General Sewing: Beginner and Intermediate One Day Workshop

From Fabric to Fashion: A 6-Hour Sewing Workshop for Beginners and Intermediates

Are you ready to unleash your creativity and embark on a sewing journey from scratch to a finished project? Join us for a fun and informative 6-hour sewing workshop suitable for both beginners and intermediate sewers. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll engage in group learning learning essential sewing skills, gain confidence in using a sewing machine, and create a beautiful, functional project with 1on1 guidance of our experienced instructor. The College will provide sewing machines onsite if needed, and overlockers during class time.

*Please note you do not need to have an over locker machine for this course*

Please Bring:

Your pattern, fabric, sewing thread, tape measure, scissors, box of dressmaking pins, pen and notepad to the class.
If you already have some sewing equipment, please bring it along to the first lesson.
This may include:
• dressmaking scissors, paper scissors, small seam trimming scissors (clippers)
• pins – recommended is a box of pearl head or glass head pins (minimum 150 pins)
• tape measure
• magnetic pin dish or magnet to keep the pins safe
• pressing cloth
• tailors chalk and/or friction pen
• sewing gauge
• bodkins or safety pins (3 psc – different sizes)
• machine needles – 1 pack of 5- Recommending: Schmetz mixed size pack of 5: size:70,80, 90 Universal Needle.
• bobbins
• seam ripper/ stitch unpicker
Note: Some of these may not be required, depending on the garment you are making.

Sewing machines

You do not need to own a sewing machine or overlocker for use in class, as the college provides Bernina sewing machines and overlockers. If you wish to bring your own machine to class to learn more about it and become more comfortable please also bring the instruction manuals, foot control, and accessories.

About the Trainer

With over 20 years of experience in the Australian fashion industry, Pippa May brings a deep and diverse knowledge of garment construction and design. Her background spans from small fashion businesses to some of the country’s most prestigious fashion houses.

Pippa’s expertise covers a wide range of techniques—from couture finishing and tailoring to working with leather, swimwear, and specialty fabrics. In her classes, she shares practical methods for construction, guides you in selecting suitable materials, and offers tailored advice for correcting fit and refining your sewing skills.

Known for her easygoing communication style and sharp eye for detail, Pippa combines a love for textiles with a results-driven teaching approach. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to level up your skills, you’ll benefit from her supportive, hands-on guidance.