Beginner Sewing Class: Sewing 101 is a 4-part series designed specifically for beginners; we help you learn to sew from step 1 — you can even bring your machine still in the box!
Sewing 101 Class Dates and Supplies: Use the dropdown above to select the class dates that work best for you. Upon registration you will receive an email that includes a PDF with more details. We can’t wait to see you in class!
Sewing 101 Class Details:
Class 1: We jump right in, teaching you how to thread your machine, wind a bobbin and use the stitch selector. You’ll even make a napkin with mitered corners to take home at the end of your very first class.
Class 2: You’ll learn to sew a reversible tote bag. But you’ll learn so much more about fabric, print directional, picking a lining vs your exterior fabric, installing handles, top stitching and more.
Class 3: We’re making a roll-up organizer. This clever project is perfect for storing your sewing tools, make-up brushes, crayons or colored pencils, toiletries and more. We’ll be reinforcing the material you learned in the first two classes, honing in on your sewing accuracy, learning to use bias tape, adding pockets and more.
Class 4: Graduation night is a big one; you’ll make a piped zippered pillow! You’ll use all of the skills from classes 1-3 and then you’ll learn to install a zipper using your zipper foot, sewing down cording and more.
We’ve taught hundreds of people just like you how to sew — not just sewing that one project in class, but really LEARNING how to sew, so you’ll be able to make projects at home on your own. Our seasoned instructors that have the knowledge and patience to set you on the right path.
Prerequisite: None
Skills You’ll Learn: all the basics of your machine (you can even bring it still in the box!), backtacking, corners, curves, zippers, trim, linings, bindings, installing handles, hand stitching and finishing.
Instructor(s): Diana, Darcy, Sarah
Cost: $375 if you bring your own sewing machine, $400 if you rent ours. Note: rental machines remain at the studio. If you love sewing as much as we do by the end of your fourth class, we can help make recommendations for a machine that is perfect for the projects you want to create. Class includes 10 hours of instruction.
Important Class Info: You will receive an email upon registering which will include a PDF with a list of supplies to bring to each class.
A little about Diana:
Diana is a passionate self-taught sewist who began her sewing journey as an adult. Over time, she mastered the art of creating beautiful quilts, stylish bags, and unique clothing. Her creativity shines through in her quilt designs, which are entirely her own. Diana’s true calling lies in teaching others to sew. She finds immense joy in guiding beginners and watching their skills flourish. She is dedicated to sharing her craft and inspiring others to embark on their own sewing adventures.
A little about Darcy:
Darcy has been sewing for basically her entire life, growig up with grandmothers and a mother who sewed so it’s always been a part of Darcy’s life. She worked in a fabric shop in high school and got back into sewing as an adult when her best friend couldn’t find nursery things she loved for her first baby. Darcy caught the quilting bug and has been loving it ever since! Sewing 101 is Darcy’s favorite class to teach because watching people go from scared to turn their machine on to actually sewing in four weeks is MAGICAL!
A little about Sarah:
Sarah has a bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design from Western Michigan University. When not teaching at Fabricate Studios or traveling, you can find Sarah at her studio Revive Threads Co. where she loves creating sustainable clothing by upcycling amazing treasures and vintage fabrics. All of the clothing at Revive Threads is made from 90%-100% recycled materials.
Before launching Revive Threads Co. Sarah worked full-time in the industry using her skills in professional pattern making, technical pattern drafting, draping, and bringing paper to life at an apparel company in the metro Atlanta area. Sarah has over 8 years of hands-on experience that she willingly shares with the students at Fabricate Studios.
We love to hear from our students! Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. You can visit Google to leave a review or see what others are saying about us.
“Diana is an EXCELLENT teacher. Clear, patient, breaks it all down step by step + she has a sense of humor.
I did the class just to hang with my daughter but I ended up loving it + buying a sewing machine. So fun!
Don’t worry, I had NO skills but I made a cute project every class! Do it!” ~Lisa (Google)
“I’ve been taking their sewing 101 class and Diana is a wonderful teacher. Her passion for sewing and quilting is obvious and she does a great job at helping newbies through their projects. I’ve already signed up for 2 more classes with Fabricate. Highly recommend!” ~Mahssa (Google)
“I took the sewing 101 class with Diana and had a great experience! After getting a sewing machine for Christmas, I was so intimidated to get started. But now I’m so thankful I found this class. Diana guided me through the entire process of winding a bobbin, threading the machine, and of course, the sewing! We made several projects that I’m super proud of, plus after graduation, Diana provided additional resources on how to make even more projects. I highly recommend the 101 course!” ~Brooke (Google)
“I just took 101 sewing with them and it was great. I haven’t come close to a machine in 20 years and after only 4 classes im hooked up, sewing basic stuff with very good technique and full of projects! I’ll be back for more classes and thank you Diana for being such a wonderful teacher!!” ~Tati (Google)
“This place is the best! I didn’t learn to sew in my youth so I’m making up for lost time, having fun, and making some really cute pieces in Sewing 101. Sara is a talented and patient teacher and sets a great tone for the class. I am really enjoying sewing now!” ~Laurie (Google)
“I took the Sewing 101 class- includes 4 dedicated projects (with extra projects)! Diana, my teacher, was so kind, patient and knowledgeable. I was a total newbie that had no idea about using my sewing machine. I really enjoyed the classes and had fun with my fellow classmates! I can’t wait to start Sewing 102!” ~Weslyn (Google)
“My beginning sewing class was fantastic! Diana was incredibly helpful and supportive with our group. The group size (5) was perfect. Diana was able to help and facilitate us all within the class time. I never felt rushed and the homework is straight-forward (with pictures!). I always felt encouraged and safe to ask lots of questions 🙂 I will definitely be taking another class soon!” ~Lola (Google)
“I just finished the sewing 101 class with Diana and cannot say enough good things about the studio, class, or teacher! The studio has plenty of cutting space and materials for working with your fabric and is set-up in such a way as to make your set/up super easy.
In Sewing 101, we got familiar with our individual machines and comfortable working with them. Diana was a pro at walking us through these processes while providing helpful tips and tricks. Most importantly, she made it all accessible and met each student exactly where we were. Some of these tips solved consistent challenges I’d been facing when sewing at home and helped make my time sewing both easier and more joyful!
The projects were thoughtfully ordered in such a way as to build upon skills learned in the previous class and resulted in great items to keep or gives as gifts to family or friends. Finally, I cannot say enough about Diana’s focus and patience. She was always happy to contextualize her answers so we could apply them to multiple sewing situations or techniques and happy to remind us of basic steps in our sewing process. I’ll definitely be taking another class at Fabricate! This class brought a lot of joy and fun to my life!!!!” ~Joshua (Google)
