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Hi, my name is Sue Simoncini. I am the Sewing Instructor for Columbus State University Continuing Education. I teach over 20 adult classes ranging from beginning to advanced techniques. I also teach many children's classes. I am also the Alterations Specialist at Daphne's Bridal and Designs here in Columbus. For over 25 years I utilized my formal background in Fashion Design to own and run a Bridal business in Florida, where I designed and made custom bridal gowns and costumes. I am also responsible for the design and sewing of over 250 costumes for the Columbus Ballet Nutcracker Performances. About ten years ago I rededicated my life to the art of teaching sewing. Feel free to contact my through this blog or through my email-sewingwithsue@yahoo.com. You can Register for any of my classes by going to: http://continuinged.columbusstate.edu/programs.php

Monday, May 27, 2013

NEW MINI-CLASSES

Mini-Classes were designed for an intermediate level or higher sewer that wants to try out different techniques. These are offered as an introduction to many great skills and techniques.

During class the techniques will be demonstrated then the student will sew a sample of the techniques.

Titles will change each semester to offer a wide variety of subjects.
Simple Heirloom Sewing
Those offered this semester are:
  • Simple Heirloom Sewing-      Thursday, October 32  from 10 till  Traditionally, the artistry of heirloom Sewing was generally done by painstaking hand sewing. But in this MINI-CLASS, you will learn how to sew many of the beautiful techniques on your sewing machine or serger!. Create a beautiful sampler while learning techniques such as: inserting entredeau and laces into seams, making delicate ruffling, pin tucking, and much more.

  • Sewing Sleeves-     Thursday, October 17 from 10 till 1- Putting sleeves into a dress or top doesn't have to be a daunting job. Learn many tricks and tips on how to insert a set-in and a raglan sleeve properly. You will sew a sample of each type sleeve

  • Hems-       Monday, November 18 from 6:30 till 9:30  Almost everyone needs to adjust a hem length from time to time. This is a great class to start you in the right direction. Learn how to measure and correctly prepare a hem. You will make samples of several types of hems including how to hem jeans.

  • Applique     Wednesday, October 23 from 6:30 till 9:30  Applique is a creative way to embellish any type of garment or home dec item by sewing fabric cut-outs onto another item using decorative stitches. A great example of applique is in children's clothing. Learn the techniques to get you started in this creative way to sew. Sew a sample using several different techniques of applique.

  • Beautiful Seam Finishes      Monday, October 7 from 6:30 till 9:30  In this intermediate class, make the insides of your garment just as beautiful as the outside. Serger seams are great but now it is time to learn the "other" ways to finish your seams such as: French seams, flat fell seams, bound seams, Hong Kong seams, and more. Sew samples of each for future reference.
 
 
Other Mini-Classes to come:
 
Knowing Your Sewing Machine
Making A Thread Catcher
Pillows
Zippers
Putting In Pockets
Tips and Tricks
Easy Paper-Pieced Quilting
 


            
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