Beginner’s Sewing Course

Learn to sew using a sewing machine! Build skills and techniques for making clothes and accessories.

Our Beginners course runs on Tuesday evenings 6.30 – 9pm over 6 weeks from Jan 31st and is now full. If you missed out on this course we are also offering a four-week (10 hr) Learn to Sew Short Course on Saturday mornings 10am – 12.30pm commencing on February 4th and two others in March.

Skill level: 

Suitable for absolute beginner’s with little or no experience using a sewing machine. Open to adults and young adults (minimum age 15yo) Men and non-binary folk are encouraged to attend! Open to adults and young adults (minimum age 14 yrs).

If you already have a minimum of 10 hours experience sewing accessories, craft projects and basic garments and are interested in developing more advanced clothes-making skills, read about our Beyond Basics Courses.

Course content:
Over the 15 hours duration of this course you will:

• Make friends with your sewing machine – learn about the parts and how they work, how to wind a bobbin and thread your machine. 

• Become familiar with sewing terminology and the other equipment you will use.

• Learn and practice many fundamental sewing skills.

• Prepare, cut and sew 3 accessories / simple garments using a range of techniques.

Project 1 – Floor cushion or reversible tote bag
Project 2 -Zippered dopp kit/pouch or apron
Project 3 – Wide Legged lounge pants, box top or tee
 

Please note:

• The class projects may vary over the duration of the course depending on the preferences of the student group.

We will provide: 

• Sewing machines and equipment if you don’t have your own. Materials for the first two projects.

Booking Policies:  

Our Courses Are Non Refundable And Non Transferable.. Be sure to familiarise yourself with all our Refund and Cancellation Policies before booking to avoid disappointment.
 

NB:

• If covid related circumstances prevent you from attending classes in the course you book we will offer make-up class options. Make-up classes for other reasons are offered at our discretion depending on availability.

NB:

• If you are booking more than 6 weeks in advance, payment can be made in two instalments via Direct Deposit only with the 50% balance due three weeks before the commencement of classes.We will be in touch 10 days before your course starts with a reminder and more information.