July 2020
Winter Cape: Working with Wool Coating
Tuesday evenings 21, 28 July, 4, 11 August 6-8:30pm (four sessions) Cost: $150 (includes a print out of the pattern) To register for the class, please email Wendy with your name, a contact number and the name of the class you’d like to be in as the subject line. Make a warm and versatile winter cape with a comfortable fit, tie belt, and beautiful bias tape hem finish. It’s a perfect project to introduce sewing wool coating to a beginner…
Find out more »Absolute Beginners July
Wednesday evenings 1, 8, 15, 22 July 6-8.30 pm (4 nights) Cost: $130 plus $60 materials fee (which covers everything needed to make a drawstring bag, zippered cushion cover + cushion inner, and pyjama pants) To register for the class (or to inquire about any class), please email Leimomi with your name, a contact number and the name of the class you’d like to be in as the subject line. A class for people who haven’t sewn a stitch since school, or maybe never…
Find out more »Children’s Machine Sewing Classes
Full ten week term – $200 Thursdays 3.30 – 4.30pm OR 4.40 – 5.40pm Maximum four students per class. Students are welcome to join the class throughout the term. Sewing machines and tools are provided in class. Topics covered include: sewing room safety identifying sewing tools and supplies getting to know the sewing machine, and how to use it. We then progress onto simple projects, which can be craft or clothing pieces. Each item we make develops sewing skills, and…
Find out more »Sewer’s Toolbox
Thursday 23 July Cost: $30 Need some help deciding between a Sharp and a Chenille? Jersey, Stretch, Universal ..... have all the different needle types got you confused? Come along to our Sewer's Toolbox class, and learn about all the different notions you may come across in your sewing journey. We will discuss; hand sewing and machine sewing needles Pins and clips Threads Presser feet for your machine Interfacing This class is open to anyone with an interest in knowing…
Find out more »Pick Your Own Project – July
Fridays 10, 17, 24, 31 July, 6 - 8:30pm (four sessions) Cost: $130 Pick Your Own Project is an opportunity for you to work on a project that doesn’t fit into another class with help and support from an experienced teacher. Students select their own pattern, and work through the more complicated issues in class, from pattern alteration, to fitting, to advanced construction techniques, and fine finishes. Class sizes are limited, giving each student plenty of one-on-one time with the teacher. Sewing Level: …
Find out more »Beginner Crochet
25 July 10.30am-4pm $85 includes crochet hook and yarn Crochet is quick and easy when you know how. Learn how to do basic stitches and read a pattern. Our learning projects are cotton make up removers and a dish cloth, perfect for learning the basic crochet stitches. Join tutor Prue Hurndell who provides a down-to-earth approach to crochet. Learn how to work in rows and in rounds while making up your class projects. Also learn and become comfortable reading patterns.…
Find out more »Absolute Beginners Sewing – Monday’s
Monday evenings 20, 27 July, 3, 10 August 6-8.30 pm (4 nights) Cost: $130 plus $60 materials fee (which covers everything needed to make a drawstring bag, zippered cushion cover + cushion inner, and pajama pants) To register for the class (or to inquire about any class), please email Wendy with your name, a contact number and the name of the class you’d like to be in as the subject line. A class for people who haven’t sewn a stitch…
Find out more »Winter Cape: Working with Wool Coating
Tuesday evenings 21, 28 July, 4, 11 August 6-8:30pm (four sessions) Cost: $150 (includes a print out of the pattern) To register for the class, please email Wendy with your name, a contact number and the name of the class you’d like to be in as the subject line. Make a warm and versatile winter cape with a comfortable fit, tie belt, and beautiful bias tape hem finish. It’s a perfect project to introduce sewing wool coating to a beginner…
Find out more »Sewing Knits: Drop Shouldered Top & Dress
Wednesdays 29 July, 5 August 6-8.30 (this is a two-night class) Cost: $85 (includes a print out of the pattern) To register for the class, please email Leimomi with your name, a contact number and the name of the class you’d like to be in as the subject line. Learn some fabulous techniques for sewing with knits as you make a cool drop-shouldered dress or top with clever side-seam pockets and a hem band (dress) or a beautifully shaped hem (top). Mix and…
Find out more »Children’s Machine Sewing Classes
Full ten week term – $200 Thursdays 3.30 – 4.30pm OR 4.40 – 5.40pm Maximum four students per class. Students are welcome to join the class throughout the term. Sewing machines and tools are provided in class. Topics covered include: sewing room safety identifying sewing tools and supplies getting to know the sewing machine, and how to use it. We then progress onto simple projects, which can be craft or clothing pieces. Each item we make develops sewing skills, and…
Find out more »Pick Your Own Project – July
Fridays 10, 17, 24, 31 July, 6 - 8:30pm (four sessions) Cost: $130 Pick Your Own Project is an opportunity for you to work on a project that doesn’t fit into another class with help and support from an experienced teacher. Students select their own pattern, and work through the more complicated issues in class, from pattern alteration, to fitting, to advanced construction techniques, and fine finishes. Class sizes are limited, giving each student plenty of one-on-one time with the teacher. Sewing Level: …
Find out more »August 2020
Absolute Beginners Sewing – Monday’s
Monday evenings 20, 27 July, 3, 10 August 6-8.30 pm (4 nights) Cost: $130 plus $60 materials fee (which covers everything needed to make a drawstring bag, zippered cushion cover + cushion inner, and pajama pants) To register for the class (or to inquire about any class), please email Wendy with your name, a contact number and the name of the class you’d like to be in as the subject line. A class for people who haven’t sewn a stitch…
Find out more »Winter Cape: Working with Wool Coating
