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Young Makers — 4‑Week Sewing CoursePerfect for ages 9–12 • 1 hour 45 mins per week on 4 consecutive Fridays • All materials included.
DATES - Jan 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th. Fridays - 4.30 - 6.15pm
Give your child the confidence to sew, create, and make useful projects they’ll be proud of. Over four weeks, they’ll learn how to use a sewing machine safely, sew straight lines, install a zip, sew curves, and follow simple pattern pieces — all while completing a finished project every single week.
This course is designed for beginners and returners. Children can bring their own machine or borrow one in the studio.
⭐ What they’ll make
Your child will complete four projects across the block:
Week 1 — Scrunchies
A confidence‑building first project focused on straight‑line sewing.
Week 2 — Pencil Roll
Lots of straight‑line practice to build neatness and control. Includes adding personalisation using a heat transfer application.
Week 3 — Zipped Bag with Box Corners
A useful bag introducing zips and shaping.
Week 4 — Apron
Curves, seams, straps and a pocket — a brilliant final project for the kitchen or craft table.
⭐ What they’ll learn
Threading and using a sewing machine
Straight‑line sewing and seam allowance
Measuring and marking
Installing a zip
Box corners
Sewing curves
Following simple pattern pieces
Finishing techniques
Every week ends with a completed project they can take home.
⭐ Course Details
4‑week block
1.45 hours per week
£100 for the full course
4 children per group
All materials included
Bring or borrow a machine
Held at Olganna Sew & Create, 262 Shaw Road, Royton, OL2 6NZ
Parking at High Barn Street (OL2 6RW), a short walk over the crossing to the studio.
⭐ Who this course is for
Complete beginners aged 9 - 12
Anyone who has sewn with me before
Creative kids who love making things
Anyone who wants a fun, confidence‑boosting weekly activity
⭐ What’s included
All fabrics, thread, zips, trims and HVT initials
Use of studio machines (if needed)
Step‑by‑step guidance
A finished project every week
A “Young Maker Certificate” at the end of the course
⭐ How to book
Spaces are limited to 4 per group to ensure plenty of support and attention.
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