This foundation sewing class is perfect for anyone who wants to learn how to sew from scratch. Designed for complete beginners, the class will guide you step by step through the essential skills needed to start sewing with confidence.You’ll begin by learning how to use a sewing machine, including threading, adjusting basic settings, and practicing common stitches. From there, you’ll apply these skills to create your first sewing project, gaining hands-on experience while building confidence and accuracy. The class also introduces you to using a sewing pattern. You’ll learn how to read pattern instructions, understand pattern pieces, and follow them correctly to bring a project together.By the end of the class, you’ll have a finished project and a solid foundation in sewing basics, giving you the skills and confidence to continue sewing on your own. No prior experience is required.

Are you an Artspace member or ambassador? Email Danny Peña, Director of Education + Community Programs at [email protected] for your one-time promo code and receive your discount.

About the instructor

Michelle Wilkie is a self-taught textile artist and designer of modern quilts. Her artistic practice revolves around modern quilting where I seamlessly blend traditional techniques with a contemporary twist, embracing both Improvisation and Minimalism. Many of her designs are inspired by the details she finds or experiences every day. She transforms these into art through piecing, editing, and quilting.

This year, Michelle has had work exhibited in a solo art show at Golden Belt, NC, and has participated and exhibited in a community exhibition at the NC Museum of Art (NCMA). She has taught at several classes this year at events such as QuiltCon and Quilters Affair. In 2023, Michelle was an artist in residence at Durham Art Guild and Penland School of Craft. She had her first solo art exhibition Page-Walker Center and exhibited at CAM Raleigh, Truist Gallery, 311 Gallery and ArtSpace NC (open call + final) and curated international shows in France and Italy. She regularly has work juried into International Quilt Exhibitions (inc. QuiltCon, Mid-Atlantic Quilt Festival, International Quilt Festival). She was featured in several magazines and published in the book Modern Quilts: Design of the New Century.

About Artspace //

Artspace is a non-profit visual arts center located in Downtown Raleigh. Visit Artspace to explore exhibitions featuring national and community artists, engage with more than 35 artists working in their studios, and enjoy art classes and community events for all ages and abilities. To learn more about Artspace, visit artspacenc.org

Parking and Accessibility

Free street parking is available on Davie Street. Parking decks with free weekend parking include:

• City Center Deck, 429 S. Wilmington St.
• Moore Square Deck, 233 S. Wilmington St.
• Municipal Complex Deck, 201 W. Morgan St.
• Wilmington Street Station Deck, 117 S. Wilmington St.

Explore accessibility information with our Know Before You Go Guide.