4 week open sewing sessions
Who is the course for?
This course is suitable for everyone, from complete beginners who have never sewn before, to more experienced sewists who want guidance, studio time, or help finishing a project. It’s ideal if you want flexibility and personalised support rather than a fixed curriculum.
What will I study in this class?
These are open-format sewing sessions, meaning you can choose what you’d like to work on each week. Over the four weeks, you may focus on:
- Learning how to use a sewing machine from scratch
- Dressmaking using commercial patterns
- Garment alterations and repairs
- Finishing an existing project
- Developing sewing skills at your own pace
Each class is 2 hours long, with hands-on guidance throughout. The content is shaped around your individual goals, whether that’s building confidence on a machine, altering clothes, or completing a garment.
Possible areas of focus include:
Dressmaking
- Pattern cutting and understanding instructions
- Garment construction
- Sewing techniques and finishing
Alterations & Repairs
- Hems
- Taking garments in or letting them out
- Inserting elastic
- Adding trims or details
- Inserting or replacing zips
What makes this course special?
There is no fixed syllabus, allowing the sessions to adapt to your needs. You’ll receive personalised support in a relaxed, friendly studio environment. Suitable for all levels, this course is perfect if you want freedom, encouragement, and expert help to move your sewing forward.