LEARN TO SEW 1

Students in Learn to Sew 1 are wearing the headbands they just sewed themselves, while using patterns to trace and cut throw pillows, which they are about to sew.
Headbands that students just made in Learn to Sew 1. This is the first project we teach students to sew. Colours are pink with starbusts (Tula Pink fabric) and black and white check, a mustard and black pattern, another Tula Pink Tent Stripe with tur
Two students smiling, showing off the throw pillows they just made in a leopard and jungle print fabric and a Tula Pink Tent Stripe fabric.
Drawstring Bags that students just learned to sew. Fabrics are shades of yellow, and green, florals and vintage inspired prints.

We believe sewing is magical, empowering, & rewarding!


If you’ve been wanting to learn how to sew, this is the course to get you started. You’ll learn the basics of fabric, tools, machine operation and make 3 projects:

  • Knotted Headband

  • Pillow

  • Drawstring bag

With the skills, techniques and confidence you learn, you’ll be able to make dozens of different projects on your own. This is also the foundation you need to move on to clothing, quilts, lingerie, bags, etc.!

Learn how to:

  • Identify different fabric types

  • Thread + operate sewing machine

  • Mark + cut fabric

  • Doublefold hem

  • Finish a raw edge w/ zigzag

  • Fix a mistake

  • Encase elastic

  • Turn a perfectly pointy corner

  • Insert a drawstring

Skill Level: No experience necessary, total beginners welcome! If you know a little but want to solidify foundational skills, this is also the class for you.

Class Size: 6 people

How Long: 8 hours total, split into 2, 3, or 4 classes.

Where: The Neon Needle Studio @ Bloor + Christie (647A Bloor Street West)

Cost: $400 + HST Includes ALL materials & pillow insert

UPCOMING DATES:

Tuesdays, July 8, 15, 22, 29 @ 6-8pm

Mondays, July 7 + 14 @ 6-9pm, July 21 @ 6-8pm

Wednesdays, Aug. 6 + 13 @ 6-9pm, Aug. 20 @ 6-8pm

WEEKEND INTENSIVE August 9 & 10 @ 10-2:15pm

Mondays, September 8, 15, 22, 29 @ 6-8pm

Sundays, Sept. 14 + 21 @ 10-1pm, Sept. 28 @ 10-12pm

Interested in a private workshop?

Private workshops are available for groups of 2 or more.

Get in touch and we will book your group in.