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Join Heather for a sewing workshop which also allows you to live more sustainably. Upcycle denim jeans into a bag and key ring

Do you have you a sewing machine but you’re not quite sure what to do with it? Did your machine come with a selection of presser feet and “bits and bobs” that you’ve never explored? If so, then our one day workshop is just the thing for you to get the very best out of your machine.

1:1 sewing classes

A sewing class to create a hexagon shaped candle mat using a mixture of hand and machine sewing.

Summary of topics covered in the class: – Hand sewing / saddle stitching techniques – Leather goods components and elements – Pattern making for hand sewn goods By the end of the tuition, you will have: – Refined your hand sewing technique and learned advanced sewing methods – Understood the basics of pattern making for hand sewn goods – Created basic patterns to take with you for your own reference – Created samples of basic leather goods components: handles, gussets, darts, tabs – Developed confidence in sewing more complex shapes and constructions Included in the course: You will receive useful paper handouts containing: – A list of tools and materials used during the lesson(s), with descriptions and usage instructions – A list of recommended suppliers for leather and fittings, both in London and online – A glossary of leather types and characteristics All materials are included, there are no additional costs. Find all modules here: https://the-london-leather-workshop.cademy.co.uk/