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Sewing I:  Introduction to Sewing
Learn the basics of sewing (threading a machine, sewing seams, backstitching, and turning corners) while making a tote bag in this class.  Limited to 6 students.
Supplies: All supplies provided by Spark.  If you have your own sewing machine, it is preferable for you to bring it to learn on.
Skill level: Beginner
Fee: $55
Offered:
Sewing I is currently being offered as part of our 6-week Sewing Intensive
A few sections of Sewing I are available to take as a standalone class:
Sunday, August 24 from 12:00-3:00pm (Anne)
Wednesday, August 27 from 6:00-9:00 (Morgen)

Sewing II: Basic Pattern Reading
Make a simple waist apron while learning the basics of reading commercial patterns.  Also learn how to use bias tape.  Limited to 6 students.
Supplies: Students must bring the following:
1 yard of fabric for apron, pocket, and waist band; 1/2 yard of fabric for lining; 2 yards of pre-made ruffle or lace. Students must also bring a pattern for a half-apron preferably with a ruffle (we recommend Easy Stitch'n'Save M5505 by McCall's or McCall's M5384) and the following materials:  1/2 yard of fabric for apron; fabric for pockets; 1/2 yard of fabric for lining; 2 yards of pre-made ruffle or lace; and quilt binding or double-fold extra-wide bias tape for the waistband; and corresponding thread. Patterns can be purchased at:
Winmill Fabrics in Chinatown
Fabric Corner in Arlington, http://www.fabriccornerinc.com/ Fabric Place in Woburn, http://www.fabricplace.com/storefront/default.aspx Sewfisticated in Somerville, http://www.sewfisticated.com// JoAnne Fabrics in Burlington or Natick, http://www.joann.com/joann/ http://www.sewingpatterns.com/
Bringing your own machine is preferred. Please bring the instruction manual for your own machine, too. 
Skill level: Advanced Beginner; knowledge of basic machine sewing skills is needed or take Sewing I before taking Sewing II.
Fee: $60
Offered:
Sewing II is currently being offered as part of our 6-week Sewing Intensive


Sewing III: Making a Fitted Garment
Make a fitted skirt while learning about body measurements, darts, zippers, more advanced pattern reading, and making a buttonhole.  Limited to 6 students.
Supplies: 1.5 yards of fabric (washed and ironed), 7 inch zipper, thread, and a button.   Students must bring a pattern for a skirt with a zipper and darts (we reccomend New Look 6843 or Butterick B4557) and the following materials:  7" zipper, fabric requirements listed on sized pattern, interfacing for waistband, and corresponding thread.  Bringing your own machine is preferred. Please bring the instruction manual, button foot, and the zipper foot part for your own machine, too. 
Patterns can be purchased at:
Winmill Fabrics in Chinatown
Fabric Corner in Arlington, http://www.fabriccornerinc.com/ Fabric Place in Woburn, http://www.fabricplace.com/storefront/default.aspx Sewfisticated in Somerville, http://www.sewfisticated.com// JoAnne Fabrics in Burlington or Natick, http://www.joann.com/joann/ http://www.sewingpatterns.com/
Bringing your own machine is preferred. Please bring the instruction manual for your own machine, too. 
Skill level & pre-requisite(s): Advanced beginner (Sewing I and II or equivalent knowledge suggested)
Fee: $60
Offered:
Sewing III is currently being offered as part of our 6-week Sewing Intensive



Sewing IV - Special Project
In this two-part course, students may work on a project of their choosing, using a pattern and skills developed in the previous classes.  Pants, handbags, aprons, and pillows are examples of appropriate projects. 
Supplies: All supplies to be purchased by the student before the first class.  Bringing your own machine is preferred.  Limited to 6 students.
Skill level & pre-requisite(s): Intermediate (Sewing I-III taken first, or equivalent)
Fee: $50
Offered:
Sewing IV is currently being offered as part of our 6-week Sewing Intensive



Sewing Workshop
Bring a special sewing project of your choice that you may need some guidance on to this 2-session class. Add a new technique to your sewing repertoire. Construct a fitted dress with pleats or an advanced handbag with an invisible zipper; bring any project you feel inspired by.
Supplies: Bring a sewing project of your choice
Skill level & pre-requisite(s): Intermediate (must have taken Sewing Intensive or have equivalent experience)
Fee: $60, $50 if you have taken the Beginning Sewing Intensive
Offered:
2 Tuesdays, from 6:000-9:00pm on August 26 & September 2 (Libby)


Home Decor Sewing
Want to revamp your home décor with some simple sewing? In this 3-part series students will learn the basics of making pillows with piping, tie-back curtains, and table settings edged in bias tape (napkin, coaster, placemat). Basic knowledge of the sewing machine is required.
Supplies: Fabric for pillow, curtains, and table settings. Amount of fabric will depend on size student chooses for all projects. Please bring corresponding double-fold extra wide bias tape for napkins or coasters. Please bring pre-made piping or cord to make piping for pillow. Either bring a pillow form or batting for pillow.
Skill level & pre-requisite(s): Advanced Beginner (must have taken Sewing 1 and 2 or have equivalent experience)
Fee: $100, $85 if you have taken the Beginning Sewing Intensive
Offered:
3 Tuesdays, from 6:00-9:00pm on June 3, June 10 & June 17 (Libby)
3 Sundays, from 12:00-3:00pm on June 29, July 6 & July 13 (Libby)
3 Sundays, from 12:00-3:00pm on July 20, July 27 & August 3(Anne)
3 Wednesdays, from 6:00-9:00pm on August 6, August 13 & August 20(Morgen)

Simple Summer Sundresses
Learn how to make a beautiful, fitted summer sundress in this 3-part class. Students will put in a zipper and use fitting techniques to make a stunning summer dress.
Supplies: Please bring New Look Pattern #6557, fabric requirements according to sizing, 14 inch zipper, and a hook and eye.
Skill Level & Pre-requisites: Advanced Beginner (must have taken sewing intensive or have equivalent experience)
Fee: $100, $85 if you have taken the beginning sewing intensive
Offered:
3 Saturdays, from 10:00am-1:00pm on July 12, July 19 & July 26 (Libby)



Swim Suits
Learn how to construct a classic swim suit. Students will work with Lycra and elastic to create their own personalized swim suit.
Fee: $70 (which includes a $20 materials fee)
Skill Level: Advanced Beginner (must have taken sewing intensive or have equivalent experience)
Supplies: Included (includes fabric and pattern to make one swim suit)
Offered:
TBD