Beginner sewing classes near wellesley, MA

Question

When i was younger i could make killer pillows and stuff but now I'm interested in making clothing and bags. I'm having some trouble remembering how to use my sewing machine and to sew well. So i'm looking for a beginner sewing course i could do to get me started. I live in Wellesley, MA and was hoping to find classes close by.

thanks!

Answer 1

Or any sewing machine shop.  (Hi, Saaanen!)

You might also be interested in:

http://www.butterick.com/item/CC770.htm?...

(there's also a packet  to accompany that has all the bits, and a fitting dvd is also available.)

This DVD starts with a young lady who had literally never sewn before, learning how to thread the machine, and then goes on through completion of a camp shirt.  Supplementary materials cover zippers, etc.  Crawford taught sewing, patternmaking and draping at FIDM for 30 years before "retiring" to work with those of us who sew at home.  The DVD was intended as a beginning crash course suitable for use by scout troops, 4-H, and beginning sewing enthusiasts.

Answer 2

Check you local high school, your cooperative extension office, or any fabric store.