Beginner sewing class (3hrs)

$120.00

A hands-on beginner-friendly learn to sew class.

Experience the joy and satisfaction of making and altering clothes in my beginner sewing classes.

Whether you’ve a beginner sewer or want to refresh your skills, this learn to sew class offers a relaxed, fun and supportive environment designed to make learning enjoyable.

Small classes: This is a small group class with a maximum of 4 people with ample attention given to each person.

Location: Classes are held on the Northern Beaches Sydney (near Northern Beaches Hospital). Private lessons are available at my workshop or a location of your choosing.

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ABOUT THIS CLASS

Beginner Sewing Classes Sydney

Whether you’re completely new to sewing or looking to refresh your skills, in this hands-on, beginner sewing class, I’ll guide you through the basic foundations of sewing.

After completing this interactive learn to sew class you’ll be ready to start using your sewing machine with confidence and start altering and upcycling clothes – even make your own clothes.

Note: This class does not include pattern making or how to read a pattern. During a three hour class, there is not enough time available to cover this.

In this class, I’ll cover

Basic sewing machine techniques
Tips for sewing different fabrics
Sewing kit essentials
The fundamentals of altering clothes

During the class we will sew a basic item like a cushion cover, drawstring bag, lined shopping bag or similar. These sewing projects are designed to encompass a range of sewing techniques suitable for beginner sewers.

Fabric

During the class, you’ll have the option to make a cushion cover, a recycled shopping bag, or a drawstring bag. These beginner-friendly projects are simple yet provide a solid foundation in essential sewing skills that can be applied to future projects.

Prior to the workshop, I will let you know which one we’ll be making and the fabric dimensions required (you’ll have plenty of time to source the fabric).

Fabric from an old or second hand sheet or quilt cover is perfect for this project. Do not bring stretchy, polyester or synthetic fabric as this is difficult to sew, particularly for beginner sewers.

Sewing Machine

This is a hands-on class and attendees can bring their own sewing machine. If you don’t have your own sewing machine, I have ones available for use during the class.

Please familiarise yourself with sewing machine terms and conditions »

Duration

3 hours

Attendees

Maximum: 4 people
Minimum: 2 people *

This is a small group class with a maximum of 4 people allowing for ample one-on-one attention to be allocated to each attendee.

* This class requires a minimum of 2 people to proceed. If numbers aren’t achieved, you’ll be contacted to switch to another date or receive a full refund.

Location

Classes and workshops are held at Frenchs Forest on the Northern Beaches, Sydney (near Northern Beaches Hospital).

After placing your booking, you’ll be sent the address, along with parking and other information.

Refreshments

Morning or afternoon tea will be available for attendees to enjoy. Unfortunately, we cannot cater to the specific dietary or allergy requirements of individual attendees.

Clothing Swap

The core purpose of Second Life Upcycling is to encourage recycling, repurposing, rethinking and reusing. With this in mind, feel free to bring along good quality clothes you would like to swap or give to other workshop attendees. This encourages a circular economy and ensures your clothes go to a good home and are kept out of landfill (hopefully).

Note: Any garments or accessories not taken by other workshop attendees will have to be taken home. I do not offer a recycling service.

Terms and Conditions

Please be sure to familiarise yourself with our Terms and Conditions, including cancellations and refunds.

Dates - Beginner Sewing

Sat 11 Jan (9:30am – 12:30pm) – FULL, Wed 15 Jan (9:30am – 12:30pm), Sat 18 Jan (1:00pm – 4:00pm) – FULL, Thur 30 Jan (9:30am – 12:30pm), Sat 01 Feb (9:30am – 12:30pm), Wed 05 Feb (9:30am – 12:30pm), Sat 08 Feb (1:00pm – 4:00pm), Thur 13 Feb (9:30am – 12:30pm), Sat 15 Feb (9:30am – 12:30pm), Wed 19 Feb (9:30am – 12:30pm), Sat 22 Feb (1:00pm – 4:00pm), Thur 27 Feb (9:30am – 12:30pm), Sat 01 March (9:30am – 12:30pm)