WE RECOMMEND CHECKING OUT OUR CLASS REGISTRATION INFORMATION BELOW AND THEN CALLING OR EMAILING US TO MAKE CLASS PAYMENT ARRANGEMENTS.
530-276-0458 OR INFO@REDDINGFASHIONALLIANCE.ORG
WE CAN ALSO HANDLE REGISTRATIONS AT OUR BRICK AND MORTAR SPACE, 1698 MARKET ST., REDDING, CA
WEEK 4: JUNE 27 - 30
SESSION 1/MORNING: FASHION UPCYCLING & REPURPOSING JUNE 27 - 30
SESSION 1/MORNING:
FASHION UPCYCLING & REPURPOSING
JUNE 27 - 30
Mon - Thurs
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Ages 7-15
Early Bird Registration $125 ends May 30, 2022
Learn how to make something new from something old. Instead of throwing an item of clothing away because it is worn, out of fashion or simply out of favor, turn it into something desirable and useful.
Projects:
We will be making three items from a mans' dress shirt
- Apron
- Drawstring Bag
- Pouch
We will also make vegetable bags from t-shirts and more, time allowing.
Basic knowledge of sewing machines required.
Minimum enrollment: 4
WEEK 5: JULY 11 - 14
Session 2/Morning (Intermediate - Advanced) July 11th -14th
Join us for our Summer Sewing Camp
Session 2: Intermediate - Advanced
July 11th - 14th (Monday-Thursday)
9:00 am - 12:00pm
1698 Market Street
Redding, Ca 96001
Early Bird Registration by May 30, 2022 $125.00
Cost includes a snack and drink.
Fabric and notions not included.
Ages 7 - 15
Intermediate B
Skills:
- Use a variety of machine stitches to finish seams and add decorative elements
- Sew in a lining
- Sew on a button - make buttonholes
- Install a zipper
Projects:
- Stitch book: (a little bit of book each week)
- 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:
- Stitch book: (a little bit of book each week)
- Lounge pants - pockets & waistband
- Shorts - boys/girls
- Zippered T-Shirt/Top
Advanced A
Skills:
- Set in sleeve
- Sew on waistband
- Sew in invisible zipper
- Sew two part zipper
- Buttons/Make buttonhole
Projects:
- Stitch book: (a little bit of book each week)
- McCall’s 7447 Button up shirt with collar or hoodie (unisex)
Advanced B-C
Skills:
- Cut and sew knit fabrics
- Use a serger to finish knit seams
- Sew on knit binding
- Proper needles and stitch settings
Projects:
- Stitch book: (a little bit of book each week)
- Knit beanie
- Joggers
- 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.
Session 5/Afternoon (Beginning - Intermediate A) July 11th - 14th
Sold out
Join us for our Summer Sewing Camp
Session 5: Beginning - Intermediate B
July 11th - 14th (Monday-Thursday)
1:00 pm- 4:00 pm
1698 Market Street
Redding, Ca 96001
Early Bird Registration: $125.00. Ends May 30, 2022
Cost includes a snack and drink.
Fabric and notions not included.
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
Projects:
- Proper needles and stitch settings
- Basic stitches template
- Fancy stitches
- Hems
- Buttons
- Zippers
- Applique
- Gathering
- Different fabrics
- Hand sewing for above
Beginning
- Stitch book: (beginning of class:1/2 hour)
- Drawstring Bag
- Circle Pillow
- Pillow Case
Intermediate A
Skills:
- Read and follow a pattern
- Cut out and modify a pattern to fit
- Use a variety of machine stitches to finish seams to add decorative elements
- Design and create a decorative applique
- Sew on and embellish an applique design to create
- Finish a hem and a cuff
Projects:
- Stitch book: (beginning of class:1/2 hour)
- Chef’s Apron with pocket (optional applique)
- PJ Pants - Simplicity Pattern: 8179
No sewing experience required. Fabric purchase by student. All sewing equipment is provided.
Minimum registration: 4
WEEK 6: JULY 18 - 21
Session 2/Morning (Stuffed Animal - Hand Sewing) July 18th - 21st
Join us for our Summer Sewing Camp
Session 1: Hand Sewn Stuffed Animals
July 18th - 21st (Monday-Thursday)
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
1698 Market Street
Redding, Ca 96001
Ages 7 - 15
Early Bird Registration: $125 Ends May 30, 2022
Cost includes a snack, drink, and materials.
Learn the different hand stitches it takes to create a stuffed animal, or two, from upcycled sweaters, ties and felts.
Mostly hand stitching. Some machine stitching involved.
Materials provided.
Minimum of 4 students for class to "go"
SESSION 2/AFTERNOON: FABRIC COLLAGE JULY 18 - 21
SESSION 2/afternoon:
FABRIC COLLAGE
JULY 18 - 21 - 23 Mon - Thurs
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Ages 7 - 15
Early Bird Registration $125 ends May 30, 2022
Class fee includes materials and snacks
Strengthen your sewing skills and stitch techniques while making fun fabric collages.
Skills covered:
- “Pattern” Design: How to take a drawn image and turn it into a fabric collage
- Stitching: How to use straight and decorative stitches, including hand stitches, to “draw” on fabric
- Textures: how to use different fabrics to create different textures in an image
- Layering: Using Applique to build an image
- Embellishment: Using buttons and beads to adorn an image
Basic knowledge of sewing machines required
Materials provided
Minimum registration: 4
WEEK 7: JULY 25 - 28
Session 6/Morning (Beginning - Intermediate A) July 25th - 28th
Sold out
Join us for our Summer Sewing Camp
Session 7: Beginning - Intermediate A
July 25th - 28th (Monday-Thursday)
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
1698 Market Street
Redding, Ca 96001
Early Bird Registration: $125.00. Ends May 30, 2022
Cost includes a snack and drink.
Fabric and notions not included.
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
Projects:
- Proper needles and stitch settings
- Basic stitches template
- Fancy stitches
- Hems
- Buttons
- Zippers
- Applique
- Gathering
- Different fabrics
- Hand sewing for above
Beginning
- Stitch book: (beginning of class:1/2 hour)
- Drawstring Bag
- Circle Pillow
- Pillow Case
Intermediate A
Skills:
- Read and follow a pattern
- Cut out and modify a pattern to fit
- Use a variety of machine stitches to finish seams to add decorative elements
- Design and create a decorative applique
- Sew on and embellish an applique design to create
- Finish a hem and a cuff
Projects:
- Stitch book: (beginning of class:1/2 hour)
- Chef’s Apron with pocket (optional applique)
- PJ Pants - Simplicity Pattern: 8179
No sewing experience required. Fabric purchase by student. All sewing equipment is provided.
Minimum registration: 4
SESSION 2/AFTERNOON: FASHION UPCYCLING & REPURPOSING JULY 25 - 28
SESSION 2/AFTERNOON:
FASHION UPCYCLING & REPURPOSING
JULY 25 - 28
Mon - Thurs
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Ages 7-15
Early Bird Registration $125 ends May 30, 2022
Learn how to make something new from something old. Instead of throwing an item of clothing away because it is worn, out of fashion or simply out of favor, turn it into something desirable and useful.
Projects:
We will be making three items from a mans' dress shirt
- Apron
- Drawstring Bag
- Pouch
We will also make vegetable bags from t-shirts and more, time allowing.
Basic knowledge of sewing machines required.
Minimum enrollment: 4
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 and emergency contact must be signed prior to you or your child participating in class.
- 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 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 behavioral issues no refunds will be provided.