Fiber Arts
Industrial Sewing Machine Certification
Learn how to operate BARN's industrial sewing machine from a professional.
Member$10.00 (any noted materials fee included) |
Guest$20.00 (any noted materials fee included) |
Meeting Times
- Thur, 6/13/2024 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Thur, 6/13/2024
About
There are many kinds of industrial sewing machines, each with its own function. This machine at BARN is great for garment sewing. Learn the basic threading, bobbin winding, and special operating features of this machine from a professional who has used industrial sewing equipment for more than 30 years.
Materials
Bring a piece of heavy fabric to test. Each participant will try out this machine.
Prerequisites
You must have completed Fiber Sewing Machine Certification.
Class Policies
Ages 14 and up are welcome.
BARN Policies
- View BARN's Cancellation and Refund Policy
- View BARN's current COVID-19 health and safety protocols.
- BARN is committed to accessibility. Tuition Assistance is available. Fill out the application before registering.
- Makerspaces like BARN can be noisy and cluttered, smell strongly, and have bright or flickering lights. We try to make accommodations when requested; the earlier you contact us, the more likely we can help. Please email accessibility@bainbridgebarn.org to find out more or request an accommodation.
- For those who might need physical assistance, learn more about BARN's Companion Program.
Instructors or Guides
Laurel Sprigg
Laurel Sprigg brings 30 years of experience running a premier, high-end residential drapery workroom in San Francisco. She has collaborated with many top designers over the years to create beautiful and durable window treatments in fine houses in California, Idaho, Colorado, Oregon, and Hawaii. Known for the best quality sewing, Laurel has made all kinds of curtains, shades, bed covers, pillows, table covers, and slip covers. She has written articles for Threads magazine on pillows and slip covers and has taught textile history and textile applications for interiors for the University of California at Berkeley Extension Interior Design and Architecture Program. She has lectured for the San Francisco Design Center, Academy of Art College, and the College of Alameda Design and Merchandising Program.
