I have a passion for kids learning to sew.  And, I
find most homeschool moms want to teach this important
life skill to their children. The most often asked
question I get from moms is "How much do I charge when
I teach sewing", either because they want someone to
teach their child, or they want to teach others.  I'm
afraid I do things a little differently than most.
The last 2 years I have traded my time.  While I am
helping someone's daughter sew, her mother helps me
complete some of my projects.  I've had help painting,
housekeeping, computer work, cutting and putting
together kits and activity bags for the website -
whatever seems most pressing at the time.  We've
enjoyed meals and fresh made jam given to us from
grateful moms.  We all seem to be mutually happy with
this arrangement.

When I'm teaching advanced techniques I usually work
with one student at a time.  They come to my home, and
bring their own sewing machine and supplies. I simply
do not have room for more than one in my sewing room.
If I'm doing a beginners class, we meet somewhere else
and will work with up to 5 if I'm alone, more if
parents (who know how to sew) are involved.  In group
settings I usually charge around $5 per hour per
child.  Remember, because I am going out of my home, a
lot of time is spent in preparation before and after
the lesson.  Beginners lessons are usually around 2
hours long, while older students are at my home for 3
- 4 hours at a time.  Hope this answers some of those
questions for you.