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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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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 2 months 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 2 months ago

Ewa Nawracaj

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“Susan covered all the basics, as promised. She is very good at teaching.”

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Posted 2 months ago

Morgan Simpson

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“Really great experience! The instructor is very knowledgeable, and you learn SO much in the time!”

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Posted 3 months ago

“What a brilliant day and teacher! Definitely feel like I have basic skills to practise and perfect. Thank you ☺️”

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Posted 3 months ago

“Great teacher, learned a lot. Beautiful class”

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Posted 3 months ago

Andrea Szilagyi

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“I really enjoyed the class. Susan gave us lot of great advice what to look out for when buying a machine and how to use a pattern. She demonstrated all the sewing types with great details. The reason I took this class was because I was worried to use a sewing machine. And I left the session as a confident person ready to practice. I bought a sewing machine today and I am excited to practice what I learnt. Thank you very much.”

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Posted 3 months ago

"Louise Hoare"

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“Susan was fantastic, she had us all up and running in no time. She shared a huge amount of knowledge and advice while guiding us through lots of really useful skills that will be so helpful for our future sewing projects.”

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Posted 3 months ago