Tuesday evenings 21, 28 July, 4, 11 August 6-8:30pm (four sessions) Cost: $150 (includes a print out of the pattern) To register for the class, please email Wendy with your name, a contact number and the name of the class you’d like to be in as the subject line. Make a warm and versatile winter cape with a comfortable fit, tie belt, and beautiful bias tape hem finish. It’s a perfect project to introduce sewing wool coating to a beginner…
Find out more »Sewing Knits: Drop Shouldered Top & Dress
Wednesdays 29 July, 5 August 6-8.30 (this is a two-night class) Cost: $85 (includes a print out of the pattern) To register for the class, please email Leimomi with your name, a contact number and the name of the class you’d like to be in as the subject line. Learn some fabulous techniques for sewing with knits as you make a cool drop-shouldered dress or top with clever side-seam pockets and a hem band (dress) or a beautifully shaped hem (top). Mix and…
Find out more »Children’s Machine Sewing Classes
Full ten week term – $200 Thursdays 3.30 – 4.30pm OR 4.40 – 5.40pm Maximum four students per class. Students are welcome to join the class throughout the term. Sewing machines and tools are provided in class. Topics covered include: sewing room safety identifying sewing tools and supplies getting to know the sewing machine, and how to use it. We then progress onto simple projects, which can be craft or clothing pieces. Each item we make develops sewing skills, and…
Find out more »Absolute Beginners Sewing – August
Thursday evenings 6, 13, 20, 27 August 6-8.30 pm (4 nights) Cost: $130 plus $60 materials fee (which covers everything needed to make a drawstring bag, zippered cushion cover + cushion inner, and pajama pants) To register for the class (or to inquire about any class), please email Wendy with your name, a contact number and the name of the class you’d like to be in as the subject line. A class for people who haven’t sewn a stitch since school, or maybe…
Find out more »Open Craft Night
Open Craft Night is on the move! We are trialing running this on a Friday evening over Winter. On the first Friday night of the month, the shop stays open late for Open Craft Night. Bring your project and work in our space at our large tables. It’s a great time to catch up with your crafty friends, work with several friends on a project, or rent our sewing machines. This is also an opportunity for students to make up…
Find out more »Absolute Beginners Sewing – Monday’s
Monday evenings 20, 27 July, 3, 10 August 6-8.30 pm (4 nights) Cost: $130 plus $60 materials fee (which covers everything needed to make a drawstring bag, zippered cushion cover + cushion inner, and pajama pants) To register for the class (or to inquire about any class), please email Wendy with your name, a contact number and the name of the class you’d like to be in as the subject line. A class for people who haven’t sewn a stitch…
Find out more »Winter Cape: Working with Wool Coating
Tuesday evenings 21, 28 July, 4, 11 August 6-8:30pm (four sessions) Cost: $150 (includes a print out of the pattern) To register for the class, please email Wendy with your name, a contact number and the name of the class you’d like to be in as the subject line. Make a warm and versatile winter cape with a comfortable fit, tie belt, and beautiful bias tape hem finish. It’s a perfect project to introduce sewing wool coating to a beginner…
Find out more »Face Masks
Tuesday evening 11 August 6-8.30 pm (1 session) Cost: $55 (includes patterns, fabric and elastic) To register for the class (or to inquire about any class), please email Wendy with your name, a contact number and the name of the class you’d like to be in as the subject line. A class for those who would like to learn to make fabric face masks. A variety of fabric face mask styles will be shown, and you can select which styles…
Find out more »Children’s Machine Sewing Classes
Full ten week term – $200 Thursdays 3.30 – 4.30pm OR 4.40 – 5.40pm Maximum four students per class. Students are welcome to join the class throughout the term. Sewing machines and tools are provided in class. Topics covered include: sewing room safety identifying sewing tools and supplies getting to know the sewing machine, and how to use it. We then progress onto simple projects, which can be craft or clothing pieces. Each item we make develops sewing skills, and…
Find out more »Absolute Beginners Sewing – August
Thursday evenings 6, 13, 20, 27 August 6-8.30 pm (4 nights) Cost: $130 plus $60 materials fee (which covers everything needed to make a drawstring bag, zippered cushion cover + cushion inner, and pajama pants) To register for the class (or to inquire about any class), please email Wendy with your name, a contact number and the name of the class you’d like to be in as the subject line. A class for people who haven’t sewn a stitch since school, or maybe…
Find out more »Face Masks
Monday evening 17 August 6-8.30 pm (1 session) Cost: $55 (includes patterns, fabric and elastic) To register for the class (or to inquire about any class), please email Wendy with your name, a contact number and the name of the class you’d like to be in as the subject line. A class for those who would like to learn to make fabric face masks. A variety of fabric face mask styles will be shown, and you can select which styles…
Find out more »Classic A-Line Skirt
Tuesday evenings 18, 25 August, 1, 8 September 6-8:30pm (four sessions) Cost: $145 (includes printing of the pattern) To register for the class, please email Wendy with your name, a contact number and the name of the class you’d like to be in as the subject line. Learn to make a classic A-line skirt with a back zip and waistband. Working with the Closet Case Patterns Fiore Skirt (view A), you’ll learn to: stay stitching to prevent bias seams stretching set…
Find out more »Pick Your Own Project August
Wednesdays 19, 26 August, 2, 9 September 6-8:30pm (this is a four night class) Cost: $130 Pick Your Own Project is an opportunity for you to work on a project that doesn’t fit into another class with help and support from an experienced teacher. Students select their own pattern, and work through the more complicated issues in class, from pattern alteration, to fitting, to advanced construction techniques, and fine finishes. Class sizes are limited, giving each student plenty of one-on-one…
Find out more »Children’s Machine Sewing Classes
