Learn How to Sew or Improve your Sewing Skills
I am back open for business at select locations! I teach sewing lessons around the bay area. You can pick any class, as they are on going and not specific to beginners only. Sign up for a lesson and pay with Michelle 408-406-3102. (SEWING MACHINE RENTALS ARE AVAILABLE upon request) Pick up or print your supply list, pick up your materials and have them ready at the beginning of your class. Hope to see you soon!
Please look at the different locations to see what classes are offered in your area then refer to the calendar for dates and times. Thank you!
Services Offered
I am available to teach private sewing classes in store or at your home as well as offer my services to sew projects. The two types of classes are listed below:
Sew Simple and Open Sewing Classes are taught at the same time by
Michelle. You will learn and have fun creating with a sewing machine.
Ages 8 to 100+, machine rental available.
SEW SIMPLE: You will learn basic sewing skills, machine operation, sewing terms, how to sew a straight seam, how to read pattern instructions, simple trouble shooting on the sewing machine and needle knowledge. This class is sew simple but it is packed with so much more!! Each student works at their own pace and on their own project. Projects options are as follows: lap quilt, 15 square patchwork quilt, simple pants/shorts, pillowcase, drawstring tote bag, reversible apron, masks, book cover, 8" or 15" stuffed bear, zipper pencil bag, and so much more. You will need approximately 3 hours to learn the basic and 3 hours to finish your project, note EACH simple project you will need 3 hours of time to complete. Please bring your supply's and materials to all classes. (see Documents for supply list).
OPEN SEWING: Prerequisite is knowledge of basic sewing machine skills. Here you can start a new project, finish one or learn put in a hem, zipper, or button hole. This is also a great place to just come work on a project that you need a bit of help on to keep your frustration level low. Michelle can help you to become a more confident sewer and answer most any question you have.
SEWING SERVICES: My specialty is designing and crafting memory bears and pillows. I take clothing articles from your loved one and turn them into a stuffed bear or pillow. I can also make masks. Call to find out more and see how I can help you.
RATES: $20 per hour for Sew Simple and Open Sewing classes. $30 per hour for Private lessons. Payments accepted via cash, check, Venmo, Zelle, and Pay Pal.
About the Teacher-Michelle
Michelle is a well seasoned professional, calm, patient teacher with over 50 years of sewing experience and over 37 years of sales and service to the local sewing and craft stores. Michelle also has a degree from the Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandise (FIDM). She has a passion to give back to the community with her volunteer program Sew For Love, come check us out. The class schedule has hearts by some locations these locations she offers students time to sew items for the community to be donated.
Cancellation Policy
Contact Us
24 Hours notice to transfer classes, NO Refund for missed classes.
Unless noted on the calendar, please call the store to register not Michelle.
We look forward to seeing you in class!
Instructor: Michelle @ 408.406.3102 or [email protected]
Website edits: Vanessa @ [email protected]
Updated: 5/24/2023