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Introduction to Machine Sewing with Leonie Fraser

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26 Colbee Court
Phillip ACT 2606

Mon – Thu 9am – 3.30pm

Fri – 9am – 4.30pm

Saturday 9am – 2pm

Closed:

Sundays, Public Holidays &
Saturdays of Long Weekends

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02 6281 7555

Mon – Thu 9am – 3.30pm
Fri – 9am – 4.30pm
Saturday 9am – 2pm

Closed:
Sundays, Public Holidays &
Saturdays of Long Weekends

26 Colbee Court
Phillip ACT 2606

Introduction to Machine Sewing with Leonie Fraser

Cost $200

Dates: TBA

10am – 2pm

Set up from 9.30 am

Everyone is sure to learn from these thorough classes.  The classes are aimed at complete beginners through to those who have a little experience but want to improve their sewing.  A great way to learn some textile art prior to commencing college courses, etc or for those just wishing to learn more about sewing and using your machine. Leonie will go through all the techniques you need to produce quality sewing and you will have three different projects to complete during the class.

Focus of this workshop: Learn to Sew on a domestic sewing machine.

This workshop has a minimum age of 14.

Please note: this workshop is about woven cotton fabric, and not designed to teach sewing stretch fabrics such as jersey, fleece or interlock.

 This workshop will develop the following skills:

  • Setting up and safely using a domestic sewing machine
  • Using a rotary cutter, ruler and mat to prepare material for sewing
  • Sewing a straight seam with a consistent seam allowance
  • Top stitching for a decorative and functional effect
  • Inserting a zipper and using a zipper foot
  • Using interfacing and wadding to provide structure

Level of skill required for this workshop: Beginner learning to use a sewing machine and sewing equipment.