Courses & Classes in Sewing
All classes meet once a week for 4 weeks unless otherwise noted.
CLASS SUPPLY LIST- please bring to the first day of class: sewing machine with power cord, pedal, and accessories; all-purpose thread; a small multi-pack of universal sewing machine needles, size 70/10 and 80/12; hand-sewing needles, seam ripper, and sharp scissors.
SEWING TECHNIQUES I: Basic
Section 1: 10:00-12:30PM
Section 2: 6:00-8:30PM
Students master the proper execution of 20 basic,
fine dress-making techniques. Students must bring
their personal sewing machines and items from the class supply list at the top of this page.
MAXIMUM ENROLLMENT: 10 students per section.
Malia Peoples $200.00
SEWING TECHNIQUES II: Intermediate
Section 1: 10:00-12:30PM
Section 2: 6:00-8:30PM
This class is a continuation of Sewing Techniques
I in which students master the proper execution
of a second set of 20 intermediate, fine dress-making
techniques. Students must bring their personal sewing
machine and items from the class supply list at the top of this page.
Prerequisite: Sewing Techniques I.
MAXIMUM ENROLLMENT: 10 students per section.
Malia Peoples $200.00
SEWING TECHNIQUES III: Advanced
Section 1: 10:00-12:30AM
Section 2: 6:00-8:30PM
This class is a continuation of Sewing Techniques
II in which students master the proper execution
of a third set of 20 advanced, fine dress-making
techniques. Students must bring their personal sewing
machine and items from the class supply list at the top of this page.
MAXIMUM ENROLLMENT: 10 students per section.
Malia Peoples $200.00
SEWING TECHNIQUES IV: Tailoring
Thursdays 6:00-8:30PM
Duration: 4 weeks
In this advanced class students master the sewing techniques employed in tailored
garment construction such as notch collar, welt pocket, two-piece set-in sleeve.
Students must bring their personal sewing machine.
Prerequisite: Sewing I, II, III; Construction I, II, III.
MAXIMUM ENROLLMENT: 5 students per section.
Ruthie Forguson $210.00
SEWING
TECHNIQUES V: Knits
1 Saturday: 10:00AM-3:00PM
Duration: 1 day
Students master the techniques necessary to sew knit fabrics. Students construct
a simple knit garment. Students must bring their personal sewing machine.
Prerequisite: Pattern Drafting II; Sewing Techniques I and II.
MAXIMUM ENROLLMENT: 5 students per section.
Terry Horlamus $185.00
SEWING TECHNIQUES VI: Leather*
Night/Weekend Class: Call school for dates.
Students master the techniques necessary to sew
leathers and simulated leathers. Students must bring
their personal sewing machine.
Prerequisite: Sewing Techniques I, II, III
MAXIMUM ENROLLMENT: 5 students per section.
Carol McClellan $250.00
CONSTRUCTION TECHNIQUES
I: Basic, Skirt
Section 1: 10:00-12:30PM
Section 2: 6:00-8:30PM
Students master the techniques employed in the construction
of the skirt. Students must bring their personal
sewing machines and items from the class supply list at the top of this page.
Prerequisite: Sewing I, II, III.
MAXIMUM ENROLLMENT: 5 students per section.
Terry Horlamus/Malia Peoples $200.00
CONSTRUCTION TECHNIQUES II: Intermediate, Pant
Section 1: 10:00-12:30PM
Section 2: 6:00-8:30PM
Students master the techniques employed in the construction
of the blouse. Students must bring their personal
sewing machines.
Prerequisite: Sewing I, II, III; Construction I
MAXIMUM ENROLLMENT: 5 students per section.
Terry Horlamus/Malia Peoples $200.00
CONSTRUCTION
TECHNIQUES III: Advanced, Shirt
Section 1: 10:00-12:30PM
Section 2: 6:00-8:30PM
Students master the techniques employed in the construction
of the pant. Students must bring their personal
sewing machines.
Prerequisite: Sewing I, II, III; Construction I,
II
MAXIMUM ENROLLMENT: 5 students per section.
Terry Horlamus/Malia Peoples $200.00
CONSTRUCTION TECHNIQUES IV: Advanced, Black Dress
Thursdays 6:00-8:30PM
Duration: 4 weeks
Students cut and sew in real woven fabric a basic black presentation dress
which they have designed and drafted from their personal pattern sloper. Students
must bring their personal sewing machine and supply fabric and findings subject
to instructor approval.
Prerequisite: Pattern Making I, II, II; Personal Pattern Sloper I; Sewing
I, II, III; Construction I, II, III.
MAXIMUM ENROLLMENT: 5 students per section.
Ruthie Forguson $250.00
CONSTRUCTION TECHNIQUES V: Advanced, Corset Making*
Fridays 10:00-2:00PM
Duration: 4 weeks
Students will cut out and construct the basic boned corset foundation garment
learning appropriate sewing and construction techniques and proper fitting.
Course results in the student's own personal wearable garment. Students must
register for and be measured one quarter in advance of enrollment. Students
must bring their personal sewing machine.
Prerequisite: Sewing I, II, III.
MAXIMUM ENROLLMENT: 5 students per section.
Terry Hormlamus $300.00
* These classes are availble to Certificate Program students for an additional fee.