Intermediate Level 1 - Decorative Pillows

This class will teach you intermediate sewing techniques. This particular pattern (see below) helps the student to get crafty with lumbar pillow covers and wraps.  Add rows of trim or use origami folds to decorate wraps. Learn to install hook and loop tape closures. Also learn how to install a 16-18" zipper.

Beginning Sewing:

1. Laying out fabric

2. Layout pattern pieces

3. Pin and cut out fabric
4. Simple seams

5. Applying decorative trim
6. Install a basic zipper

Age range: 7- teens

Cost: $25/student/session

Class size: 4-6 persons

Duration: 3 hours

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Materials to bring:

1. Sewing machine

2. Simplicity Pattern (see below)

3. Thread to match fabric

4. Fabric of your choice (according to pattern instructions) (plus decorative trim according to pattern)
5. 12 x 22" pillow form
6. 16 - 18" matching zipper

7. Seam ripper

8. Pin cushion

9. Straight pins

10. Scissors
11. Seam gauge

12. (Or basic sewing kit available at Jo-Ann's or Wal-Mart)

13. Fabric available for purchase from teacher.

To buy the pattern online, click here

(Also available at Jo-Ann's or Wal-Mart)

TO REGISTER FOR CLASS, EMAIL ME AT:

helpmesew2014@yahoo.com