Stitch Rectangles of Cloth and Master Your Sewing Machine
Workshop with SarahB
Wednesday 15 November 2023, 10.30am - 4.30pm
£80
Venue: MAKE Southwest
Suitable for: Adults
Level: Beginner
Join MAKE Southwest member SarahB to learn the basics of how a sewing machine works by stitching wonderful things with rectangles.
This course will show you how to get the most from your sewing machine with MAKE Southwest’s new Janome machines. Sarah will explain aspects of their operation by demonstrating simple stitch challenges with rectangles of cloth that will increase your stitching skills, sewing confidence and knowledge.
You will be taught about: stitch tension; sewing feet; machine functions (sewing a button hole; dropping the feed dog; use of the free-arm; multiple stitch types; presser-foot pressure; bobbin winding); fabric types including interfacing and Bondaweb as well as seam types.
The rectangles sewn on the day will make: a tote bag with french seams, a zip pouch bag with embroidery and a belt ... as well as possibly other samples.
This workshop will start with discussion using demonstration samples as the talking point. Participants are welcome to make the day work for them by following or adapting the programme as they wish dependent on their skill level.
This course has been designed at an entry/intermediate level.
On the Day
Thread, zips, buckles and cloth will be provided but if you want specific fabric for any items please bring it with you on the day.. along with pins, fabric scissors and a tape measure - if they’re available to you.
All other workshop materials will be provided alongside our new Janome sewing machines - so no need to bring your own machine!
Tea, coffee and biscuits are included and will be available on the day. Lunch will not be provided so please bring a packed lunch.
On arrival, please make your way to the side gate of the Riverside Mill, through the courtyard and up the stone stairs on the side of the building. Please let us know if you require the lift.
Please be aware that you cannot use the Co-op car park for all day parking. The Methodist Church car park and Station Road car park usually have plenty of spaces
View MAKE Southwest's Cancellation Policy, HERE.