Learn to sew as you add new skills each week. There will be a project to practice on each week. Week 1 will cover machine basics and then we will make a decorative pillow case. Week 2 we will make a reversable tote bag. Week 3 we will make pajama pants. You will learn how to read a pattern and many more skills. Please bring your own sewing machine. The supply list for each week’s class will be emailed to you prior to class. Instructor: Joan Bogart is a retired educator from RPS. She has taught numerous classes through Rockford Community Services including Facebook, Microsoft Word, Sewing, Knitting, Jewelry Making. Joan is also the moderator for the Community Services Book Club for Adults.

Ages 8 & up with an adult. No sewing experience required. You will learn safety and operation of the sewing machine, how to thread the machine, wind a bobbin and more. You will practice sewing while making a project each class. Projects include a decorative pillow case, a reversible tote bag, and pajama pants. This is a great way to spend time together learning a new hobby. You will need to bring your own sewing machine. The supply list for each week’s class will be emailed to you prior to the first class. Only one registration per child/adult pair - Please register just the child attending.Instructor Background: Joan Bogart is a retired educator from Rockford Public Schools. She has taught numerous classes through Rockford Community Services including Facebook, Microsoft Word, Sewing. Knitting and Jewelry Making. Joan is also the moderator for the Community Services Book Club for Adults.

Ages 8 & up with an adult. This class will build on the skills learned in the Learn to Sew Together I beginning class. Knowledge of a sewing machine and some prior sewing experience is required. Students will learn new sewing skills while making a project at each class. Just in time for the holidays and a great way to spend time together. Participants will need to bring their own sewing machine and purchase supplies prior to each class. A supply list will be emailed to you prior to each class. Only one registration per child/adult pair - Please register just the child attending. Instructor Background: Joan Bogart is a retired educator from Rockford Public Schools. She has taught numerous classes through Rockford Community Services including Facebook, Microsoft Word, Sewing. Knitting and Jewelry Making. Joan is also the moderator for the Community Services Book Club for Adults.