Sewing Workshop: Essential Sewing Techniques

Learn essential sewing techniques for beginners



3 hours Class size 1 to 8 guests

$120 (Afterpay available)
Have you wanted to take your sewing skills to the next level? Join this fun, creative workshop, where you can learn all about the sewing essentials.
In this three hour workshop you will:
  • 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.
Once you've learnt all these sewing techniques, it will make it much easier for you to repair, mend and make clothes yourself.
By the end, return home with newfound confidence and skills to be able to sew your own clothes!
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 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!
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 or gift for couples.

Location

School of Sewing and Upcycling - level 1/1-3 Whitehall Street, Footscray VIC

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Teaching sewing skills that will last a lifetime. Learn to sew and mend with knowledgable, patient teachers in a friendly, inclusive environment. All ages, genders and abilities welcome!
The School of Sewing & Upcycling began in 2015. We set up in a small shop in Buckley Street, Footscray and began to share our love of sewing with you. In 2019, we shifted to our current home right on the border of Footscray and Yarraville – a big, bright and welcoming space where many people come to hone their sewing skills.
In February 2023, Zoe took over the business from Gaye (who still teaches) and in May 2023 moved into new space in Whitehall Street, Footscray.
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 sewers of all ages learning at our school. We can also arrange private lessons for those that learn better one-on-one. It’s just you and your teacher so that you can really get into that special project.

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