1 Pillow - 7 Sewing Machine Skills for Beginners

Want to learn seven sewing machine skills with one simple pillow project? Of course you do! This class covers the fundamental knowledge you'll need to develop your sewing machine prowess.

A pillow is an excellent project for beginners because it teaches you basic skills that will lead you to more advanced projects like quilting and sewing your own clothes. It’s a great way to get to know your sewing machine and feel more confident using it.

This particular pillow design uses seven essential skills:

1. Straight stitching
2. Curve stitching
3. Gathering
4. Topstitching
5. Hemming
6. Pivoting
7. Seam finishing

These are all skills that have a wide range of applications beyond pillow making, such as setting the sleeve of a shirt or creating your own throw blanket. My very first pillow project led me to garment sewing and eventually a BFA in Fashion Design. Imagine where your pillow could lead you!

This course is perfect for beginners who understand the basic functions of their machine, but want to start building the skills that will allow them to tackle a wide array of projects. By the end of the lesson, you’ll have both a beautiful pillow and the fundamental knowledge to take your sewing to the next level. If that sounds like your cup of tea, let’s get started!

• Welcome!
• Class Project
• Fabric 101
• Pattern Cutting
• Skill #1: Straight Stitching
• Skill #2: Curve Stitching
• Skill #3: Gathering
• Skill #4: Topstitching
• Skill #5: Hemming
• Skill #6: Pivoting
• Skill #7: Seam Finishing
• Beyond Pillow Making