Learn the basics of garment alterations for a better fit. This class covers basic tools, common alterations, how to read drag and pill lines, pin-to-fit method, and when DYI vs take it to pro. Must know how to use a sewing machine. Bring your alterations, bring your machine or borrow one of ours.
Learn the basics of garment alterations for a better fit. This class covers basic tools, common alterations, how to read drag and pill lines, pin-to-fit method, and when DYI vs take it to pro. Must know how to use a sewing machine. Bring your alterations, bring your machine or borrow one of ours.
It happens. You make something awesome, and you’re dying to share it online with your community. Maybe you were inspired by something someone else posted and made your own version. That happened to me, and it got me thinking about our creative online spaces; why we share, why we hesitate, and the emotional weight it […]
Learn to sew and start a new hobby or trade.
Ages: 16 – 999 Use your sewing machine or borrow one of Rosewood’s in a fun setting. Students review threading, stitches, tension, bobbins, bobbin winding, machine parts, accessories, and troubleshooting. Students have 2 easy practice projects to learn seam allowance, precision, stitch lengths, and widths. Students should bring, a small sewing kit, thread, and machine (optional). 04-41342-B Saturday, May, 9th 10am -12:45pm Fee: $35/resident; $40/non-resident Location: Rosewood Arts Center Instructor: Tracy McElfresh Call Rosewood to sign up 937-296-0294
15 years ago, I made this 1950s skater dress. The “skater dress” is named for its A-line silhouette, narrower at the top and flaring out at the bottom, like the dresses worn by figure skaters. While modern skater dresses don’t typically involve figure skating, according to a Google search, the connection began with figure skating […]
I started drafting flat pattern blocks so I wouldn’t have to fiddle with the fit on commercial garments. With this, I have truly been challenged and had the opportunity to make one garment, including muslins, up to seven times before I got the fitting right. I have learned even more about my body shape and […]
Have you ever seen a picture of a garment and you absolutely had to have it? When you can sew clothing this can be a fun problem… but you may want to make everything you see! I saw an Instagram posts that showed this skirt with these simple steps. That was it, I was inspired […]
Learn to use your sewing machine or borrow one of Rosewood's in a fun setting. Students review threading, stitches, tension, bobbins, bobbin winding, parts of the machine, accessories and trouble shooting. Students have 2 easy practice projects to learn seam allowance, precision, stitch lengths and widths. Students should bring, small sewing kit, thread and machine (optional). 04-41342-B June 2, 6 pm- 8 pm
