In this class, students will learn how to thread, operate and troubleshoot a sewing machine. Students will learn how to use sewing tools and notions; use seam allowances, and apply basic product construction in sewing a pillow.

In this class, students will create a tote bag that's perfect to take to the market or as an essential carry-all bag. This class is an opportunity for students to develop more familiarity with their sewing machine by making a product. Students will learn how to put together components of a lined tote bag with a pocket.

This class takes your learning to the next level by learning about fabric types, needles, seam finishes, and sewing feet. This is solely a technique class, creating swatches for development and reference.

In this class, students will create a zippered pouch. Building on the fundamentals of the previous classes, students will implement their skills with design, cutting, construction, and zipper insertion. Project-based learning includes making a lined zipper pouch of chosen fabrics and size.

This class takes students through the basics of how to read a commercial pattern: understanding how to properly measure and apply measurements to working with a pattern. Students will explore the foundations of garment fitting. Project-based learning will include measuring, reading a pattern, tracing, cutting, and preparing the pattern. Homework for this class will include washing, ironing, and cutting your fabric out at home in preparation for the next class.

This final class builds upon the pattern mechanics foundation to apply learned skills in constructing a garment. Students will apply their favorite seam finishing techniques and learn new ones. Students will learn how to make an elastic casing for a waistband and will learn to hem. The perfect finishing touch will be adding a custom 'Cleveland Sews' tag to the completed project!