Burkes Garden, VA Sewing Lessons

I love sewing! I love fabric, notions, tools and do-dads that will make the job easier. I also love sewing machines of all sorts. What's more, I enjoy showing people how to do and make things they may have been unsure about or afraid to try on their own. I go step by step through the process, whether you are just starting to learn techniques, or you have hit a snag in your current project. My main focus in my own sewing and crafting has been quilt-making, but I also sew, knit and crochet my own garments and bags. I have 18 years experience in hand and machine quilting, machine applique, hand embroidery (including silk ribbon), machine embroidery, free-motion machine embroidery, fabric painting and embellishment, and garment construction.

I love to sew and greatly enjoy teaching the craft. I have been sewing since I was 7 years old, when I was taught by my Grandmother. A FIDM Fashion Design graduate, I worked in the garment industry as a pattern maker and junior dress designer. I then went on to work for 14 years in the Motion Picture industry in costume design and stylist work.

I enjoy working with children, guiding them to use their creativity in the process of sewing. Lessons can be tailored to the students needs, from learning how to use the sewing machine to the best way to approach sewing different fabrics and patterns. From fashion to interior design, I am happy to guide you to a finished product.

I've been teaching sewing for 30 years and my students have gone on to creating their own clothing by use of patterns. Within the first few lessons, you'll be able to gain knowledge of how to thread a sewing machine, tension, bobbin, stitches available according to your specific machine or ones I have available in my studio. As time goes on you'll be able to cut and sew a specific project's desired from patterns. I love working with students of all ages and I can't wait to meet you!

I don't remember learning how to sew, that's how long I've been sewing! My mother taught sewing classes when I was little and I just picked it up from her! Since then I have taught many children how to sew! And some adults, too! It's an awesome skill. I love sharing this past time with others.

Custom classes designed to fit your specific needs. Lessons for the beginner and intermediate sewer who needs some help. Do you need help with learning a specific technique, installing zippers, adding a lining, hand stitching, pockets, choosing the correct needle, thread, seam variations or just want to learn how to alter your own clothing? Each class will be designed personally for you.

Make your clothes within 2 weeks of our classes. My goal is to bring out the best in my student and inspire them for greater heights.

Hi all, I'm an experienced sewer with a degree in Textiles and Design! I've been sewing and teaching for over 20 years and love what I do.
Because I've worked with children and created lesson plans I know exactly how to teach with clarity and work according to the needs of my students.

Hello!

I'm a professional costume designer based in Chicago (meriembahri.com).
I work mainly for opera companies and historically informed performances, but am an enthusiast for anything related to sewing (clothes, stage costumes, or craft projects involving fabrics).

With me you can:
- Learn to sew from scratch
- Improve your basic skills
- Bring your project to my costume shop and I’ll give you professional tips on how to finish or improve it!

Do you want to be able to customize clothing for yourself or your children? Maybe you'd like to create a capsule wardrobe or you're going on a cruise and want a spectacular piece. I can help you learn the basics so that you can bring out the confidence and image you really want to create for yourself or your children.

I have a Bachelors Degree in Fine Arts and Fashion Design. I love to teach DIY and crafting projects from beginner to intermediate levels. I have worked 3+ years as a Sewing Instructor for Enrichment classes. Ages: 4 - adults