Cursus: sewing for beginners

Entry Requirements: None! This course is meant specifically for beginners. You can bring your own sewing machine, but it's not necessary. Could you tell us, when you register, whether you will be bringing your own sewing machine?

If you're eager to learn how to sew but don't know where to start, this basic course is perfect for you! In five lessons you will learn all the basics of sewing. We'll start by learning how to use your sewing machine. How to thread, and the different stitches are all discussed. We'll practice with the different stitches and stitching straight lines. In addition, we deal with all kinds of tricks of the trade. For example, have you ever used a seam ripper?

In the five lessons we'll also spend time on one or two beginner projects, such as a handy tote bag, a cushion cover with a zipper, vegetable bags, a quilted laptop cover or a streamer with flags!

• What you'll learn:   
• How the sewing machine works
•    How to use the different stitches
•    The tools that are involved
•    Making a few beginner projects

If you get the hang of it after this basic course, you can immediately join the Sustainable sewing course next year, where we get started with upcycling and making our own clothing.