Introductory Adult Sewing Class for Beginners

(10 customer reviews)

From: $49

Are you an adult eager to learn or rediscover sewing? Join our 90-minute introductory sewing class, perfect for beginners and those with rusty skills. In just one session, we’ll guide you through the fundamentals, and you’ll leave with a completed project after this sewing 101 class.

What you’ll learn:

  • Introduction to our sewing machines or bring your own (for a deeper dive, explore Machine 101)
  • Sewing straight lines and turning corners
  • Proper fabric handling on the machine
  • Troubleshooting common machine issues
  • Craft a charming four-patch pillow
  • Hand sewing (if time allows)
  • And much more!

We provide the sewing machines*, tools, festive fabrics, and expert guidance – all you need to bring is yourself! No prior experience is necessary, this class is accessible to everyone.

*Please don’t bring a machine to this class if you’re a new student—we won’t have time to set it up. If you choose to bring your own machine, you’ll need to handle full setup, threading, and operation on your own during class. We can only cover basic machine instruction in this group session. You’re welcome to bring your machine to all subsequent classes if you’d like.

Once you’ve completed your Introduction class you should try these skill-building classes (ordered in increasing difficulty, but feel free to mix it up!):

Contact Form

Please TEXT the studio at 617-213-0344

Are you bringing your own machine to class?

We’ll have a space waiting for you to get setup, if you’re unfamiliar with your machine, skip bringing it this class.

Would any other appointment options also work for you?

Select all that apply. Your appointment will not change unless you approve it.

Cancelation Policy

Class Policies

We uphold a stringent no-show policy to ensure fairness and optimal class experience for all our students. If you fail to attend a class without providing the required 36-hour notice, we are unable to offer a refund or credit for the missed session. This policy is in place to minimize disruptions and financial loss, ensuring that our classes remain viable and rewarding for both students and instructors.

In the event of a no-show, you will need to rebook and pay for a new class at a time that better suits your schedule. We understand that unforeseen circumstances can arise, but we encourage all our students to communicate any changes as early as possible to allow others the opportunity to fill the space. This not only supports our community-centric approach but also enhances the learning environment for everyone involved.

We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in maintaining the integrity of our class schedules and the quality of your learning experience.

We understand that delays can happen, but to ensure the quality and continuity of our classes, all students must strive to arrive on time. If you arrive late, you’re welcome to join the class already in progress. However, please note that the class will end as scheduled to respect the time of students scheduled after you and the instructor.  Ask your instructor about booking additional studio time to complete your class.

Credit Card Payments: For cancellations with adequate notice, we’ll issue a refund to your original payment method, minus a 5% processing fee.  Refunds generally take 3 to 5 business days to show in your account.

Store Credit, Coupons, Gift Certificates: Upon timely cancellation, your account will automatically be credited for future classes.

Description

Introductory Adult Sewing Class for Beginners in Newton, MA

This introductory adult sewing class gives complete beginners and people returning after a long break a supportive first step back to the sewing machine.

Skills and class experience

Students practice core machine skills and basic construction through a manageable project, building the foundation needed for future classes and independent sewing.

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10 reviews for Introductory Adult Sewing Class for Beginners

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    Kerry Summers
    February 11, 2025
    Great way to spend an evening
    Such a nice community feel at NSS. And I love my little micropillow - really makes me smile. Plus, I’m gonna exploit these pillow skills with some old...More
    Such a nice community feel at NSS. And I love my little micropillow - really makes me smile. Plus, I’m gonna exploit these pillow skills with some old curtains…can’t wait to create my own throw pillows!
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    Laura Richardson
    September 26, 2024
    Phenomenal Introduction to Sewing!
    My daughter and I both loved this introductory course with Nancy! The pacing and content were just right for us, and we were thrilled to be able to h...More
    My daughter and I both loved this introductory course with Nancy! The pacing and content were just right for us, and we were thrilled to be able to have a completed project at the conclusion of the 90 minutes. Nancy is incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and engaging. I could not recommend this class more highly for anyone who wants to try sewing. We both absolutely loved it!!
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    Roisin Floyd-O’Sullivan
    September 26, 2024
    Excited and ready to learn more!
    Nancy was a fabulous patient and informative teacher who helped me learn both how to sew and how to use my machine that has sat on the shelf for far t...More
    Nancy was a fabulous patient and informative teacher who helped me learn both how to sew and how to use my machine that has sat on the shelf for far too long! Already booked the next class and I haven’t even left the parking lot :)
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    Victoria Walton
    April 5, 2024
    Great Introductory/Refresher Class
    The Introductory Class for Adults is a great course to start learning how to sew or to refresh your beginner knowledge. Sarah is patient and gives gre...More
    The Introductory Class for Adults is a great course to start learning how to sew or to refresh your beginner knowledge. Sarah is patient and gives great directions. There is plenty of time in the class for individual attention and you walk out with a fully finished project. I'm looking forward to my next class and am already recruiting friends to join me!
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    Liz Bobby
    March 8, 2024
    Can't wait to go back!
    I loved my introductory class with Aubra. I have not sewn since 8th grade (does that even count?) and was starting very much from scratch. The studio ...More
    I loved my introductory class with Aubra. I have not sewn since 8th grade (does that even count?) and was starting very much from scratch. The studio is warm and welcoming, well-organized, and super well stocked with fabric and all things sewing. Aubra was a patient, kind, and clear teacher who walked me through the pillow project in very logical stages. I learned so much in a short time and loved the relaxing, creative, encouraging environment of the studio. I'm looking forward to my next class.
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    Christopher Moreau
    January 4, 2024
    Great start to my learning
    Guidance from Sarah made the project very easy - lots of helpful advice and tricks learned along the way to feel confident doing it on my own at home.

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