Sewing Studio

The Sewing Special Interest group is for DMS members who are interested in sewing in a wide variety of projects. From apparel to quilting to leather, the Sewing group has a sewing machine that can work with almost any project. In addition to the equipment owned by DMS, members are encouraged to bring their own sewing machines/sergers to use in classes or at events to further sewing skills.

The Sewing SIG is currently housed under the Creative Arts committee.

Sewing SIG Goals

1. Development of a like-minded group who can share resources and tips for sewing.
2. Learning new techniques
3. Development of classes

How to Join

The Sewing SIG is open to all DMS members, from novice to expert. Please add your name in alphabetical order to this Wiki and include your TALK handle.

Active Members

1. SIG Leader - Amelia Greisch (@lazer)
2. Beth Appleton (@dryad2b)
3. Astrud Aguirre (@printwitch)
4. Paul Wilson (@hardsuit)
5. Linda Wynne (@classylassy)
6. Steve Wynne (@lordrook)
7. Melanie Jasmine
8. Karl Dill (@stitchedbyte)

Past Members

1. Judy Kriehn (@jrkriehn)
2. Robyn Butler (@sewwhat)
3. Cindy Dalton (@cookiecody)
4. Caireen Day (@Cairenn_Day)
5. Serena Nguyen (@aneres)
6. Laurie Ruggles (@mizgeek)
7. A. Young (@sewingstuff)

Tools

All sewing machines require training before use both for your safety and to prevent damage to the machines.

1. Babylock Zest (6) Sewing Machines
   1. Refresher videos: Babylock Zest How-to Videos
      
2. Brother 1034d Sergers:(6)
   1. Refresher Videos: Brother 1034d How-To Videos
3. Pfaff 130 (1) Vintage sewing machine (used primarily for leather sewing)
   1. How to thread, set zigzag width: Pfaff 130 How To
4. Thor GA 441- heavy duty leather sewing machine
5. Viking Designer SE (1) Machine Embroidery & Sewing Machine
6. Female Size 6 Full Body Dress Form
7. 3x5 Cutting Mat
8. 3x5 Ironing Table

Consumables

• Machine Sewing Needles (universal, ballpoint, denim, leather, serger)
• Threads
• Muslin
• Pattern Paper

Classes

"Training Required" Equipment:

1. Basic Home Sewing Machines
   Babylock Zest
   (note: some project classes will include the intro skills to these machines or you can get one-on-one training to verify that you understand how to thread the machines, wind/properly insert a bobbin, and stitch a straight line.)
2. "Heavy-duty" home sewing machine
   Pfaff 130
   (note: ask for one-on-one training to verify that you understand how to thread the machines, can wind & properly insert a bobbin, and stitch a straight line)
3. Machine Embroidery Machines
   Babylock Ellure ESL and/or Viking Designer SE
4. Industrial Sewing Machine
   THOR leather machine

Required Serger Class for Equipment Usage:

101 - Serger Basics
Brother 1034D 4-thread

Sewing Machine Project Classes

Classes offered in the past include tote bags, colorful and adjustable fabric dog collars, simple zipper bags.
Watch the DMS Calendar for new class offerings.

Serger Classes

102 - Hats
(learn how to stitch curves and corners)
103 - Hooded Infinity Scarf
(build on your curve-stitching skills)
200 - Tunic Pullover
(learn basic clothing construction with a serger)
201 - Strip-pieced fleece blanket
(learn to create a simple blanket that employs quilt-piecing techniques)
202 - Scarf
(learn to put a rolled-edge on your piece)

Combining Serger Skill with Sewing Machine Skill Classes

1. Tote Bag
2. Microwave Potato Bag
3. Easy Pot Holders
4. Recycled Monsters
5. Bib-style Apron

"Serge for a Cause" Events

- Burp cloths
- Dog Beds
- Beanie-style Hats

Please note: If you own a sewing machine and/or serger and know how to use them (or want to build your knowledge) you are encouraged to bring them for project classes and events. Ask the class instructor in advance if you have a machine but are not absolutely comfortable with threading, stitch settings, bobbin setup, etc.

Library

The Sewing Room library is located on the cubby-shelves in a corner of the room.

Sewing Tips

Fashion

Sewing Project Ideas

Quilting

Art Quilt/Fiber Projects

Meeting Minutes