Name: Beginner Sewing with Cabbage Rose
Start: 2026-03-28T10:00:00+00:00
End: 2026-03-28T16:30:00+00:00
Location: Foxlowe Arts Centre

Description:
In this workshop you will learn basic sewing skills to enable you to work on projects at home.
We will cover a variety of simple sewing exercises on sample pieces building up a sample file for you to keep and use as a reference.
Threading your machine, needles and feet, measuring and pattern reading, cutting and pining, straight seams, decorative seams, seam allowances and seam finishes, mastering corners and curves, inserting a zip, adding a pocket, working with bias binding, working with shirring elastic, introduction to jersey fabrics, working with batting, and basic applique.
You will then design a reversible tote bag using the skills you have learnt with the opportunity to add additional details you have learnt during the day.
Other:
All materials, equipment, and sewing machines are provided.
Refreshments will be available throughout the day and lunch will be provided by The Foxlowe Café.
Skills level:
Suitable for beginners
Date:
28th March 2026
Time:
10am - 4:30pm
Cost:
£75