Full ten week term – $200 Thursdays 3.30 – 4.30pm OR 4.40 – 5.40pm Maximum four students per class. Students are welcome to join the class throughout the term. Sewing machines and tools are provided in class. Topics covered include: sewing room safety identifying sewing tools and supplies getting to know the sewing machine, and how to use it. We then progress onto simple projects, which can be craft or clothing pieces. Each item we make develops sewing skills, and…
Find out more »Absolute Beginners Sewing – August
Thursday evenings 6, 13, 20, 27 August 6-8.30 pm (4 nights) Cost: $130 plus $60 materials fee (which covers everything needed to make a drawstring bag, zippered cushion cover + cushion inner, and pajama pants) To register for the class (or to inquire about any class), please email Wendy with your name, a contact number and the name of the class you’d like to be in as the subject line. A class for people who haven’t sewn a stitch since school, or maybe…
Find out more »Introduction to Knitting
Friday evenings 21, 28 August 6-8.30 pm (2 sessions) Cost: $100 (includes yarn, knitting needles and darning needle) To register for the class (or to inquire about any class), please email Wendy with your name, a contact number and the name of the class you’d like to be in as the subject line. A class for those who would love a little help getting started on their knitting journey. Learn the basics of knitting by creating a useful wash cloth.…
Find out more »Fabric Face Masks
Monday evening 24 August 6-8.30 pm (1 session) Cost: $55 (includes patterns, fabric and elastic) To register for the class (or to inquire about any class), please email Wendy with your name, a contact number and the name of the class you’d like to be in as the subject line. A class for those who would like to learn to make fabric face masks. A variety of fabric face mask styles will be shown, and you can select which styles…
Find out more »Classic A-Line Skirt
Tuesday evenings 18, 25 August, 1, 8 September 6-8:30pm (four sessions) Cost: $145 (includes printing of the pattern) To register for the class, please email Wendy with your name, a contact number and the name of the class you’d like to be in as the subject line. Learn to make a classic A-line skirt with a back zip and waistband. Working with the Closet Case Patterns Fiore Skirt (view A), you’ll learn to: stay stitching to prevent bias seams stretching set…
Find out more »Pick Your Own Project August
Wednesdays 19, 26 August, 2, 9 September 6-8:30pm (this is a four night class) Cost: $130 Pick Your Own Project is an opportunity for you to work on a project that doesn’t fit into another class with help and support from an experienced teacher. Students select their own pattern, and work through the more complicated issues in class, from pattern alteration, to fitting, to advanced construction techniques, and fine finishes. Class sizes are limited, giving each student plenty of one-on-one…
Find out more »Children’s Machine Sewing Classes
Full ten week term – $200 Thursdays 3.30 – 4.30pm OR 4.40 – 5.40pm Maximum four students per class. Students are welcome to join the class throughout the term. Sewing machines and tools are provided in class. Topics covered include: sewing room safety identifying sewing tools and supplies getting to know the sewing machine, and how to use it. We then progress onto simple projects, which can be craft or clothing pieces. Each item we make develops sewing skills, and…
Find out more »Absolute Beginners Sewing – August
Thursday evenings 6, 13, 20, 27 August 6-8.30 pm (4 nights) Cost: $130 plus $60 materials fee (which covers everything needed to make a drawstring bag, zippered cushion cover + cushion inner, and pajama pants) To register for the class (or to inquire about any class), please email Wendy with your name, a contact number and the name of the class you’d like to be in as the subject line. A class for people who haven’t sewn a stitch since school, or maybe…
Find out more »Introduction to Knitting
Friday evenings 21, 28 August 6-8.30 pm (2 sessions) Cost: $100 (includes yarn, knitting needles and darning needle) To register for the class (or to inquire about any class), please email Wendy with your name, a contact number and the name of the class you’d like to be in as the subject line. A class for those who would love a little help getting started on their knitting journey. Learn the basics of knitting by creating a useful wash cloth.…
Find out more »September 2020
Classic A-Line Skirt
Tuesday evenings 18, 25 August, 1, 8 September 6-8:30pm (four sessions) Cost: $145 (includes printing of the pattern) To register for the class, please email Wendy with your name, a contact number and the name of the class you’d like to be in as the subject line. Learn to make a classic A-line skirt with a back zip and waistband. Working with the Closet Case Patterns Fiore Skirt (view A), you’ll learn to: stay stitching to prevent bias seams stretching set…
Find out more »Pick Your Own Project August
Wednesdays 19, 26 August, 2, 9 September 6-8:30pm (this is a four night class) Cost: $130 Pick Your Own Project is an opportunity for you to work on a project that doesn’t fit into another class with help and support from an experienced teacher. Students select their own pattern, and work through the more complicated issues in class, from pattern alteration, to fitting, to advanced construction techniques, and fine finishes. Class sizes are limited, giving each student plenty of one-on-one…
Find out more »Children’s Machine Sewing Classes
Full ten week term – $200 Thursdays 3.30 – 4.30pm OR 4.40 – 5.40pm Maximum four students per class. Students are welcome to join the class throughout the term. Sewing machines and tools are provided in class. Topics covered include: sewing room safety identifying sewing tools and supplies getting to know the sewing machine, and how to use it. We then progress onto simple projects, which can be craft or clothing pieces. Each item we make develops sewing skills, and…
Find out more »Pick Your Own Project – September
Thursdays 3, 10, 17, 24 September, 6 – 8:30pm (four sessions) Cost: $140 Pick Your Own Project is an opportunity for you to work on a project that doesn’t fit into another class with help and support from an experienced teacher. Students select their own pattern, and work through the more complicated issues in class, from pattern alteration, to fitting, to advanced construction techniques, and fine finishes. Class sizes are limited, giving each student plenty of one-on-one time with the teacher. Sewing Level: …
