Frequently Asked Questions
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I offer both public sewing classes and private lessons.
The cost of the public sewing class or clothes upcycling workshop is $120 per person. These run for 3 hours with a maximum of 4 people per class to allow adequate time for personalised attention.
My private sewing lessons run for 2 hours ($200) or 3 hours ($300). Private lessons are perfect for those who want to learn quickly at their own pace.
Private group and corporate workshops, covering sewing, clothing upcycling and altering, and sustainability workshop, are also accommodated. More information »
Yes, sewing machines are available for people who don’t have their own.
While it’s better to learn using your own sewing machine, I understand that some people might like to “try sewing” before they invest in their own machine.
Yes, please bring your own sewing machine if you have one.
Absolutely! Private lessons are available.
Absolutely! Workshops can be adapted for groups of all sizes.
Tailored workshops can be held at my Northern Beaches workshop or at a location of your choosing.
Please contact me directly to discuss this.
Yes, teens aged 13-18 are welcome. Parental consent is required for attendees under 16 years.
If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to contact me directly.
You may also be interested in my school holiday workshops. Email me directly to register your interest.
Yes, I run dedicated Kids Sewing Classes for children.
Children aged 13 years and under must be supervised by an attending parent or guardian. This is to ensure safety whilst chidren are using sewing machines and sharp tools. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to contact me directly.
You may also be interested in my school holiday workshops. Email me directly to register your interest.
Yes, my WWC number is WWC3084198E.
In NSW, the Working With Children Check is undertaken by The Office of the Children’s Guardian, is an independent statutory authority in NSW Government. their role is to protect children in NSW by promoting and regulating quality, child safe organisations and services.
If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to email me directly.
Yes, onsite parking is available in the driveway however this is limited to two cars only.
There is free, untimed parking available across the road or in nearby side streets.
After signing up for a class or workshop, you will be sent the workshop address with maps and parking options outlined. If you’re concerned about parking, please contact me directly.
Note: Attendees are responsible for finding their own parking and should plan accordingly to ensure they arrive on time.
There is no disability access.
Attendees will be required to access the workshop room via a gently sloping driveway from the street, followed by seven stairs.
If you have any concerns regarding accessibility, please contact me prior to the Workshop to discuss your options.
During the Workshops, light refreshments (tea and coffee) and snacks (usually a freshly baked cake, biscuits, muffins or something deliciously sweet) will be available for attendees to enjoy.
If you have any specific dietary requirements, please feel free to bring your own snacks.
Note: We cannot cater to the specific dietary or allergy requirements of individual attendees and are not responsible for any allergies or specific dietary requirements of attendees. Participants are encouraged to inform us of any dietary restrictions beforehand, but it remains the responsibility of attendees to ensure their own safety regarding food and beverage consumption.
Most classes run to predectermined times as specified in the workshop details. If a class is scheduled after yours, there may not be time to stay longer and complete your project. If there is no class scheduled after yours, I can often continue the workshop a little longer so you can get you project finished. There are no guarantees however.
It depends on the class. Sometimes I provide fabric (usually upcycled) however, if you prefer to use your own, you’re more than welcome to bring it along.
I do provide all sewing equipment (including sewing machines, if needed) along with basics like elastic, thread, buttons, etc.
Please check details specific for your class / workshop, or message me directly for more information.
Note: I offer a limited choice of supplies If you would like to use more specific equipment, you are welcome to bring it along.
Yes, of course. Feel free to bring new or used fabric. The choice is completely yours and there is no judgement either way.
If you need to cancel your attendance, please notify me as soon as possible.
Full refunds will only be provided for cancellations made at least 48 hours before the start of the Workshop. Because these are very small classes, this provides enough time for me to find a replacement to ensure there are sufficient numbers for the workshop to proceed.
Cancellations made less than 48 hours prior to the start of the Workshop will incur a cancellation fee of 50% of the workshop cost.
Alternatively, you may transfer your workshop attendance to another party (i.e. a friend or family member) if you are unable to attend. If another person is taking your place, please notify me at least 3 hours before the commencement of the Workshop so we can provide them with the necessary information.
Note: Before paying for a workshop or class, please familiarise yourself with all terms and conditions here » Refunds will be processed as soon as possible, but please allow up to 3 business days for the transaction to be completed. The time it takes for the refund to appear in your bank account may vary depending on your bank’s processing times. It is the responsibility of attendees to provide their bank account details for direct deposit processing. Refunds cannot be made to credit cards.
Yes, if you can’t make it, a friend is welcome to take your place.
If another person is taking your place, please notify me at least 3 hours before the commencement of the Workshop so we can provide them with the necessary information.