Intro to the sewing machine-
Starting right at the very beginning, here’s everything you’ll need to use your sewing machine at home.
Anatomy of a sewing machine
Winding on a bobbin
Threading a top and a front loading sewing machine
Sewing machine skills or “driving test”
Downloadable “Make friends with your sewing machine” booklet- CLICK HERE
Downloadable Essential tools guide- CLICK HERE
Downloadable choosing the right pattern size handout- CLICK HERE
Downloadable Getting started with sewing patterns handout- CLICK HERE
Downloadable simple Pj Trouser Instructions- CLICK HERE
Downloadable Multi Size Kid’s(6-14) Pj trouser pattern in print at home a4 format- CLICK HERE
Downloadable Multi Size Kid’s (6-14) Pj trouser pattern in an AO copy shop format- CLICK HERE
Make a Pair of Simple Kid’s or adults PJ Trousers-
Make the perfect pair of kid’s or adults pyjama trousers with an easy elasticated waist
How to put together a tiled print at home pattern
How to read a dressmaking pattern
Prepare your pattern and fabric
Learn to lengthen or shorten your pattern
Learn a simple method of trouser construction
Sew narrow double folded hems
Thread elastic
Bonus pattern files- Unisex PJ Trousers for adults-
Downloadable Multi Size adult (hip 34-44) Unisex Pj trouser pattern in an AO copy shop format- CLICK HERE
Downloadable Multi Size adult (hip 34-44) Unisex Pj trouser pattern in print at home a4/us letter format- CLICK HERE
Downloadable Multi Size adult (hip 46-48) Unisex Pj trouser pattern in an AO copy shop format- CLICK HERE
Downloadable Multi Size adult (hip 46-48) Unisex Pj trouser pattern in a print at home A4.US letter format- CLICK HERE
Click HERE to read my video blog post on how to assemble a tiled pdf pattern.
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Reviews From Happy Students
This class is without doubt the perfect introduction to learning how to sew. Not only are the instructions, clear and easy to understand, the tips and tricks are incredibly useful. Claire-Louise is a wonderful teacher, and it is clear she is not only incredibly talented, but has a wonderful passion and understanding for teaching. I would recommend this class to anyone who has an interest in sewing, but be warned, you will want to do every class once you have finished this one
-Anna
Hi Claire-Louise,
I am loving your course and excellent teaching style. I would sign up for any further online training courses that you provide because you have a wonderful way of teaching. You take your time in explaining all of the basics which are so important. I'm not a beginner but am still delighted that I signed up for your course. Thank you for providing this course online as I would never have gotten the opportunity to attend one of your courses in person.
Many thanks,
-Liz