Fridays | 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
April 24 • May 1 • May 8
Ready to finally learn how to sew? Join us for a beginner-friendly, hands-on sewing course where you’ll build real skills while making projects you’ll actually use. Over three sessions, you’ll go from “never touched a machine” to confidently creating your own handmade pieces.
This small-group course is designed to give you plenty of guidance, support, and time to practice — so you can leave feeling capable, creative, and proud of what you’ve made.
🧵 What You’ll Do
Across three classes, you’ll complete three projects, each designed to teach a different area of sewing:
Class 1: Throw Pillow Cover
Learn sewing machine basics and foundational techniques
Create a custom pillow cover for your space
Class 2: Tote Bag
Build skills in structure and construction
Sew a fully lined, functional tote bag
Class 3: Pajama Shorts
Learn garment basics and working with patterns
Create wearable pajama shorts tailored to your size
By the end of the course, you’ll have experience in home décor, accessories, and apparel sewing — plus the confidence to keep going on your own.
Additional course details on our instructor's website: https://www.ronkita.biz/en/services/learn-to-sew/sewing-classes/intro-to-sewing-course
🧰 Materials & Tools
Sewing machines and all tools will be provided during class
You’re welcome to bring your own machine if it’s in full working order with all parts
Participants will need to bring project materials:
Class 1: Throw Pillow Cover
16" x 16" pillow insert
1/2 yard non-stretch (cotton) fabric
Class 2: Tote Bag
1 yard quilting cotton (outer fabric)
1 yard quilting cotton (lining)
Class 3: Pajama Shorts
Flannel or quilting cotton (amount varies by size — guidance provided after registration)
1/2" or 3/4" elastic
👩🎨 Who Can Join?
Beginners welcome, no experience required
Perfect for anyone who’s been wanting to learn sewing from scratch
Small group setting for personalized support
✨ Why Join?
Skip the overwhelm of learning alone and build your sewing skills in a supportive, creative environment. You’ll leave with finished projects, practical knowledge, and the confidence to keep stitching long after the course ends.
🌸 About Your Instructor
Vanessa of Ronkita Design has over 20 years of experience teaching sewing to kids and adults of all skill levels. She teaches locally in Austin and virtually nationwide, is a sewing instructor at Austin Community College, and serves on the Fashion Design Advisory Committee. A full-time designer and seamstress, Vanessa works across fashion, adaptable clothing, wearable tech, decor, and accessories. She also speaks conversational Spanish, French, and Ukrainian, creating a welcoming learning environment for students from all backgrounds.