Beginners Sewing Course – 4 weeks
This introductory 4-week course is a good starting point to learn expert sewing techniques whether you want to progress into dressmaking, soft furnishing or craft projects.
About Beginners Sewing Course – 4 weeks
It’s also a great refresher if you’ve not sewn for a while.
Tuesdays from 4th to 25th June
Duration: 10 hours
Course Description:
You'll learn how to understand sewing machines, get experience of using different stitch types, learning about stitch lengths, widths and tensions. I'll explain what the different presser feet are for and you'll learn how to measure and cut fabric.
Artisan Stitch holds a Certificate of Excellence is rated 'Best sewing classes in Edinburgh'. A UK Enterprise award followed for Best Sewing Classes 2020.
Artisan Stitch is the only course provider in Edinburgh and one of only two in Scotland, that is recommended by Queen Margaret University.
Level: Beginners (or as a refresher if you haven’t sewn for a while)
Who is the Beginners Sewing Course XL aimed at?
-Absolute Beginners (if you've never used a sewing machine before)
-Novice sewists (if you've recently learned and would like to know a bit more)
-Lapsed sewists (as a refresher if you haven't sewn for a while)
What will I learn?
-How to use a sewing machine safely and confidently
-How to wind bobbins and thread a sewing machine
-Understand the importance of correct thread tension
-How to sew perfect straight lines, smooth curves and turn corners
-Learn three different seam types and when to use them
-How to take up hems
-Make machined buttonholes and how to sew in a zip
-Make your choice of these projects to practice your new skills:
a lined reversible tote bag,
I-pad/tablet cover,
a zipped make-up bag,
Course arrangements
Sewing machines are provided or you can bring your own if you have one.
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