Ready to start your sewing journey? Our Introduction to the Sewing Machine Class is the perfect starting point for beginners or anyone looking to refresh their skills. This hands-on class will teach you the fundamentals of using a sewing machine with confidence and ease.
What You’ll Learn:
- Getting to Know Your Machine: Understanding parts, functions, and basic maintenance.
- Threading and Bobbin Basics: Mastering the setup process to get started smoothly.
- Essential Stitch Techniques: Straight stitches, zig-zag stitches, and adjusting stitch settings.
- Fabric Handling: Tips for cutting, pinning, and feeding fabric through the machine.
- Simple Project Practice: Apply your new skills to create a beginner-friendly project.
Why Attend:
This class provides a welcoming environment to explore the sewing machine, troubleshoot common issues, and build confidence with step-by-step guidance.
By the end of this class, you’ll be ready to take on your first sewing projects and develop a solid foundation for future creativity. Bring your enthusiasm—we’ll supply the inspiration!
You will make a set of samples to take home, to remind you of the steps you have learnt. Using the skills you have mastered you will make a lovely little fabric bowl to take home.
Skill level : No sewing machine skills required.
What to bring:
- ½ metre of Calico
- 1 x cream sewing thread
For the project:
- 30cm of 2oz wadding/batting
- 2 x (12”x12”) co-ordinating patterned cotton fabrics or 2 x Fat Quarters (non directional)
- 4 x small buttons
- 1 x matching sewing thread
Janome sewing machines will be provided on the day along with a hot drink. You will also receive a 10% discount card to use in-store.
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