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Get to Know Your Sewing Machine

  • Silverton Powerhouse Collective 8 Mears Avenue Silverton United States (map)

3-Hour Hands-On Workshop

Bring your sewing machine and get comfortable using it! This class is designed for beginners or anyone who wants to better understand their machine. Together, we’ll go step by step through the basics so you feel confident setting up and sewing at home.

What you’ll learn:

  • How to properly thread your machine and wind a bobbin

  • Understanding stitches and settings (tension, stitch length/width, specialty stitches)

  • Troubleshooting common problems (thread breaks, skipped stitches, uneven tension, etc.)

  • How to clean and maintain your machine so it runs smoothly

What to bring:

  • Your sewing machine (with power cord, foot pedal, and manual if you have it)

  • A few scraps of fabric and thread or...

  • A project you have wanted to start or finish but need some guidance with

Cost:

  • Class is $75

  • Instructor will bring lots of miscellaneous sewing supplies!

  • YOU MUST REGISTER IN ADVANCE TO ENSURE WE HAVE ENOUGH SUPPLIES AND SPACE

  • Text Cassandra Roof to register: 970-769-6357

  • ¿Hablas español? ¡Acompáñanos!

By the end of class, you’ll feel more confident with your machine and be ready to use it!

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