Improvers Machine Sewing
A 3-week machine sewing course to improve existing skills
Available spots
Course description
A 3 week evening course to follow on from our Beginner Machine Sewing course or for anyone who wishes to improve on existing skills and build more confidence using a sewing machine. On this course you'll learn patchwork techniques whilst making your own cushion cover along with learning how to insert a zipper into your cover. During the second project you'll be taught quilting techniques and how to make and sew bias binding. You'll have the choice to make a quilted table runner or a pair of quilted oven gloves. PLEASE NOTE: You do not need to have completed our Beginner Machine Sewing course but we do require you to have a basic level of skill and confidence using a sewing machine, including threading and setting up your machine. Finish the course with greater confidence and knowledge of machine sewing techniques and leave with two lovely finished pieces to take home. You will learn: - Creating a patchwork design - Cutting fabric from a pattern - Using a zipper foot and inserting a zip into a cushion cover - Quilting techniques - How to sew binding - General troubleshooting - Achieving a professional finish WHAT'S INCLUDED? We provide zips and basic fabrics for the cushion cover and table runner, although if you would like a specific fabric please bring your own. Sewing machines and accessories provided but you are welcome to bring your own. This course is run over 3 weekday evenings from 7-9:15pm at our location in Staple Hill. Maximum 7 students each with separate work benches.
Upcoming Sessions
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations by Creative Space: • In the event we need to cancel the course or workshop for whatever reason you will be offered a full refund or the option to transfer to another date free of charge. Cancellations by the attendee: • For courses booked and paid directly through Creative Space a refund of 85% will be given up to 14 days prior to the course start date. The fee is to allow for admin and payment processing costs. If a student cancels within 14 days we are unable to offer a refund. • If your circumstances change e.g. due to work commitments, childcare issues, moving away etc. a refund will not be given within 14 days of the workshop. • We consider all requests on an individual basis, depending on the circumstances. Rescheduling: • You may transfer to another course or workshop up to 14 days before the start date. We cannot offer any date changes within 14 days of the start date. ​ • If your circumstances change e.g. due to work commitments, childcare issues, moving away etc. we cannot offer a date change within 14 days of the workshop. • If you have rescheduled your booking you will not be eligible for another date change or refund Please refer to our full Terms & Conditions on our website: https://www.creativespacebristol.co.uk/term-conditions
Contact Details
0117 427 0907
hello@creativespacebristol.co.uk
39 High Street, Bristol BS16 5HD, UK