Unlock the exciting world of sewing with our Beginner Sewing with a Machine class! If you've ever wanted to create your own clothing, home decor, or personalized gifts, this course is the perfect starting point. Designed for **absolute** beginners, this class will introduce you to the essential skills and techniques needed to operate a sewing machine and bring your sewing projects to life. Syllabus: Machine Basics Sewing Tools and Materials Machine Setup Straight Stitch Mastery Seam Allowance and Stitch Length Fabric Cutting and Preparation Sewing Techniques Simple Projects Pattern Reading Troubleshooting and Maintenance Instructor: Jamye Carr I have 18 years of experience in public school teaching, specializing in Biology, Chemistry, Aquatic Science, Forensics, Anatomy, and Astronomy. My teaching style incorporates student-guided inquiry-based learning, Socratic instruction, and adaptive lessons. In addition to my work in public schools, I have worked as a private tutor for pre-med, pre-law, and business school test prep company, The Princeton Review, as well as working as their Assistant Director for several years. I am also involved in two major nonprofits and have worked with them in the capacity of Program Director and Education Director. My strengths include my ability to work with a diverse population of students, from at-risk teenagers to struggling adults. My passion is to make the world a better place, to increase the ability of students to manage their own problems, to solve through critical thinking skills, and to gather and process information skillfully.
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