Machine Sewing for Beginners Workshop

Our beginners sewing workshop is a great introduction into this life skill whilst having a lot of creative fun along the way. 

Learn to sew in a small group and relaxed environment. 

This course is suitable for absolute beginners or as a refresher course for those who haven’t sewn in a while. 

What is covered in this class:

• How to measure, mark up and cut your fabric for the envelope cushion cover.

• How to use cutting tools for a neat finish

• Learn how to sew in a straight line

• Learn how to set up your sewing machine, wind the bobbin and thread the machine

• How and when to use different stitches such as straight and zig-zag

• Hem edges to create a neat finish

• Learn how to secure raw edges from fraying without needing an expensive overlocker

• How to make a cushion cover 

Throughout the workshop, Bronnie will share her knowledge and tips with you to help make your introduction to sewing as enjoyable as possible. Leave the class feeling confident with your new sewing skills!

If you'd like a cushion insert for your cover, these can be purchased from Bronnie for $10. Please let us know in advance. 

What you will need: 

• Sewing Machine 

• 1/2 meter of woven cotton

• Fabric Scissors

• Pins

• Tape measure

• Fabric marker 

• Rasant or Gutterman Sewing Thread 

• Stitch Unpicker 

• 1/2 metre of woven cotton fabric to make a cushion 

• Cushion insert 

A beginners sewing kit can be purchased from us fo $45

Cushion inserts can be an upcycled one from home, Spotlight or from us

Please make sure you order your supplies from us in time for us to get them ready for your class.  

Sewing for Beginners

Our beginners sewing workshop is a great introduction to this life skill whilst having a lot of creative fun along the way. 

Bring along your own machine and enjoy learning to sew in a small group and relaxed environment. 

In this beginner class, students will learn and practice basic machine sewing skills while making a basic project.

This course is suitable for absolute beginners or as a refresher course for those who haven’t sewn in a while. 

*During COVID: Students studying on-site at NSCC will be asked to assist their tutor in a post-course clean down of the room & anything used during this time. Please understand we are putting in strict protocols across the board to ensure the safety of our entire community.

Materials List

• You will need to bring your own machine, the manual or booklet for your machine, and any accessories that come with the machine. • Thread - please only buy good quality thread, I suggest Rasant or Gütermann Sew-All Thread in a neutral shade • Tape measure • Fabric Scissors • Thread snips or embroidery scissors • Seam Ripper • Pearl headed pins • 1/2 metre of woven cotton

Learn how to repair your clothes rather than throw them away!

Join our Mending Workshop with Bronnie.

You will learn simple ways to repair your clothing, such as sewing on buttons, repairing holes, embellishing with embroidery and the art of visible mending.

All materials are supplied.

This workshop is suitable for beginners.

Ages 12 and up welcome.

Make a Tote Bag - Sewing for Beginners

This class runs over 2 consecutive Tuesday evenings: 22 March and 29 March, 6:30- 9pm

Our beginners sewing course is a great introduction to this life skill whilst having a lot of creative fun along the way. 

Bring along your own machine and enjoy learning to sew in a small group and relaxed environment. 

In this beginner class, students will learn and practice basic machine sewing skills while making a tote bag.

This course is suitable for absolute beginners or as a refresher course for those who haven’t sewn in a while. 

*During COVID: Students studying on-site at NSCC will be asked to assist their tutor in a post-course clean down of the room & anything used during this time. Please understand we are putting in strict protocols across the board to ensure the safety of our entire community.

Materials List

• You will need to bring your own machine, the manual or booklet for your machine, and any accessories that come with the machine. • Thread - please only buy good quality thread, I suggest Rasant or Gütermann Sew-All Thread in a neutral shade • Tape measure • Fabric Scissors • Thread snips or embroidery scissors • Seam Ripper • Pearl headed pins • 1 metre of canvas or cotton duck

Our beginners sewing course is a great introduction into this life skill whilst having a lot of creative fun along the way. Bring along your own machine and learn to sew in a small group and relaxed environment. 

This course is suitable for absolute beginners or as a refresher course for those who haven’t sewn in a while. 

Materials list provided by the teacher in week one.

5 week course 22 July - 19 August Wednesday Evenings 6:30-9pm