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These 4 classes will get your sewing going!

Know your Tools, Seams, Pressing, and Edge Finishes...all the things you need for a successful sewing project, right here in 4 easy classes!

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Beginning Sewing Series

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Machine Basics Tips & Tricks

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  • 3 Lessons

Curious what you can learn from our classes? Then watch our FREE primer on how to solve typical sewing machine issues! These are the most common problems that cause sewing nightmares, with simple solutions you can implement RIGHT NOW! And this is just the beginning of all the tips, tricks, and insights our Cat Staff has designed to simplify your sewing! Check out all our HISS@HOME classes and in-person ones, too!
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  • $25

Hem your jeans in a Jiffy!

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  • 4 Lessons

Have you struggled to hem your jeans with any sort of professional outcome? Sick of paying someone else when you own a sewing machine? Then this is the perfect course for you! Follow along, and you'll be hemming your jeans quickly and accurately every time!
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  • $35

Buttonholes 101

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  • 4 Lessons

This course should take you an hour to complete by watching the videos and then practicing on your own! Do you bungle your buttonholes? Never made a buttonhole, and are scared to ruin a project? This class will guide you through the buttonhole process to give you store-bought results.
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  • $35

Cutting out your Pattern from Fabric

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  • 7 Lessons

This course should take you an hour to complete by watching the videos and then practicing on your own! How to properly pin, cut, and mark your fabric from a pattern. Sounds easy, right? It can be, but learn avoid the pitfalls of mismatched fabric pieces, crooked or warped pieces, missing pieces and more with this tutorial.
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  • $35

Edge Finishes & Hems

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  • 7 Lessons

This course should take you an hour to complete by watching the videos and then practicing on your own! Finished edges give a crisp, well executed look to any project. Learn how to perform a narrow edge hem, blindstitch a hem, and create some fun finishes without pulling your hair out!
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  • $25

Hem your jeans in a Jiffy!

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  • 4 Lessons

Have you struggled to hem your jeans with any sort of professional outcome? Sick of paying someone else when you own a sewing machine? Then this is the perfect course for you! Follow along, and you'll be hemming your jeans quickly and accurately every time!
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  • $35

How to Read and Use Patterns

  • Course
  • 7 Lessons

This course should take you an hour to complete by watching the videos and floowing with your pattern! There's a wealth of information on just the pattern envelope, let alone the instruction sheet! Learn how to properly buy correct fabric yardage & notions, read the instructions for right/wrong fabric side, basting, and selvage, and how to transfer marks from your pattern for maximum accuracy in pattern assembly.
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  • $35

Know Your Tools

  • Course
  • 9 Lessons

This course should take you an hour to complete by watching the videos and then practicing on your own! A MUST for beginners! Learn about the main tools used in the sewing process, how to use them to your maximum benefit, and what tools work best for specific projects. Perfect for those looking to set up a sewing area in their home without wasting space or blowing the budget!
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Machine Basics Tips & Tricks

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  • 3 Lessons

Curious what you can learn from our classes? Then watch our FREE primer on how to solve typical sewing machine issues! These are the most common problems that cause sewing nightmares, with simple solutions you can implement RIGHT NOW! And this is just the beginning of all the tips, tricks, and insights our Cat Staff has designed to simplify your sewing! Check out all our HISS@HOME classes and in-person ones, too!
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  • $45

Make a Fitted Sewing Machine Cover

  • Course
  • 6 Lessons

Ready for a great first project? Make a fitted sewing machine cover for your machine! With a few simple measurements and careful cutting, you'll have a fun, fitted cover to enjoy that suits your personality!
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  • $35

Pressing 101

  • Course
  • 5 Lessons

There's "ironing" and then there's PRESSING. Do you know the difference? Learn to get the most out of your iron and board, and what pressing tools to consider when building your sewing tool chest. If you want to take your sewing to the next level of professionalism quickly and easily, this is the class to take!
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  • $35

Simple Seams

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  • 6 Lessons

This course should take you an hour to complete by watching the videos and then practicing on your own! There's more to a great seam and edge finish than stitching a line and ironing it flat. Learn 3 different seam finishes, how to properly press your seams, and how to get a professional finish every time!
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  • $35

Two Toned Tote Bag

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  • 12 Lessons

Ready to try a project and practice those skills from the Seams, Edge finishes, and pressing classes? This is the PERFECT project for you! Make a sturdy tote bag you'll get years of service from! Easy step-by-step instructions means you'll have a successful, professional bag in no time!
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  • $57

Two Toned Tote Bag WITH Pre-cut Materials

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  • 12 Lessons

Ready to try a project and practice those skills from the Seams, Edge finishes, and pressing classes? This is the PERFECT project for you! Make a sturdy tote bag you'll get years of service from! Easy step-by-step instructions means you'll have a successful, professional bag in no time! Plus, purchasing our pre-cut kit means you can focus on the sewing, instead of prepping materials!
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  • $35

Zippers 101

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  • 6 Lessons

This course should take you an hour to complete by watching the videos and then practicing on your own! Learn the basics about zippers, 2 different ways to insert zippers into a garment, proper care, and how to shorten a zipper in this toothy tutorial!
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