Have a sewing machine hiding in a cupboard that you’ve never quite managed to master? Or perhaps you’re completely new to sewing and don’t yet own a machine? This one-day Complete Beginners Sewing Course is the perfect place to start.
Designed for absolute beginners—or anyone returning to sewing after a long break—this workshop will guide you through all the essential skills needed to use a sewing machine with confidence. With friendly, expert teaching, you’ll learn how your machine works, how to thread it, and how to troubleshoot common issues. You’ll also explore stitch functions, machine feet, and basic sewing tools.
To put your new skills into practice, you’ll make a simple and stylish box-bottomed tote bag with an internal pocket. This project gives you plenty of opportunity to perfect straight-line sewing while creating a useful, 3D item that you can enjoy long after the class ends. A reusable bag pattern is included for you to take home and make again.
What You’ll Learn
- Understanding the parts of your sewing machine
- How to thread the machine and wind a bobbin
- Sewing straight stitch and zigzag stitch
- Thread tension and how to solve common stitching problems
- Machine accessories: feet, needles, cleaning tools, and more
- How to cut fabric correctly
- Pinning and pattern marking
- Sewing straight lines with confidence
- Sewing and finishing seams
- The basics of bag construction
- Measuring and creating a simple pattern
- How to hem
- Top stitching techniques
What You’ll Need to Bring
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A sewing machine, threaded and in working order
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If you would like to use one of ours, please let us know when booking—machines are limited.
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Basic sewing kit
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Fabric and notions for your bag
- A detailed checklist will be emailed to you once your booking is confirmed.
Level
Beginner – no prior experience needed.
Duration
6 hours
Tutor
Diane Taylor
Read more about your teacher HERE.
Additional Information
We aim to finish the project within the workshop time, but if you’re unable to complete your bag, we’ll ensure you leave confident and fully prepared to finish it at home.
A minimum of 5 participants is required for this workshop to run. If minimum numbers are not reached one week before the workshop, we will contact you with an alternative date. If you’re unable to reschedule, a full refund will be provided.
Why not bring a friend? Book together and enjoy 10% off both workshops using the code twotogether at checkout.
Please ensure you read our Workshop Cancellation Policy before booking
