sewing
I have experience teaching beginning sewing classes to children ages 5-10. In addition, I have taken several courses and completed projects using varying techniques.
I can teach you to:
- basic skills such as selecting thread, needles and fabric suitable for your project
- hand sewing, machine sewing, and how to choose which method to use
- use of rotary cutter and mat
- use of plastic and paper patterns
- use a pattern to create an article of clothing
- modify a pattern so that the finished garment has a better fit
- create a clothing pattern using a piece of clothing
- design and create a quilt top utilizing both patchwork and applique
- both machine and hand quilt
- design and create dolls from start to finish, with or without a pattern. From rag dolls to dolls created in the Waldorf style to stylized dolls designed for show
- needle sculpture, a technique most commonly used to give character to doll's faces
- design and create teddy bears, toy alligators, and other animals of your choosing
- create a new pillowcase complete with made from scratch cording, fit for new chair cushions, couch cushions, or throw pillows
Please contact me with your request, and I will tell you how i can help you develop the skills to accomplish your goal. I will also provide pictures of my work upon request.