Intensive Sewing Course

This is our very popular Sewing intensive course. In 5 weeks you will learn basic sewing skills and gain confidence at the sewing machine. We have prepared a wide range of projects to cover the most important skills! 

Day 1: Become familiar with the sewing machine: Learn to thread the machine and the bobbin and practice using different settings on the machine. Learn to sew and finish a seam. Cut out a simple pattern and make a tote bag. 

Day 2: Learn how to insert a zipper and use interfacing. Make yourself a lined zip pouch which can be used as make-up bag/purse/pencil case etc.

Day 3: The jump into simple clothes making! Learn how to read and cut a simple pattern. Make your own pair of pyjama bottoms where you’ll learn how to hem trousers and insert an elasticated waist.

Day 4: Make a simple top, you will learn how to sew darts and turn a bias tape. 

Day 5: You will learn great techniques to make your own alterations, hemming, how to sew a buttonhole and how to insert an invisible zip (you will need to bring some clothes for this, we will advise during the class)

This course is aimed at beginners who would like to learn basic sewing techniques. These techniques can be applied to small projects at home or can be used in more advanced classes.