child) receive a 10% discount
- An instructional video is provided to support your independent sewing
Beginner Project # 2
The Apron
What Will You Learn?
What Will You Learn?
The apron is an excellent learning extension to complement the boxer shorts/PJs.
Discover how a flat apron is surprisingly 3-d because it is designed to wrap around the body.
You will enjoy the function of this product. Aprons are a fun seasonal project and also make great gifts
What Will You Learn?
What Will You Learn?
What Will You Learn?
- Learn how to cut on the fold
- Sew a facing to finish edges
- Create and attach a patch pocket
- Work with contrasting fabrics to express yourself
- Add straps and ties — a counterintuitive method!
- Hem a garment by creating mitered corners
Details and Cost
What Will You Learn?
Details and Cost
- You receive two classes; each class is 2+ hours in length
- Along with the use of a pattern, materials provided include three coordinating fabrics, thread, and apron ties
- The cost is $80.00 (includes HST)
- Number of participants: 2 to 4, all ages.
beginner project # 3
Hand Sew a Handy Bag
Hand Sew a Handy Bag
Hand Sew a Handy Bag
Personalize a bag by choosing its size, design, and fabrics.
You are the designer — learn the basics of pattern design.
Add pockets and closures to suit the function of your bag. Perhaps you will make a casual handbag or tote, or a bag to hold your sewing supplies.
What Will You Learn?
Hand Sew a Handy Bag
Hand Sew a Handy Bag
- Sew in a zipper
- Add buttons and button holes as you please
- Sew in a lining
- Explore pocket designs on the bag and in the lining
- Insert grommets
- Make a strap
Details and Cost
Hand Sew a Handy Bag
Details and Cost
- You receive two classes; each class is 2+ hours in length
- Materials provided include unlimited coordinating fabrics, thread, assorted closures (zippers and buttons), and grommets
- The cost is $80.00 (includes HST)
- Number of participants: 2 to 4, all ages
