Workshop | Getting Acquainted with your Sewing Machine

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Did you purchase a sewing machine once upon a time, only to shove it in the back of the closet because you became frustrated and had nobody to help you learn? Well, it’s time to dig it out and learn how to use it and ignite your creative spirit! Join us and open up a whole new world of possibilities.

Prerequisites: Must have a new(ish) sewing machine that is fully functional with all the basic accessories.

Class limited to 6 students

Sewing Machine

2 different color spools of thread

Size 14 sharp sewing machine needles

1. Threading the machine.

2. Winding a bobbin and inserting into the machine properly.

3. Creating good sewing habits for a successful sewing hobby.

4. Using the correct needle for different fabrications.

5. Introduction to utility stitches.

6. Practicing straight and zig zag stitches.

7. Let’s talk about sewing machine accessories.

8. Proper identification for all sewing machine parts.

9. How to change the presser foot.

10. Basics of maintaining the sewing machine.

Students will leave class with a fabric sample book they created in class for reference later.

Once registered, students will need to submit a photo of their machine with the make and model information so the instructor can be prepared to tailor specifics to each attendee. You can submit the photo and info to [email protected].

The class fee is $70.00 which will include the fabric sample book.

Instructor Biography:

Roxanne Blanc, Fashion Designer

My sewing journey started at age 4 when learning how to hand embroider with my Mother and Nana. Learning to sew on a sewing machine quickly followed and by high school I was designing and making my own garments.

In college I earned a degree in Fashion Design and Production Pattern Making. Specializing in Bridal and Eveningwear, I landed my first major brand as assistant designer to Eva Forsyth. This was at the height of her career in Charlottesville, Virginia while collaborating with the Designer, Scassi. I was lucky to have learned from her and continued on in my career as a Designer at Couture Fashions in Miami, Florida.

Shortly after I transitioned to a new career as a Textile Designer/Drafter at Metritek in Boca Raton, Florida. Metritek was one of the largest family-owned knitting mills in North America that specialized in the production of lingerie and bridal laces. Over a 15-year period I became an expert at designing and drafting patterns for Jacquardtronic, Binary, Fascination and Jacquard machines. I currently enjoy being a freelance pattern maker for a ladies apparel brand that specializes in bold prints for an activewear collection.

For the past 12 years I’ve enjoyed sharing and teaching sewing techniques through my YouTube channel, Roxanne Stitches as well as one on one teaching. It’s exciting to me to help open the world of sewing to new sewists with interest in learning these skills.

** Please note, Refunds will be processed only if requested 72+ hours prior to scheduled workshop date/time. No refund will be given if requested less than seventy two (72) hours until scheduled workshop time for any reason. Only one ticket transfer will be allowed per person per workshop type, and will only occur if requested outside of the 72 hour mark of the registered workshop. To request a refund and cancel your ticket, please call 561-330-9614**

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