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Beginners Get to Grips With Your Sewing Machine

Clever Sue!

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Description

I am City & Guilds trained and qualified in soft furnishing making and hold Level 3 Award in Adult Education & Training. If you have never used a sewing machine before, or perhaps it was so long ago that you have forgotten what to do, this workshop starts at the beginning and will take the frustration out of setting up and using a sewing machine. You will learn all the basic sewing skills that are key when progressing on to make your own soft furnishing projects. This workshop can be completed prior to any of my other soft furnishing classes, on the same day.

What's included in the price?

You will receive a warm welcome. You can bring your own machine along, or you are most welcome to use one of mine.

Duration

1½ hours

Cancellation policy

Easy - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 2 weeks before the course starts

Maker

Make For Home

with Craft Courses since 2016

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Suitable for

Adults
Seniors
Teenagers
Suitable for beginners
Intermediate level
Advanced/pro level

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Venue

12 Romford Road, Ashton on Mersey, Sale, Greater Manchester, M33 5GS

Reviews

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27 Feb 23'

Jo Aherne reviewed: Machine made lined curtains

"I had such an enjoyable and informative day learning how to make machine made curtains with Janet. I was a complete beginner and Janet took the time to explain how to set up the machine and how to sew straight. I was given the opportunity to practise sewing and received lots of great instruction, tips and feed back. After building up my confidence Janet then moved me onto making the curtains. There is a lot to learn and I was given really detailed notes to take away with me that broke everything down into really manageable steps. I was guided through all theses steps and Janet was there to help and guide me throughout. By the end of the session I had managed to make myself a lined curtain! Janet also gave me some very good advice on some curtains that I was planning to make. The lesson was really relaxed and Janet is really good fun and very experienced. I am so glad I did this course on a one to one, as I do not think that could have learned so much in a group lesson. I will definitely be back to do one of her other courses once I have mastered the lined curtains."

8 Jan 23'

Gill reviewed: Machine Made Roman Blinds

"The Roman blind making course was great. Janet is very knowledgeable and an excellent teacher. I’m very pleased with the sample blind I made and confident that I can now make some lovely furnishings for my home and for friends - a really enjoyable day, thank you, Janet."

29 Oct 22'

Sandra Wainwright reviewed: Machine made lined curtains

"What a lovely, amazing lady/teacher. I was quite nervous arriving as a complete novice and worried I was going to make a complete show of myself! I had no need to worry. Janet put me at ease as soon as I arrived. She felt like an old friend. She was so patient and explained everything in a way I understood. She provided all the equipment required and because I took my new sewing machine she checked it over and explained everything. Today she has sent me the instructions from the day together with an essential equipment list, which is invaluabIe. I learnt so much and Janet has given me the confidence to just have a go. Thank you for the most incredible day. If anyone is thinking of doing this - DO IT - it is well worth the money. Thank you Janet. Can't wait to get started!"

1 Jul 22'

JoC reviewed: Machine made lined curtains

"Janet was an excellent teacher im going to do more. She made it simple to understand"

24 Apr 22'

Faerie reviewed: Beginners Get to Grips With Your Sewing Machine

"Janet was really skilled and knowledgeable and made me very welcome. I am a total novice but left feeling more confident and I definitely learned a lot. Fun and informative, what more could I ask for? My sewing machine is now my friend."

29 Mar 22'

Joe reviewed: Machine made lined curtains

"What a brilliant experience, Janet was an excellent teacher and was very patient with me as a complete novice. I would recommend Janet without hesitation."

14 Mar 22'

Julie reviewed: Machine made lined curtains

"Janet is a fantastic teacher and the 1-2-1 blind making class is brilliant. She is very patient and also provides handy tips along the way. Highly recommended."

31 Jan 22'

Jane C Evans reviewed: Machine made lined curtains

"I’ve just spent a lovely two and a half days with Janet doing a combination of her soft furnishings courses. I had a fantastic time, Janet is an excellent teacher and really knows her stuff. From my first enquiry, all the pre arrival info and throughout the course she was patient and helpful. I had great fun and learnt so much. A real treat!"

