If you are new to embroidery and would like to try stitching onto towels, then this class is for you.
You will learn all the tips and tricks for embroidering onto toweling fabric including what stabilisers to use and how to hoop up the material.
You will be using the Fonts and lettering found on your embroidery machine, so if you would like to use a differnt font, please make sure you have it downloaded and ready to go before the class.
Class Requirements:
- Embroidery machine in working condition with the power cord and hoop for your project.
- Embroidery Threads
- Sewing Pins
- 1m of Solvy Stabiliser - Can be purchased in store
- 1m Tearaway Stabiliser - Can be purchased in store
- Face Cloth and Hand Towel - Not too thick
- Notebook and pen
Class time: 3hrs
Next Class Date - Wednesday 29th November - 9:30am - 12:30pm
- Wednesday 13th December - 9:30am - 12:30pm
*Please select your class date form the drop down menu
*Minimum number of participants - 4 people. Please note if we don't reach the minimum numbers, the class will be postponed until the following fortnight. You will be notified of any changes to the schedule
Come along and join a group of like minded crafty people for some social sewing 🧵
Bring any projects you like and have a crafty conversation while you sew!
*Please note, there is no teacher present for social sewing, but you can ask for help from one of our staff if you have any questions
Class time: 2.5hrs
Next Class Date - Saturday 11th November - 10:30am - 1:00pm
*Minimum number of participants - 6 people. Please note if we don't reach the minimum numbers, the class will be postponed until the following fortnight. You will be notified of any changes to the schedule
Have you got an overlocker but not sure how to get the most out of it? Then this is the class for you!
You will learn new techniques and tips on how to get the most of your overlocker
Techniques covered in this class include:
- Machine Threading
- Sewing around curves and corners
- Gathering
- Rolled Hemming
- Flatlocking
- Attching Elastic
- Attaching Ribbing
- Making Rouleau straps
Class Requirements:
- Overlocker in good working condition with Power cord/foot control and manual
- Overlocker Accessories including tweezers, screwdrivers etc
- Good Quality Overlocker Thread - Available Here
- 30cms of 6mm elastic
- 15cm piece of Ribbing
Class price includes 12 pieces of fabric for sewing samples
Class time: 3hrs
*Please select your class date from the drop down menu
Next Class Date - Wednesday 6th December - 9:30am - 12:30pm
Wednesday 22nd November - 9:30am - 12:30pm - FULLY BOOKED
Wednesday 31st January 2024 - 9:30am - 12:30pm
*Minimum number of participants - 4 people. Please note if we don't reach the minimum numbers, the class will be postponed until the following Month. You will be notified of any changes to the schedule
If you are new to embroidery and would like to try something new this is a fun wee project for beginners.
You will take home a finished product that you can use or give as a gift.
We will be using the Sewing Machine Mug Rug Pattern from Creative Kiwi
Download your pattern here - CLICK HERE
Save your pattern to a USB drive and print a copy of the instructions to bring along
Class Requirements:
- Pattern downloaded from Kreative Kiwi saved on a USB drive
- Embroidery machine in working condition with the power cord and hoop for your project.
- Embroidery Threads
- Stabiliser
- Fabrics
(The pattern instructions have a full list of all the materials needed)
Class time: 3hrs
Next Class Date - TO BE ANNOUNCED
*Please select your class date form the drop down menu
*Minimum number of participants - 4 people. Please note if we don't reach the minimum numbers, the class will be postponed until the following fortnight. You will be notified of any changes tot he schedule
In this class you will learn how to make a stained glass Christmas runner that will amaze your family come dinner time.
You can make them as a gift for family and friends or keep it for your christmas table.
Please note, this project takes 2 classes to complete, so if you would like to complete the project in full, you will need to book 2 classes.
You can always complete your project at home after the first class. The second class is $69.90
Requirements:
- Sewing machine in Good working condition, all feet and bobbins for your machine, walking foot
- Fabric - See our range of Christmas Fabrics Here
- 30cm Background Fabric
- 10cm light toned print
- 10cm Medium toned print
- 10cm Dark toned print
- 20cm Green for Holly leaves
- 40cm Red for centre squares, Holly Berries and binding
- 1 pack of decorative fusible bias - Available Here
- 1.3m x 50 cm backing fabric
- 1.5m x 50cm Fusible wadding - Available Here
- 30cm Vilsoflix - Available Here
- Thread (to match your project).
- Scissors, Pins, Seam Ripper, Tape Measure.
- Pen/Pencil, Notebook, Ruler, Rotary Cutter, Mat, mini iron (if you have one)
- Basic sewing accessories
If you are interested in purchasing a fabric kit for this class, please get in touch
Class time: 3hrs - 2 classes needed to finish the project in full
*Please select the date of the class you want to attend from the drop down menu
Class Dates: Tuesday 21st & 28th November 9:30am - 12:30am
*Minimum number of participants - 4 people. Please note if we don't reach the minimum numbers, the class will be postponed until the following fortnight. You will be notified of any changes to the schedule
In this class we will help you to finish off your unfinished Quilting projects. Do you have something that
you aren't sure how to fix we can help you with that too.
Requirements:
- Sewing machine in working condition please, sewing machine accessories including spare needles and bobbins.
- Thread (to match your project).
- Scissors, Pins, Seam Ripper, Tape Measure.
- Pen/Pencil, Notebook, Ruler, Rotary Cutter, Mat.
- Basic sewing accessories
Class time: 3hrs
Next Class Date - Thursday 9th November - 9:30am - 12:30pm
Thursday 16th November - 9:30am - 12:30pm
*Minimum number of participants - 4 people. Please note if we don't reach the minimum numbers, the class will be postponed until the following fortnight. You will be notified of any changes tot he schedule
