Event Details

In episode 6 of 101 Things I Learned in Fashion School, you will be introduced to the coverstitch machine! This machine is used for creating professional-looking hems, decorative stitching, and top-stitching on garments! Learning to use a coverstitch machine is an important step to growing as a seamstr(ess) and creating professional looking designs. In this skills-based course students will learn how to thread and operate a four cone coverstitch by practicing a number of techniques under the guidance of our instructors!


If you'd like to bring your own machine to learn on, please reach out to education@generatorvt.com before registering!


Restrictions:

  • 16+
  • <18 will require a parent/guardian to sign a liability waiver


Materials:

  • All materials will be provided for the instructional portion of the episodes.
  • Participants will source their own materials for custom piece projects.


Check out Generator's Events Calendar to learn more about the other episodes in 101 Things I Learned in Fashion School!

Instructor

  • Lizzie Maklad

    Lizzie Maklad

    Lizzie has a love for all things fashion and sustainable consumption. She first started sewing at 8 years old and hasn’t stopped since. After spending a year at fashion tech school at SCAD she joined Generator. When not sewing Lizzie is attending the University of Vermont, majoring in Community Centered Design. During her gap year Lizzie worked at local thrift stores as their clothing inventory manager, controlling intake and output. Lizzie has experience in tailoring, garment construction, patterning, and machine repair. Lizzie is excited to share her experience and passion for clothing with others!

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  • Lucy Powell (Membership / Communication Coordinator & Instructor at Generator)

    Lucy Powell

    Membership / Communication Coordinator & Instructor at Generator

    Alongside working as Generator’s Membership & Communications Coordinator, Lucy enjoys upcycling her old clothes into wearable pieces of art! She is passionate about reducing her overall clothing waste and empowering others to learn to repair their own clothes. When not sewing, Lucy is usually reading a fantasy novel at the beach or exploring the landscape of Vermont!

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Tickets

Introduction to the Coverstitch
Standard Price $60
Introduction to the Coverstitch (Member Only)
Member Price $54

Venue

40 Sears Ln

Sears Lane 40
Burlington, Vermont

If you have any questions please contact Paige Hurley

Contact Organizer

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