Confidence Builder - Monday 8th, 15th, 22nd, and 29th September. 2pm – 4.30pm. £80
This Sewing Social is suitable for individuals who require additional support or have not sewn for a while. Projects can be planned for you, or you can bring your own to work on. Fabric and haberdashery are included unless you wish to bring your own.
Intermediates - Monday 8th, 15th, 22nd, and 29th September. 7pm – 9.30pm. £70
For confident sewers. Bring your own projects to work on. Fabric and haberdashery available on a donation basis.
Beginners - Tuesday 2nd, 9th, 16th, and 23rd September. 7pm - 9.30pm. £80
A course for complete beginners. All fabric and haberdashery provided.
Example plan: Week 1. Hand sewing, buttons, and useful stitches. Week 2. How to thread and use a machine. Make a simple drawstring bag. Week 3. Putting in a zip. Make a cushion cover. Week 4. Finishing cushion cover. Simple alterations.
Beginners 2 - Wednesday 3rd,10th,17th, and 24th September. 7pm – 9.30pm. £80
Suitable for people who have completed CET Beginners Sewing Social or who can use a sewing machine to make a simple item. All fabric and haberdashery provided.
Example plan: Week 1. How to cut a simple pattern from a pair of tracksuit bottoms/pyjamas. Week 2. Make a pair of elasticated trousers, using your pattern – use of an overlocker. Week 3. Make a lined Tote bag or a lined apron using the bagging out method. Week 4. Finish Tote bag/ apron. Make an item of your choice.
The Location: The classes take place at a residential property with a sewing studio out the back. There will be a sign up outside so you know you are in the right place. There are a number of spaces at the property or parking can be found a 5 minute walk away at the upper section by Iceland. Do let us know if you have any mobility issues or are bringing a machine and we can make sure there is a spot outside for you.
The Address: La Menardais, La Route de Sausmarez, St Martins, GY4 6SG
The Tutor: Julie Embling
NOTE: Please make sure the transfer is carried out 14 days before the start of the course to secure the space. Please let us know as soon as possible if the space is no longer required. Missed weeks cannot be refunded or transferred.
You are welcome to bring your machine or use one of ours (we often have second-hand machines to purchase).
Refreshments included.
For questions or to book, email
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