Els-Bels Boutique
6 week introduction to sewing for complete beginners - Wednesday evenings 8-10pm, starting on 5/2/25
6 week introduction to sewing for complete beginners - Wednesday evenings 8-10pm, starting on 5/2/25
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Do you have a sewing machine at home, but don’t feel like you know where to start? Does threading your machine just feel like a crazy logic puzzle? Are you bamboozled by the variety of needles, threads and fabrics?
Five years ago, I was that person, but now here I am making the majority of my own clothes and bags, and with my own sewing business going from strength to strength! I’m mainly self-taught, and would never claim to have expertise in every technique. But I know what worked for me, and how I went from being scared of my machine to being happy to try sewing any new pattern I find.
Which is why I’m offering sewing classes for complete beginners (adults), to help encourage others to get out of their comfort zone, and learn a new skill. Over the course of six weeks, participants will get to know their sewing machine, learn about different fabrics and their uses, and de-mystify some of the tools and accessories you might need when sewing. You’ll go home with some projects you’ve created during the course, but more importantly, with the confidence and knowledge to try more projects yourself at home.
Classes are limited to just 6 participants, so each person will have plenty of individual attention.
All materials are provided, including fabrics and thread, as well as a useful handout of handy tips, and a selection pack of sewing machine needles to take home at the end of the course, so you can be ready to try out your new skills! You'll also get a cup of tea or coffee and a biscuit to keep you well fuelled, courtesy of our lovely hosts at Armorica.
Participants must bring their own sewing machines, and please bring any bobbins and accessories which came with your machine too.
6 weeks of classes, on Wednesday evenings in Armorica, Oranmore, beginning on Wednesday 5th February 2025.
Lesson 1: Get to know your machine. Threading, presser feet, basic stitching
Lesson 2: Basic sewing using straight lines. Make a tote bag with french seams
Lesson 3: Sewing curves and zips. Make a lined zip pouch with curved corners
Lesson 4: Introducing patterns and how to measure yourself. How to sew stretchy fabrics
Lesson 5 & 6: Make a t-shirt to perfectly fit YOU!
Cancellation policy:
Cancellations made more than 48 hours before the first session will be refunded 80% of the total course fee. Cancellations made less than 48 hours before the first session cannot be refunded. The fee is for the complete course, and non-attendance at individual sessions cannot be refunded.
