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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“Susan was a great teacher - very patient, gave us lots of tips and pointers beyond just the sewing to be done on the day, and we covered a good amount of basics. The class was also straightforward and easy to arrange and book.”

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Posted 8 months ago

Zuzana Demova

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“I attended the Intensive Sewing Class and had such a pleasant and enriching experience. The small group setting made it feel warm and friendly. Our teacher, Susan, was absolutely fantastic. Her wealth of experience in the fashion industry really shone through. The class was well-paced, hands-on, and left me feeling inspired.”

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Posted 8 months ago

Elizabeth Byrne

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“Susan is a great teacher. She has such a wealth of knowledge and experience which she is able to share with ease. The class was a really good size so it felt intimate enough and not overcrowded at all. The class was very informative and comprehensive and covered lots of aspects of using a sewing machine and clothing making. Obviously the only way to really feel confident is by repeated practice which you cannot get from a one day class so the real learning is consolidating what has been taught in class in our own time. It was great having the kaliko pieces to take away with examples of what we had learned on the day. I think it would be amazing to be able come away with a little keepsake from the class of something that was usable, like maybe a hair band, something really simple but useable would be a lovely touch. For the price I would say that this is a really fantastic class and I would definitely attend another one of Susan's classes.”

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Posted 8 months ago

Kathryn Finch

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“Susan was amazing. I feel really lucky to have stumbled upon such a talent. It was so thought out & I feel prepared to take my next steps as a sewer.”

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Posted 8 months ago

Teresa Harrison

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“As a complete beginner this class was pitched perfectly so that I learnt the basics of threading the sewing machine and bobbin as welll as learning how and when to use particular stitches. Definitely worth it.”

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Posted 8 months ago

Kristina Bolla

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“It was a super great class with Susan! She has been in the industry for 40+ years, the class was very practical, easy to follow, all explained clearly and very enjoyable. Susan is a great teacher, prepared, and super diligent, gave us the best advices, anticipating questions etc. I would definitely recommend to anyone looking to understand foundations and a little bit more, tricks here and there. I thoroughly enjoyed it, the atmosphere was great, and Susan very accomodating. I learned a lot.”

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Posted 8 months ago

Melissa Hall

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“This was one of the best creative classes I've been to. Susan was incredible, so knowledgeable and a great teacher. The class moved at a good pace, you learn everything you need to go away and start practising, and she gives you some great resources. I wish she offered more classes! Highly recommend.”

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Posted 9 months ago

“This was such a great class! We learnt a lot, the teacher was amazing and it was a really fun day.”

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Posted 9 months ago