{"product_id":"curso-de-verano-costura-basica-para-ninas","title":"Basic Sewing Course for Girls - Ages 8 to 11","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBasic Sewing Course for Girls\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDuration: \u003c\/b\u003e10\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e classes of 3 hours each (1 class per week unless otherwise noted.)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePrice: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e$445.00 \u003cspan\u003e(Materials not included. You must bring your own sewing machine.)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTeacher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Katherine Gibbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIMPORTANT\u003c\/strong\u003e: Please add a note to your order indicating the full name of the girl who will be taking the workshop.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAvailable dates and times are located below the workshop title at the top of this page. If you prefer, you can reserve your spot by phone by calling (787)786-7171. Please read all information, and the terms and conditions below.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn our Basic Sewing Course for Girls aged 8 to 11, we will teach them everything from essential stitches to simple projects, both by hand and with the sewing machine. In this creative space, they will discover new skills and create fun pieces that will spark their imagination. Give your girl the opportunity to develop her creativity while learning about the valuable skill of sewing!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCourse Description:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eA basic sewing course designed to expose participants to various experiences with the use and handling of attachments and equipment used for sewing. The acquired experiences will enable them to work safely and effectively with needles, thread, pins, and the sewing machine. All these activities are developed within the framework of a basic-primary level of sewing. The age, developmental level, and experience of the course participants with regard to the use and handling of basic sewing arts will be taken into consideration. Participants are expected to be girls with little to no experience in the field of sewing, so that this experience will be the beginning of their encounter with the tasks related to the art of sewing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaterials List:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e½ yard of solid color cotton fabric\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e½ yard of simple printed fabric (e.g., flowers, not-too-large leaves, or abstract designs in preferred colors)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSmall sewing threads that match the fabrics\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eButtons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eFabric scraps or samples for swatches\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eFabric scissors\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eMeasuring tape\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSeam ripper\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e1 pack of pins (preferably medium size with heads)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ePincushion\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThimble\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHand needles of various sizes (long, short, and medium)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e1 pack of machine needles (preferably sizes 9, 11, and 12)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSynthetic stuffing\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e3 sheets of colored felt\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSmall sewing box to store basic materials (This may include some of the required materials)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e*Some materials may be subject to change.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e----------------------\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeneral objective of the course:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e To develop in the participants basic hand and machine sewing skills, fostering creativity, patience, care, attention to detail, and careful and clean work when completing a task or piece made by applying proper sewing skills.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecific objectives: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecognize the basic materials, equipment, and tools used in sewing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStudy different fabrics and learn how the textiles used for making garments in basic sewing are created.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdentify the different fabrics that can be used to work on various basic sewing projects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLearn basic hand stitches and how to use them to solve issues such as: attaching buttons and hemming, among others.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDevelop simple creative sewing projects both by hand (needle-pins) and with the sewing machine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKnow, review, and respect at all times the safety rules applicable to working with the tools, equipment, and materials used in sewing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSafety standards:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e At the beginning of this experience, students will be guided on the basic safety rules they must observe in each class session. Those rules that need to be included according to new tools, equipment, or materials to be used in the course will be reinforced or introduced as the course progresses.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications for participants:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach participant will be responsible for having her own sewing machine. This should be a basic and simple machine that is easy for the girl to handle and should only have the basic stitches that will be worked on in this course. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach student agrees to arrive on time for class; if absent, she must communicate with the teacher to provide her excuse and will be responsible for catching up on any activity that took place during her absence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach student must have her basic sewing kit and a sewing box or small box where she can store her equipment and work materials. It will be the responsibility of each student to keep these in their respective areas and ensure that they are not left in the classroom once the session ends.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStudents must come to class having eaten breakfast and must bring a small lunch box containing a nutritious snack and water. This snack will be consumed in class during the allocated time. During this time, students must stop working on their projects and will return to the task together once the snack time ends. No food residues should be left in the work area, and each student is responsible for picking up their waste and placing it in the designated area.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach participant must bring the requested materials and assigned homework to class. Likewise, each student is expected to demonstrate appropriate behavior that facilitates her learning and allows for the development of an environment where all participants can work harmoniously, pleasantly, respectfully, and positively.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCourse content:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA general overview of the topics and work that will be developed during the basic sewing course for girls aged 8 to 11.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCourse presentation, rules, norms, expectations, diagnostic of sewing knowledge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePresentation of equipment, tools, and materials used in sewing – reflection on projects we can undertake.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGetting to know textile fabrics and necessary materials for sewing – creation of swatches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHands-on: stitches, needles, pins, hems, buttons, buttonholes, basting, and other hand sewing techniques.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGetting to know the sewing machine, fabrics, projects, straight stitches, backstitches, scallops, working with scraps, samples of different types of machine sewing, projects and activities done with the sewing machine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGetting to know a fabric store… the place where magic, creativity, and sewing knowledge transform into a garment, accessories, and more.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePresentations of our machine and hand-sewn work\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEvaluation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e  Participation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e  Progress in the work of each session\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e  Organization in the work area\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e  Care and safety shown during each work session\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e  Course attendance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e  Responsibility in completing tasks and behavior\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCourse close:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e  Presentation of pieces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e  Participants' reflections on their course experiences\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e  Delivery of participation certificates\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e----------------------\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIMPORTANT: By enrolling in any of our courses or workshops, you confirm that you have read, understood, and accepted all the terms and conditions detailed below.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eFull payment is required to reserve your spot\u003c\/span\u003e in our courses or workshops. Only courses whose duration is several weeks will allow reservations with a deposit. Deposits can only be made in person or by phone by calling (787)786-7171.\u003cbr\u003e• Courses and workshops \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003edo not include materials\u003c\/span\u003e. Materials must be purchased at Alonso Sobrino. You must purchase your materials before the workshop date or arrive EARLY (at least 30 minutes prior) on the day of the workshop to make your purchase.\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eDates and times may be subject to change\u003c\/span\u003e. Please stay tuned for any communication regarding this and\/or call on the same day to confirm that the class is still on.\u003cbr\u003e• Some courses or workshops have \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eprerequisites\u003c\/span\u003e. You must meet these to take advanced technique classes.\u003cbr\u003e• You must adhere to the indicated start dates and times.\u003cbr\u003e• No companions are allowed.\u003cbr\u003e• All our courses and workshops are in-person and offered only in Spanish.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• Absences and date changes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn case the student is absent from the course or workshop, \u003cstrong\u003ethe payment or deposit will not be refundable.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you cannot attend the course or workshop, you will be allowed \u003cstrong\u003eONE (1) date change\u003c\/strong\u003e without penalty by presenting your purchase receipt. You will have a \u003cstrong\u003emaximum of 6 months from the date of payment to reschedule\u003c\/strong\u003e. If the course or workshop has not been offered again within that period, you must contact us before the credit expires to request other alternatives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you do not reschedule the course or workshop within the aforementioned period, \u003cstrong\u003ethe payment will NOT be credited, and you will NOT receive a refund\u003c\/strong\u003e. In this case, you will have to restart the enrollment process and make the payment again if you still wish to take the course or workshop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Alonso Sobrino","offers":[{"title":"Start date: Saturday, February 21, 2026 9:00am-12:00pm (10 weeks)","offer_id":48137404121310,"sku":null,"price":445.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0226\/2571\/files\/CursosdeCosturaparaNinas-Julio2026.png?v=1776800840","url":"https:\/\/alonsosobrino.com\/en\/products\/curso-de-verano-costura-basica-para-ninas","provider":"Alonso Sobrino","version":"1.0","type":"link"}