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SUMMARY:Machine Sewing 101
DESCRIPTION:Learn sewing machine basics\, stitches\, threading\, tension\, best practices\, and more! Leave with a sampler\, PDF guide and confidence.\n\n\nStudents will leave this class with the foundation for utilizing a standard home sewing machine. Whether you’re a complete beginner or looking for a refresher\, this workshop will teach you all the ins and outs of a standard home sewing machine. We’ll use the Shoreline Tool Library’s sewing machines to explore questions like… \n\nHow do sewing machines work?\nWhen should I use each stitch?\nWhat’s a bobbin and how do I thread it?\nWhy do all the parts have funny names?\nWhat’s the deal with the tension?\nIs this thing I heard about sewing a rule or a guideline?\nHow soon can I make my dream project?\nAnd so much more!\n\nYou’ll come away with an understanding of machine sewing best practices\, a stitch sampler\, a PDF with all the information we cover in class\, and the confidence to start tackling some projects. \nAbout the instructor\, Mary McLennan and Karen: Mary is passionate about making textile skills more accessible and supporting a circular future for fashion and textiles in the PNW. Karen has been machine-sewing and quilting for over 40 years\, and has sewn garments\, home decor\, and quilts. \nOur sliding scale for classes helps to reduce barriers for participation while retaining sufficient income for Seattle REconomy\, which owns and operates the NE Seattle and Shoreline tool libraries. Please choose the level that best fits your family’s income. \nACCESSIBILITY: \n\nThe venue is wheelchair accessible and has an all-gender restroom. The restroom is ADA compliant.\nNon-English and ASL interpreters are not provided at our classes and events\, however attendees are welcome to bring their own interpreters.\nPlease contact us with any accessibility notes or requests.\n\nGETTING THERE: \n\nBy transit: Served by King County Metro bus Rapid Ride E Line on Aurora Ave N and N 165th.\nBy bike: The venue is located one block west of the Interurban Trail. Shoreline Light Rail stations are each about 2 miles away. A bicycle rack is available outside the building.\nCar parking: There is an asphalt parking lot that fits up to 20 cars. There is one ADA van accessible parking space with an access aisle.\n\nChildren are welcome at some classes with their parent or guardian on a case-by-case basis\, either as a student or as an observer. If you would like your child to attend a class with you\, please email info@seattlereconomy.org with their age and experience. Let us know if they will be a student or an observer\, the name and date of the class\, and we will determine if it is appropriate.
URL:https://seattlereconomy.org/event/machine-sewing-101-6/
LOCATION:Shoreline Tool Library\, 16610 Aurora Avenue North\, Shoreline\, WA\, 98133\, United States
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Training and Refresher at the Shoreline Tool Library
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for our Monthly Volunteer Training where you’ll learn new skills and meet other awesome volunteers!\n\n\nThis is a great opportunity to learn more about how you can get involved with the community and help out at the Shoreline Tool Library. Whether you’re a seasoned volunteer\, you haven’t been back in a while\, or you’re brand new\, everyone is welcome!  \nWe’ll cover everything you need to know to check in and out tools\, assist members\, and answer all of your questions. We’ll also go over other ways to volunteer\, including beautification\, outreach\, inventory\, fixing tools\, and steering committees. If you’d like to learn a little more about each opportunity before seeing the space (and see what other opportunities we have)\, check out seattlereconomy.org/volunteer\, and we’ll see you there! \nPerks of being a Seattle REconomy tool library volunteer? \n\nFree tool library membership when you volunteer 1 shift (or 3 hours) per month\nAccess to our Ridwell bin\nFree Seattle REconomy class if you volunteer 3 shifts (or 9 hours) in one month (learn more about our classes on seattlereconomy.org/classes-events)\nWarm fuzzy feelings!\n\nIf you haven’t already\, fill out our Volunteer Interest Form! \nThis monthly event is hosted at the NE Seattle Tool Library and the Shoreline Tool Library\, alternating locations each month. If it isn’t hosted at the location you hope to volunteer at\, don’t worry! This training includes foundational information that will help you at whichever tool library you volunteer at. \nIf you find that you can no longer attend this event\, please cancel your RSVP. \nACCESSIBILITY:  \n\nThe venue is wheelchair accessible and has an all-gender restroom. The restroom is ADA compliant.\nNon-English and ASL interpreters are not provided at our classes and events\, however attendees are welcome to bring their own interpreters.\nPlease contact us with any accessibility notes or requests. \n\nGETTING THERE: \n\nBy transit: Served by King County Metro bus Rapid Ride E Line on Aurora Ave N and N 165th.\nBy bike: The venue is located one block west of the Interurban Trail. Shoreline Light Rail stations are each about 2 miles away. A bicycle rack is available outside the building. \nCar parking: There is an asphalt parking lot that fits up to 20 cars. There is one ADA van accessible parking space with an access aisle. 
