Start your sewing journey with this beginner-friendly course designed for those with little to no experience. Whether you're just starting or looking to refresh basic sewing skills, you'll gain the confidence to sew at home through practical hands-on lessons.
You’ll learn to use a sewing machine, understand commercial patterns, and explore various seams, hem finishes, and fabric types. The course also includes three rewarding projects: a pincushion, a lined zippered pouch, and a pair of cotton pillowcases. By the end, you’ll build lifelong skills and solid sewing habits in a supportive environment.
Course Outline
- Session 1: Sewing machine introduction, setup, speed control, and maintenance
- Session 2: Learning six types of seams and hem finishes
- Session 3: Constructing two pocket styles
- Session 4: Reading patterns and handling different fabrics
- Sessions 5 & 6: Completing pillowcases and a zippered pouch project
Schedule & Pricing
- Evening course: 6 weeks, one session per week
- Daytime course: 3 weeks, 2 sessions per week
- Class Fee: $609
Additional Information
- Course notes will be sent via email a week before
- Additional materials for projects to be purchased during the course
- 30-minute lunch break for full-day classes at nearby cafes or bring your own
- Please wear closed-in shoes
- 2nd floor location, not wheelchair accessible
You will learn
- Confidently operate and maintain a sewing machine
- Use and interpret basic commercial sewing patterns
- Sew simple home and fashion accessories
You will get
- Complete three beginner sewing projects
- Hands-on sessions with expert guidance
- Printed course notes and access to sewing machines
Appropriate for
Absolute beginners or those with limited sewing experience
What to bring
- 50cm calico, quilting pins, two reels of colored thread
- 8” nylon zip, scissors, tape measure, notebook & pen
- Optional: your own sewing machine and accessories
What to wear
Enclosed shoes
Sydney Community College
38 reviewsSydney Community College is a registered charity with a voluntary Board of Directors.
The College has a mission to offer innovative continuing adult education and training programmes that support individual efforts and facilitate sustainable social change.
We do this by:
- Providing quality continuing adult education opportunities for people to build practical and theoretical skills and develop knowledge;
- Leveraging from and developing community capacity and inclusivity;
- Developing innovative affordable and accessible skills training programmes;
- Partnering with like organisations to deliver learning opportunities for disadvantaged individuals and communities;
- Partnering with all levels of government to deliver education policy objectives.
Cancellations & Refunds
If the organiser cancels the class:
You are entitled to a full refund.
If you can't attend the class:
You’re welcome to send someone in your place.
OR
- A refund can be requested 10 days before class starts. An admin fee of AU$45.00 applies.
Terms & Conditions
At Sydney Community College, we know that plans can change unexpectedly. Whether it’s a shift in your schedule, a family emergency, or just a change of heart, we want to support you in the fairest way possible.
At the same time, we’re a not-for-profit organisation that commits resources to running each class—so last-minute cancellations can significantly impact our ability to offer quality, affordable programs.
That’s why we’ve created a simple, transparent policy that balances your need for flexibility with our need to plan and deliver courses sustainably. Our cancellation policy offers two clear options, depending on when you notify us:
Cancel More Than 10 Days Before the Course Starts – You can choose to receive a full refund, minus a $45 administration fee OR a non-refundable credit note valid for 12 months for the full value you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College.
Option 2: Cancel Within 10 Days of the Course Starting - You’ll receive a credit note valid for 12 months for 50% of the course fee you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College.
Please note that both refund and credit options are only available before the course begins. Once the course has started—or if you decide to withdraw after it has commenced—no refunds or credits can be issued. If you need to cancel your enrolment, just email us and we’ll take care of it based on the timelines above.
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