Introduction to the Sewing Machine Class at Abakhan Shrewsbury

Ready to start your sewing journey? Our Introduction to the Sewing Machine Class is the perfect starting point for beginners or anyone looking to refresh their skills. This hands-on class will teach you the fundamentals of using a sewing machine with confidence and ease.

What You’ll Learn:

• Getting to Know Your Machine: Understanding parts, functions, and basic maintenance.
• Threading and Bobbin Basics: Mastering the setup process to get started smoothly.
• Essential Stitch Techniques: Straight stitches, zig-zag stitches, and adjusting stitch settings.
• Fabric Handling: Tips for cutting, pinning, and feeding fabric through the machine.
• Simple Project Practice: Apply your new skills to create a beginner-friendly project.

Why Attend:

This class provides a welcoming environment to explore the sewing machine, troubleshoot common issues, and build confidence with step-by-step guidance.

By the end of this class, you’ll be ready to take on your first sewing projects and develop a solid foundation for future creativity. Bring your enthusiasm—we’ll supply the inspiration!

You will make a set of samples to take home, to remind you of the steps you have learnt. Using the skills you have mastered you will make a lovely little fabric bowl to take home.

Skill level : No sewing machine skills required.

What to bring:

• ½ metre of Calico
• 1 x cream sewing thread

For the project:

• 30cm of 2oz wadding/batting
• 2 x (12”x12”) co-ordinating patterned cotton fabrics or 2 x Fat Quarters (non directional)
• 4 x small buttons
• 1 x matching sewing thread

Janome sewing machines will be provided on the day along with a hot drink. You will also receive a 10% discount card to use in-store.

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Tutor : Sheila Jones

I am passionate about sewing and crafting.

I have been involved with sewing and dressmaking for all of my working life and nothing gives me greater pleasure than passing on my knowledge to people who want to learn to sew. I enjoy sewing, dressmaking, all types of craft and especially machine embroidery.

I have been working at the Abakhan store in Shrewsbury since it opened its doors in 2018.

Host or Publisher Abakhan Fabrics, Hobby & Home