Each course has a rating out of 3, shown by the number of thread reels on the course image. If you’re a complete beginner and never switched on a machine, choose the 1 out of 3 courses, or 2 out of 3 if you’re feeling adventurous! Courses that are rated 3 out of 3 are best suited to those who have previously sewn items such as cushion covers and bunting with a good quality finish, without any help. Many people attend our courses who are self taught, or haven’t sewn in many years, and would like a refresher or to polish up their skills.

All courses will develop your sewing machine skills. If you’re a complete beginner, and never switched on a sewing machine before, you will be shown every step to get started, such as threading it up, setting the dials, and how to control the fabric and pedal.

If you’re an experienced machine sewer, you will have the opportunity to explore different types of presser feet, needles, and settings, to understand the wide range of possible outcomes you can make on your machine at home.

As well as learning how to use the sewing machine, you will also have the opportunity to learn a wider range of skills using lots of equipment and tools. These include the overlocker, pattern drafting tools, fabric marking tools, as well as the chance to explore lots of fabric types. We will cover the many different types of hems, seams, fastenings, as well as all the other transferrable skills you can use on many projects at home. You will leave each course feeling more knowledgeable and confident to choose the right fabrics and tools for your own sewing projects at home.

No! In our studio there are enough sewing machines for everyone to use one without sharing. We also have scissors, chalk, and every other tool needed to complete your sewing project. All we ask is that you bring your own pot of pins, which you can pick up in the supermarket or from Amazon, (as well as all our fabulous local sewing and fabric shops!) for just a few pounds. If you do have your own fabric scissors, you may want to bring them. If you have your own sewing machine, you are welcome to bring it to use.