Find out more »Open Craft Night
Open Craft Night is on the move! We are trialing running this on a Friday evening over Winter. On the first Friday night of the month, the shop stays open late for Open Craft Night. Bring your project and work in our space at our large tables. It’s a great time to catch up with your crafty friends, work with several friends on a project, or rent our sewing machines. This is also an opportunity for students to make up…
Find out more »Absolute Beginners – September
Monday evenings 7, 14, 21, 28 September 6-8.30 pm (4 nights) Cost: $150 plus $60 materials fee (which covers everything needed to make a drawstring bag, zippered cushion cover + cushion inner, and pajama pants) To register for the class (or to inquire about any class), please email Wendy with your name, a contact number and the name of the class you’d like to be in as the subject line. A class for people who haven’t sewn a stitch since school, or maybe…
Find out more »Classic A-Line Skirt
Tuesday evenings 18, 25 August, 1, 8 September 6-8:30pm (four sessions) Cost: $145 (includes printing of the pattern) To register for the class, please email Wendy with your name, a contact number and the name of the class you’d like to be in as the subject line. Learn to make a classic A-line skirt with a back zip and waistband. Working with the Closet Case Patterns Fiore Skirt (view A), you’ll learn to: stay stitching to prevent bias seams stretching set…
Find out more »Pick Your Own Project August
Wednesdays 19, 26 August, 2, 9 September 6-8:30pm (this is a four night class) Cost: $130 Pick Your Own Project is an opportunity for you to work on a project that doesn’t fit into another class with help and support from an experienced teacher. Students select their own pattern, and work through the more complicated issues in class, from pattern alteration, to fitting, to advanced construction techniques, and fine finishes. Class sizes are limited, giving each student plenty of one-on-one…
Find out more »Children’s Machine Sewing Classes
Full ten week term – $200 Thursdays 3.30 – 4.30pm OR 4.40 – 5.40pm Maximum four students per class. Students are welcome to join the class throughout the term. Sewing machines and tools are provided in class. Topics covered include: sewing room safety identifying sewing tools and supplies getting to know the sewing machine, and how to use it. We then progress onto simple projects, which can be craft or clothing pieces. Each item we make develops sewing skills, and…
Find out more »Pick Your Own Project – September
Thursdays 3, 10, 17, 24 September, 6 – 8:30pm (four sessions) Cost: $140 Pick Your Own Project is an opportunity for you to work on a project that doesn’t fit into another class with help and support from an experienced teacher. Students select their own pattern, and work through the more complicated issues in class, from pattern alteration, to fitting, to advanced construction techniques, and fine finishes. Class sizes are limited, giving each student plenty of one-on-one time with the teacher. Sewing Level: …
Find out more »Knitting: Fingerless Mitts
Friday evenings 11, 18, 25 September 6-8.30 pm (3 sessions) Cost: $135 (includes yarn, knitting needles and darning needle) To register for the class (or to inquire about any class), please email Wendy with your name, a contact number and the name of the class you’d like to be in as the subject line. Following on from our Intro to Knitting class, expand your skills and learn how to make fingerless gloves. In this class learn: Casting on Garter stitch…
Find out more »Absolute Beginners – September
Monday evenings 7, 14, 21, 28 September 6-8.30 pm (4 nights) Cost: $150 plus $60 materials fee (which covers everything needed to make a drawstring bag, zippered cushion cover + cushion inner, and pajama pants) To register for the class (or to inquire about any class), please email Wendy with your name, a contact number and the name of the class you’d like to be in as the subject line. A class for people who haven’t sewn a stitch since school, or maybe…
Find out more »Intro to Hand Embroidery
Thursday Evenings 15, 22 September 6-8.30pm (2 sessions) Cost: $85 (includes a starter kit) To register for the class, please email Wendy with your name, a contact number and the name of the class you’d like to be in as the subject line. A class for people who would love to learn hand embroidery, but want a little help getting started. In this class we learn: an introduction to threads, needles, hoops and other useful equipment learn a selection of…
Find out more »Children’s Machine Sewing Classes
Full ten week term – $200 Thursdays 3.30 – 4.30pm OR 4.40 – 5.40pm Maximum four students per class. Students are welcome to join the class throughout the term. Sewing machines and tools are provided in class. Topics covered include: sewing room safety identifying sewing tools and supplies getting to know the sewing machine, and how to use it. We then progress onto simple projects, which can be craft or clothing pieces. Each item we make develops sewing skills, and…
Find out more »Pick Your Own Project – September
Thursdays 3, 10, 17, 24 September, 6 – 8:30pm (four sessions) Cost: $140 Pick Your Own Project is an opportunity for you to work on a project that doesn’t fit into another class with help and support from an experienced teacher. Students select their own pattern, and work through the more complicated issues in class, from pattern alteration, to fitting, to advanced construction techniques, and fine finishes. Class sizes are limited, giving each student plenty of one-on-one time with the teacher. Sewing Level: …
Find out more »Knitting: Fingerless Mitts
Friday evenings 11, 18, 25 September 6-8.30 pm (3 sessions) Cost: $135 (includes yarn, knitting needles and darning needle) To register for the class (or to inquire about any class), please email Wendy with your name, a contact number and the name of the class you’d like to be in as the subject line. Following on from our Intro to Knitting class, expand your skills and learn how to make fingerless gloves. In this class learn: Casting on Garter stitch…
Find out more »Absolute Beginners – September
