Basic sewing for beginners
This course is for people who are absolute beginners or have a little experience of sewing.
It consists of 5 sessions, you will learn the basics of sewing both hand-sew& machine- sew. Also you will get basic knowledge about tools, materials & techniques to help you working with fabrics.
You will make a simple sewing project to apply your new skill at each session. You can book one session only or full sessions.
Session 1 ( 2nd May):
You will learn the basics of sewing about sewing tools and fabrics. You will also learn the basics of hand-stitching and then make a simple project using basic stitching.
Please bring $5 for materials.
Session 2 (16th May):
You will learn basic embroidery stitching including sashiko stitching & appliqués. You will make a simple project to apply the stitching.
Please bring $5 for materials.
Session 3 (23rd May ):
You will learn about machine sewing and basic machine stitching . You will make a simple project with the basic machine stitching .
Please bring $5 for materials.
Session 4 (30th May ):
You will learn the basics of sewing for mending & alterations, such as how to shorten the length of your skirt or pants and also mending techniques.
You can bring your own clothes or family members’ ones to apply the techniques as your project.
Session 5 ( 6 June):
You will learn more sewing techniques which are not covered in the previous four sessions. You will make a simple project to use all skills that you have learned through the course.
Please bring $5 for materials.|
Notes:
Since this workshop is organised by the Nelson Women's Centre please check their website regarding fees.
Please bring own sewing tools if you have. If you do not, you can borrow tools during the sessions.
You do not need to bring a sewing machine but you are welcome to bring your own.
Kazumi has worked in the fashion industry as a designer & pattern cutter in Japan and New Zealand for over 20 years. She has been running mending workshops at the NWC since 2022.