Ready, Set, Sew! Do-Op's Beginner Sewing Class

READY, SET, SEW! 

A three week introduction to using a sewing machine At Do-Op Shop, Annerley. 

Who is it for? 

Absolute beginners! Have you bought a sewing machine and don’t know where to start? Don’t feel confident using your machine?  Never sewn before?

This class is for you! 

What will I learn? 

Week 1 - 2 hours 

·   Introduction to the machine-how does it work? What can it do?  What’s that dial?

·   How to thread the machine

·   How to wind a bobbin

·      Let’s get sewing

Week 2 - 2 hours 

·      Recap threading and winding bobbin

·      Basic troubleshooting-what if something goes wrong?

·      Let’s talk sewing and fabrics-tour of shop to look at how some common garments are sewn (seams, hems, what machine made that?)

·      Time to practice some sewing skills

Week 3 – 2 hours 

·      Recap threading and winding bobbin

·      How can I use my new sewing skills? Let’s talk about quality.

·      Small project-make and take a pincushion. 

Tea & biccies provided along with good vibes & a fun, supportive learning environment! Look out for more upcoming classes to build and practice your new skills...