How to use a sewing machine - Saturday morning workshop

This workshop is a great way to try using a machine before doing a longer course or to just learn the basics to get you started.

You will learn how to use a machine and make samples of a few basic seams along with some tips to hopefully avoid common problems

You don’t need to have any equipment or a machine, but if you do have a machine and want to learn how to use it you are welcome to bring it along.

In this workshop you will learn how to:

Thread a machine & wind a bobbin
Set the correct tension
Sew and finish seams
Troubleshoot common problems
Select appropriate needles and thread

DATE: 2nd August 2025
DURATION: Saturday Morning
CLASS TIMES: 9.30am - 12pm ish
LEVEL: beginners+/intermediate/Advanced
MAX IN A CLASS: 5
COST: £50

This workshop can be combined with a cushion workshop on the following Saturday as part of our intro to sewing. When booked together the cost is discounted to £90

You may also like the following events from Centre Front Studio Ltd:

• Next month, 4th July, 06:00 pm, Freestyle Sewing Class - sewcial sewing in Gateshead
• Next month, 7th July, 06:00 pm, Beginners Garment Construction Course - 5 evenings 6pm - 8.30pm in Gateshead
• This August, 7th August, 10:00 am, Trousers and Jeans Construction in Gateshead

Also check out other Workshops in Gateshead.