Monday evenings 7, 14, 21, 28 September 6-8.30 pm (4 nights) Cost: $150 plus $60 materials fee (which covers everything needed to make a drawstring bag, zippered cushion cover + cushion inner, and pajama pants) To register for the class (or to inquire about any class), please email Wendy with your name, a contact number and the name of the class you’d like to be in as the subject line. A class for people who haven’t sewn a stitch since school, or maybe…
Find out more »Intro to Hand Embroidery
Thursday Evenings 15, 22 September 6-8.30pm (2 sessions) Cost: $85 (includes a starter kit) To register for the class, please email Wendy with your name, a contact number and the name of the class you’d like to be in as the subject line. A class for people who would love to learn hand embroidery, but want a little help getting started. In this class we learn: an introduction to threads, needles, hoops and other useful equipment learn a selection of…
Find out more »Children’s Machine Sewing Classes
Full ten week term – $200 Thursdays 3.30 – 4.30pm OR 4.40 – 5.40pm Maximum four students per class. Students are welcome to join the class throughout the term. Sewing machines and tools are provided in class. Topics covered include: sewing room safety identifying sewing tools and supplies getting to know the sewing machine, and how to use it. We then progress onto simple projects, which can be craft or clothing pieces. Each item we make develops sewing skills, and…
Find out more »Pick Your Own Project – September
Thursdays 3, 10, 17, 24 September, 6 – 8:30pm (four sessions) Cost: $140 Pick Your Own Project is an opportunity for you to work on a project that doesn’t fit into another class with help and support from an experienced teacher. Students select their own pattern, and work through the more complicated issues in class, from pattern alteration, to fitting, to advanced construction techniques, and fine finishes. Class sizes are limited, giving each student plenty of one-on-one time with the teacher. Sewing Level: …
Find out more »Knitting: Fingerless Mitts
Friday evenings 11, 18, 25 September 6-8.30 pm (3 sessions) Cost: $135 (includes yarn, knitting needles and darning needle) To register for the class (or to inquire about any class), please email Wendy with your name, a contact number and the name of the class you’d like to be in as the subject line. Following on from our Intro to Knitting class, expand your skills and learn how to make fingerless gloves. In this class learn: Casting on Garter stitch…
Find out more »Absolute Beginners – September
Monday evenings 7, 14, 21, 28 September 6-8.30 pm (4 nights) Cost: $150 plus $60 materials fee (which covers everything needed to make a drawstring bag, zippered cushion cover + cushion inner, and pajama pants) To register for the class (or to inquire about any class), please email Wendy with your name, a contact number and the name of the class you’d like to be in as the subject line. A class for people who haven’t sewn a stitch since school, or maybe…
Find out more »October 2020
Pick Your Own Project – October
Thursdays 1, 15, 22, 29 October, 6 – 8:30pm (four sessions - no class on the 8th) Cost: $140 Pick Your Own Project is an opportunity for you to work on a project that doesn’t fit into another class with help and support from an experienced teacher. Students select their own pattern, and work through the more complicated issues in class, from pattern alteration, to fitting, to advanced construction techniques, and fine finishes. Class sizes are limited, giving each student plenty of…
Find out more »Open Craft Night
Open Craft Night is on the move! We are trialing running this on a Friday evening over Winter. On the first Friday night of the month, the shop stays open late for Open Craft Night. Bring your project and work in our space at our large tables. It’s a great time to catch up with your crafty friends, work with several friends on a project, or rent our sewing machines. This is also an opportunity for students to make up…
Find out more »Working with Knit Fabrics – T Shirts
Mondays 5, 12, 19 October 6-8.30 (this is a three night class) Cost: $110 To register for the class, please email Wendy with your name, a contact number and the name of the class you’d like to be in as the subject line. T-shirts are the perfect wardrobe staple, from short sleeved tops for summer wear, to long sleeved merinos for layering in winter. Learning how to make your own T-shirts means you’ll never be stuck with T-shirts that don’t…
Find out more »Absolute Beginners – October
Tuesday evenings 6, 13, 20, 27 October 6-8.30 pm (4 nights) Cost: $150 plus $60 materials fee (which covers everything needed to make a drawstring bag, zippered cushion cover + cushion inner, and pajama pants) To register for the class (or to inquire about any class), please email Wendy with your name, a contact number and the name of the class you’d like to be in as the subject line. A class for people who haven’t sewn a stitch since school, or maybe…
Find out more »Working with Knit Fabrics – T Shirts
Mondays 5, 12, 19 October 6-8.30 (this is a three night class) Cost: $110 To register for the class, please email Wendy with your name, a contact number and the name of the class you’d like to be in as the subject line. T-shirts are the perfect wardrobe staple, from short sleeved tops for summer wear, to long sleeved merinos for layering in winter. Learning how to make your own T-shirts means you’ll never be stuck with T-shirts that don’t…
Find out more »Absolute Beginners – October
Tuesday evenings 6, 13, 20, 27 October 6-8.30 pm (4 nights) Cost: $150 plus $60 materials fee (which covers everything needed to make a drawstring bag, zippered cushion cover + cushion inner, and pajama pants) To register for the class (or to inquire about any class), please email Wendy with your name, a contact number and the name of the class you’d like to be in as the subject line. A class for people who haven’t sewn a stitch since school, or maybe…
Find out more »Children’s Machine Sewing Classes
Full nine week term – $180 Thursdays 3.30 – 4.30pm OR 4.40 – 5.40pm Maximum four students per class. Students are welcome to join the class throughout the term. Sewing machines and tools are provided in class. Topics covered include: sewing room safety identifying sewing tools and supplies getting to know the sewing machine, and how to use it. We then progress onto simple projects, which can be craft or clothing pieces. Each item we make develops sewing skills, and…
