Introduction to using the sewing machine

Course

In London

£ 69 VAT inc.

Description

  • Type

    Course

  • Location

    London

  • Start date

    Different dates available

An introduction to using the sewing machine. Learn how to use the sewing machine safely and competently.
Making samples to practice your sewing skills and stitch practical seams and hems.

Facilities

Location

Start date

London
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Keeley Street, Covent Garden, WC2B 4BA

Start date

Different dates availableEnrolment now open

About this course

- Demonstrate competence in setting up and use of the sewing machine.
- Use the machine to stitch practical seams and hems
- Be competent in using tools and equipment
- Use different machine feet to make up samples
- Produce a range of sewing samples for future reference
- Be able to undertake basic machine maintenance.

Basic materials will be supplied for samples, handouts will be provided but a notebook and pencil would be useful for taking notes etc.

If you would like to buy art materials for your personal use outside of the course, City Lit students receive 10% discount off everything* from Cass Art, the UK's leading art supplies retailer. Your tutor will advise you on what you should buy. You will need to show your enrolment receipt in-store to receive your discount. Visit the Charing Cross shop at 13 Charing Cross Road WC2H 0EP or find your local shop at *Terms and conditions apply, visit

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Subjects

  • Sewing

Course programme

Individual use of a Bernina sewing machine will allow you to practice and build confidence in sewing. You will learn how to set up and thread the sewing machine and use various machine feet, tools and equipment in your sewing. You will learn how to sew practical stitches, troubleshoot problems and learn general maintenance of the sewing machine.

Through demonstrations, discussions, workshop practice, one to one instruction and guidance. All work can be completed during the class.

Additional information

This course is an ideal introduction to our clothes making courses and also our creative machine stitch courses. VX140 Introduction to clothes making VX343 Sewing on Sundays VX345 Fashion: beginners sewing skills VX413 Start Sewing VX303 Textiles: Introduction to creative machine embroidery. General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Student Centre and Library on Monday to Friday from 12:00 – 19:00. See the course guide for term dates and further details

Introduction to using the sewing machine

£ 69 VAT inc.