Project Sewing?

Question

What is a good sewing class project?

Answer 1

I prefer to start people with "samplers," one of machine techniques and one of hand techniques. Basically it's just collection of small pieces of fabric (say maybe 4 by 8) that you seam together or hem or whatever. Some of the basic techniques I like to teach are standard seams, stretch stitch seams, french seams, flat felled seams, serging, gathering, stitching ruffles to a flat piece, cross stitch, slip stitch, hooks and eyes, and buttons with and without a thread shank. This gives people a basic background that lets them proceed to some more interesting projects. Once they've done samplers I like to have people pick a store bought pattern to make for themselves. I prefer to ask them to do shirts because shirts offer the opportunity to practice so many techniques and because they're a good way to introduce people to buttonholes and facings. This project gives them a chance to learn how to use a store pattern and to learn the basics of cutting. It's a bit challenging, but they learn so much! And they're so proud when they're done!

Answer 2

Maybe sow a pillow case or a christmas stocking... nah... that's too easy... have the class start sewing their own Halloween costume! They've got 3 months to complete it!

Answer 3

Here is a sewing plan:
http://www.sew-whats-new.com/sewinglessons/

Try an easy bag - no fit issues there...
http://www.sewing.org/enthusiast/html/et_sequinbag.html

4-H has some sewing series that I have seen:
http://extension.usu.edu/4hsewing/sewing/index.htm

Here's another place that might give you ideas:
http://www.studio2b.org/lounge/gs_stuff/ip_sew.asp

Answer 4

it is good to sew the biggest flag in the world. at least double purpose, you have a class project, you will also be included in the Guinness book of the world!!!!!!!!! ok pa sa all right! hehehe

Answer 5

Making a leather belt .

Embroidering on a linen pillow.

Puppet making,

Making a hold all for the bedroom.