Beginners Sewing Session

What to Expect...

Saturday 19th July - 10:30am to 3:30pm - The Church in Rodley, Leeds 

The Beginners Sewing Course is the best session for complete beginners.

We start with the basics of how to thread your machine, how to stop getting in a tangle and how to control your machine so you sew where you want to! You will learn a range of sewing techniques to build your confidence and help get you started.

Throughout the day you will sew a small bag which encompasses the techniques you need to get you started. You will also be given handouts with detailed step by step instructions so after the course you will be able to refer back to them.

You will pick up tips and tricks to make sewing both enjoyable and easy! All the materials you need will be provided and each step of the session will come with a handout which explains the techniques easily in a step-by-step, so you can refer back to it when practicing on your own.

We like to teach you on your own sewing machine, so you learn how to use it and can be confident sewing when you get home, We do have a few machines to borrow so if you don't have your own machine then just let us know when booking and we can reserve you one of ours.

You will learn...

• The Very Beginning

Introduction to the sewing basics. Your machine, threading, stitches etc. Not getting in a tangle. How to press and the importance of pressing. Which type of needle to use in your machine and why.

• Sewing Curves

Learn how to sew curves to get a professional finish. Internal & external curves. Clipping and notching curves, how and why. How to turn and press a curve.

• Fabric Purchasing tips

Get to know different fabrics, how they feel, what they look like, when to use them and how to use them.

• Seam Finishes

Make your garment look neat and tidy on the inside. French Seam and a ZigZag Seam.

• Bias

What is a bias? Why use Bias. Learn a bias finish for neck holes and arm holes to give a professional finish.