Description
Learn to sew in a small group with the support of a professional tutor. Suitable for total beginners, or refresh and update your sewing skills. You’ll start with the basics, learning to thread up your machine and sew seams. We will gently increase your skills & build confidence each week, making a useful item to take home: 1. Pin Cushion 2. Drawstring Bag 3. Tote Bag 4. Zip case 5. Bunting Course runs for 5 weeks, for 2hrs/ week. Other times or individual tuition on request, please get in touch via the 'message the tutor' button for more information. Borrow a sewing machine for an additional fee. Aliss has trained in Fashion Design and Pattern Cutting, plus Banner Making, Carnival Arts and Costume making. She has a City & Guilds Tutor Qualification and has been teaching for 15 years.
What's included in the price?
Tuition fee included, plus downloadable handouts for each sewing project sent weekly, to help you make another item at home. Also available in the sewing studio: Tutor-made samples and instructions, books and resources for reference, fabric samples, iron and ironing board, cutting rulers and set squares to borrow. Sewing machines - bring your own or borrow for an additional small hire fee. Haberdashery and fabrics also available for each project. You need to bring: Sewing machine (if possible), fabric, thread, sewing supplies, scissors, tape measure, needles, pins, etc. Get in touch via the 'message the tutor' button for materials list and course outline. Clothes making is also available if you're more confident with your machine.
Duration
5 weeks
Cancellation policy
Medium - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 4 weeks before the course starts
Maker
Aliss works from a studio in the delightful, independent and creative town of Frome Somerset. She teaches sewing courses, creative workshops and heads up the annual town lantern procession!
Suitable for
- Adults
- Seniors
- Teenagers
- Wheelchair users
- Limited mobility
- Parking provided
- Long term / weekly / monthly
- Suitable for beginners
- Engagement, birthdays & anniversaries
- Daytime (weekdays)
- Intermediate level
- Evenings
- Hen dos
- Public transport
- Corporate days out & team building
- Weekends
