Afraid of sewing machines, or dangerous at the wheel? Come and learn to sew with us! This three week course covers all the basics of sewing, giving you a solid foundation from which you can grow – whatever direction you’d like to take your sewing career.
Afraid of sewing machines, or dangerous at the wheel? Come and learn to sew with us! This three week course covers all the basics of sewing, giving you a solid foundation from which you can grow – whatever direction you’d like to take your sewing career.
Skills: Threading a sewing machine, basic manoeuvres, learn how to hem, reverse, forward, turn corners, finishing off your work, stitch settings and tension control, using patterns, sewing buttonholes, sewing zips.
Week 1: Pass Your Sewing Machine Driving Test! Our 2.5-hour crash course covers all the basics of using your sewing machine. Come away with a load more confidence, plus a certificate and an appliqued ‘L’ plate.
Week 2: Cushion Cover. Learn to work from a pattern to sew up your first ever sewing project – a cushion cover with button fastening.
Week 3: Box-shaped pencil case. Building on the skills you learned in week 2, this week we’ll tackle zips, and make this beautiful and functional lined pencil case (or whatever-you-like case).
Our name refers to the way we feel the fashion industry affects its workers, its shoppers and the planet. Stitched Up. Fast fashion compels us to buy more and more clothes, which engulf our wardrobes and stifle opportunities for creative expression.
Meanwhile many workers in the global fashion industry are trapped in low-wage jobs, prevented from joining trade unions to demand better working conditions.
Sewing classes are offered by Blue Cat Clothing for all skill level. Designing and dressmaking is my passion. I strive to give trust and confidence to my students.
Is it time to sort out your craft bag so you can find the right size needles and keep them all together – then you may like to learn how to make your own Knitting Needle Wrap? A fabulous range of fabrics will be provided cut out and ready for you to sew.
Learn how to make a leather case for whatever you want to hold (pencils, tools, cosmetics, glasses. This class is the ideal introduction to leather working.
We know it is important to learn in a fun and relaxed way, so we will be teaching you these skills by creating a collection of really useful items; a reusable tote bag, a stylish envelope back cushion with piping, and a zip pouch with lining and sugar bag bottom.
This Dressmaking course will provide you with the skills and knowledge to start making your own garments. Whilst this course does not have a formal qualification at the end, it is a fantastic way to widen your sewing skills with hands-on learning material among a group of likeminded enthusiasts.
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