Learn to Sew: Machine Sewing Basics

Learn machine sewing basics with Marie Segares! Sponsored by our friends at We Like Sewing, this free one-hour class is the perfect free class for the new, beginner or the sewing enthusiast. After this class, you'll know more about your machine and you'll have the confidence to tackle beginner sewing projects. Plus, you can keep the video forever - all for FREE!

During this class, you'll learn sewing machine basics including:
-An overview of the different parts of a sewing machine
-An introduction to presser feet for different types of sewing
-Standard utility and decorative stitches
-The difference between top and bobbin thread
-How to sew in a straight line

MATERIALS LIST:
-Sewing machine including standard presser foot and any zigzag presser foot that came with your sewing machine.
-Sewing machine manual (if available).
-Universal sewing machine needle - 80/12 suggested size, or needle that came with your sewing machine.
-Quilters pins (or round head, flat head, or T-pins) and pincushion.
-100% size 50 cotton thread in any dark color.
-100% cotton fabric, in white or a light color, cut into three 5" squares. (You can buy "charm packs" of pre-cut 5" squares, or cut your own squares from 1/4 yard of fabric or a "fat quarter" pre-cut fabric.)
Iron-on/fusible stabilizer, such as Sulky Totally Stable, cut into one 5" square.
-Basic sewing supplies: Seam ripper, thread snips or small scissor, etc.

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