Introduction to Sewing Class

Get an introduction to sewing in Melbourne!


The Pattern Making Class
The Pattern Making Class
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5 hours Class size 1 to 8 guests    

  $225 - $265 ($225 for Concession; $265 for Full fee) (Afterpay & PayPal Pay in 4 available)

Enjoy an introduction to sewing class, learning the foundational skills needed to kickstart your sewing journey. Guided by industry professionals in a supportive, friendly environment, you'll gain confidence using a sewing machine.
What you will learn:
Sewing Machine Basics: a refresher session for you and your machine
  • Understanding the components of a sewing machine, threading techniques, and machine maintenance
  • Detailed instruction on how to properly thread the sewing machine
  • Overview of different types of sewing needles and their specific applications
  • Discussion on various thread types and their suitable uses
  • Understanding how the bobbin functions and how to wind and insert it
  • Techniques for controlling machine speed for different sewing tasks
  • Adjusting machine tension for different stitching
  • The significance of grainlines in sewing
Basic Sewing Techniques:
  • Straight sewing techniques and understanding seam allowance
  • Overlock finishes on open and closed seams
  • Mastery of sewing circles and curved lines
  • Essential sewing finishes like topstitching and backstitching
  • Introduction to fundamental sewing techniques
Sewing Practice:
  • Sampler Techniques:
  • Overlock and press open for mastering overlocking seams
  • Overlock and press closed for finishing raw edges
  • Make Yourself a Basic Tote: create a tote bag, pre-cut and ready to sew
You'll walk away from this class feeling accomplished and ready to apply your newfound skills to more projects. Plus, you'll have your very own handmade tote bag to proudly show off!
What you'll get
All materials & fabric kits
Instruction booklet with diagrams
Finished sampler to reference in class
Access to industrial sewing machines and domestic overlockers (or BYO if you prefer)
Light refreshments
Knowledge required
This class is ideal for beginners with little to no sewing experience, as well as for those looking to refresh their skills.
What to bring
You may bring your own sewing machine or use one of ours.
Recommended items to bring:
  • Sewing snips
  • Pins
  • Any additional personal sewing supplies you prefer to use
  • Tape measure
Suitable for

Suitable for adults, and kids (minimum 10 years old).

Adult accompaniment is not required.

This experience would also be a unique gift for her, gift for mum, Xmas gift or gift for couples.

Location

92 Leveson Street, North Melbourne VIC

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The Pattern Making Class
The Pattern Making Class

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The Pattern Making Class was founded by Glen Rollason and Scott Bowring, who together bring more than 55 years of experience across fashion design, pattern making and garment production.
Scott has spent over 30 years working with Australian and international fashion brands including Sussan, Myer, Brooksfield and Cameo the Label, while managing large-scale production in China. Glen is an RMIT Fashion Design graduate and lectured there for 21 years across undergraduate and Masters programs. Early in his career he worked in the pattern room at Chanel, later winning Melbourne Fashion Festival's Young Designer of the Year for his labels ROLLASON and RUDEBOY.
Together they run RB Patterns, Melbourne's leading freelance design and technical consulting studio. Their clients include Country Road, Camilla & Marc, Wrangler, Portmans, Perri Cutten and A.Emery, as well as organisations including Emirates, ACMI and the National Gallery of Australia.
The Pattern Making Class was created to give aspiring makers access to practical, industry-current skills without committing to a full fashion degree. Every class is taught using the same methods Glen and Scott apply daily in professional practice, helping students build confidence through real-world techniques that are relevant, accurate and immediately useful.

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