Do you dream of adding those effortlessly cool stitched details to your mixed media art—but freeze up at the thought of using a sewing machine?
You’re not alone!
So many mixed media artists long to stitch on their paper, fabric, and collages… but stop themselves with thoughts like:
“I’ll break the machine.” … “It’s too complicated.” … “I could never figure out how to thread it or fix problems.
Here’s the Truth
Sewing machines are not nearly as scary as they seem.
Once you understand the basics—how they work, how to troubleshoot, and how to keep things running smoothly—you’ll wonder why you waited so long.
That’s why we created Threaded and Sewn!
A Beginner’s Guide to Using and LOVING your Sewing Machine
Meet your Teacher!
Heather Kojan
Heather is an award-winning quilt designer and teacher who travels the world sharing her love of her art. Heather’s teaching style is approachable & laid back, very “meet you where you are”.
When she’s not quilting and teaching, Heather loves to garden (anyone have a good cucumber recipe?), kayak, bake sourdough bread, read and travel.
Heather lives in Virginia Beach, VA, USA with her husband of 40 years, her dog Chase, and her 6 sewing machines.
Now, watch this video to find out what all you’ll learn in this course!
What’s Inside Threaded and Sewn?
All the Sewing Machine Basics!
This is where your fear melts away. Heather will walk you through:
How to set up and thread your machine without stress
Simple troubleshooting tips that every sewist should know
Essential stitches for mixed media art
Confidence-building exercises that get you stitching right away
By the end, you’ll feel comfortable turning on your machine, adjusting the settings, and making it work for you.
Why This Class Matters
Adding stitching to your mixed media work brings:
Texture
Movement
That handmade, artistic edge that makes projects sing
But more importantly? You’ll gain the confidence to say:
“Yes, I can use a sewing machine!”
Whether you stop after the basics or dive into bigger projects, this class will open creative doors you didn’t think were possible.
Enrollment is now OPEN!
Ready to finally stitch your art with confidence? Join us in Threaded and Sewn today!
Want to dive into your first sewing project once you learn the basics?
