Get to know your sewing machine

Is it time for a skills refresher?  This workshop is ideal to allow you to get a firm understanding of the basics of how your sewing machine works and to build skills.  

Come along to Stitching Kitchen and get to grips with your sewing machine in this fun and practical two-and-a-half-hour workshop designed for complete beginners. Whether your machine is still in the box or you've tried a few stitches without success, this session will help you feel confident and capable. Guided by an experienced tutor, you'll learn how to thread your machine, explore essential stitching techniques, and even create your own fabric coaster to take home. With everything provided – including tea and cake – it’s the perfect introduction to the world of sewing.

What you will learn/achieve:

• How to set up and thread a domestic sewing machine.
• Key sewing techniques including seams and basic stitches.
• Troubleshooting tips and how to avoid common sewing machine issues.
• A completed project: your own handmade coaster to take home.
• Skills to progress to quilting or garment sewing courses.

What's included:

• Tuition: full instruction and support in a small class (maximum of 6).
• Use of our Pfaff and Janome machines in Stitching Kitchen's fully equipped studio.
• All materials and patterns are provided.
• Tea and cake.

What to bring:

Just bring yourself and all materials will be provided.

If you want to use your own sewing machine that is fine bring along your machine, power cable, control pedal and instruction book if you have it. 

Please note that this workshop is held in our light and spacious first floor studio at Stitching Kitchen, which is accessible by stairs.