Students will learn basic hand sewing techniques, and sewing/overlock machine operations. They will learn the fundamentals of fabric grain, pattern layout, cutting, sewing, pressing and hand finishing, through a variety of sewing projects, which includes learning how to utilize commercial sewing patterns.
Total Program Hours: 30 hours
Sewing Essentials
Classroom: West Hall, W-323
Student Supply:
- Sewing Pattern # N6859 – Size A: Available online
- Industrial Sewing Kit : Available at the College Bookstore (201-445-7174) or online
- One yard of solid cotton fabric or muslin
- One spool of contrasting color thread
- Hand-Sewing Needles – Sharps #8 or #9
- 18” Clear Plastic Ruler
- Fabric Scissor
- Dressmaker Pins
- Tailor’s Marking Pencil
- Seam Ripper
- Tape Measure
- Fabric for the sewing project: to be discussed in class.
If you need accommodations, please call the Disability Services at 201-612-5269.