About this Event
Jumpstart your sewing journey with me! The Quickest Stitches is a fast-paced, hands-on 60-minute express class designed for absolute beginners or anyone looking for a quick, low-pressure refresher.
We’ll dive straight into machine threading and mastering straight and curved lines in a relaxed, cozy setup right at The Peach Cobbler Factory in Takoma, DC. Grab a sweet treat, settle in, and let's get you comfortable behind a sewing machine under 60 min!
Class Highlights & Details
Where: The Peach Cobbler Factory – Takoma
(6908 4th St NW, Washington, DC 20012)
Duration: 60 minutes
Price: $50 (includes all practice fabrics, tools, and machine use)
Skill Level: Absolute Beginners
🚇 Transit: Less than a 3-minute walk from the Takoma Metro Station (on the Red Line)
What We'll Cover:
In this quick-hit session, we’ll cut through the confusion and build your muscle memory fast:
- Getting comfortable with machine parts, dials, and basic controls
- Threading with confidence so you never have to guess
- Direct, hands-on practice mastering straight and curved lines, backstitching, and machine control
What’s Included in Your Ticket
- Full access to sewing machines, tools, and practice fabrics during the workshop
- All exercise materials and supplies
- Guided instruction and live troubleshooting with Saba
Additional Booking Info
The group classes listed below are offered throughout September 2026. Space is limited to ensure personalized instruction—so please reserve early.
September 2026 Sewing Schedule: Sewing with Saba
Week 1 (October 6–October 10)
- Wednesday, October 7 @ 5:30 PM: The Quickest Stitches: Learn to Sew in 60 Minutes Express
- Wednesday, October 7 @ 6:30 PM: DIY Tote Bag - Custom Tote Bag in 90 Minutes
- Thursday, October 8 @ 5:30 PM: The Quickest Stitches: Learn to Sew in 60 Minutes Express
- Thursday, October 8 @ 6:30 PM: The Perfect Fit: Tailoring & Alterations
- Saturday, October 10 @ 1:00 PM: The Quickest Stitches: Learn to Sew in 60 Minutes Express
- Saturday, October 10 @ 3:00 PM: DIY Tote Bag - Custom Tote Bag in 90 Minutes
Week 2 (October 13–October 15)
- Tuesday, October 13 @ 5:00 PM: The Quickest Stitches: Learn to Sew in 60 Minutes Express
- Tuesday, October 13 @ 6:30 PM: The Sweetest Stitches: Intro to Sewing 101 | Complete Machine Basics & Core Skills
- Wednesday, October 14 @ 5:30 PM: The Quickest Stitches: Learn to Sew in 60 Minutes Express
- Wednesday, October 14 @ 6:30 PM: DIY Tote Bag - Custom Tote Bag in 90 Minutes
- Thursday, October 15 @ 5:30 PM: The Quickest Stitches: Learn to Sew in 60 Minutes Express
- Thursday, October 15 @ 6:30 PM: The Perfect Fit: Tailoring & Alterations
Week 3 (October 20–October 24)
- Tuesday, October 20 @ 5:00 PM: The Quickest Stitches: Learn to Sew in 60 Minutes Express
- Tuesday, October 20 @ 6:30 PM: The Sweetest Stitches: Intro to Sewing 101 | Complete Machine Basics & Core Skills
- Wednesday, October 21 @ 5:30 PM: The Quickest Stitches: Learn to Sew in 60 Minutes Express
- Wednesday, October 21 @ 6:30 PM: DIY Tote Bag - Custom Tote Bag in 90 Minutes
- Thursday, October 22 @ 5:30 PM: The Quickest Stitches: Learn to Sew in 60 Minutes Express
- Thursday, October 22 @ 6:30 PM: The Perfect Fit: Tailoring & Alterations
- Saturday, October 24 @ 1:00 PM: The Perfect Fit: Tailoring & Alterations
- Saturday, October 24 @ 3:00 PM: The Infinity Winter Scarf