Find out more »Pick Your Own Project – October
Thursdays 1, 15, 22, 29 October, 6 – 8:30pm (four sessions - no class on the 8th) Cost: $140 Pick Your Own Project is an opportunity for you to work on a project that doesn’t fit into another class with help and support from an experienced teacher. Students select their own pattern, and work through the more complicated issues in class, from pattern alteration, to fitting, to advanced construction techniques, and fine finishes. Class sizes are limited, giving each student plenty of…
Find out more »Working with Knit Fabrics – T Shirts
Mondays 5, 12, 19 October 6-8.30 (this is a three night class) Cost: $110 To register for the class, please email Wendy with your name, a contact number and the name of the class you’d like to be in as the subject line. T-shirts are the perfect wardrobe staple, from short sleeved tops for summer wear, to long sleeved merinos for layering in winter. Learning how to make your own T-shirts means you’ll never be stuck with T-shirts that don’t…
Find out more »Absolute Beginners – October
Tuesday evenings 6, 13, 20, 27 October 6-8.30 pm (4 nights) Cost: $150 plus $60 materials fee (which covers everything needed to make a drawstring bag, zippered cushion cover + cushion inner, and pajama pants) To register for the class (or to inquire about any class), please email Wendy with your name, a contact number and the name of the class you’d like to be in as the subject line. A class for people who haven’t sewn a stitch since school, or maybe…
Find out more »Children’s Machine Sewing Classes
Full nine week term – $180 Thursdays 3.30 – 4.30pm OR 4.40 – 5.40pm Maximum four students per class. Students are welcome to join the class throughout the term. Sewing machines and tools are provided in class. Topics covered include: sewing room safety identifying sewing tools and supplies getting to know the sewing machine, and how to use it. We then progress onto simple projects, which can be craft or clothing pieces. Each item we make develops sewing skills, and…
Find out more »Pick Your Own Project – October
Thursdays 1, 15, 22, 29 October, 6 – 8:30pm (four sessions - no class on the 8th) Cost: $140 Pick Your Own Project is an opportunity for you to work on a project that doesn’t fit into another class with help and support from an experienced teacher. Students select their own pattern, and work through the more complicated issues in class, from pattern alteration, to fitting, to advanced construction techniques, and fine finishes. Class sizes are limited, giving each student plenty of…
Find out more »Absolute Beginners – October
Tuesday evenings 6, 13, 20, 27 October 6-8.30 pm (4 nights) Cost: $150 plus $60 materials fee (which covers everything needed to make a drawstring bag, zippered cushion cover + cushion inner, and pajama pants) To register for the class (or to inquire about any class), please email Wendy with your name, a contact number and the name of the class you’d like to be in as the subject line. A class for people who haven’t sewn a stitch since school, or maybe…
Find out more »Children’s Machine Sewing Classes
Full nine week term – $180 Thursdays 3.30 – 4.30pm OR 4.40 – 5.40pm Maximum four students per class. Students are welcome to join the class throughout the term. Sewing machines and tools are provided in class. Topics covered include: sewing room safety identifying sewing tools and supplies getting to know the sewing machine, and how to use it. We then progress onto simple projects, which can be craft or clothing pieces. Each item we make develops sewing skills, and…
Find out more »Pick Your Own Project – October
Thursdays 1, 15, 22, 29 October, 6 – 8:30pm (four sessions - no class on the 8th) Cost: $140 Pick Your Own Project is an opportunity for you to work on a project that doesn’t fit into another class with help and support from an experienced teacher. Students select their own pattern, and work through the more complicated issues in class, from pattern alteration, to fitting, to advanced construction techniques, and fine finishes. Class sizes are limited, giving each student plenty of…
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Working with Knit Fabrics : T-shirts
Tuesdays 3, 10, 17 November 6-8.30 (this is a three night class) Cost: $110 To register for the class, please email Wendy with your name, a contact number and the name of the class you’d like to be in as the subject line. T-shirts are the perfect wardrobe staple, from short sleeved tops for summer wear, to long sleeved merinos for layering in winter. Learning how to make your own T-shirts means you’ll never be stuck with T-shirts that don’t fit, don’t last,…
Find out more »Children’s Machine Sewing Classes
Full nine week term – $180 Thursdays 3.30 – 4.30pm OR 4.40 – 5.40pm Maximum four students per class. Students are welcome to join the class throughout the term. Sewing machines and tools are provided in class. Topics covered include: sewing room safety identifying sewing tools and supplies getting to know the sewing machine, and how to use it. We then progress onto simple projects, which can be craft or clothing pieces. Each item we make develops sewing skills, and…
Find out more »Absolute Beginners – November
Thursday evenings 5, 12, 19, 26 November 6-8.30 pm (4 nights) Cost: $150 plus $60 materials fee (which covers everything needed to make a drawstring bag, zippered cushion cover + cushion inner, and pajama pants) To register for the class (or to inquire about any class), please email Wendy with your name, a contact number and the name of the class you’d like to be in as the subject line. A class for people who haven’t sewn a stitch since school, or maybe…
Find out more »Open Craft Night
Open Craft Night is on the move! We are trialing running this on a Friday evening over Winter. On the first Friday night of the month, the shop stays open late for Open Craft Night. Bring your project and work in our space at our large tables. It’s a great time to catch up with your crafty friends, work with several friends on a project, or rent our sewing machines. This is also an opportunity for students to make up…
Find out more »Embellish your Jacket – or anything else!
