Slow Fashion Kids #3: How to use a Sewing Machine

Give your child the confidence to create, repair and reimagine with one of life's most valuable creative skills!

Learning to use a sewing machine opens up a world of possibilities—from making fun projects and personalising clothing to repairing favourite items instead of throwing them away. It's a wonderful way to build creativity, independence and an appreciation for sustainable fashion.

Using the excellent sewing machines at The ReDress Hub, children will be guided through the essentials of machine sewing in this fun and hands-on 1.5-hour workshop.

• Learn how a sewing machine works and how to use it safely.
• Wind and thread a bobbin.
• Thread the sewing machine correctly.
• Practice sewing with straight and zigzag stitches.
• If time permits, create a small fabric patch or badge to take home—perfect for decorating a bag, jacket or backpack, or for repairing a favourite piece of clothing.

No previous sewing experience is needed—just curiosity and a willingness to have a go!

Want to keep sewing? This workshop is also the third session in our . Children can continue developing their sewing skills while learning how to make, mend and creatively remake clothing, helping build confidence and lifelong sustainable habits.

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This workshop is suitable for children 8-12yo.

Children under 8 are also welcome but must be accompanied by an adult.

If your child has additional needs or usually has Learning Assistance at school, please talk to us about how we can best cater for them. We may need to have an accompanying adult to provide support.

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All materials supplied for this workshop.

We will have a short break at half-time - please supply snacks for children attending to avoid any allergy issues, we will supply water.

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This workshop is part of a workshop series for kids. These workshops are designed to be done as individual workshops OR as part of a series where skills are built on as children progress each week.

If you only wish to do this as a single workshop, please select a ticket here.

If you would like to do the series, please go to the "Slow Fashion Sewing Series for Kids" workshop event to book a series ticket.

Companion ticket

If you require a carer or support while attending your workshop, we have a special Companion Ticket for those with a Companion card. Please enter the code ReDressCompanion (all one word) to reveal this special ticket when booking your tickets.

ReGift Program

Through a Community Grant with the City of Launceston, we are pleased to offer subsidised spaces to this workshop for people on full-time pensions, unemployment benefits, who hold a health care card or similar.

Interested? Please contact us directly (see below) and we'll explain how you can benefit from this program.

Group bookings:

The workshops at The ReDress Hub are perfect for group bookings - sharing these experiences with a group of friends, family or colleagues can not only create memorable occasions but are also perfect for sharing laughs, ideas and resources between you.

If you bring a group of 5+ people we'll not only offer you a group discount, but organise some special treats for you all to enjoy. Please contact us directly for more details.

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We're excited to be able to run our workshop face-to-face in beautifully designed new workshop space at The ReDress Hub

The ReDress Hub is located at:

Shop 6&7, Quadrant Plaza, 94 York St, Launceston, Tasmania.

You can find us just behind Toyworld in Dell Lane :)

Super handy access to parking in the Care CarPark next door, with great cafes close by to fuel you up for all your workshop needs.

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If you have been or could have been exposed to COVID19 through travel or a close contact, please consider your attendance and or wearing a mask at the event.

If you have any symptoms and don't feel well please don't attend your workshop and get in touch with us for more details.

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For further information about The ReDress Hub please check out our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/ReDressHub

Don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions, our best contact is [email protected] or reach out via our social media.

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We hope to see you at The ReDress Hub soon!

Karina has been a primary school teacher for over 35 years. She is experienced in working with children of all ages and stages, and is passionate about supporting every child to learn new skills and experience success.

Karina has hosted a wide variety of out-of-school hours programs for children, to help them have additional places where they make connections with others, learn together and explore their creativity.

Karina has been sewing since childhood thanks to a patient grandmother. She is a dedicated to sustainable enterprises and keen to teach children about leaving a light footprint on our precious planet.