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Our mission is to improve mental wellbeing through our workshops and experiences. We curate our teachers and hosts carefully to ensure that they are of high quality.
That's why we provide a money-back guarantee*: If you're unsatisfied with this experience, just leave it at least 20 minutes before it ends, and tell us (the ClassBento team) the reason for your dissatisfaction within 4 hours of that time, and we'll provide you with a refund.
* We may choose to limit our refund per customer at $1000. In some rare cases, we may also require you to show us your photo ID before we process the refund.
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Sewing Workshop: Essential Sewing Techniques
Learn essential sewing techniques for beginners
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arrow_right_alt arrow_downward- Build on your basic sewing machine skills.
- Learn terminology commonly found in sewing pattern instructions.
- Practice essential techniques such as stay-stitching, seam finishing, understitching, clipping and trimming, edge and top stitching, hemming, buttonholes and more!
- Understand which stitches and presser feet to use for various techniques.
- Make samples of each technique and learn when and how they are used in garment construction.
- Gain know-how that will make sewing patterns easier to follow.
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Upcoming dates for Sewing Workshop: Essential Sewing Techniques
Times are Melbourne time. Dates and prices as of 13 Oct 2026, 11:35pm; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.
1 upcoming date between 21 Nov 2026 and 21 Nov 2026.
- Sat 21 Nov 2026, 1pm-4pm
What you'll get
- Samples of a range of very useful techniques to refer to.
- A workbook with a glossary of terms and space to attach your samples.
- Loads of knowledge that will further your sewing abilities!
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Knowledge required
You know the fundamentals of operating a sewing machine and can sew simple items. If you are an absolute beginner, it is recommended that you attend our Sewing Machine Basics workshop as a pre requisite. Open to adults and young adults (minimum age 15). Men and non-binary folks very welcome.
What to bring
Your sewing machine and a sewing kit if you would prefer to use your equipment instead of ours (we have plenty if not). All other materials and equipment supplied.
Suitable for
Suitable for adults, and kids (minimum 15 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.
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Recent reviews of Sewing Workshop: Essential Sewing Techniques
- 5/5 from Katja Evans, attended Aug 2025: Kate was great. Taught me all the basics that I needed to be a bit more confident, explained terms and some tips. This class was small but excellent for one on one. Thank you
- 5/5 from Amanda J Smith, attended Aug 2024: Thanks to Gaye for a very informative afternoon of sewing. Lots of tips and tricks learnt and cannot wait to do another workshop at the School of Sewing and Upcycling!
- 5/5 from Annika Annika, attended Aug 2024: Great to get to know and practice on the spot with my machine. Gaye was lovely and very knowledgeable.
- 5/5 from FÃann Clancy, attended Apr 2024: Very informative and productive. You learn all the seams and hemming you could want. Definitely recommend for a beginner
- 5/5 from Kim Robinson, attended Mar 2024: Great teacher- explained everything well and helpful with all our queries. I would highly recommend.
- 4/5 from Matthew Zhou, attended Oct 2023: Teacher was very informative. Very accessible because they provided everything you needed. It was in a nice location too.
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Learn to sew and mend with knowledgeable, patient teachers in a friendly, inclusive environment. All ages, genders and abilities welcome!At SOSU, we believe that sewing is a wonderful life skill, and we want to share it with you. Learning how to alter and mend the things that you have as well as learning the skills to create your own gorgeous garments will help you to be more creative and sustainable. We offer a wide range of full and half-day workshops or ongoing courses that will build, refresh or consolidate your sewing skills. We have a great mix of beginner and skilled sewists of all ages learning at our school.We can also arrange private lessons for those that learn better one-on-one. When it’s just you and your teacher you can really tackle that special project with confidence.Our back story: The School of Sewing & Upcycling was established in 2015. Set up in a small shop in Buckley Street, Footscray, where Gaye (the original owner) and her team shared their love of sewing with aspiring and experienced sewists alike.In February 2023, Zoë took over the business from Gaye (who still teaches) and in May 2023 SOSU moved into their current home in Whitehall Street, Footscray.Zoë and her team of friendly and skilled teachers look forward to welcoming you (or your ClassBento gift recipients) into their space to unlock creativity, develop sustainable habits, and master skills that will last a lifetime!
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