Kids Sewing 101

Tags: Sewing

A sewing course for children ages 6-14

Last updated 2022-01-10 | 4.4

- Know how to use a sewing machine safely
- Use an iron safely
- Identify the parts of a sewing machine

What you'll learn

Know how to use a sewing machine safely
Use an iron safely
Identify the parts of a sewing machine
Thread a sewing machine and wind a bobbin correctly
Complete several sewing projects

* Requirements

* No prior sewing experience is necessary.
* Student will need a sewing machine
* iron
* fabric
* pins and scissors
* Student will need basic sewing supplies

Description

Has your child always wanted to learn to sew? Not quite sure how to get started? Have no fear, I've got you covered! 

By the end of the course your child will be sewing with confidence!

This online summer camp includes videos and printable instructions that will walk your child through everything they need to know to complete each project safely and sew with ease and confidence. 

WHO IS IT FOR? 

It's ideal for kids between 8 years and 14 years old who would like to learn to sew and stitch and/or who already have an established desire for sewing, design and crafts.

CLASSES ON YOUR SCHEDULE

Finally, classes scheduled when it is convenient for you! You can log in anytime, day or night. Your child will have lifetime access to the course including updates as the are added!

WHAT YOUR CHILD WILL LEARN

  1. How to Safely operate a sewing machine
  2. How to cut fabric
  3. How to be creative and select their own fabrics & trims for their projects
  4. How to sew 3 different basic stitches on a sewing machine
  5. How to use an Iron safely
  6. And much more!


Complete 2 projects from start to finish

1. A bookmark

2. A pillowcase with a contrasting band.


This course follows the same format that I have used to teach hundreds of children how to sew in my studio, fabric stores and schools for over 15 years so I know it works!

The classes are self-paced, so students are encouraged to be creative and work at their own pace.


Who this course is for:

  • Kids ages 6-16 that want to learn how to sew or improve their skills.

Course content

8 sections • 36 lectures

Welcome to Kids Sewing 101 Preview 01:23

Kids Sewing 101 Course Supplies Preview 02:12

Printable Worksheets and Supply List Preview 00:05

Setting Up Your Work Area Preview 00:37

Sewing Supply Safety Preview 00:48

Sewing Machine Safety Preview 04:11

How to use an iron safely Preview 00:25

How to use an iron safely Preview 02:38

How to use a seam ripper safely Preview 02:44

10 Basic Parts of a Sewing Machine Preview 04:36

Parts of the sewing machine advanced Preview 05:37

Parts of the Sewing Machine Printable Preview 02:17

Controlling your speed and guiding fabric without a needle Preview 02:56

Controlling your speed and guiding fabric with a needle Preview 03:54

Intro Preview 00:55

Sewing the main body Preview 04:31

Sewing the band Preview 03:02

How to Make a bobbin and thread the machine Preview 06:21

Attaching the band Preview 02:54

Bookmark Supplies Preview 01:23

Bookmark pattern Preview 01:57

Cutting Out Your Bookmark Preview 00:58

Cutting the ribbon Preview 01:04

Sewing the ribbon Preview 01:44

Topstitching Preview 04:20

Introduction To Sewing Curves Preview 01:20

Sewing Curves Practice Sheets Preview 05:17

Apron Supplies Preview 02:15

Getting Your Fabric Ready Preview 00:43

Cutting Out The Apron Pattern Preview 01:46

Cutting Your Apron Out Preview 03:53

Cutting The Apron Ties Preview 02:51

Ironing the ties Preview 01:46

Finishing the ties Preview 02:48

Pinning The front And Back Preview 04:49

Sewing The Apron Preview 03:53