1 Jan 22'

NAJ reviewed: Machine made lined curtains

"Janet was very helpful from the initial call to the execution of the course. Was very thorough and knowledgeable yet patient at the same time. Would definitely recommend to others and we will for sure be using her services going forward. Thank you."

11 Dec 21'

Catherine reviewed: Machine made lined curtains

"A great day learning how to make curtains with Janet. She was really welcoming and explained how we were going to approach each part of the project. Janet gave plenty of notes to follow to complete the curtain and to take home plus lots of ideas and insights. Would highly recommend to anyone wanting to learn how to make curtains."

14 Sep 21'

Margaret Green reviewed: Machine made lined curtains

"I have completed a 1:1 session with Janet to learn how to use my new sewing machine and then more recently I completed a 1:1 day making a full set of lined curtains for my bedroom. I have wanted to do this for many years and Janet was both professional and knowledgeable. I was quite nervous and doubtful of my abilities but she explained and demonstrated things very well and has increased my confidence and my passion to continue to develop my skills. She is also very easy to get along with; so the day was great. Not forgetting the lovely, lovely lunch. Thanks Janet- I will be in touch to complete the roman blind course once i make a few sets of curtains xx"

7 Aug 21'

Lizzy reviewed: Beginners Get to Grips With Your Sewing Machine

"I attended a one-to-one tutorial with Janet to get to grips with my sewing machine that has been left untouched for years!!! Janet was so welcoming and I immediately felt at ease. She talked me through all the basics of setting up, different stitches and footers and gave lots of useful advice for future projects I have in mind. I was so nervous and full of self doubt prior to the tutorial but Janet has now given me the knowledge and confidence to have a go and keep going! Added bonus that we had a good laugh too! 100% recommend. Thank you Janet X"

15 Jul 21'

Karen Doyle reviewed: Machine Made Roman Blinds

"I really enjoyed the roman blind course and the step by step approach was perfect. Janet was really lovely and helpful. I can't wait to have a go at my first one."

3 Jul 21'

Kirsten Hinds reviewed: Machine made lined curtains

"I have just completed the beginners 1 to 1 tuition and the machine made Roman blind courses. Janet is a complete professional. She explains everything clearly and has the patience of a saint! The course has left me feeling confident to start making my own blinds and also hungry for more. I'm definitely going to book on another course to further my skills. Thank you Janet."

22 Mar 20'

Elizabeth Nuttall reviewed: Machine made lined curtains

"A fabulous course which has given me the confidence to have a go at making curtains and blinds for the first time. Janet is brilliant and explains everything clearly and at a comfortable pace. Plus a lovely lunch too. I would highly recommend!"

10 Mar 20'

Yvonne Jones reviewed: Machine made lined curtains

"Had a lovely morning with the lovely, knowledgeable Janet. Was made to feel at ease from the moment I stepped through the door. Feel confident now in having a go at making my own machine made curtains. I would definitely recommend this course"

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Reviews

Jo Aherne reviewed: Machine made lined curtains

Gill reviewed: Machine Made Roman Blinds

Sandra Wainwright reviewed: Machine made lined curtains

JoC reviewed: Machine made lined curtains

Faerie reviewed: Beginners Get to Grips With Your Sewing Machine

Joe reviewed: Machine made lined curtains

Julie reviewed: Machine made lined curtains

Jane C Evans reviewed: Machine made lined curtains

NAJ reviewed: Machine made lined curtains

Catherine reviewed: Machine made lined curtains

Margaret Green reviewed: Machine made lined curtains

Lizzy reviewed: Beginners Get to Grips With Your Sewing Machine

Karen Doyle reviewed: Machine Made Roman Blinds

Kirsten Hinds reviewed: Machine made lined curtains

Elizabeth Nuttall reviewed: Machine made lined curtains

Yvonne Jones reviewed: Machine made lined curtains

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