Demystifying Sewing Machines

Discover the secrets of your sewing machine in “Demystifying Sewing Machines,” a hands-on class designed to build your confidence and understanding of this essential tool. We’ll dig into typical sewing machines and learn about the mechanics of how a stitch is formed, walk you through threading your machine and winding bobbins, and demystify the art of adjusting tension for smooth and consistent results. You’ll also explore needle types and sizes, learning how to match them to different threads and materials. By the end of this class, you’ll have a deeper understanding of what’s really going on inside a sewing machine, and how to tackle problems that may otherwise bring your project to a halt.

Registration Includes

All instruction and materials are included.

What goes into our class pricing? As a local nonprofit, Duluth Folk School is committed to supporting both our instructors and community. We want to compensate our instructors fairly, keep class sizes small, and keep our doors open—while also keeping prices as low as we can.

Thank you for participating in our local handcraft and education economy! Together, we help keep Duluth a fun and vibrant place.

Student Requirements

• Skill Level/Prerequisite Skills: No special skills required.
• Best for Age: 18 and older
• You should bring: If you have your own sewing machine that you would like to learn about you can bring it. Some students also like to bring a notebook and something to write with.