This class helps people make more of a sewing machine, enhance previously acquired sewing machine skills and is a natural follow on class to any of our Beginners Sewing 1 - introduction to using a sewing machine class or for those who already have some basic sewing machine skills but would like to progress further.

In this class

In the morning you will be able to insert zips, make buttonholes and add bias binding (and also learn what that is) whilst creating your own stylish 'Utility Roll' (great keeping tidy your sewing notions, brushes, make up etc) designed by your teacher…

Things to remember

Some fabrics are provided for the afternoon session but you are welcome to bring your own or purchase some in Fabrications shop. There are different skirt designs using 1.5 - 2m of fabric (dependent on size and length and the width of your cloth) We use new 'Brother' sewing machines…

gitana - 1 May 2019

It was good experience with zips and buttonholes, I'm very happy make my first skirt of cours with teacher help 😊that my second lessons with Barley and I'm very happy meet that teacher she's great and nice person and doing great job with us beginners . Always I want come back to this place, waiting more classes with Barley.

Alisa - 8 April 2019

This is my third class with Barley and it was just as amazing as all the others - Barley consistently delivers with her well thought out classes, knowledge, skills and patience. Thank you Barley!

Alena - 1 February 2019

Amazing class! Barley is very helpful, explains everything in great details, very good atmosphere in the class too. Second part (making a garment) feels a little bit chaotic, as everyone is making a different garment, but still a great experience. Can't wait for Beginners Sewing 3!

Obby Guarantee

We ensure quality. If your class doesn't reach your expectations, we'll give your money back.

Age Requirement

All students under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.

Flexible cancellation policy

Any class can be cancelled and fully refunded within 24 hours of purchase. See cancellation policy.

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Fabrications

Fabrications - an East London based creative hub!

Fabrications is an independent gallery, shop and workshop dedicated to the best contemporary textile practice and design, with a particular interest in eco-conscious design.

Fabrications opened in June 2000 in a refurbished derelict shop on Broadway Market in Hackney, East London. The shop's founder, Barley Massey, has spent the last 20 years finding ingenious ways to turn scraps into original fabrics and using recycled materials to create cutting-edge items. Since 2012, "The Imaginarium", a fully-fitted working studio, has hosted workshops and classes.

Barley has been awarded as one of…