Intensive Sewing Class Reviews

5 Rating 76 Reviews

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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Joanna Miles

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“I bought this class as a gift for my 14 year old daughter. She was so thrilled, she got loads out of the day. It's a great intro class - teaches basic skills rather than making a piece, but things that you can put together to make many things. She was really inspired by the teacher, Susan, who used to work in fashion. A huge plus for us was that my daughter could bring her own sewing machine and learn on that. She's had it a couple of years but failed to make any progress teaching herself, so this was the boost she needed to get going.”

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Posted 8 hours ago

Sinead O'Brien

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“Great class, susan was a fantastic teacher and taught us so much in the day. Looking forward to carrying on sewing!”

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Posted 14 hours ago

Zsofia Somlai

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“Brilliant class with a lovely and knowledgeable teacher”

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Posted 2 days ago

Philippa Nuttall

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“Fabulous class! Susan explains every technique thoroughly and clearly. She even covered the basics of using a pattern and offered lots of tips to get us sewing clothes after the class.”

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Posted 2 days ago

Chelsea Garlington

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“Susan is great! Super warm, friendly and knowledgeable. Suitable for beginners as you learn how to use a sewing machine, different stitches, how to sew on a zip, hem and buttonhole.”

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Posted 6 days ago

Maria Do Carmo Wocial

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“Susan is an excellent teacher, with so much experience and knowledge about sewing. I really enjoyed the class, I have learnt new skills and have become more confident using my sewing machine. Great class!”

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Posted 2 weeks ago

Patrycja Krauze

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“Very good teacher, learnt so many useful things which even in tutorials online are not mentioned. The teacher has many years of experience which really shows in her teaching, definitely would recommend.”

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Posted 2 weeks ago

Sigal Jeffrey

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“The most enjoyable and productive day. First class teaching in a calm and relaxed setting. Susan (the teacher) knows exactly what she's doing and the day has a nice flow to it and lovely vibe. Well worth doing. You come out feeling that you can saw and know how to proceed from here. Thanks Susan! it was a joy.”

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Posted 3 weeks ago