Join CSSC for a back to basics introduction to sewing workshop, perfect for complete beginners to start their sewing journey and learn how to use a domestic sewing machine.
After an introduction to the sewing machine including setup, threading, and sewing machine maintenance and cleaning, you’ll move on to cover topics such as stitches fabric types and terminology, simple hems and basic seam finishes. You’ll practice on small samples that you can use to create a sample book for future reference. You’ll then move on to making a tote bag from the techniques you’ve learned. You’ll leave at the end of the day having got to know the sewing machine, and gained the skills and confidence to tackle simple projects at home, as well as your completed tote bag.
So that you can make exactly the bag you want we ask that you source your own fabric beforehand. Fabric requirements: 1 metre of 100% cotton woven fabric (no stretch or jersey) in a medium weight. Quilting cotton works very well or a button up shirt to upcycle! Please get in touch if you’re unsure about your fabric choice.
About Your Tutor
Cassandra’s work is an invitation to a more sustainable future. It challenges home sewists, designers and educators to think through the social and environmental impacts of their practice, exploring issues such as zero waste, transparency, embedded storytelling, feminism, sizism, and body image.
All tools are provided for use at the workshop and materials are included in the course cost.
Tea and coffee are provided but participants should bring their own lunch and utensils
All of our classes are suitable for over 16s. Younger crafters may be accommodated if accompanied by a participating adult but please contact us before booking
If the workshop you were looking at is fully booked drop CSSC an email and they’ll add you to the waiting list. CSSC will add extra dates to their most popular workshops too. Join the mailing list to be the first to know.
All of the CSSC workshops are held at Craft Central, High Street, Dunblane, FK15 0EE
To book this class please visit https://scottishcraftschool.com/product/introduction-to-sewing-feb25/
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