Whether its old, new, secondhand or an inherited domestic sewing machine this workshop will help you how to use the machine.

We will get you started on your sewing journey with understanding your machine and how it works. Get to grips with threading, tension and why to change needles and how often.

Learn to sew straight seams, neatening raw edges and achieve professional finished buttonholes.

Your tutor, Jenny, will show you how to use your machine and explain the how and why through out this workshop.

Understanding the fundementals is the grounding to take your sewing skill to any level.

Our workshops have a maximum of 6 pupils to keep pupil to tutor ration low.

See our Terms and Conditions to the right in the additional info section.

Master Your Sewing Machine - Workshop Thursday 22nd January 2026

£45.00

VAT Included

Enter Make and Model of Machine

0/500

Quantity

Only 6 left in stock

Thursday 22nd January 2026
Duration: 3 hours - 10 am - 1 pm
No of Places: 6

Threading
Winding a bobbin
Needles - which type and when do I change
Tensions - when to adjust and also when not to.
Straight seams and keeping straight
Curved seams and keeping the curve smooth
Seam allowances
Neatening Stitches - which do I use, when and how
Buttonholes
Workshop notes | Instructions - Covering the workshop, with space for your own notes of settings or adjustments

Your Sewing Machine - must be in working order, ie:- it forms a stitch. Secondhand | inherited machines - it is recommended to be serviced before workshop.
Foot control pedal and power lead
Accessories that came with the machine
Manual
Scissors
Spare Needle
Unpicker
Thread

Provided

Fabric for samples (for you to attach to the notes for reference)
Workshop notes | instructions - with room to make your own notes on

Workshops / Masterclasses Terms and Conditions

Bookings

Bookings can be made online, over the phone or in our showroom.

Payment

Payment is required at time of booking to secure your place.

Cancellation

Attendee cancels:-

1. Over 10 clear days before workshop / masterclass. A full refund will be issued or rebook onto another date.

2. Under 10 clear days before workshop / masterclass. No refund.

Direct Sewing Machine Ltd cancels:- A full refund will be issued, or moved to an alternative date. Please note – We are not responsible for any consequential costs.

Using own Equipment

We require you to bring your own machine. However the following must apply:-

1. Must be in operational working order. (This means the machine must be able to form stitches) – if purchased second hand or given a non new machine, it is recommended that it is serviced prior to attending.

2. Make sure to bring foot control pedal / power lead / manual and accessories for the machine.

3. You will need to bring a basic sewing kit, scissors etc. Any specific equipment will be described for the individual workshop / masterclass.

PLEASE NOTE – Refunds will not given if the attendee is unable to continue with the workshop / masterclass due to non – operational machines.

Attendance / Timings

All workshop / masterclasses will start on time and finish on time. We are unable to overrun sessions to accommodate late arrivals.

Please be kind and respectful to both out tutors and fellow attendees.

Completion of projects

We endeavour to build into the workshop / masterclasses time for the attendee to complete the project or samples. The amount of work completed during a workshop / masterclass may depend on the amount of experience and pace of work.

Lost or Damaged Property

Direct Sewing Machines Ltd are not responsible for attendee’s lost of damaged property.

Photography

We may during a workshop / masterclass take photos or videos of the session and / or attendees work. These images / videos may be used online and in other places for marketing purposes.

Please let the tutor know if you don’t want your image shown.
Our tutors - have experience across all sewing genres including dressmaking, patchwork, quilting, costumes, soft furnishings, pattern drafting, embroidering to name a few.

As professionals in their own right, they understand and know how to use all aspects of machines and feet.

Your Tutor - Jenny Herbert
From an early age, Jenny started sewing, which continued into school and onto college, studying a BTEC in Fashion, Design and Technology.

Over 30 years of sewing experience, 10 years of which for Janome as a demonstrator and now for all machine brands. Overlocking is a specialism and Jenny's understanding your overlocker workshop is not to be missed.

Jenny likes all aspects of dressmaking, especially finishing and embellishing using the embroidery machine, just ask her about the dragon prom dress, as well as using all her machines in combinations with other crafts.

One to One Tuition - If you would prefer one to one lesson, just you and the tutor - click for - more info (Pre-booking required, subject to availability)

Group Bookings - Are you a small group of 2 - 4 friends, or work colleagues and would like to arrange this workshop as a group session together? - please ring 0117 977 8216 or email us through the contact page. (Pre-booking required)