Fundamentals Sewing Series | Beginner-Friendly, In-Person (4 Weeks)

Start Sewing With Confidence — Not Confusion

The Fundamentals Sewing Series at SewSlick Studio is a 4-week, in-person sewing series designed for absolute beginners and those seeking a strong foundation in sewing: small-group instruction, hands-on projects, and a calm, supportive studio environment.

This series is intentionally slow-paced, supportive, and skills-focused. You’ll learn how to operate a sewing machine properly, understand fabric types, read sewing patterns, and complete multiple projects with confidence.

• Sewing machine operation & troubleshooting
• Sewing straight and curved lines
• Fabric types (woven vs knit)
• Pattern reading & basic garment construction
• Foundational techniques you’ll reuse in advanced classes

• Pillow cover
• Knit fabric project
• Lined zipper pouch
• Lounge shorts (gender-neutral, elastic waist)

• Duration: 4-week series
• Schedule: Saturdays | 3 hours each week
• Format: In-person, small group instruction
• Seats: Limited (intimate class size)

✔️ Printed SewSlick workbook
✔️ All class materials
✔️ Sewing machines available in the studio
✔️ Supportive, mentor-led instruction

$275
Workbook & materials included.

Info: Welcome & class overview.

Introduction to the SewSlick Method.

Sewing machine parts & setup.

Threading the machine and winding a bobbin.

Info: Sewing rhythm & machine control.

Practicing straight and curved seams.

Troubleshooting common beginner issues.

Info: Completing Lounge Shorts (gender-neutral).

Final fitting, finishing, and reflection.

Info: Fabric types: woven vs knit.

How fabric affects stitch and construction.

Cutting and preparing knit fabric.

Info: Sewing with knit fabric techniques.

Pinning, stretching, and stitch control.

Combining two knit fabrics into one project.

Info: Completing a knit project.

Troubleshooting stretch-related issues.

Confidence-building repetition.

Info: Introduction to zippers.

Zipper anatomy & zipper feet.

Understanding construction sequence.

Info: Installing a zipper step-by-step.

Working with lining and structure.

Info: Completing a Lined Zipper Pouch.

Pressing, finishing, and evaluating results.

Info: Introduction to body measurements.

Using a measuring tape correctly.

Understanding sizing and pattern basics.

Info: Garment construction concepts.

Working with elastic waistbands.

Preparing and assembling garment pieces.

Info: Completing Lounge Shorts (gender-neutral).

Final fitting, finishing, and reflection.

Know what’s Happening Next — before everyone else does.

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