Basic Sewing Course

Duration: 12 classes of 3 hours each (1 class per week unless otherwise noted.)

Price: $475.00 (Does not include materials. You must bring your own sewing machine.)

Teacher: Cecilia Gibbs

Available dates and times are listed under the workshop title at the top of this page. If you prefer, you can reserve your spot by phone by calling (787)786-7171. Please read all information, and the terms and conditions below.

Our Basic Sewing Course consists of 12 classes, 3 hours each, where you will learn step-by-step all the techniques you need to start in the world of sewing. Whether you want to learn to make or repair your own clothes, or you have the goal of making sewing your profession, this is the ideal course for you.

These are some of the topics that will be discussed during the course:
Introduction to sewing equipment, sewing machine, and other necessary items.
How to take measurements and make pattern alterations
Types of sewing, finishes, use of interfacing and other accessories.
Sewing an elastic skirt or pants
Among other important topics.

Classes will be offered once a week, unless the teacher indicates an exception.

Materials list:

• Sewing machine
• Fabric scissors
• Paper or pattern scissors
• Small scissors
• Hand needles
• Sewing machine needles (9-11-14)
• Pins
• Pincushion (tomato or magnetic)
• Tracing paper
• Tracing wheel
• Tailor’s chalk or markers
• Charcoal pencil (regular)
• Tailor’s chalk
• Hem ruler
• Measuring tape
• Seam ripper
• Sewing kit
• Transparent tape
• Solid color cotton fabric for samples – 1 yard
• Regular zipper (3 of 7)
• Invisible zipper (1 of 7)
• Pattern for a simple blouse
• Hemming tape, hem lace, bias tape for hems or finishes
• Pellon (interfacing fabric for garments) – yard
• Gridded ruler 18
• MUST BRING: Folder and plastic sleeves for projects

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IMPORTANT: By enrolling in any of our courses or workshops, you confirm that you have read, understood, and accepted all the terms and conditions detailed below.

Full payment is required to reserve your spot in our courses or workshops. Reservations with a deposit will only be allowed for multi-week sewing courses. Deposits can only be made in person or by phone by calling (787)786-7171.
Courses and workshops do not include materials. Materials must be purchased at Alonso Sobrino. You must purchase your materials before the workshop date or arrive EARLY (at least 30 minutes before) on the day of the workshop to make your purchase.
Dates and times may be subject to change. Please stay tuned for any communication in this regard and/or call on the same day to verify that the class is still on.
Some courses or workshops have requirements. You must meet these to take advanced technique classes.
You must adhere to the indicated start dates and times.
No companions are allowed.
All our courses and workshops are in-person and are offered only in Spanish.
Absences and date changes:

1. In case the student is absent from the course or workshop, the payment or deposit for it will not be refundable.

2. If you cannot attend the course or workshop, you will be allowed ONE (1) date change without penalty by presenting your purchase receipt. You will have a maximum of 6 months from the date of payment to reschedule. If the course or workshop has not been offered again in that period, you must contact us before the credit expires to request other alternatives.

3. If you do not reschedule the course or workshop within the aforementioned period, you will NOT be credited for the payment and will NOT receive a refund. In this case, you will have to restart the enrollment process and make the payment again if you still wish to take the course or workshop.