Learn to Sew Course – Absolute Beginners

We teach everything you need to know to be able to confidently sew basic projects and complete simple dressmaking.

Skill Level: Beginner
Suitable for those who have never sewn before or have lost confidence and want a sewing booster.

What you learn:

• The basics of threading the machine and winding a bobbin
• Learning the different functions of the machine/Sewing seams/Sewing in a straight line/Sewing curves, corners and pivoting essential sewing terms, and stitch information
• Finishing seams and reverse stitching
• Understanding fabrics, grain lines & seam allowances Pinning and marking fabric
• Decorative techniques, using applique
• Basic cushion making/Buttonhole and zip insertion

During the course we make a number of projects:

• drawstring bag
• cushion
• fully lined (bagged out) toiletry bag

We Provide: All materials

Cost: £160. Choice of 3, 4 or 5 weeks refer to website booking schedule for exact dates and times – various daytime, evening or weekend sessions available.

Book online: www.knowhowyou.co.uk | info@knowhowyou.co.uk