Intro To Sewing Class in Portland, Maine

Length: 4 hours
Class Fee: $120

Join one of Factory 3's instructors, Stacy Owen, Katie Champlin, or Jillian Carrozza, to learn the basics of sewing:

Winding a bobbin
Cutting fabric
Threading your machine
Utilization of a sewing machine such as tension and speed
Sewing machine stitches

As you learn, you will create a drawstring bag — which is yours at the end of class!

Machines and supplies provided for all students. You may only use your own machine at the discretion of the instructor - details to be provided in confirmation email.

About the instructors:

Stacy Owen’s journey of bringing her designs to life began more than 20 years ago, when she learned to make quilts from her in-laws. She makes both modern and art quilts, as well as sewing bags, purses, and clothing. She services and restores antique, vintage, and modern computerized sewing machines. Stacy is a member of Maine Modern Quilters and Studio Art Quilt Associates.

Katie Rose Champlin is a Fashion & Textile designer from Portland, Maine. After earning a BFA from the Maine College of Art and Design, she refined her craft within an esteemed fashion design studio nestled in the heart of the NYC garment district. She returned to Maine in early 2024, where she was excited to reintegrate into the Portland art community. She challenges her practice by participating in competitions and shows including the BIAAF international design contest and Runway For Hope in Portland, ME. Katie specializes in apparel design, soft goods design, print design, mending, and upcycling.

Jillian Carrozza graduated from The Fashion Institute of Technology in NYC, as well as Central Saint Martins in London, UK, specializing in fashion design with knitwear. With a passion for textiles, she has worked in costuming, window displays, home décor, consulting and quality assurance. She is happy to bring her 25 years of sewing experience into teaching.