Six Week Course: Sewing Foundations

Learn from the very best, in beautiful bright studios 4 minutes from Footscray Station!



6 x 2.5 hours

Class size 1 to 6 (public classes), 6 to 8
  $500 (Afterpay & PayPal Pay in 4 available)

Maximise your time at the machine and projects under your belt in this six week sewing course for beginners!
In this course, you'll learn all about how to use your sewing machine and create three different DIY projects to take home by the end.
Course content:
  • Make friends with your sewing machine – learn about the parts and how they work, how to wind a bobbin and thread your machine.
  • Become familiar with sewing terminology and the other equipment you will use.
  • Learn and practise many fundamental sewing skills.
  • Prepare, cut and sew three accessories/simple garments using a range of techniques.
You will make:
  • Project one – Floor cushion or reversible tote bag
  • Project two - Zippered pouch or apron
  • Project three – Wide Legged lounge pants, box top or tee
By the end of the course, you will not only have created three sewing projects but you will also leave with newfound confidence to continue sewing as a creative hobby!
Please note: The class projects may vary over the duration of the course depending on the preferences of the student group.
What you'll get
  • Priceless new skills and the confidence to keep going!
  • We will provide sewing machines and equipment if you don’t have your own, and materials for the first two projects.
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Knowledge required
Suitable for absolute beginners. Open to adults and young adults (minimum age 15 years old). Men and non-binary folk are encouraged to attend!
What to bring
Just yourself, your sewing machine if you have one (but not necessary!). Feel free to buy a sewing starter pack upon booking if you would like your own kit.
Add-ons available for this class
  • Sewing Starter Pack ($60)
  • Deluxe Sewing Kit ($99)
You can add these when you book (optional).
Session repeats

This class series runs over 6 consecutive sessions, at the same time every week.

Suitable for

This class is great for individuals and couples as well as for a date idea, birthday or hens party.

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

Footscray, VIC

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School of Sewing and Upcycling
School of Sewing and Upcycling

4.9 (137)
female Women-owned

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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