Beginners Sewing on the Sunshine Coast

Sunday 20 September Four hours. One finished project. A toolkit of sewing skills you can use again and again. Designed for complete beginners and those wanting to build confidence, this four-hour intensive takes you through the foundations of sewing before putting those skills into practice to create your own smock-style apron. This isn't just about following a pattern. Throughout the workshop you'll learn why we use different construction and finishing techniques, how to understand your sewing machine and how to start confidently approaching sewing projects on your own. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN SEWING MACHINE BASICS We'll begin with approximately 30 minutes of practical machine skills, including: • Setting up and understanding your sewing machine • Troubleshooting common machine problems • Sewing accurately with a 1cm seam allowance • Changing stitch length • Overlocking • Starting and finishing seams • Turning corners accurately • Controlling fabric as you sew FABRIC + PATTERN BASICS Next we'll cut out our projects together and learn: • How to read a sewing pattern • Understanding pattern markings • Grainline and fabric direction • Laying out and cutting fabric accurately • Choosing appropriate fabrics for different projects • Preparing your pieces for construction • THREE PROFESSIONAL FINISHES Every student will learn and practice three incredibly useful sewing techniques: FRENCH SEAMS Learn how to enclose raw edges for a beautifully clean internal finish. ROLLED HEMS Create a narrow, neat hem for lightweight fabrics and beautifully finished edges. BIAS BINDING Learn how bias binding works and how to use it to professionally finish curved and raw edges. These are techniques you'll be able to take away and use across countless future sewing projects. THEN, WE MAKE. We'll bring everything together to construct your own smock-style apron. Rather than simply watching demonstrations, I'll teach each stage in short group demonstrations before you work through the technique yourself with individual guidance and support. You'll leave understanding not only what you've sewn, but how the garment was constructed and how those techniques can translate to your next project. EVERYTHING IS PROVIDED Just turn up ready to learn. Your workshop includes: • Sewing machine use • All sewing equipment + tools • Your smock-style apron pattern • Fabric to make your project • Thread + haberdashery • Practice fabric for learning techniques • 4 hours of guided tuition • Individual support throughout the workshop You don’t need to own a sewing machine or bring any sewing equipment. FABRIC A selection of fabrics will be available to use on the day. But if you have a beautiful piece of fabric sitting at home that you've always dreamed of turning into something, bring it with you. This is the perfect opportunity to finally use it. I'll guide you on whether it's suitable for the project before we begin cutting. It must be woven and light weight. WHO IS THIS FOR? Complete beginners are very welcome. It's also perfect if you've used a sewing machine before but still don't feel confident sewing independently, understanding patterns or achieving professional finishes. Machines and essential equipment are provided. Tuesday 22 September | Sunshine Coast Come as a beginner. Leave with a finished piece and the confidence to keep sewing. Sarah-Jade has been running these workshops for over 12 months and her social media can be found here: https://www.instagram.com/trnzkmedia/ https://www.facebook.com/people/TRNZk-Media-Studio/100095686176002/