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Experienced Sewing Tutor for All Ages
Lynette E.

346 hours tutoring

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Hourly Rate: $70
Response time: 58 minutes

About Lynette


Bio

Sewing is often called a "lost art" these days, but it's definitely not lost on me. My love for sewing started at the age of 7 when my mother got tired of me asking too many questions while she made clothes for my siblings and me--she said, "Here, sit," and for the past 40 years, I've been sitting in front of a machine and a serger making clothes, gifts, handbags, stuffed animals, baby things, even wedding gowns. I have taught sewing for nearly three decades and my students have been as...

Sewing is often called a "lost art" these days, but it's definitely not lost on me. My love for sewing started at the age of 7 when my mother got tired of me asking too many questions while she made clothes for my siblings and me--she said, "Here, sit," and for the past 40 years, I've been sitting in front of a machine and a serger making clothes, gifts, handbags, stuffed animals, baby things, even wedding gowns. I have taught sewing for nearly three decades and my students have been as fresh as 7 years old and as experienced as 80 years young.

Anyone can sew, young or old, male or female. Even if your mom or gramma got frustrated with you and gave up, I can teach you and you can learn. I can teach you how a sewing machine works, details about fabrics and notions, what sewing tools are all about, how to lay out and cut patterns, and how to construct garments and other projects. All you have to do is want to sew.


Education

Central Methodist University
Theater, Vocal Music

Policies

  • Hourly Rate: $70
  • Rate details: No-shows or cancellations less than 24 hrs before a lesson=1 hr fee. Lessons requiring more than 10-mile round trip travel: 1/2 hr fee.
  • Lesson cancellation: 24 hours notice required
  • Background check passed on 5/12/2011

  • Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

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Sewing

Sewing

I have been a garment seamstress for over 40 years and I wish I had a nickel for every person who said to me, "Gosh, I wish I'd learned to sew!" I learned to sew when I was barely tall enough to sit at the machine, hemming tablecloths and napkins for my mom. Once she taught me how to cut and sew clothing patterns, I was hooked. I sewed every formal dress I ever wore through grade school and college, and then I sewed and hand-beaded my own wedding gown. I earned two teaching certifications in college. I have taught kid and adult sewing classes and workshops for privately owned fabric stores as well as Joann Fabrics. I still make many of my own clothes and I periodically attend sewing expos to hone my skills and develop new techniques. My favorite technique is making reversible garments using simple commercial patterns (makes for a great travel wardrobe). I truly believe that sewing is an invaluable skill for every person at any age, and there's nothing I enjoy more than seeing the look of utter joy on a student's face when they show and tell about the first thing they've made.

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Patient, knowledgeable, perfect for kids

We hired Lynnette to teach my 9 year old daughter how to sew on a sewing machine. Lynnette was so wonderful and patient, my daughter was making little bags after the second lesson. She is incredibly helpful for parents who like myself, have no idea how to work a sewing machine or what supplies are needed. We plan to continue with Lynette, couldn’t be more pleased.

Christine, 3 lessons with Lynette

Knowledgable, kind, and patient tutor!

I have had one session with Lynette and she taught me all about my sewing machine and its parts and I am excited to learn way more! She is very patient and doesn't make you feel bad about making mistakes or asking questions.

Emma, 2 lessons with Lynette

Knowledgeable and patient tutor

Lynette was very patient and knowledgeable. She helped me gain insight and skills in my sewing in just one lesson. I look forward to my next lesson. Thank you!!

Doreen, 18 lessons with Lynette

sewing lesson

Lynette is a very wonderful Instructor. I learn so much I didn’t know before and very little time. I highly recommend her to anyone

Justin, 1 lesson with Lynette

Great first lesson!

My daughter is 8 and I was worried that a zoom seeing call would be too hard and frustrating. Lynette was patient and fun and she had a great session and is looking forward to the next ones!

Elana, 14 lessons with Lynette

Great

She was available at my convenience. She was straight to the point and solved my problem. She made sure I throughly understood. Great communication. Highly recommended.

DeeDee, 3 lessons with Lynette

Five stars for Lynette!

I am a mixed-media artist based in New York. I hired Lynette for some direction on projects I had been working on in my studio. I have no sewing experience but had some ideas about how to incorporate sewing into my work. Not only is Lynette incredible with technique, but she is also very artistic and open to experimental ideas. We shared images and links all the time between sessions, I felt super supported by Lynette as I explored sewing methods to fit my project. I will definitely continue to work with Lynette and highly recommend her for people of all ages and experience levels. She is a passionate, dedicated sewing teacher and super reliable and on-time. You will enjoy working with Lynette!

Lauren, 1 lesson with Lynette

Knowledgeable and patient tutor!

Lynette was very knowledgeable and most important patient. As a beginner in sewing, Lynette helped me understand the basics! I will be looking forward to another session. Thank you Lynette!

David, 1 lesson with Lynette

Great Sewing Tutor!

My daughter absolutely loved her lesson with Lynette. Lynette is extremely thorough and patient, as well as very very nice! I highly recommend her tutoring if you want to have fun and learn a lot while sewing!

Allison, 2 lessons with Lynette

Patient , understanding and knowledgeable

Lynette taught my daughter the ins and outs of sewing on her new sewing machine. My daughter was a beginner sewer and Lynette patiently went over all of the parts and basics of the machine and the different types of garments to use for specific projects. She makes sewing fun for my daughter!

STACY, 5 lessons with Lynette
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