Sewing Machine Basics with Jo Bell

About this event

Learn how to thread and operate your sewing machine in this beginning sewing class with Jo Bell.

Topics covered:

+ Getting to know your machine: threading, parts, and functions, tension, presser feet

+ Kinds of stitches and basic techniques

+ Regular machine cleaning and maintenance

Date + Time: Wednesday, December 2nd, 5:30-8:00pm.

Location: 506 Main Street Suite 18 Westbrook Maine. Accessible entrance and restrooms.

Cost: $60 per person. Scholarships are available; apply here.

What to bring:

+ Your working sewing machine**

+ Machine manual

+ Needles and bobbins

**Please let us know if you plan to borrow one of our machines during the class.

All other materials are provided for this class.

This class is recommended before all other classes if you have never before taken a sewing class and/or you do not have extensive experience.

Age Requirement: This class is suitable for ages 16 and up, or ages 12 and if up accompanied by an adult guardian. Both child and guardian should register and pay for the class as classroom space is limited.

Refund policy: Read the full policy here. By registering for this class, you are agreeing to the policy.

Jo Bell (she/her) is the owner of Past + Future Craft Exchange. She learned to sew from her mother at a young age in their basement sewing room in Washington state. Jo worked as a professional stitcher for many years before she was hired by Common Threads of Maine, a nonprofit professional sewing school that she ran for over three years. Jo lives in Portland with her husband and two sassy siamese cats.