Our Beginners Sewing Course is an introduction into machine sewing and has been developed to address the needs of those who have little or no experience of using a sewing machine. Through these classes participants will learn not only basic sewing machine skills, but will develop the confidence to progress onto making things for themselves using a sewing machine.

Beginners Sewing 1 – introduction to using a sewing machine Wednesday 6th January, 6:30 – 9:30pm

On completion of this class participants will confidently be able to:

– thread a sewing machine and wind a bobbin.

– feed fabric through, sew in a straight line and turn corners.

– explore the range of features and stitches on the machine.

– trouble shoot about common errors and being aware of them!

– sew different types of seams.

– Understand how to hem the edge of the cloth.

– apply a pocket and patches.

Includes our  ‘Learn to Sew’ textile handout (T-Towel) , other materials, use of ‘Brother’ sewing machines.

Beginners Sewing 2 – zips, buttonholes & bindings (and make a utility roll) Wednesday 13th January, 6:30 – 9:30pm

– Understand how to use different accessories that accompany domestic sewing machines, such as zipper, buttonhole feet.

– Stitch different sizes and styles of buttonholes.

– 2 ways of attaching a zip (visible and covered)

– Apply a bias binding to embellish and finish a raw edge.

– Create your own stylish ‘Utility Roll’ (suitable for your sewing notions, make up, pencils/brushes etc)

Includes pre prepared Utility Roll component materials , thread, use of ‘Brother’ sewing machines.

Beginners Sewing 3 – pockets & plackets Wednesday 20th January, 6:30 – 9:30pm

– Be introduced to a range of pocket & placket styles and functions

– Patch Pocket: unlined, self-lined, “kangaroo” style, reinforcing methods

– Hip Pocket: angled or straight, how to insert a pocket bag

– Welt Pocket: tailored finish, usually found on waistcoats and trousers

– An overview of which areas of a garment require plackets / facings and tips on adding

Includes pre prepared component materials , thread, use of ‘Brother’ sewing machines.

These sessions can be booked individually or we offer a discount when block booking the 3 evenings.

Class Size: Now reduced to 4 participants to ensure social distancing.

PRICE: £95 (Block Booking 3 evenings) or £35 (Individual Session)

HOW TO BOOK: Contact us directly on 020 7275 8043 or BOOK ONLINE

Please Note: The workshop will take place in the Fabrications studio (which is downstairs from the shop via 12 steps)