Mon, 29 Apr
|St Martins
Sewing Socials - April/May Beginners Course
We are running a further 4-week beginner's sewing course starting in April/May. Dates are Monday's 29th April, 6th May, 13th May and 20th May. 7 pm-9pm. Location: St Martins. Cost: £60. Get in touch to book your space.
Time & Location
29 Apr 2024, 19:00 – 20 May 2024, 21:00
St Martins, Rte de Sausmarez, Guernsey GY4, Guernsey
About the Event
Join us on this 4 week introductory course into basic sewing. This course aims to cover simple hand sewing, machine sewing, making a simple item and some basic alterations. Classes will be informal and relaxed and hope to encourage a mending mindset. The weekly plan is subject to change depending on the level in the class and individual interests.
Materials and sewing machines will be provided. Along with tea, coffee and biscuits.
Example plan below:
Week 1 Hand Sewing Basics, button hole, hand hemming (inc the use of Wondaweb), small seams
Week 2 Machine Sewing Threading etc…, seams, hems (how to prepare)
Week 3 Making a simple item (e.g. a bag) Putting in a zip