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This is a fun activity in Wood Green, London

Dip your toe into the creative world of sewing with this beginner-friendly workshop in London. This class is aimed at absolute beginners and those with basic skills who would like to learn how to use a sewing machine and learn how to sew and achieve a professional finish. It's suitable for those wanting to make or alter or upcycle their clothes. You may wish to sew as a hobby or become a dressmaker.

You may be a student wishing to gain skills for college or have aspirations to go further as a professional. The course is intensive, and you will learn a wide range of sewing techniques to start making or altering clothes in a short space of time. You don't need any previous experience. Class numbers are 6 maximum, and you will receive lots of 1 to 1 help. Machines are provided, or you can bring your own. All materials are provided.

What you'll learn
- What to look for when you’re buying a sewing machine
- How to choose the correct needles and threads
- How to wind the bobbin, thread the machine correctly, and adjust the tension
- How to sew basic stitches, make an open seam, a closed seam
- How to finish raw edges
- How to sew edge stitch and top stitch
- How to sew curves and corners
- How to make and attach a facing
- How to sew a simple dart
- How to insert a concealed zip
- How to make a turned hem
- How to make a machined buttonhole.

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Michaela Patterson

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“This was a great class which teaches you the essential sewing basics. Susan was lovely, and a great teacher. Her instructions and demonstrations were clear and she took the time to individually help to ensure you understood each of the different techniques and that you were doing it right. I’d highly recommend this class for anyone looking to get into sewing!”

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Posted 4 days ago

Jessa Jainar

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“Susan was a great teacher. She taught us everything we needed and definitely feel confident sewing a dress right after. Could not recommend her class more.”

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Posted 4 days ago

Sol Gelsomino

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“What a brilliant class! I feel like i have all the skills i need to get started with my sewing journey.”

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Posted 5 days ago

“My teacher Susan was great! She made the sewing class fun, it was amazing for beginners. She was very supportive throughout, and made sure to continuously go around the class to help when needed. We learnt so much within one day, it was a lovely experience- would highly recommend!”

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Posted 1 week ago

“This was such a wonderful class! Susan was a joy and the class was really informative and beginner friendly. I wish she offered more courses!!”

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Posted 1 week ago

Natasha Thomas

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“The teacher was very friendly and informative, there was enough time for her to help everyone who needed it. She even tried to help me fix the machine that I brought with me. After learning to use the machine we learnt various seam types and how they apply to making clothes. It was a thorough beginners course. Would recommend!”

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Posted 1 month ago

Diane Grieve

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“Highly recommend! Was able to learn everything to get started, and she provided us so much information and resources.”

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Posted 1 month ago

Rosa Finnegan

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“The class was so good! I had never used a sewing machine before so the hands on teaching in a small group was really beneficial. I brought my sewing machine that I had recent got as a gift but plenty of machines were provided. Susan was very knowledgeable and informative and the class was a good balance of demonstration and practicing the techniques ourselves. We covered quite a lot, and it was hands on practice starting with winding the bobbin and threading the needle then moving on to different types of stitching including straight stitch, reverse stitch and zig zag stitching. We practiced creating a lot of elements used in making garments like different types of seams, creating a dart, sewing on a curve to create a pocket lining, making a facing for a neckline, sewing a concealed zip and and different types of hemming. Susan also covered the basics of using patterns demonstrated how to make a button hole and gave a lot of contextual information about how clothing is made in the fashion industry. I found the atmosphere relaxed and friendly and I left the class feeling confident using my sewing machine and thirsty for more sewing! Susan also followed up with an extensive list of further learning and resources which was great. I would highly recommend this class”

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Posted 1 month ago