I teach the following textile classes at TechShop:
Textile Meet-Ups
industrial? serger? machine embroidery? robust home machine? not sure what it's all about? what can you can do with TechShop's different sewing machines? just how many layers of fabric can you sew together with TechShop's easy to use robust home version sewing machine? come to one of our meet-ups and check it out!
available to members and non-members alike.
what happens at these? just about anything you can safely do with sewing machines at TechShop. we discuss our latest projects and new materials we're thinking of using as well as introduce new people to these fun and impactful machines! come by for a free peek!
industrial? serger? machine embroidery? robust home machine? not sure what it's all about? what can you can do with TechShop's different sewing machines? just how many layers of fabric can you sew together with TechShop's easy to use robust home version sewing machine? come to one of our meet-ups and check it out!
available to members and non-members alike.
what happens at these? just about anything you can safely do with sewing machines at TechShop. we discuss our latest projects and new materials we're thinking of using as well as introduce new people to these fun and impactful machines! come by for a free peek!
Embroidery Digitizing Seminar
learn how to print with thread!
thread paint your own reality with an embroidery machine and digitizing software.
put spiders on your pillowcases - or someone else's. create standalone thread skeleton embellishments in your choice of colors and sizes.
today's embroidery machines will even print an "f" followed by a "u" ... and a few other letters of your choosing. come join the embroidery world expression explosion!
learn how to print with thread!
thread paint your own reality with an embroidery machine and digitizing software.
put spiders on your pillowcases - or someone else's. create standalone thread skeleton embellishments in your choice of colors and sizes.
today's embroidery machines will even print an "f" followed by a "u" ... and a few other letters of your choosing. come join the embroidery world expression explosion!
Grocery Tote Bag Project
become one with the sewing machine by making this tote bag!
small or large, learn what it takes to make seams that won't fall out in the wash or during use. use several functional stitches, learn how to set them up and when to use them. go GREEN with your own tote bags!
we'll discuss how to change the size of the tote, add pockets, change positioning of handles and reinforce the bag and handles. for those who have taken the Serger SBU, serge seams when appropriate and learn how to tell when to sew and when to serge.
this is a simple project in a short time span that's packed with juicy knowledge and class time on the machine to slingshot the beginning sewer/maker on your way to building bigger, better, more customized fabric items you dream of.
become one with the sewing machine by making this tote bag!
small or large, learn what it takes to make seams that won't fall out in the wash or during use. use several functional stitches, learn how to set them up and when to use them. go GREEN with your own tote bags!
we'll discuss how to change the size of the tote, add pockets, change positioning of handles and reinforce the bag and handles. for those who have taken the Serger SBU, serge seams when appropriate and learn how to tell when to sew and when to serge.
this is a simple project in a short time span that's packed with juicy knowledge and class time on the machine to slingshot the beginning sewer/maker on your way to building bigger, better, more customized fabric items you dream of.
Corded Bag Project
become one with the sewing machine by making this tote bag!
small or large, learn what it takes to make seams that won't fall out in the wash or during use. use several functional stitches, learn how to set them up and when to use them. go GREEN with your own tote bags!
we'll discuss how to change the size of the tote, add pockets, change positioning of handles and reinforce the bag and handles. for those who have taken the Serger SBU, serge seams when appropriate and learn how to tell when to sew and when to serge.
this is a simple project in a short time span that's packed with juicy knowledge and class time on the machine to slingshot the beginning sewer/maker on your way to building bigger, better, more customized fabric items you dream of.
become one with the sewing machine by making this tote bag!
small or large, learn what it takes to make seams that won't fall out in the wash or during use. use several functional stitches, learn how to set them up and when to use them. go GREEN with your own tote bags!
we'll discuss how to change the size of the tote, add pockets, change positioning of handles and reinforce the bag and handles. for those who have taken the Serger SBU, serge seams when appropriate and learn how to tell when to sew and when to serge.
this is a simple project in a short time span that's packed with juicy knowledge and class time on the machine to slingshot the beginning sewer/maker on your way to building bigger, better, more customized fabric items you dream of.
Embroidery Machine Safety and Basic Usage (SBU)
learn what it takes to print with thread using an embroidery machine. learn the basics of fabric and stabilizer, how to hoop your materials, and how to drive the machine to get your unique designs painted in thread!
learn what it takes to print with thread using an embroidery machine. learn the basics of fabric and stabilizer, how to hoop your materials, and how to drive the machine to get your unique designs painted in thread!
Basic and Industrial Sewing Safety and Basic Usage (SBU)
people repair backpacks, messenger bags, even ice skates after taking this class! they go on to make tents, rocket parachutes, leather bags, sails, battery packs, motorcycle covers, costumes, jeans, you name it.
people repair backpacks, messenger bags, even ice skates after taking this class! they go on to make tents, rocket parachutes, leather bags, sails, battery packs, motorcycle covers, costumes, jeans, you name it.
Serger Machine Safety and Basic Usage (SBU)
learn how to use a serger, how to thread it, what sorts of stitches it can make, and when it's best to apply them. makes certain sewing tasks a breeze!
learn how to use a serger, how to thread it, what sorts of stitches it can make, and when it's best to apply them. makes certain sewing tasks a breeze!