Our Beginner Sewing Lessons offer the perfect introduction to this valuable life skill, all while fostering creativity and fun! Whether you’re a complete beginner or just need a refresher to boost your skills, this course is tailored to meet your needs.
Bring your own sewing machine or use one of ours and enjoy learning in a relaxed, small-group setting. In this Beginner’s Sewing Course, you’ll build confidence in:
By the end of the course, you’ll have created a complete garment showcasing all the skills you’ve learned—ready to wear and proudly show off!
This course will teach you sewing basics and get you well on your way to creating beautiful handmade items for yourself and your loved ones.
All of the above can be purchased from Bronnie on the first day.
We are thrilled that our sewing room has been moved to reception level this year!
See you at the sewing table!
Note: Some of these may not be required, depending on the garment you are making. If you already have some sewing equipment, please bring it along to the first lesson. The tutor will check to see if your equipment is suitable. If you do not have equipment, do not buy it until the tutor has showed you the recommended products. This will avoid incorrect equipment being purchased.
You must bring your equipment to each lesson.
Bronnie Zervos:
Bronnie started crafting as a way to practice mindfulness and create time for herself in a busy world. Her journey started with sewing cushions and beach bags which proved to be very popular. Bronnie”s real passion is inspiring others to get creative and enjoy making their own projects. Bronnie believes everybody has a creative side!
Patterns
Please choose a commercial pattern eg Butterick, McCalls ,Simplicity, Burda easy, or New Look. It is recommended that you purchase an elasticized waist pants (pyjama type) pattern, or a simple straight or A-line skirt pattern.
Please note: Paper patterns are multi sized. Using a tape measure, you will need to take your measurements then check the measurements on the pattern to ensure you are buying the right sized pattern. If you are unsure please ask the shop assistant to help measure you or ask your tutor in the first lesson.
Fabrics
The reverse of your pattern envelope will tell you how much fabric you need to buy. We recommend choosing a cotton, rayon or linen fabric for the first garment. N.B. Avoid stripes, checks, velvets, soft sheer fabrics, and stretch knit fabrics. Please ask the shop assistant to help you with the fabric choice and quantity.
You need to pre shrink your fabric prior to cutting it. Please wash and dry your fabric before your first lesson.
Threads
Please buy at least two 100m-200m spools of quality 120 spun polyester dressmaking thread to match your fabric color. Choose thread brands such as Rasant, Coats Astra, Metrosene or Gutterman.
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 want to bring your own machines to class please also bring the instruction manuals, foot control, and accessories.
Our sewing lessons are a great introduction to this life skill whilst having a lot of creative fun along the way. It’s perfect for both absolute beginners and a refresher course for those who haven’t sewed in a while or want to increase their skills and knowledge.
You will learn:
At the end of this class, you will take home your own handmade item, a bag and a basic piece if handmade clothing!
This course is delivered once a week over a period of 4 to 5weeks.
Below are our available intakes to the General Sewing – Beginners. Select the intake you wish to enrol into and complete the Online Enrolment Form
| Name | Date | Time | Location | Spaces | Cost | |
| General Sewing - Beginners - Wed 1.30PM - 4.30PM Trainer: Bronnie Zervos | 7 May - 11 June 2025 | 01:30 pm - 04:30 pm | NBMC Brookvale Campus | 8 | $393.00 |
If you have any questions related to the General Sewing – Beginners please enquire here. Alternatively you can email one of our course-cordinators here
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