Proud to be an Industry Partner of the Australian Sewing Guild
Kurui Cottage Stitching Studio
Helping You Learn to Sew!
Your first step to learn how to sew well ...
Next Classes Begins:
Wednesday January 29th, 2024; 9.00 - 11.30am
Sewing FUNdamentals is a course suitable for absolute beginners or those returning to sewing who are looking for a refresher.
Five x two and a half hour sessions (12.5 hours total)
$240 per person
No pre-requisite
- cut & sew beginner level projects - learn lots of beginner level skills & techniques
- gain confidence in how to get the best from a sewing machine
- make good fabric and pattern choices
- learn basic fitting techniques
- learn lots of invaluable little tips and tricks to help you on your sewing journey
Sewing FUNdamentals - Next Steps (Advanced Beginner level)
Your next step in learning how to sew well ...
Next Classes Begin:
Term 1 2025, tickets not yet on sale
Five x two and a half hour sessions (12.5 hours total)
$240 per person
No pre-requisite
Sewing FUNdamentals - Next Steps is a course suitable for those who have completed our beginner level class, or have some experience sewing but want to extend their garment-making knowledge
In this class we will work together to sew a garment of your choice. Along the way you will learn:
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How to select sewing patterns & fabric to suit your project
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Pattern terminology and how to make sense of instructions
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Measuring, fitting and sewing techniques
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Step by step garment construction
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Tips & tricks to help you conquer your sewing goals
We start with an optional visit to a fabric store so you can learn to navigate the basics of sewing pattern, textiles, haberdashery and how to make good choices (which can be daunting for learners!). If all students are confident sourcing sewing supplies, we can skip this ad start working on your projects in week one.
You will choose your project, pattern and fabrics then work through the sewing construction with guidance every step of the way. You can bring your own sewing machine if you prefer, or learn on one of our lovely computerised machines.
Sewing FUNdamentals - Sewing Machine Basics
Next Class Begins:
January 18th, 2025, 1.00pm
Also available on demand during any Sit & Stitch session
One session (2.5 hours total)
$40 per person
No pre-requisite
Got yourself a sewing machine, but not sure where to start? Join us for a sewing machine orientation session ...
Whether you have just bought a new machine, inherited an old one from Granny, or just dusted off the one from the back of your wardrobe - this course is for you!
Join us for this hands on orientation session (approximately 1-2 hours) where we'll set up you and your machine and then explore it's settings and functions - including what all those presser feet are for! You'll also learn basic maintenance skills to ensure you continue to get the best out of your machine in the future.
Once we've finished your machine orientation, you are welcome to spend the rest of the studio time sewing.
This course is suitable for absolute beginners who would like to know how to use a sewing machine.
Sewing FUNdamentals - Introduction to Overlocking
Next Class Begins:
February 1, 2025; 1.00pm
Also available in demand during any Sit & Stitch session
One session (2.5 hours total)
$40 per person
No pre-requisite
Got yourself an overlocker, but not sure where to start?
Join us for this hands on orientation session (approximately an hour) where we'll set up you and your overlocker and then explore it's settings and functions - including threading tips!
You'll also learn basic maintenance skills to ensure you continue to get the best out of your machine in the future.
Once we've finished your orientation session, you are welcome to spend the rest of the studio time sewing or practicing your overlocking skills
Sewing FUNdamentals - Learn to Sew (Beginner level)