Description
Whether you’re a current member, a soon-to-be member, or a passionate creator eager to explore working with a domestic sewing machine, this class is the perfect starting point. Immerse yourself in the fundamentals of sewing machine safety and operation with hands-on experience using our domestic machines. Gain comprehensive insights into the materials, equipment, and safety protocols essential for creating impressive textile projects. Suitable for all skill levels, whether you’re new to sewing or looking to refine your skills. This class can be used to learn how to use a machine on your own. This is not a class on technique.
What You’ll Experience
- Comprehensive Learning: Acquire both theoretical knowledge and practical skills in domestic sewing machine safety and operation.
- Our Equipment, Or Your Own: Learn to use our high-quality sewing machines, or bring in your own machine to learn how to use it!
- Intimate Class Size: Benefit from personalized instruction with a maximum of 3 participants per class.
- Creative Community: Join The Forge’s vibrant textile community with ongoing support, resources, and collaborative opportunities.
Who’s This Class For
- Members: Aspiring to become qualified to use the domestic sewing machine independently at The Curious Forge.
- Prospective Members: Eager to access and utilize the domestic sewing machine upon joining.
- Anyone: Interested in learning and safely integrating woodworking into their own creative projects or personal workshops.
Equipment Covered
- Domestic Sewing Machine (our machines, or bring in your own!)
Class fee: $99
Class Structure
Prior to Attending:
- Online Learning Materials: Access and review the domestic machine learning materials and videos provided to you upon purchase of the class
Class Day: Interactive Workshop (2.5+ hours)
- Introduction to Textile Studio Safety and Equipment: Learn about various textiles tools, safety protocols, and best practices.
- Hands-On Training: Safely operate our standard sewing machines, including setup, handling, and troubleshooting.
- Textile Studio Overview: Understand the organization of the textiles studio and learn how to maximize its resources for your creative projects.
Online Assessment:
- Complete Quizzes: Take online quizzes until you achieve at least a 90% score (unlimited attempts allowed).
- Optional for Public Participants: If you’re not planning getting qualified to use The Forge’s equipment, these quizzes are optional.
Practicum: Qualification Assessment (.5 hour)
- For Forge Members: Demonstrate your proficiency and confidence in using the domestic sewing machine independently.
- Optional for Public Participants: If you’re not planning to use The Forge’s equipment, the practicum is optional.
- Scheduling: The practicum is scheduled individually with the facilitator and must be completed within 2 weeks of the class for qualification.
This class serves to qualify you to use the domestic sewing machines in the Forge Textiles area and qualifies you to join the Forge if you join within 6 weeks of the class. It can be used to learn how to use a machine on your own. This is not a class on technique.
The Facilitator
Teresa Smith
Please note: All classes require a minimum number of participants and may be rescheduled if that minimum is not met. If this happens, we’ll let you know in advance and work with you to get you into the next available class.
Cancellation Policy
Please review our cancellation policy before booking. If you need to cancel your registration, you must notify us at least 7 days before the class start time to receive a refund. Cancellations made within 7 days are non-refundable.
Waitlist Form
Fill out the waitlist form below if the class is not available, or if you need a different date. We will reach out when the class becomes available.
