Learn different stitches, speed control, and seam allowance in this intermediate skills sewing machine workshop. Undergraduates Caroline Solomon and Casey Serrano will teach this workshop. Come learn from peers at the McBay Science Library Makerspace.

Solomon is a fourth year studying Environmental Economics & Management and Russian. She is president of UGA’s Fashion Design Student Association and was project lead for the Close the Loop Sustainability Grant project. Close the Loop worked to combat fast fashion and reduce clothing waste through sewing repair workshops. Project partners included UGA’s Swap Shop at the MLC, Fair Fashion UGA, and other student organizations. She has several years of experience in machine- and hand-sewing, clothing construction, and mending.

Serrano is a Makerspace student assistant and fourth year Geography student. Serrano wants all students to feel confident using makerspace equipment. Serrano was awarded UGA Student Employee of the Year in 2022 in part for their work creating project-based tutorials for the laser cutter and hand embroidery kits. In addition to experience designing and fabricating with 3D printers, vinyl cutter, and laser cutter, Serrano has many years of hand and machine sewing experience.

This workshop is free and open to all UGA undergraduates. Limited to 10 participants. Supplies provided. Please RSVP on the McBay Science Library Makerspace calendar.