MAY - Beginners Sewing Course
Description
Join us for a weekend sewing intensive - a relaxed, beginner-friendly course to learn, create and connect. With strictly limited spots (maximum 6 participants), the course is intentionally intimate so everyone gets plenty of guidance and support.
Led by two local Byron Bay designers - Massuri & Dusty The Label (a 3:1 student-to-designer ratio), you’ll be gently guided through sewing basics in a relaxed, social setting. The course runs over one weekend from 9am-1pm and focuses on building confidence on a sewing machine while working toward a finished reusable tote bag.
We encourage participants to bring their own sewing machine so you can gain confidence using the one you’ll have at home, though a limited number of machines are available. Overlockers are provided.
Rooted in slow fashion, natural fibres, and sustainable practices, this course is about more than just learning to sew - it’s about taking your time, building skills and leaving with something you’ve made (and a few new friends too!).
Agenda
- 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Day 1 ~ Sewing Foundations & Project Preparation
Build your confidence from the ground up as you learn how to use a sewing machine and develop essential sewing skills. You’ll be guided through machine setup, stitching basics, seam practice and troubleshooting. We’ll then move into project preparation, learning how to read a simple pattern, understand fabric and begin cutting your tote pieces, ready for construction.
- 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Day 2 ~ Sewing Your Tote
Bring your tote to life as you sew and assemble your bag. You’ll practice techniques, seam construction, different finishes and troubleshooting with guided, hands-on support. We’ll also explore thoughtful approaches to fabric use and minimising waste as part of the production process. The session wraps with optional embellishments and a relaxed, social finish to celebrate what you’ve created.
Tickets for good, not greed Humanitix dedicates 100% of profits from booking fees to charity
