classes
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Dress no. 1
Learn how to make the garment that started it all! Dress no. 1 is a sleeveless dress with a wearable A-line silhouette. The neck and armholes are finished with bias tape, while patch pockets add flair and utility.
when: Sunday, January 12th 10am-2pm
where: 100 Acts of Sewing Studio, San Francisco
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sew curious
Do you have a sewing machine that's sitting in a closet? Is the difference between a pedal and a presser foot puzzling? Then this is the beginning sewing class for you! Learn how to thread a machine, wind a bobbin and get sewing.
when: Wednesday, January 22nd 6pm-8pm
where: 100 Acts of Sewing Studio, San Francisco
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sewing lab
Do you have a sewing project you need help with or is there a garment you started but never got around to hemming? Bring it to this drop-in, monthly sewing class!
when: Thursday, January 16th 6pm-8pm
where: 100 Acts of Sewing Studio, San Francisco
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Pants no. 1
Stitch up a pair of pants with a relaxed fit. In this class students will learn how to select fabric, tips on cutting and laying out pattern pieces to avoid confusion and how to make an elastic waistband. Instruction will also be given for patch and inseam pockets options.
when: TBD
where: 100 Acts of Sewing Studio, San Francisco
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Shirt no. 1
Learn to sew your own clothes, starting with this uncomplicated garment - just four seams and a hem. The neck is finished with a bias tape facing. Students will learn how to cut pattern pieces, finish seams and make their own bias tape.
when: TBD
where: 100 Acts of Sewing Studio, San Francisco
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Dress no. 2
Take the mystery out of sewing sleeves! Dress no. 2 is a basic garment with set in sleeves and a slight A-line silhouette. The neck is finished with bias tape and there are options to finish with patch or in-seam pockets.
when: TBD
where: 100 Acts of Sewing Studio, San Francisco
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Dress no. 3
Learn to sew a simple v-neck caftan, finished with bias tape facing and optional side vents. Stitch one up for lounging around the house or going to the beach – wear it whenever and look fabulous.
when: TBD
where: 100 Acts of Sewing Studio, San Francisco
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Skirt no. 1
Learn to sew your own clothes, starting with a knee-length bias cut skirt. This simple garment is just three seams and a hem! The class will cover how to cut pattern pieces on the bias, finish seams and making an elastic waistband.
when: TBD
where: 100 Acts of Sewing Studio, San Francisco
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Tunic no. 1
Who doesn't love a tunic? This easy to wear garment with dropped-shoulder sleeves comes in two length options: cropped at the waist or skimming the thighs. The neck is finished with bias tape and a handy patch pocket.
when: TBD
where: 100 Acts of Sewing Studio, San Francisco
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Shirt no. 2
This workshop will dive head-first into sewing with knit fabric. The shirt can be made with short or long sleeves and the scoop neck is finished with a fabric band. Students will learn how to cut pattern pieces, sew seams, attach sleeves and hem edges.
when: TBD
where: 100 Acts of Sewing Studio, San Francisco
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put a pocket on it!
Pockets are useful things. Using a fat quarter of fabulous fabric, they are also a great way to add panache to your clothes. In this class students will learn an easy technique to make patch pockets with options to add a facing band in contrasting fabric.
when: TBD
where: 100 Acts of Sewing Studio, San Francisco
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bias tape demystified
Does bias tape make you break into cold sweat? Discover what you need for success and how to easily apply it to your sewing projects. In this class students will learn how to make their own bias tape and use it as a contrasting edging on a pair of pockets.
when: TBD
where: 100 Acts of Sewing Studio, San Francisco
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machine mending
A well-loved garment is a well worn one. Learn how to extend the life of your clothes by fixing holes and mending rips. This class is firmly in the visible mending camp. Bring items from your mending pile and wear your patches with pride!
when: TBD
where: 100 Acts of Sewing Studio, San Francisco