Kids Sewing 101

A sewing course for children ages 6-14

What you'll learn

Know how to use a sewing machine safely

Use an iron safely

Identify the parts of a sewing machine

Thread a sewing machine and wind a bobbin correctly

Complete several sewing projects

Requirements

No prior sewing experience is necessary.

Student will need a sewing machine, iron, fabric, pins and scissors

Student will need basic sewing supplies

Description

Has your child always wanted to learn to sew? Not quite sure how to get started? Have no fear, I've got you covered! 
By the end of the course your child will be sewing with confidence!
This online summer camp includes videos and printable instructions that will walk your child through everything they need to know to complete each project safely and sew with ease and confidence. 

WHO IS IT FOR? 

It's ideal for kids between 8 years and 14 years old who would like to learn to sew and stitch and/or who already have an established desire for sewing, design and crafts.
CLASSES ON YOUR SCHEDULE
Finally, classes scheduled when it is convenient for you! You can log in anytime, day or night. Your child will have lifetime access to the course including updates as the are added!
WHAT YOUR CHILD WILL LEARN
How to Safely operate a sewing machineHow to cut fabricHow to be creative and select their own fabrics & trims for their projectsHow to sew 3 different basic stitches on a sewing machineHow to use an Iron safelyAnd much more!
Complete 2 projects from start to finish
1. A bookmark

2. A pillowcase with a contrasting band.

This course follows the same format that I have used to teach hundreds of children how to sew in my studio, fabric stores and schools for over 15 years so I know it works!
The classes are self-paced, so students are encouraged to be creative and work at their own pace.


Overview

Section 1: Welcome to Kids Sewing 101

Lecture 1 Welcome to Kids Sewing 101

Lecture 2 Kids Sewing 101 Course Supplies

Lecture 3 Printable Worksheets and Supply List

Section 2: Setup and Safety

Lecture 4 Setting Up Your Work Area

Lecture 5 Sewing Supply Safety

Lecture 6 Sewing Machine Safety

Lecture 7 How to use an iron safely

Lecture 8 How to use an iron safely

Lecture 9 How to use a seam ripper safely

Section 3: Getting To Know Your Sewing Machine

Lecture 10 10 Basic Parts of a Sewing Machine

Lecture 11 Parts of the sewing machine advanced

Lecture 12 Parts of the Sewing Machine Printable

Section 4: Learning Control

Lecture 13 Controlling your speed and guiding fabric without a needle

Lecture 14 Controlling your speed and guiding fabric with a needle

Section 5: Sewing In A Straight Line: Making A Pillowcase

Lecture 15 Intro

Lecture 16 Sewing the main body

Lecture 17 Sewing the band

Lecture 18 How to Make a bobbin and thread the machine

Lecture 19 Attaching the band

Section 6: Changing Your Stitches: Sewing A Bookmark

Lecture 20 Bookmark Supplies

Lecture 21 Bookmark pattern

Lecture 22 Cutting Out Your Bookmark

Lecture 23 Cutting the ribbon

Lecture 24 Sewing the ribbon

Lecture 25 Topstitching

Section 7: Sewing Curves

Lecture 26 Introduction To Sewing Curves

Lecture 27 Sewing Curves Practice Sheets

Section 8: Let's Sew An Apron

Lecture 28 Apron Supplies

Lecture 29 Getting Your Fabric Ready

Lecture 30 Cutting Out The Apron Pattern

Lecture 31 Cutting Your Apron Out

Lecture 32 Cutting The Apron Ties

Lecture 33 Ironing the ties

Lecture 34 Finishing the ties

Lecture 35 Pinning The front And Back

Lecture 36 Sewing The Apron

Kids ages 6-16 that want to learn how to sew or improve their skills.