Sage & Needles
About
I have sewn for over 25 years. I begin as a quilter and evolved to clothing design and patternmaking for clothing. I am currently stuying tailoring. It's exciting!
I enjoy helping folks become comfortable with their sewing machine first. My goal is to take you to the finish line with a finished product. It doesn't have to be perfect but it's important that you walk away having completed an item.
I like to dive right in.
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
For new students I like to have a chat to understand their goal. Once identified we work to that point. The lessons are tailored towards the desired outcome of the the student.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Throughout my years as a creative I've studied with various professionals. I learned to quilt studying with the master quilter for over a year. Over the years I've taken various workshops across the country with different experts in the quilting world. The love of textiles and sewing evolved into a desire for patternmaking. Patternmaking is the art of desiging sewing patterns for clothing. As a patternmaker you can design sewing patterns for anything. Currently I'm in a certification program at the College of Alameda. I am also an avid knitter and I love embroidery.
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
$25min/hour. Min 2 hours. Hourly rate affected by distance to account for travel.
How did you get started teaching?
I began teaching working with friends and family.
What types of students have you worked with?
Age range from 10/12 to 50+.
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
Ask about experience and request to see samples of their work.
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
What is the end goal? Why are you want to learn a particular skill?