Are you new to sewing and need to know how to use your machine? Do you need help with basic quilting, housewares or a simple garment project? Book a private lesson with Heather, our Junior Teacher! She has 15 years of sewing experience and 1 year of teaching experience with both children and adults at The Makehouse Co-op.
Heather teaches students ages 8 and up with beginner to advanced beginner skills.
She has a particular interest in teaching the following skills:
- Sewing basics
- Sewing machine tutorials (orientation to using a machine)
- Basic garment projects
- Home sewing projects (pillows, curtains etc)
- Basic quilting projects
The following are the types of projects Heather would not be able to assist you with:
- Upholstery
- Formal wear
- Advanced garment and quilting projects
- Lingerie/bra making
- Serger tutorials
- Fit and pattern adjustments
**If your project doesn't fit within Heather's skill set, please book with Tanya or Shayna (July and August)
FYI - If you are booking on a Monday with Heather, please note we are closed so knock on the front door when you come for your lesson.
Private lessons are booked in one hour blocks. If you want to book a two-hour lesson, you will need to select two back-to-back sessions.
We look forward to seeing you in our studio for your private lesson!