Week 1

It was great to see everyone this week - I hope that you liked your first sewing class and are excited to learn and create this semester.

What we covered for Week 1:

Why are you learning to sew
Advantages of knowing how to sew
How to get the most of this class and classroom courtesy
Basic sewing supplies
Parts of the sewing machine 
How to cut the many strips we will be using
Handouts - a vocabulary sheet and a sewing machine "parts" list (these go into your notebook)

What is due for next class:

Notebook paper stitching - if your paper is tearing, it means two things could be happening:

1.  the paper is being held back from going between the presser foot and the feed dogs - or

2.  you might have the stitch length set to make small stitches - it should be on "4" or the longest stitch length possible on your machine.

Also, everyone was asked to look over your machine manual to see what different things your individual machine can do.  Also look for any parts that we covered in class that we were unable to find on your machine as we quickly ran through them.  Your manual will have descriptions and/or diagrams to help you find these parts.  It is most important that you know your machine.  If you are able, check out the part about threading the machine and practice doing that until it becomes so easy you don't need to look at the diagram.

Strips: Everyone should come back with some strips cut  6"x 2" - we will use a lot of strips.They need to be cut neatly :o)

If you have questions, please be sure to ask.

Mrs. Bachert