Course Description

Want to start sewing but need a helping hand with the basics?

We’re starting right from the beginning, so don’t worry if you’ve never sewn before. And if you’ve been sewing for a while, but without much guidance or without a strong technical focus, I'm sure you’ll notice your skills and your finished projects improve significantly.

We’ll start by taking a quick look at the sewing machine and some of the tools used in sewing. You’ll learn various stitches and seam finishes and, of course, we’ll have lots of time to sew! By the end of the course, you will feel confident enough to begin tackling some of those projects you've been dreaming about!

What am I going to get from this course?

  • Over 50 lectures and 2 hours of video
  • Learn sewing machine basics
  • Thread Your Sewing Machine
  • Make A Bobbin
  • Cut out fabric
  • Pin Fabric to get it ready to sew
  • Sew in a straight line
  • Learn a multitude of stitches and seam finishes
  • Correctly sew the 4 basic seams
  • How to choose fabric and care for it
  • How to choose thread
  • How to use a pattern book
  • How to read a sewing pattern
  • and much more!

Who is this course for?

  • This course is for anyone that wants to learn how to sew.
  • If you are self-taught it will fill in any gaps you may have.
  • Anyone looking to brush up on their skills and learn new ones.

Complete three projects from start to finish

1. A pillowcase with a contrasting band
2. An envelope style throw pillow
3. Makeup brush/Pencil case



If you're ready to start sewing with confidence, this workshop is for you!

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No need to travel to a class or try to work around someone else's schedule. With our online workshops, you can watch the video lessons on your laptop, tablet or phone. Whenever you like, as many times as you like.

Allow your favorite spot with internet access to become your classroom!

This course follows the same format that I have used to teach hundreds of people how to sew in my studio, fabric stores and schools for over 15 years, it works!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:

Q. HOW LONG DOES THE WORKSHOP TAKE TO COMPLETE?

A. That’s up to you! The course is broken down into manageable, bite-size lessons that you can take at a pace that suits you.

There’s no deadline, so you can fit it around your other commitments. And you can go back to the lessons any time you get stuck or feel like a refresher.

Q. WHAT IF I BUY THE WORKSHOP AND THEN CHANGE MY MIND?

A. Your purchase is backed by a 30 day no questions asked money-back guarantee. If the class is not what you expected, simply request a refund within the first 30 days.

Q. WHAT IF I GET STUCK DURING THE WORKSHOP?

A. Don't worry, I’ll be there to help and encourage you. Enrollment includes access to a private, students-only Facebook group to share your work and get feedback from me and your classmates from all over the world!

If you're not on Facebook, you're free to contact me any time with questions.

Professional Seamstress and Sewing Instructor Margaret Smith

Margaret Smith is a professional seamstress and sewing instructor, who loves to teach others how to sew and improve their techniques. Margaret has worked with students from all over the world - students just like YOU who enjoy working with their hands and feel rejuvenated by a relaxing pastime that lets you really show off your creativity!Margaret has dedicated her life to sewing clothing and teaching others new techniques, and she specializes in helping beginners master difficult techniques with ease.Margaret's approach to teaching is practical, down-to-earth and encouraging – she loves sewing, and wants you to love it too!

Course curriculum

    1. Welcome and Group Invitation

      FREE PREVIEW

    2. Welcome Video

    3. Supplies Sewing 101

      FREE PREVIEW

    4. Supply List

      FREE PREVIEW

    1. Machine Parts

      FREE PREVIEW

    2. The Parts of A Sewing machine

    1. Threading A Sewing Machine and Winding A Bobbin

      FREE PREVIEW

    2. How To Use An Automatic Needle Threader

    3. How To Use Your Foot Pedal and Control the Speed of the Machine

    1. Fabric Basics

    2. Identifying the Right and Wrong Side of Fabric

    3. Pinning

    1. ThreadColor

    2. How To Choose The Correct Type Of Thread

    1. How To Use A Pattern Book

    2. How To Read A Sewing Pattern Envelope

About this course

  • $29.00
  • 55 lessons
  • 2 hours of video content

Reviews

5 star rating

First time sewing ever!

Sara Heinle

This course was fantastic! I was able to finish it over three days doing lessons and projects after work. I love all my projects! I'm giving the pillowcase t...

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This course was fantastic! I was able to finish it over three days doing lessons and projects after work. I love all my projects! I'm giving the pillowcase to my sister, made a burlap envelope pillow for myself, and made the makeup roll for a friend! I was really intimidated by sewing before I started this course, and Margaret Made it super approachable. I can't wait to start my next project! I highly recommend this course to anyone looking to learn.

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5 star rating

All the basics

Mary Hill

Margaret does a great job covering all the basics and much more. The fabric information was especially helpful to me.

Margaret does a great job covering all the basics and much more. The fabric information was especially helpful to me.

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5 star rating

Love it! Thank you!!

jessica barst

I haven't even finished the class yet but just wanted to let you know I am loving the class and have already learned SO much! I have always been intimidated ...

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I haven't even finished the class yet but just wanted to let you know I am loving the class and have already learned SO much! I have always been intimidated by my sewing machine and have never felt confident trying to use it to sew anything, until now! Thank you for the detailed step-by-step lessons - great tips for buying fabric, pinning, and especially sewing in a straight line. I can't wait to finish all the projects :)

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