Hand Sewing and Fasteners

Many costumers do not know how to sew. This class will provide the basic knowledge to do small repairs on set or during background fittings.

  • How to thread a needle

  • How to sew holed buttons

  • How to sew shank buttons

  • How to sew hooks & eyes

  • How to sew hooks & bars

  • How to sew snaps

  • How to sew swing tacks

  • How to sew a various hand stitches


Details

Language: English

Format: In-person

Length: 6 hours

Trainer

Suzanne MB Chambliss, IATSE Local 478

Location: Denham Springs, LA

Suzanne MB Chambliss, PhD has been a working costumer in the entertainment industry for more than 20 years. She holds an MFA in Costume Design and a PhD in Theatre History, Dramatic Literature, Theory & Criticism with a minor in Arts Education. She is also an OSHA Authorized Trainer and a Disinfection Specialist. Dr. Chambliss is an active member of the Executive Board and the training committee for IATSE Local 478 and an active member of the Costume Designer Guild Local 892.