Getting to the nitty gritty of understanding the basic of a sewing machine will give you the foundations from which to build and sew projects.
Jenny, your tutor, will show and explain the how and why, which will help spring board you on your sewing adventure.
Workshop Covers
- Threading- avoiding pitfalls + time is built in for you to practise threading - Tensions- should I adjust? and when. - Needles -
what to use when and explain different types and sizes - Stitch width and length -
What is it, when to adjust and why - Seaming -
how to sew a straight seam every time - Overcasting -
how to neaten the raw edges of fabric using overcast foot (or without, if your machine doesn’t have one) - Buttonhole -
how to work out the right size and sew using buttonhole foot (if you have with your machine) - Blind hem stitch -
how to fold fabric to sew an invisible hem that can be used on garments and curtains - Calico fabrics -
included - to create samples that can be written on, to go with the workshop notes. A permanent reference for you when at home to refer back to. - Workshop Notes -
covering the workshop, with space for your own notes of settings or adjustments.
What to Bring
-Your Sewing Machine -
Must be in operational working order. (This means the machine must be able to sew ) – if purchased second hand or given a non new machine, it is recommended that it is serviced prior to attending. Make e sure to bring foot control pedal / power lead / manual and accessories for the machine .(See T's and C's)
- Sewing machine accessories -
Feet and accessories that came with your machine
- Basic sewing kit -
scissors, threads, pins,
NB- Please read the workshop terms and conditions, before purchasing - click here.
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 9778216 or email us through the contact page. (Pre-booking required)
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