SEWING CLASSES
I teach sewing instruction of all levels and types. Lessons range from beginning to intermediate, and include hand sewing and machine sewing. My focus is primarily on clothing construction, but I can also teach soft goods sewing (curtains, pillows, etc.) and alterations. Lessons are one hour, and taught at my studio and shop in Grass Valley. Students can bring their own sewing machines, or use the machines I have on site. All supplies and materials are provided. I teach both individual lessons and group classes. Please call or email for more information about current classes and individual lessons.
Beginning Machine Sewing Class
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In this beginning machine sewing class students will learn the basics of sewing including the necessary tools of the trade, running a sewing machine, and will practice their new skills working on a project that they can take home. Classes run 1.5 hours.
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Class: 2 minimum/5 maximum participants (please note: if attendance does not meet minimum, class will be rescheduled)
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Cost: $55 for 1.5 hours, all materials and equipment provided
​Registration: Please see my Class and Events Calendar for a schedule of upcoming class dates, and then email me to register.
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Open Workshop - Sewing Studio
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This is an open workshop for those who want time to work on ongoing projects, and need assistance and/or guidance. Students can bring projects they'd like to work on, and will have the use of my studio and equipment.
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Class: 5 maximum participants
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Cost: $25 per hour per person​
Registration: Please see my Class and Events Calendar for a schedule of upcoming workshop dates, and then email me to register.
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INDIVIDUAL SEWING LESSONS
Individual Sewing Lessons for Charter School Students, Home School Students and Individuals
I offer one-on-one sewing lessons for local charter and home school students, as well as other individuals wanting to learn to sew. I am a registered vendor for many charter schools, so voucher funds can be used for lessons. Please contact me to inquire about lessons for your child or yourself:
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Phone: 530-382-0809
Email: fabrefactionstudio@gmail.com​​
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Lessons Offered:
Beginning Sewing:
This lesson plan is for those completely new to sewing, or those who haven’t done any sewing in a long time and need a refresher. Sewing is not at all difficult if you take one step at a time as a beginner. ​​
​Individual lessons are generally one hour, with instruction/demonstration of new skills, student practice, and working on ongoing projects. Examples of projects include: Creating an envelope pillow cover, a simple pair of pajama pants, a drawstring backpack, and other beginning projects utilizing both machine and hand sewing techniques. Lessons can be scheduled one at a time, but a series of 4 is recommended.
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Individual lessons are $60/hour and all equipment is provided, fabric and materials for initial 4 lessons is provided as well.
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Intermediate Sewing:
This lesson plan is for those who already know how to use a sewing machine and have successfully completed several sewing projects on their own. We’ll dive deeper into more advanced techniques and working with patterns for sewing clothing.
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Individual lessons are generally one hour, with instruction/demonstration of new skills, student practice, and working on ongoing projects. Examples of projects include: Making a skirt from a pattern, making a simple jacket from a pattern, making a corset or vest from a pattern, costume construction, and projects that students choose on their own.
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Individual lessons are $60/hour and all fabric, equipment, supplies and needed materials are provided
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**NEW** Shop and Studio Location
10055 Wolf Road
Suite 6
Grass Valley, CA 95949
(530) 382-0809
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​About Me and the Lessons
I am a professional clothing and costume designer with my own clothing design studio that offers unique, handmade clothing and costume pieces with a historical feel. In my more than 30 years of experience I have developed a unique set of sewing and design skills that I love to share with others. I can teach anything from beginning machine or hand sewing up to advanced clothing construction, costume design, alterations, interior design products, or anything else you can dream up!​​
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