Intro to Sewing

Your First Step Into the Joy of Stitching…

If you’ve ever looked at a sewing machine and thought, “I wouldn’t even know where to start”, then this is the class for you.

Our Intro to Sewing class is designed especially for absolute beginners – no prior experience needed, no pressure, and no silly questions. Just a friendly, supportive environment where you'll learn the very basics of sewing from the ground up. Whether you're curious about crafting, looking to mend your own clothes, or dreaming of making your own garments or homeware, this introductory session is your gateway into the world of sewing.

What You’ll Learn:

Over the course of this short, focused class, we’ll guide you through the essential skills you need to get started with confidence. You’ll learn:

~ How to thread a sewing machine correctly

~ Winding a bobbin and understanding its function

~ How to change a needle safely and correctly

~ Getting to know the parts and settings of a sewing machine

~ Practising a range of basic stitches, including straight, zig-zag, and decorative

~ How to troubleshoot common beginner issues (like tangled thread or skipped stitches)

~ Using different types of fabric

~ Safe and efficient use of sewing tools

By the end of the session, you’ll have completed several small but satisfying sewing projects to take home – useful and lovely pieces that you’ll feel proud of. More importantly, you’ll leave with the confidence to continue practising at home or take the next step with one of our more in-depth classes.

Who Is It For?

This course is ideal for complete beginners aged 13+. Maybe you’ve never touched a sewing machine before, or perhaps you tried once but gave up in frustration – wherever you're starting from, we’ll meet you there.

We keep our class sizes small to ensure that everyone receives plenty of personal guidance and hands-on help throughout.

What’s Included:

~ All sewing equipment, materials, and tools

~ Use of our studio sewing machines (though you're welcome to bring your own if you’d like to become more familiar with it)

~ Guided support from an experienced and encouraging tutor

~ A calm, welcoming space to learn at your own pace

~ And, of course – complimentary tea, coffee, and cake to keep you going!

Why Start Here?

This is our baseline class – it forms the foundation for everything that follows. Once you've mastered the basics, you’ll be ready to join our other beginner classes and courss, where we explore the ins and outs of foundational sewing, with a strong focus on technique, planning, and creativity.

The Intro to Sewing course is more than just a lesson – it’s the beginning of your creative journey. It’s about building confidence, discovering joy in making, and taking those first stitches towards something truly rewarding.

Ready to Begin?

Whether you're learning for fun, for practical reasons, or to unlock a whole new hobby, this course will give you the tools, knowledge, and encouragement to get started.

Book your place today and take the first step into the creative, calming, and endlessly satisfying world of sewing.