Are you contemplating dabbling in a new hobby that could add a touch of creativity and practicality to your life? Embarking on a sewing journey could be your next adventure! Introducing a beginner sewing class designed to teach enthusiasts how to craft simple, yet fun clothing. Scheduled for Tuesday mornings from 9:30 to 11:00, this class offers a wonderful opportunity at $40 per session. Guiding you through the stitches will be Carissa Bennett, an imaginative soul with a rich heritage of immigrant seamstresses. Carissa, an attorney with a compassionate and street-smart approach by day, turns her playful imagination toward the craft of making. With no previous sewing experience required, Carissa’s teaching merges the stylings of Tina Givens with Magnolia Pearl, ensuring a unique and enriching learning environment.
This class promises not just to introduce you to the basics of sewing but also to do so in an encouraging and equipped setting. While the venue provides some sewing machines, participants are welcomed and encouraged to bring their own machines to foster a sense of comfort and familiarity with their personal equipment. A crucial piece of advice for aspiring sewists is to invest in a quality pair of sewing scissors — a recommendation that becomes evident as one delves deeper into fabric creation. Moreover, the emphasis on reserving these scissors solely for fabric underscores a respect for tools and materials that is central to the craft. To personalize your projects and add a touch of individuality, you’re invited to bring your own fabric for certain crafts, bridging the gap between learning a skill and expressing creativity through bespoke creations.
