Basic sewing courses

... pyjama shorts! You’ll choose from our pretty array of cotton fabrics, and we’ll cover basic pattern-cutting, machine sewing and finishing. All materials...

...Although the bags can be made using industrial equipment the purpose of the course is to show techniques in how to achieve a professional standard of finish using a domestic sewing machine. Suitable for: Newcomers to bag making... Learn about: Handbag design, Bag making, Accessory making...

...Make and Take: An assortment of necklaces, cuffs, bangles, rings and hair slides formed from recycled materials. Skills at a glance: Learn plastic bonding skills to make unique shapes and flowers, manipulate shrunken felt, basic hand sewing and jewellery making techniques.. Suitable for: Anyone...

... to make a traditional knitting bag with a handy case to store knitting needles or crochet hooks. Basic sewing machine skills would be an advantage...

...You'll leave with at least one finished curtain, and the skills to finish off at home - although we're always on hand to help out if you get stuck! Suitable for: Anyone with a basic knowledge of sewing, wanting to make their own curtains...

...To create a series of unique bags using a variety of materials. Suitable for: Intermediate & advance or someone with sewing knowledge...

...This course concentrates on more complicated construction methods using either cloth or leather. Suitable for: Anyone who has already got sewing skills or bag-making skills; keen hobbists who want to learn advanced machine leatherwork skills; designers who want to develop new skills... Learn about: Accessory making, Handbag design, Bag making...

...! Spend a fun and relaxing morning with textile artist, Anna Creighton, learning basic sewing skills and the art of turning old and new socks...

... basic hand embroidery stitches and techniques including working with different stitch tensions, colour mixing with stitch, patching and piecing...

...Learn how to use shirring elastic, how to make a basic pattern. Suitable for: Anyone with basic sewing skills...

... will make and take away your simple curtain and valance. Basic sewing skills required. All materials will be supplied along with useful notes and diagrams...

... one of our basic sewing skills courses Beginners Sewing: Candy striped make up bag, Basic sewing machine skills and alterations or Beginners Sewing:...

... of your fashion items in a conscious way how to use the sewing machines and basic tailoring skills These practical, hands-on, fun-packed sessions will teach... Learn about: Fashion Textile, Environmental Impact, Sustainable thinking...

...This intermediate course covers the techniques required to pattern cut and produce a Victorian period corset. You will also learn appropriate production techniques, including eyelets, boning and lacing, to pull the body in. Competent sewing skills are essential and some pattern knowledge beneficial...

... and working samples and have useful notes and diagrams to take home. Basic sewing skills required. All materials included. An amazing workshop for everyone...

..., choosing a fabric · cutting, marking, pressing, and using tools and notions · basic construction techniques Students will make either a simple top or dress...

...Have you been knitting for some time and want to be more creative with it, have you just started knitting, or have you long been meaning to start? This course is designed to cover all aspects of basic knitting · casting on and off, increasing and decreasing stitches, as well as a basic range...

...Learn the basics of dressmaking by taking measurements. Design your own patterns or use shop bought patterns. Learn how to use a sewing machine and sew the garment. Create your own styles for blouses, skirts, trousers and jackets...

... and winding the bobbin to inserting a zip and doing basic professional finishes; we will cover all the basics. Suitable for: People wanting to learn from the very Basics of Dressmaking. For the absolute beginners!...

...The classes will cover the simple start-up stitches and basic principles and, through the projects, an introduction to texture stitches, trims and shaping...