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Beginning Sewing - Drawstring Bag

Join Jody in learning the basics of running a sewing machine

  • 3 hours
  • 35 US dollars
  • Mankato Makerspace

Service Description

Introduction to sewing machine parts, basic terminology, how to thread the machine and wind the bobbin, how to feed fabric through and sew, basic problem solving. Drawstring bag- pin pattern and cut fabric, sewing a straight and zig zag stitch and top stitching. Feeding drawstring ribbons through the openings. ages 12+ About the instructor Jody Bohrer teacherjodyb@gmail.com Taught preschool for 26 years in public schools. Sewing-I started sewing in 6th grade with the help of my aunt. I also took one year of sewing classes (Clothing 1 &2) in high school. I’ve sewn all sorts of items for decades including clothes for my children, costumes, curtains, assorted crafts, and quilts).


Upcoming Sessions


Cancellation Policy

Must cancel or reschedule at least 2 hours before the class. To Reschedule or Cancel please do so Via our website Mankatomakerspace.org By logging in to your account (or create an account using the email address which you put when signing up for the class) go to MY BOOKINGS and from there you can select the class and you can reschedule or cancel. Some classes are one time only and so will need to cancel. side note: please, consider your instructor and their time. many instructors prep for their class for hours to have things ready for you and some travel from a great distances as well.


Contact Details

  • 1700 3rd Ave, Mankato, MN, USA

    mnmakersandartists@gmail.com


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