This class is an event held at our shop as part of Handmade for the Holidays. You can book here Saturday 7 November 2020 9.00am - 11.00am Learn how to decorate your own garment with a combination of bought and made motifs. We'll cover layout, how to use fusibles and free motion or hand sewing to attached your designs. You should be able to complete the project in the class. Bring: - your jacket, bag, jeans or whatever you want…
Find out more »Needle Felted Christmas Decorations
This class is an event held at our shop as part of Handmade for the Holidays. You can book here Saturday 7 November 2020 2.00pm - 4.00pm Needle felting is great fun and with Ashfords new Christmas decoration kit, you can learn the technique and make gorgeous tree ornaments. We’ll make one or two in class to practise then the rest of the kit is yours to take home and complete. You’ll learn the basic techniques of needle felting while…
Find out more »Make a Fabric Lampshade – HandMade
This class is an event held at our shop as part of Handmade for the Holidays. You can book here Saturday 7 November 2020 4.00pm - 6.00pm (11.30-1.30 class sold out!) Learn how to create a professional drum lampshade. Create a 9 or 12 inch diameter lampshade in the material of your choice, ready for a place of pride in your home. Festive fabric welcome! Bring - 0.5m of cotton or linen fabric at least 110cm wide. Suitable fabrics include…
Find out more »Pick Your Own Project – November
Mondays 9, 16, 23, 30 November, 6 – 8:30pm (four sessions) Cost: $140 Pick Your Own Project is an opportunity for you to work on a project that doesn’t fit into another class with help and support from an experienced teacher. Students select their own pattern, and work through the more complicated issues in class, from pattern alteration, to fitting, to advanced construction techniques, and fine finishes. Class sizes are limited, giving each student plenty of one-on-one time with the teacher. Sewing Level: …
Find out more »Working with Knit Fabrics : T-shirts
Tuesdays 3, 10, 17 November 6-8.30 (this is a three night class) Cost: $110 To register for the class, please email Wendy with your name, a contact number and the name of the class you’d like to be in as the subject line. T-shirts are the perfect wardrobe staple, from short sleeved tops for summer wear, to long sleeved merinos for layering in winter. Learning how to make your own T-shirts means you’ll never be stuck with T-shirts that don’t fit, don’t last,…
Find out more »Children’s Machine Sewing Classes
Full nine week term – $180 Thursdays 3.30 – 4.30pm OR 4.40 – 5.40pm Maximum four students per class. Students are welcome to join the class throughout the term. Sewing machines and tools are provided in class. Topics covered include: sewing room safety identifying sewing tools and supplies getting to know the sewing machine, and how to use it. We then progress onto simple projects, which can be craft or clothing pieces. Each item we make develops sewing skills, and…
Find out more »Absolute Beginners – November
Thursday evenings 5, 12, 19, 26 November 6-8.30 pm (4 nights) Cost: $150 plus $60 materials fee (which covers everything needed to make a drawstring bag, zippered cushion cover + cushion inner, and pajama pants) To register for the class (or to inquire about any class), please email Wendy with your name, a contact number and the name of the class you’d like to be in as the subject line. A class for people who haven’t sewn a stitch since school, or maybe…
Find out more »Pick Your Own Project – Knitting
Fridays 13, 20, 27 November, 6-8:30pm (three sessions) Cost: $110 Pick Your Own Project is an opportunity for you to work on a project that doesn’t fit into another class with help and support from an experienced teacher. Students select their own pattern, and work through the more complicated issues in class. Class sizes are limited, giving each student plenty of one-on-one time with the teacher. Knitting Level: This class is suitable for those who know the basics of knitting,…
Find out more »Pick Your Own Project – November
Mondays 9, 16, 23, 30 November, 6 – 8:30pm (four sessions) Cost: $140 Pick Your Own Project is an opportunity for you to work on a project that doesn’t fit into another class with help and support from an experienced teacher. Students select their own pattern, and work through the more complicated issues in class, from pattern alteration, to fitting, to advanced construction techniques, and fine finishes. Class sizes are limited, giving each student plenty of one-on-one time with the teacher. Sewing Level: …
Find out more »Working with Knit Fabrics : T-shirts
Tuesdays 3, 10, 17 November 6-8.30 (this is a three night class) Cost: $110 To register for the class, please email Wendy with your name, a contact number and the name of the class you’d like to be in as the subject line. T-shirts are the perfect wardrobe staple, from short sleeved tops for summer wear, to long sleeved merinos for layering in winter. Learning how to make your own T-shirts means you’ll never be stuck with T-shirts that don’t fit, don’t last,…
Find out more »Children’s Machine Sewing Classes
Full nine week term – $180 Thursdays 3.30 – 4.30pm OR 4.40 – 5.40pm Maximum four students per class. Students are welcome to join the class throughout the term. Sewing machines and tools are provided in class. Topics covered include: sewing room safety identifying sewing tools and supplies getting to know the sewing machine, and how to use it. We then progress onto simple projects, which can be craft or clothing pieces. Each item we make develops sewing skills, and…
Find out more »Absolute Beginners – November
Thursday evenings 5, 12, 19, 26 November 6-8.30 pm (4 nights) Cost: $150 plus $60 materials fee (which covers everything needed to make a drawstring bag, zippered cushion cover + cushion inner, and pajama pants) To register for the class (or to inquire about any class), please email Wendy with your name, a contact number and the name of the class you’d like to be in as the subject line. A class for people who haven’t sewn a stitch since school, or maybe…
Find out more »Pick Your Own Project – Knitting
Fridays 13, 20, 27 November, 6-8:30pm (three sessions) Cost: $110 Pick Your Own Project is an opportunity for you to work on a project that doesn’t fit into another class with help and support from an experienced teacher. Students select their own pattern, and work through the more complicated issues in class. Class sizes are limited, giving each student plenty of one-on-one time with the teacher. Knitting Level: This class is suitable for those who know the basics of knitting,…
