Six Week Beginners Sewing Machine Classes in Milton Keynes

Welcome to the Six Week Beginners Sewing Machine Classes in Milton Keynes!

Come join us at Westbury Arts Centre starting on Tue May 27, 2025 at 7:00 PM for a fun and interactive sewing experience. Whether you’re a complete novice or looking to brush up on your skills, these classes are perfect for you!

Spaces are limited, so make sure to secure your spot today. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to learn a new skill and have a great time doing it!

Who is this course for?

Are you feeling frustrated with your sewing machine? Keen to start sewing for yourself and your family? If so, this course is perfect for you! Whether you’re a total beginner or someone looking to build sewing confidence, this course will guide you every step of the way.

Over six weeks, you’ll create six beautiful and practical items using quality fabrics designed and carefully selected by Steph. Each week, you’ll leave with a finished item to proudly show your friends and family.

This course is all about embracing creativity, letting go of perfectionism, and enjoying the joy of making. With over 35 years of sewing experience, Steph is passionate about sharing her knowledge and love for crafting. Join her to learn, create, and grow.

What does Steph provide?

• Guidance – Steph will be there to support you every step of the way.
• Six Kits Worth Over £60 – Each week, you’ll receive a kit containing all the materials you need for that week’s project: fabrics, ribbons, stuffing, buttons, and more. Everything is prepared and ready for you when you arrive.
• Hints and Tips – Valuable insights to help improve your sewing skills.
• And so much more!

In addition to your finished projects, you’ll also learn essential skills such as:

• Threading your sewing machine
• Winding and inserting a bobbin
• Feeding fabric through the machine
• Sewing in a straight line, changing direction, and reverse stitching
• Troubleshooting common sewing machine issues

What happens each week?

• 7:00 PM – Class arrives; tea and coffee are served (available throughout the evening).
• 7:15 PM – Steph introduces the evening’s project and demonstrates each step before you begin.

Project Timeline

Week 1 – 27th May: Drawstring Bag
Learn essential sewing machine skills including threading, bobbin winding, and basic stitching. You’ll practice on scrap fabric before creating a lovely drawstring bag.

Week 2 – 3rd June: Reversible Tote Bag
Focus on sewing in straight lines and making handles while creating a stylish and practical tote bag.

Week 3 – 10th June: Fun Hen Doorstop
Develop skills in creating 3D shapes, stuffing, and adding applique details.

No class on the 16th June

Week 4 – 24th June: Patchwork Mat
Learn beginner patchwork techniques to create a charming mat.

Week 5 – 1st July: Zip Pouch
Master the technique of inserting a zip while making a handy zip pouch.

Week 6 – 8th July: Cushion Cover with Buttonhole
Conclude the course by learning how to sew a neat buttonhole while creating a stylish cushion cover.

Yes! You WILL make six things in six weeks, even as a beginner!

Don’t worry if it sounds overwhelming. Steph has carefully chosen simple yet rewarding projects to ensure your success. She’s committed to guiding you every step of the way and will demonstrate techniques as often as needed. Plus, troubleshooting tips will help you stay confident throughout the course.

Past attendees leave Steph’s classes feeling happy, proud, and excited to showcase their completed projects each week. Don’t miss out!

What to Bring

• Sewing machine (please ensure it’s working; rental machines may be available upon request – contact Steph to confirm)
• Pencil and pen
• Notebook
• Hand sewing needles and pins
• Thread (white will work for most projects, but feel free to bring other colors)
• Sharp scissors (ideally one small pair and one large pair for cutting fabric)

Refreshments

Tea and coffee are provided.

Parking

There is ample free parking at Westbury.

Join us for a fun, creative, and rewarding experience!

Testimonials

“I am attending the beginners learn to sew with a machine class that Steph runs. It is fantastic and I highly recommend it. After three weeks of this class, I am able to sew a drawstring bag, a reversible tote bag and a cushion cover with button fastening. I never thought I would be able to do that! After three years of school needlework lessons, I couldn’t make anything!! Steph breaks everything down into simple steps and is so relaxed and patient that even a complete beginner like me can do it! I can’t wait for the next lesson”. Diane

“Steph is a great teacher, she gives you lots of practical and hands on activities where you actually produce something creative at the end of it! Through her sewing classes she has really inspired me to learn more. Steph’s own designs are fun, colourful and modern, sometimes thought provoking. She likes to move with the times, but her designs remain true to her style”. Jenni

Confidence building fun class with the added bonus of making something different each week – Claire

Friendly, relaxed and inspiring! Easy to follow instructions with some great projects to take home – Diane

The beginners classes are great. Steph is very knowledgeable and patient with all my questions. I enjoyed completing a project each week too – Kate

Excellent step on my sewing journey. Thanks Steph – Michel

This class was everything you could ask for as a beginner. I’m so happy I joined it. It was very fantastic – Tracy

The beginners sewing class with Steph was thoroughly enjoyable. You learn all the basics which enabled me to go away to experiment and work on several projects on my own. We arrived on day 1 total strangers and became sewing buddies by the second lesson. I would highly recommend and will be looking forward to future workshops with Steph – Celeste

This class was everything you could ask for as a beginner. I’m so happy I joined it. It was very fantastic – Tracy

Steph helped me kickstart my love of sewing. She’s enthusiastic, encouraging and helpful at every step. Claire

I’ve had a great time. Thank you so much. Monica

Fab course, fab instructor, fab venue. Cuppa tea greatly received each week. Great group of girls too! Justine

I still love using all the skills I learnt from my course with you in 2019! Last weekend I made a custom cushion for my cat carrier, using offcuts of fabric and ribbon ties I salvaged from Christmas crackers 🤓 At least the cats will be visiting the vets in style next time they go