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!
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.
Hi, I'm Inma Goodhew, founder of The Old School Club. I am a mum of two wonderful children. I am creative, curious, and a self-taught entrepreneur. I worked in demanding IT jobs for a decade in my previous life.
But always loved doing arty things. I grew up in an environment where we everything was handmade, personalised and finished with love - I adore sharing these skills with others.
Get your sewing off to a great start. Advice on selecting patterns, fabrics and interfacings. Learn to use a pattern to cut out and mark a garment ready for construction.
Making your own clothes is about learning to be yourself. Choose your own fabric; fit it to your own unique body; express your own unique style. If you're tired of wearing low quality, ill-fitting and generic hi-street clothing, then this course is your opportunity to break from the herd.
In these six evening sessions you will learn how to create four of our in-house sewing patterns and master a range of techniques to get you confidently started on your sewing journey. By the end of the course you will have a range of beautiful, functional items for your life and home.
This workshop will teach you a range of basic sewing skills that are needed to complete and finish a range of projects including; dressmaking, soft furnishings, alterations etc. The skills learnt will equip you with the knowledge and confidence to enable you to take on.
Interested in learning to sew? In this course, you’ll be taught how to use a sewing machine and learn the basics, and make a custom accessory.
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