Machine Sewing for Beginners - Bags - High Pavement Learning Centre, Sutton-in-Ashfield - Adult Learning

About this course

Come and join us for this hands-on, creative journey into the world of sewing! Whether you’ve never touched a sewing machine before or you’re looking to refresh your skills, this class is designed with beginners in mind. Over the course of our sessions, you’ll learn the fundamentals of machine sewing while creating your very own handmade bags. From threading your machine and understanding fabric types to mastering straight stitches and adding functional features like pockets and zippers, we’ll guide you step-by-step through the process. By the end of the class, you’ll not only walk away with a beautiful, custom-made bag or two you’ll also gain the confidence and skills to continue sewing on your own. No experience? No problem! Just bring your enthusiasm, a willingness to learn, and a sense of fun. Let’s get stitching! In this beginner-friendly sewing course, you’ll be introduced to the essential skills needed to confidently use a sewing machine and create your own handmade bags. We’ll start with the basics, how to thread and operate a sewing machine, adjust settings, and troubleshoot common issues. You’ll also learn about the different types of fabrics and tools used in bag-making, including how to choose the right materials for your projects. By the end of the course, you’ll have completed at least several bags and gained the confidence to continue sewing independently. Whether you're looking to start a new hobby, make thoughtful handmade gifts or even start a new crafting business then this course is the perfect place to begin your sewing journey. By the end of the course, you will: Have at least three bags to take home and use Be able to work safely and confidently with a sewing machine Understand the importance of using the correct needles, feet and thread for the project Understand how simple patterns are used and made to create bags and accessories Be able to create and finish different types of seams Fit a simple zip correctly Create pockets and closures Have an understanding of different types of fabric and thread and be able to choose the correct ones for the project

Booking your place and fee information

Booking your place and fee information If you are in receipt of certain benefits you will be offered the course for free, however if you have a financial barrier which may prevent you from enrolling on the course, please visit our webpage for further information https www.inspireculture.org.uk skills learning funding your courses Complete our INSPIRE ONLINE ENROLMENT FORM for each person attending the course. To enrol on one of our courses, you must have been living in England and have been resident in the UK for the past 3 years. Some exceptions may apply if you are living in England with evidence of the right to remain and are from an EEU EEAU country (completion of a questionnaire will be required). As we no longer receive funding for our ESFA funded courses for learners living in the devolved areas listed below, full cost fees would apply to these courses if you live in these areas: Barnsley, Doncaster, Rotherham and Sheffield Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Greater London Greater Manchester Liverpool City Region Newcastle Upon Tyne, North Tyneside and Northumberland Tees Valley West of England West Midlands West Yorkshire