Intensive Sewing Class Reviews

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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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“This was a brilliant class. Lovely teacher. Small class and learnt so much. I'm a complete beginner and I left feeling like I could go away and sew something confidently now. Thank you!!!”

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Posted 6 months ago

Cheryl Prescod

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“Highly recommend the class for an intensive refresher course. Small class individual assistance. Friendly and knowledgeable tutor.”

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Posted 6 months ago

“The class with Susan was brilliant! A small group with plenty of individual help and advice. The day had a logical order that means I entered a complete novice but left feeling like I could make a pair of trousers easily. Could not recommend more!”

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Posted 6 months ago

Jane O'Connor

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“Really enjoyable class in a lovely studio space. Susan was thorough and so helpful!”

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Posted 6 months ago

Jonjo Murphy

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“Susan was such a fantastic teacher! We managed to cover many important stitches and techniques in such a short amount of time. The lesson is fast paced, but Susan gives you all the guidance (and patience) you could need. The next day I was able to fix 4 pieces of clothing. Need I say more? This class really gave me the confidence to just get going with the correct technique - would recommend to anyone interested in beginning!”

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Posted 7 months ago

“Great, fast paced class. Felt like we could immediately go home and make things!”

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Posted 7 months ago

Lizzie Landon

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“Loved the class! I thought sewing would be much more intimidating but Susan made it so fun and easy. The time flew by and I felt like I learned so much, excited to start my first project!”

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Posted 8 months ago

Gemma Finegold

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“Great allround class to give confidence to dive straight into clothing making. Really valuable advice for people getting started e.g. where to buy fabrics, sewing machines, what garments and fabrics to start with, even courses to keep things up. It would be great maybe to have a print-out guide to familiarise ourselves with some of the techniques as it's quite fast paced! Overall really enjoyable!”

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Posted 8 months ago