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YOUTH CLASSES
SEWING BASICS FOR YOUTH
FALL, 2022
We have returned to our after-school hours: 3:30 - 5:30 PM
Youth Sewing: Beginning - Intermediate A (Session 2)
$100.00
Sold out
Mondays 3:30 - 5:30pm
October 3, 10, 17, 24
Ages 7 - 15
Skills Learned:
- Operate the sewing machine
- Understand sewing terms
- Follow sewing instructions to create projects
- Sew straight and curved seams
- Hand sew a seam
- Cut out simple pattern
- Proper needles and stitch settings
- Basic and limited fancy stitches
- Hems
- Drawstring/elastic insertion
- Hand sewing/finishing
Projects:
Beginning
- Drawstring Bag
- Circle Pillow
- Pillow Case
Intermediate A
- Apron with pocket (optional ruffle)
- Drawstring Pants
No sewing experience required. Fabric purchase by student. All sewing equipment is provided.
Youth Sewing: Beginning-Intermediate A (Session 3)
$100.00
Mondays 3:45 - 5:45pm
November 7. 14. 28, December 5
Ages 7-15
Skills Learned:
- Operate the sewing machine
- Understand sewing terms
- Follow sewing instructions to create projects
- Sew straight and curved seams
- Hand sew a seam
- Cut out simple pattern
- Proper needles and stitch settings
- Basic and limited fancy stitches
- Hems
- Drawstring/elastic insertion
- Hand sewing/finishing
Projects:
Beginning
- Drawstring Bag
- Circle Pillow
- Pillow Case
Intermediate A
- Apron with pocket (optional ruffle)
- Drawstring Pants
No sewing experience required. Fabric purchase by student. All sewing equipment is provided.
Youth Sewing Intermediate B - C (Session 2)
$100.00
Tuesday 3:45 - 5:45pm
October 4, 11, 18, 25
Ages 7-15
Intermediate B
Skills:
- Use a variety of machine stitches to finish seams and add decorative elements
- Sew in a lining
- Boxed corners
- Install a zipper
Projects:
- Market Tote
- Zippered Pouch
Intermediate C
Skills:
- Read and follow pattern directions
- Adjust patterns to fit
- Finish seams and hems
- Set in pockets
- Sew waistband
- Buttonholes
Projects:
- Shorts - boys/girls
Rec: Basic Sewing for Beginners. Fabric supplies provided by student. All sewing equipment provided. Project and supply list will be sent upon registration.
Youth Sewing Intermediate B - C (Session 3)
$100.00
Tuesday 3:45 - 5:45pm
November. 1, 8, 15, 29
Ages 7-15
Intermediate B
Skills:
- Use a variety of machine stitches to finish seams and add decorative elements
- Sew in a lining
- Boxed corners
- Install a zipper
Projects:
- Market Tote
- Zippered Pouch
Intermediate C
Skills:
- Read and follow pattern directions
- Adjust patterns to fit
- Finish seams and hems
- Set in pockets
- Sew waistband
- Buttonholes
Projects:
- Shorts - boys/girls
Rec: Basic Sewing for Beginners. Fabric supplies provided by student. All sewing equipment provided. Project and supply list will be sent upon registration.
Youth Advanced Sewing through Upcycling: Session 2
$100.00
Sold out
Wednesdays 3:30 - 5:30pm
October 5, 12, 19, 26
Ages 9 - 15
Do you want to:
Make patterns from existing garments?
Draft projects from scratch, manipulate a pattern, , or follow a pre printed pattern ?
This class will share how each is done, and help you decide
Skills covered:
Design process: planning, deconstructing, reconstructing, and finishing a project
Fabric combinations: what works, what doesn’t, and why
Cutting techniques: “harvesting “ fabric for projects, pattern layout
Working with buttons, buttonholes and zippers
Projects:
Session 1:
August 31 September 7, 14, 21
Skirts/shorts from pants
Upcycled t-shirts
Session 2:
October 5, 12, 19, 26
Color block sweatshirts
mini projects
Session 3:
November 2, 9, 16, 30
Patchwork fabric shirts
mini projects
Requirements: Completion of Intermediate C sewing level or equivalent (ability to demonstrate competent use of sewing machine. Please note under Sewing Experience.)
Youth Advanced Sewing through Upcycling (Session 3)
$100.00
Wednesdays 3:30 - 5:30pm
November 2, 9, 16, 30
Ages 9 - 15
Do you want to:
Make patterns from existing garments?
Draft projects from scratch, manipulate a pattern, , or follow a pre printed pattern ?
This class will share how each is done, and help you decide
Skills covered:
Design process: planning, deconstructing, reconstructing, and finishing a project
Fabric combinations: what works, what doesn’t, and why
Cutting techniques: “harvesting “ fabric for projects, pattern layout
Working with buttons, buttonholes and zippers
Projects:
Session 1:
August 31 September 7, 14, 21
Skirts/shorts from pants
Upcycled t-shirts
Session 2:
October 5, 12, 19, 26
Color block sweatshirts
mini projects
Session 3:
November 2, 9, 16, 30
Patchwork fabric shirts
mini projects
Requirements: Completion of Intermediate C sewing level or equivalent (ability to demonstrate competent use of sewing machine. Please note under Sewing Experience.)
