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We The Future of Sewing online course

Not What It Seams: Ground Zero (Unit 1)

Not What It Seams: Ground Zero (Unit 1)

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Start as a Total Beginner. Finish Sewing With Confidence.

This self-paced online course is specially designed for beginners with zero background knowledge. By the end of this course, you'll not only be comfortable with hand sewing AND machine sewing, but you'll also have three projects (fabric coasters, a hand warmer, and a heating pad) to show for it :) I'm proud of you for starting this learning journey!

What You'll Learn

Module 1: Before You Sew the First Stitch

  • Understand the basics of sewing
  • Recognize the difference between hand sewing and machine sewing use cases
  • Distinguish the step-by-step process of any sewing project

Module 2: Getting to Know Your Space, Machine, and Toolkit

  • Design a sewing space that supports how you work
  • Understand the main parts of your sewing machine and what they do
  • Get familiar with the essential tools you need to start sewing confidently

Module 3: What Holds It Together

  • Explain how seams work and how they affect construction
  • Learn the three main fabric types and when to use each
  • Assess fabric properties, including fiber content, weight, and drape

Module 4: Sewing Your First Stitch

Track 1:

  • Learn how to thread a needle properly
  • Understand when to use the anchor stitch, backstitch, and invisible stitch
  • Apply techniques for starting and sewing seams

Track 2:

  • Learn the full sewing machine setup process from start to finish
  • Follow a clear, repeatable method for threading the machine
  • Practice sewing straight lines and clean corners

Module 5: Sewing Your First Project

  • Complete first sewing projects using both hand and machine sewing methods
  • Draft a simple pattern and cut fabric accurately
  • Construct seams in the correct sequence
  • Turn projects right-side out without distorting the fabric
  • Add filling and finish projects using a secure box knot

Module 6: Before You Go

  • Post-Course Skill Check
  • Glossary
  • End of Course Survey
  • Close-up of hands with colorful nail polish holding a needle and thread, with a paper in the background.

    Multimedia Learning Materials

    This course is filled with photos, videos, printouts, and PDFs to keep you engaged. All of the written text in this course is accompanied by audio clips recorded by yours truly :)

  • Sewing machine with labeled top threading system components.

    Interactive Learning Experience

    Take a virtual tour through a sewing machine and a sewist's toolbox by clicking through interactive PDFs specially designed to help you understand each sewing machine part and sewing tool in full detail.

  • Action shot of hand sewing a fabric coaster

    Comprehensive Curriculum

    Build a strong foundation in sewing so that you can finish this course knowing how to comfortably sew by hand and operate a sewing machine independently.

  • Self-Paced

    Learn entirely at your own pace! You can pause, replay, and review each chapter as many times as you'd like.

  • Lifetime Access

    This was designed as a resource that you can refer back to time and time again.

  • Beginner-Friendly

    We start from the very beginning, so even someone who has never even heard of sewing before would be able to follow along :)
Michelle and her younger brother Marco at Michelle's graduation from FIT

Hi! My name is Michelle and I'm honored to be your instructor♥︎

I'm so proud of you for being here! I'm incredibly passionate about creating a welcoming and inviting learning environment :)

A little about me—I am the human behind We The Future of Fashion and Sewing! I have also written two books: All About Adaptive and Stitch by Stitch.

I graduated from the Fashion Institute of Technology after studying fashion design and entrepreneurship. I started teaching people how to sew last October after my younger brother dropped out of his fashion courses because of his condescendingly rude professors. Before this, I researched fashion inclusivity with an emphasis on disability inclusion and adaptive wear. My main focus with We The Future of Fashion and Sewing is to create educational resources that empower people to be the change they want to see. You can do anything you put your mind to!

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