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 Thursday, 7th August, 10:00 am, Trousers and Jeans Construction in Gateshead
• Next month, 11th August, 10:00 am, Beginners Garment Construction Course - 2 day intensive 10am - 4pm in Gateshead
• This September, 10th September, 10:00 am, Shirts & Shirtdresses construction course - 3 day intensive 10am to 2pm in Gateshead

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