Hemming Pants for Beginners – New!
Adult Multi-Week | Available
Ready to learn one of the most useful sewing skills? In this beginner-friendly class, you'll discover how to hem pants like a pro—no prior sewing experience needed! Whether you’re looking to adjust the length of store-bought trousers or give old favorites a new life, this hands-on workshop will guide you through every step of the hemming process. In this class, you’ll learn how to measure and mark pants for hemming, how to choose the right stitch (hand or machine), and pressing techniques for a clean and polished finish. We'll also explore tips for working with different fabrics like denim, cotton, and slacks. By the end of the class, you'll leave with a perfectly hemmed pair of pants and the confidence to tackle more projects on your own.
- Please bring a pair of pants you’d like to hem, basic sewing supplies (thread, scissors, pins), and your sewing machine (optional—machines will be available for use in class).
Accessibility notes: Many artmaking processes require the ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time, fine motor skills/finger dexterity, repetitive motions, vision, and some amount of physical strength. VisArts values making classes accessible to everyone, and is always happy to work with students to make accommodations when possible. Please reach out to info@visarts.org with specific questions related to accessibility or accommodations.
Classes are confirmed one week prior to the start date. In order to help us confirm classes, please register as early as possible.
On-site courses do not come with studio access outside of class time. Paid open studio access is available through our Studio Access Program. Please visit visarts.org for more information.
Joleen Combs
I have been sewing since I was a child. My very first sewing project was an enormous heart-shaped pillow that my mother taught me to make while I was home with the chicken pox. She continued to teach me the basics as I got older and when I was in college, I took more professional instruction.
My passion in sewing is reverse engineering. I love taking an idea and tweaking it, finding ways to either duplicate an existing item or, in most cases, finding ways to make it better. I love customizing solutions to individual needs. Case in point, my Split-leg Apron class is based on an apron I designed to provide better coverage when I was throwing ceramics here at the studio.
I truly believe that everyone should have at least a basic understanding of sewing and construction and absolutely LOVE teaching these skills to newbies. Personally, I learn best by doing so all my classes are designed to teach basic techniques through finished projects.
When I’m not in the Fiber studio, you can usually find me in the Glass or Ceramics studios. I love VisArts and am thrilled to be a part of the team!