Week 4 (October 27–October 31)
- Tuesday, October 27 @ 5:00 PM: The Quickest Stitches: Learn to Sew in 60 Minutes Express
- Tuesday, October 27 @ 6:30 PM: The Sweetest Stitches: Intro to Sewing 101 | Complete Machine Basics & Core Skills
- Wednesday, October 28 @ 5:30 PM: The Quickest Stitches: Learn to Sew in 60 Minutes Express
- Wednesday, October 28 @ 6:30 PM: DIY Tote Bag - Custom Tote Bag in 90 Minutes
- Thursday, October 29 @ 5:30 PM: The Quickest Stitches: Learn to Sew in 60 Minutes Express
- Thursday, October 29 @ 6:30 PM: The Perfect Fit: Tailoring & Alterations
- Saturday, October 31 @ 1:00 PM: The Quickest Stitches: Learn to Sew in 60 Minutes Express
- Saturday, October 31 @ 3:00 PM: DIY Tote Bag - Custom Tote Bag in 90 Minutes
Week 5 (November 3–November 7)
- Tuesday, November 3 @ 5:00 PM: The Quickest Stitches: Learn to Sew in 60 Minutes Express
- Tuesday, November 3 @ 6:30 PM: The Sweetest Stitches: Intro to Sewing 101 | Complete Machine Basics & Core Skills
- Wednesday, November 4 @ 5:30 PM: The Quickest Stitches: Learn to Sew in 60 Minutes Express
- Wednesday, November 4 @ 6:30 PM: DIY Tote Bag - Custom Tote Bag in 90 Minutes
- Thursday, November 5 @ 5:30 PM: The Quickest Stitches: Learn to Sew in 60 Minutes Express
- Thursday, November 5 @ 6:30 PM: The Perfect Fit: Tailoring & Alterations
- Saturday, November 7 @ 1:00 PM: The Perfect Fit: Tailoring & Alterations
- Saturday, November 7 @ 3:00 PM: The Infinity Winter Scarf
Week 6 (November 10–November 12)
- Tuesday, November 10 @ 5:00 PM: The Quickest Stitches: Learn to Sew in 60 Minutes Express
- Tuesday, November 10 @ 6:30 PM: The Sweetest Stitches: Intro to Sewing 101 | Complete Machine Basics & Core Skills
- Wednesday, November 11 @ 5:30 PM: The Quickest Stitches: Learn to Sew in 60 Minutes Express
- Wednesday, November 11 @ 6:30 PM: DIY Tote Bag - Custom Tote Bag in 90 Minutes
- Thursday, November 12 @ 5:30 PM: The Quickest Stitches: Learn to Sew in 60 Minutes Express
- Thursday, November 12 @ 6:30 PM: The Perfect Fit: Tailoring & Alterations
Location & Accessibility
The Peach Cobbler Factory – Takoma
📍 6908 4th St NW, Washington, DC 20012
Located in the heart of Takoma, DC, right near the MD/DC line.
Metro: Red Line to Takoma Station — Less than a 3-minute walk to the venue! Exit the station and head straight down 4th St NW.
Driving & Parking: Free and meter street parking are available on 4th St NW and surrounding residential blocks. (Tip: Since evening classes start after 5:00 PM, parking is usually easy to find along the street!)
Building & Venue Access:
Ground-floor entry with direct street-level access (no stairs, elevators, or door codes required!).
Fully wheelchair accessible.
Head inside, grab a seat in our reserved workshop area, and feel free to order a sweet treat from the counter before class starts!
Supplies: All sewing machines, tools, threads, and fabrics are provided on site. You don't need to bring a thing—just bring your creativity!
Contact Info
For accessibility coordination, private lessons, or general questions:
📅 Book one-on-one sessions or house calls via Calendly: https://calendly.com/sabat
I offer house calls (I’ll bring my sewing machine to you) or can meet you at a local library. Just book a time, and I’ll follow up to confirm what you want to learn and where.
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