How to Use Your Sewing Machine

This course is for those who have absolutely no sewing experience or who may have learnt to sew years ago and would like to take up sewing as a new experience or to reacquaint themselves with the machine sewing. It includes hands-on practice and will conclude with a final project and detailed course notes and practice sheets. 

You will learn the basics of the machine, from winding the bobbin, threading the machine and the different functions of the machine. You will also practice basic and decorative stitching using the machine and find out how to apply such stitches in creating garments & textile pieces.

You will also be given an opportunity to practice different seams, set seam allowances, blind hemming and complete a buttonhole. Students will be encouraged to complete a finished piece of choice which demonstrates the technical skills learnt within the course. Students are encouraged to bring their own sewing machine, but some college machines will be available. Students will also get the opportunity to use an over-locking machine and practice machine troubleshooting. Course notes will be provided.