This workshop, held over two consecutive Sundays, is for people who are brand new to sewing and want to gain foundational skills. No previous knowledge is assumed or expected.
Bring along your machine (if you have one) or use one of ours. You will learn how the machine works, the basics of sewing, and complete two projects over the course of the workshop sessions. All patterns, fabric and thread are included. You will need a basic sewing kit (dressmaking scissors, pins, stitch ripper, hand sewing needles, tape measure, tailors chalk)- you can purchase a kit containing these items (plus some other goodies) from us for an additional $60 if you wish.
Outline of course content:
- Familiarisation- controls on the machine and what they do
- How to thread the machine
- Practise sewing basic stitches, maintaining seam allowances, and finishing seam allowances using zig zag stitch
- Basic machine troubleshooting
- Project 1- cut out and sew a simple tote bag
- Pattern terminology
- Using pattern information to choose an appropriate size
- Pattern layouts, fabric grain and cutting out your pattern
- Order of construction and accuracy in aligning fabric pieces
- Project 2- sew a pair of pyjama shorts
When:
Sundays June 22 and 29, 2025, 9.30 am to 4.15 pm (includes 1/2 hour break)
Where: Weft and Warp Studio
Target Sewing Level: Absolute Beginners
You need: sewing machine in good working order (can be brand new in box), sewing machine manual, all accessories for sewing machine (feet, bobbins, power cord, foot pedal), basic sewing kit (can be purchased from Weft and Warp), food or snacks. We have four sewing machines available for use if you don’t have a machine- you can add machine hire to your order.
Included:
- all sewing patterns, fabric and thread- approximately $100 RRP value
- 12.5 hours of tuition with a maximum of 4 students in the class,
- use of equipment in the studio, tea and coffee, use of kitchen space,
- voucher for two half-price “BYOP Tuesday Evening” sessions after finishing the workshop.
Skills covered: use of sewing machine, threading the machine, sewing basic straight stitches, other stitches, cutting out fabric, maintaining seam allowances, finishing seam allowances with zig-zag, order of construction and accuracy in putting pieces together, interpreting and following pattern instructions, basic fitting of garments and how to choose the right size, and basic troubleshooting of machine problems.
We want Weft and Warp to be a safe and respectful space for all people. This course welcomes women, men and anyone identifying otherwise.
Enrolment in this workshop is subject to Weft and Warp’s Attendance and Cancellation Policy. Please read this policy before making your booking. A minimum of three (3) enrolments are required for the workshop to proceed.
Can’t see a date that suits? Email us to express your interest in future dates of this workshop.
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