URL:https://seattlereconomy.org/event/volunteer-training-and-refresher-at-the-shoreline-tool-library-4/
LOCATION:Shoreline Tool Library\, 16610 Aurora Avenue North\, Shoreline\, WA\, 98133\, United States
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SUMMARY:Machine Sewing 101
DESCRIPTION:Learn sewing machine basics\, stitches\, threading\, tension\, best practices\, and more! Leave with a sampler\, PDF guide and confidence.\n\n\nStudents will leave this class with the foundation for utilizing a standard home sewing machine. Whether you’re a complete beginner or looking for a refresher\, this workshop will teach you all the ins and outs of a standard home sewing machine. We’ll use the Shoreline Tool Library’s sewing machines to explore questions like… \n\nHow do sewing machines work?\nWhen should I use each stitch?\nWhat’s a bobbin and how do I thread it?\nWhy do all the parts have funny names?\nWhat’s the deal with the tension?\nIs this thing I heard about sewing a rule or a guideline?\nHow soon can I make my dream project?\nAnd so much more!\n\nYou’ll come away with an understanding of machine sewing best practices\, a stitch sampler\, a PDF with all the information we cover in class\, and the confidence to start tackling some projects. \nAbout the instructor\, Ruth Tomandl and Joslyn Slaughter: Ruth has been machine sewing for 25 years and enjoy mending\, quilting\, and making useful things. Joslyn learned to sew in Home Ec (economics) class in high school back when they taught such a thing.. the 1970s! She’s stock piled more fabric than she’ll ever be able to use; fabric stores are one of her happy places! \nOur sliding scale for classes helps to reduce barriers for participation while retaining sufficient income for Seattle REconomy\, which owns and operates the NE Seattle and Shoreline tool libraries. Please choose the level that best fits your family’s income. \nACCESSIBILITY: \n\nThe venue is wheelchair accessible and has an all-gender restroom. The restroom is ADA compliant.\nNon-English and ASL interpreters are not provided at our classes and events\, however attendees are welcome to bring their own interpreters.\nPlease contact us with any accessibility notes or requests.\n\nGETTING THERE: \n\nBy transit: Served by King County Metro bus Rapid Ride E Line on Aurora Ave N and N 165th.\nBy bike: The venue is located one block west of the Interurban Trail. Shoreline Light Rail stations are each about 2 miles away. A bicycle rack is available outside the building.\nCar parking: There is an asphalt parking lot that fits up to 20 cars. There is one ADA van accessible parking space with an access aisle.\n\nChildren are welcome at some classes with their parent or guardian on a case-by-case basis\, either as a student or as an observer. If you would like your child to attend a class with you\, please email info@seattlereconomy.org with their age and experience. Let us know if they will be a student or an observer\, the name and date of the class\, and we will determine if it is appropriate.
URL:https://seattlereconomy.org/event/machine-sewing-101-7/
LOCATION:Shoreline Tool Library\, 16610 Aurora Avenue North\, Shoreline\, WA\, 98133\, United States
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