SEWING 101

Introduction to the art of sewing

•CLASS DESCRIPTION•
This entry-level sewing class is geared toward ones that want to start sewing as hobby and looking to skip the hassle of spending hours reading the operation manual or watching YouTube tutorials only to be frustrated and lose motivation. We recommend you to take this class for smoother learning for other workshops that will be offered in the future.

What you'll learn:
- operating a sewing machine and its basic functions
- purposes & uses of the different stitch types
- threading a machine
- straight stitching
- machine maintenance
- troubleshooting
- essential sewing notions/tools

Take advantage of the chance to learn in a beautiful studio that will, for sure, stimulate your creativity. 

•WHEN•
12/16 (Mon) 10:00-12:00
*12:00-13:00 you have the option to stay for an additional hour to practice + Q&A

•WHERE•
Intra Design Studio
Suite #204 29 Shipman St., Hilo, HI

Park in the stalls along the armory (across the studio) or on the Hilo bay side

•WHAT TO BRING•
Sewing machine
Patience

* Highly recommended to bring your own sewing machine. Machines differ in functionality across different models and makes, so it is best to familiarized with one machine that you know you will be using frequently. Contact Kye (info@umiquellc.com) to inquire about machine rental.

•AVAILABILITY•
6 spaces

•INSTRUCTOR BIO•
Kye Harford started his sewing journey during the pandemic in 2020 and established a brand based in Hilo with "sustainable creation" as the core concept. He currently focuses on collaborating with local artists, on- and off-island, to create primarily fashion items. His other work includes garment alterations and repairs as well as custom work.

Bonus: as Kye is a native Japanese speaker, born in Japan and raised in Okinawa, you have the chance to also learn Japanese during the workshops if you're up for it.