In this three hour program, you will learn the basics of a sewing machine and complete a reusable fabric tote bag that is yours to keep.
If you would like to pay by check, please contact us at office@fabric-of-life.org so that we can be certain to reserve you a spot and to gather any details we need for communication purposes.
Description
Instructor: Katie Cavacco
Pronouns: she/her/hers
Dates: Saturday, August 28th, 2021
Time: 9:30 am to 12:30 pm EST
Location: 80 Bassett Road, Shelburne MA 01370
Cost: $70 – $100 sliding scale, includes materials
# of Participants: 6
Age: Adults and children 10 and over with an adult
Experience: All are welcome
Katie Cavacco (she/her/hers) is a multidisciplinary maker, sewist and textile upcycler with a passion for creative reuse and repair. Raised in Franklin County, Mass., a lifelong love of sewing took her to Boston for a BFA in Fashion Design from MassArt; an interest in sustainability took her to London College of Fashion at UAL for MA Fashion Futures (sustainable fashion systems); and a love of place brought her back to western Massachusetts. She is excited to join Fabric of Life in reacquainting people with important practical skills.
Program Description
This three hour program will focus on the anatomy and basic functions of a sewing machine. Students will learn about threading, tension adjustment, bobbin winding, and changing a needle. During the program each participant will complete a reusable fabric tote bag using simple, straight seams. Sewing machines will be available for the program and all materials will be provided.
Please help us spread the word about this program by sharing the Sewing Machine Basics Program Flyer!
Please contact us with any questions at office@fabric-of-life.org.
Our sliding scale fee allows us to keep these programs accessible to a wide range of individuals. The ‘admirer’ option covers the cost of the instructor fee, program support, marketing, and administration. The ‘friend’ option covers all of this and allows for a small profit margin to be contributed towards sustaining Fabric of Life programming for next year. The ‘enthusiast’ option covers all of this and allows for us to begin to sustain Fabric of Life programming for generations to come.
FOL will refund 90% of your fee if you cancel more than 30 days before the beginning of the program. 10% will be retained for administrative services. Cancellation with less than 30 days notice will automatically be rolled over as a credit for another program of your choice within the next year from the date of the original program. FOL will maintain the funds and carry them forward once you determine what program you would like to utilize them for. If there is a balance after paying for the second program, it will not be refunded. If a program does not run due to circumstances beyond our control, participants will receive a full refund of the fees paid.
Additional information
| Sliding Scale | Enthusiast, Friend, Admirer |
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