Find out more »Pick Your Own Project – November
Mondays 9, 16, 23, 30 November, 6 – 8:30pm (four sessions) Cost: $140 Pick Your Own Project is an opportunity for you to work on a project that doesn’t fit into another class with help and support from an experienced teacher. Students select their own pattern, and work through the more complicated issues in class, from pattern alteration, to fitting, to advanced construction techniques, and fine finishes. Class sizes are limited, giving each student plenty of one-on-one time with the teacher. Sewing Level: …
Find out more »Absolute Beginners – December
Tuesday evenings 24 November, 1, 8, 15 December 6-8.30 pm (4 nights) Cost: $150 plus $60 materials fee (which covers everything needed to make a drawstring bag, zippered cushion cover + cushion inner, and pajama pants) To register for the class (or to inquire about any class), please email Wendy with your name, a contact number and the name of the class you’d like to be in as the subject line. A class for people who haven’t sewn a stitch since school, or…
Find out more »Children’s Machine Sewing Classes
Full nine week term – $180 Thursdays 3.30 – 4.30pm OR 4.40 – 5.40pm Maximum four students per class. Students are welcome to join the class throughout the term. Sewing machines and tools are provided in class. Topics covered include: sewing room safety identifying sewing tools and supplies getting to know the sewing machine, and how to use it. We then progress onto simple projects, which can be craft or clothing pieces. Each item we make develops sewing skills, and…
Find out more »Absolute Beginners – November
Thursday evenings 5, 12, 19, 26 November 6-8.30 pm (4 nights) Cost: $150 plus $60 materials fee (which covers everything needed to make a drawstring bag, zippered cushion cover + cushion inner, and pajama pants) To register for the class (or to inquire about any class), please email Wendy with your name, a contact number and the name of the class you’d like to be in as the subject line. A class for people who haven’t sewn a stitch since school, or maybe…
Find out more »Pick Your Own Project – Knitting
Fridays 13, 20, 27 November, 6-8:30pm (three sessions) Cost: $110 Pick Your Own Project is an opportunity for you to work on a project that doesn’t fit into another class with help and support from an experienced teacher. Students select their own pattern, and work through the more complicated issues in class. Class sizes are limited, giving each student plenty of one-on-one time with the teacher. Knitting Level: This class is suitable for those who know the basics of knitting,…
Find out more »Pick Your Own Project – November
Mondays 9, 16, 23, 30 November, 6 – 8:30pm (four sessions) Cost: $140 Pick Your Own Project is an opportunity for you to work on a project that doesn’t fit into another class with help and support from an experienced teacher. Students select their own pattern, and work through the more complicated issues in class, from pattern alteration, to fitting, to advanced construction techniques, and fine finishes. Class sizes are limited, giving each student plenty of one-on-one time with the teacher. Sewing Level: …
Find out more »December 2020
Absolute Beginners – December
Tuesday evenings 24 November, 1, 8, 15 December 6-8.30 pm (4 nights) Cost: $150 plus $60 materials fee (which covers everything needed to make a drawstring bag, zippered cushion cover + cushion inner, and pajama pants) To register for the class (or to inquire about any class), please email Wendy with your name, a contact number and the name of the class you’d like to be in as the subject line. A class for people who haven’t sewn a stitch since school, or…
Find out more »Children’s Machine Sewing Classes
Full nine week term – $180 Thursdays 3.30 – 4.30pm OR 4.40 – 5.40pm Maximum four students per class. Students are welcome to join the class throughout the term. Sewing machines and tools are provided in class. Topics covered include: sewing room safety identifying sewing tools and supplies getting to know the sewing machine, and how to use it. We then progress onto simple projects, which can be craft or clothing pieces. Each item we make develops sewing skills, and…
Find out more »Absolute Beginners – December
Tuesday evenings 24 November, 1, 8, 15 December 6-8.30 pm (4 nights) Cost: $150 plus $60 materials fee (which covers everything needed to make a drawstring bag, zippered cushion cover + cushion inner, and pajama pants) To register for the class (or to inquire about any class), please email Wendy with your name, a contact number and the name of the class you’d like to be in as the subject line. A class for people who haven’t sewn a stitch since school, or…
Find out more »Children’s Machine Sewing Classes
Full nine week term – $180 Thursdays 3.30 – 4.30pm OR 4.40 – 5.40pm Maximum four students per class. Students are welcome to join the class throughout the term. Sewing machines and tools are provided in class. Topics covered include: sewing room safety identifying sewing tools and supplies getting to know the sewing machine, and how to use it. We then progress onto simple projects, which can be craft or clothing pieces. Each item we make develops sewing skills, and…
Find out more »Make a Lampshade – am Dec 2020
Saturday 12 December 2020 10.30am-1pm $100 Come find out how easy it is to make your own lampshades. We’ll be making a 9" (23cm) or 12″(30cm) diameter straight-sided round lampshade. All you need to bring is 0.5m of a 112cm or wider fashion fabric (or buy it from us for as little as $7), we provide the rest. You don’t need any sewing or interior decorating experience. The tuition fee is $100, which includes all of the frame and construction…
Find out more »Absolute Beginners – December
Tuesday evenings 24 November, 1, 8, 15 December 6-8.30 pm (4 nights) Cost: $150 plus $60 materials fee (which covers everything needed to make a drawstring bag, zippered cushion cover + cushion inner, and pajama pants) To register for the class (or to inquire about any class), please email Wendy with your name, a contact number and the name of the class you’d like to be in as the subject line. A class for people who haven’t sewn a stitch since school, or…
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