Youth Sewing Class Waitlist
Did the class you want already fill up?
Simply fill out the information below and
complete your contact information at check-out.
We will call or email you when the next class is scheduled.
Students on the waitlist will receive priority registration before the classes are listed.
adult classes
ADULT BEGINNING - INTERMEDIATE A
FALL, 2022
As per popular request, our adult class hours are: 6:00 - 8:00pm
Teen/Adult Sewing: Beginning-Intermediate A (Session 2)
$100.00
Monday 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
October 3, 10, 17, 24
Ages 16+
Skills Learned:
- Operate the sewing machine
- Understand sewing terms
- Follow sewing instructions to create projects
- Sew straight and curved seams
- Hand sew a seam
- Cut out simple pattern
- Proper needles and stitch settings
- Basic and some fancy stitches
- Hems
- Hand sewing for finishing
- Inserting a zipper
Projects:
Beginning
- Pillow Case
- Apron
Intermediate A
- Market Tote
- Zipper Pouch
No sewing experience required. Fabric purchase by student. All sewing equipment is provided.
Teen/Adult Sewing: Beginning-Intermediate A (Session 3)
$100.00
Mondays 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
November 7, 14, 28, December 5
Skills Learned:
- Operate the sewing machine
- Understand sewing terms
- Follow sewing instructions to create projects
- Sew straight and curved seams
- Hand sew a seam
- Cut out simple pattern
- Proper needles and stitch settings
- Basic and some fancy stitches
- Hems
- Hand sewing for finishing
- Inserting a zipper
Projects:
Beginning
- Pillow Case
- Apron
Intermediate A
- Market Tote
- Zipper Pouch
No sewing experience required. Fabric purchase by student. All sewing equipment is provided.
ADULT SEWING: INTERMEDIATE B - ADVANCED
Teen/Adult Sewing: Intermediate B- Advanced (Session 2)
$100.00
Sold out
Tuesdays 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
October 4, 11, 18, 25
Ages 16+
Intermediate B
Skills:
- Read and follow pattern directions
- Fit a pattern to body
- Trace patterns
- Sew on a button - make buttonholes
- Fit sleeves and collar
- Finish seams and hems
Projects:
- Unisex shirt
Intermediate C
Skills:
- Adjust patterns to fit
- Finish seams and hems
- Set in pockets
- Sew waistband
- Buttonholes/zippers
Projects:
- Fitted pants or shorts
Advanced A - C
Skills:
- Cut and sew knit fabrics
- Use a serger to finish knit seams
- Sew on knit binding
- Proper needles and stitch settings
Projects
- Knit beanie
- Raglan Sleeve Knit Shirt
Rec: Basic Sewing for Beginners. Fabric supplies provided by student. All sewing equipment provided. Project and supply list will be sent upon registration.
Teen/Adult Sewing: Intermediate B - Advanced (Session 3)
$100.00
Tuesdays 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
November 1, 8, 15, 29
Ages 16+
Intermediate B
Skills:
- Read and follow pattern directions
- Fit a pattern to body
- Trace patterns
- Sew on a button - make buttonholes
- Fit sleeves and collar
- Finish seams and hems
Projects:
- Unisex shirt
Intermediate C
Skills:
- Adjust patterns to fit
- Finish seams and hems
- Set in pockets
- Sew waistband
- Buttonholes/zippers
Projects:
- Fitted pants or shorts
Advanced A - C
Skills:
- Cut and sew knit fabrics
- Use a serger to finish knit seams
- Sew on knit binding
- Proper needles and stitch settings
Projects
- Knit beanie
- Raglan Sleeve Knit Shirt
Rec: Basic Sewing for Beginners. Fabric supplies provided by student. All sewing equipment provided. Project and supply list will be sent upon registration.
SATURDAY WORKSHOPS
Coming Fall '22
Adult Classes & Workshops Waitlist
Did the class/workshop you want already fill up?
Simply fill out the information below and
complete your contact information at check-out.
We will call or email you when a spot opens up or the next class is scheduled.
Students on the waitlist will receive priority registration before the classes are listed.
Per state mandates all students and staff will be required to wear a face covering at all times until California eases restrictions based on the recently established color tier system.
Class Policies
- All sales are final.
- Any change in sewing class dates must be made with Redding Fashion Alliance administration by contacting us at info@reddingfashionalliance.org 48 hours prior to first class start date.
- A Liability Waiver/Emergency Contact form must be signed prior to you or your child participating in class.
- You are responsible for supplying your own fabrics and notions (based on your supply list information.)
- We do have a few fabric kits available for purchase at RFA for beginning level students.
- We do not provide childcare.
- We require parents/guardians to sign their child in and out of each class.
- If your child is 16 or older they may sign themselves in and out of class with parent permission.
- Parents are allowed to accompany their child if they choose.
- We provide sewing machines and tools for all students.
- Please do not drop off your child more than 15 minutes early and please be prompt for pick ups.
- If your child has any special needs or allergies please let us know prior to the start of class.
- If your child is dismissed from class for significant behavioral issues no refunds will be provided.