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Beginners Sewing Patterns

Post author By Jen Skedd
Post date January 19, 2017

Beginners Sewing Patterns

Beginners sewing patterns may not be the most glamorous or fashion-forward designs. But when you’re just starting out on your sewing journey, it’s easy to get carried away with your ambitions and take on too much. Perhaps you aspire to design Oscar-red-carpet worthy frocks for A-list celebs. Just take a look at the gorgeous outfits worn by Emma Stone on the Golden Globes La-La-Land tour. But Prada and Gucci gowns such as these are highly-technical feats of textile engineering requiring the very best of precision cutting and sewing techniques.

Firstly you’ll need a Beginners Sewing Course to learn to use a sewing machine. Concentrate on learning foundation sewing techniques and doing them well. Then building up your skills by making a couple of simple craft projects. Once your comfortable with your machine, you’ll be ready for a Dressmaking course.

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Sewing Classes & Workshops – July 2016

Post author By Jen Skedd
Post date June 19, 2016

Here’s a rundown of the sewing classes and workshops happening at Artisan Stitch throughout July. So if you’re on holiday in Edinburgh and looking for something different and fun to do, why not try a new hobby like Feltmaking, or make a gorgeous wrap skirt? Easy to make and even easier to wear!

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Has the Great British Sewing Bee inspired you to sew?

Post author By Jen Skedd
Post date May 18, 2016

Beginner sewing students hold up their tote bags proudly. They are smiling and laughing, having enjoyed their sewing class — Happy students showing off their handmade tote bags at Artisan Stitch.

If the new series of the Great British Sewing Bee has inspired you, then here are ten more reasons why you should learn to sew.

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What Sewing Machine should I buy?

Post author By Jen Skedd
Post date August 24, 2015
1 Comment on What Sewing Machine should I buy?

A Husqvarna-Viking Emerald 118 sewing machine, with many controls and useful features for Beginners sewing classes — Best sewing machine for sewing classes - the Husqvarna Viking Emerald 118

What Sewing Machine should I buy?

Buying a sewing machine is exciting but can be very confusing. If you’ve had a look already, then you’re probably baffled by the huge range of makes and models out there. Why are some less than £100 and others cost several thousands (up to £15000 now). Don’t they all do the same thing? So you’ll be asking yourself ‘What Sewing Machine should I buy?’ Read on for advice from a lifetime sewist and sewing tutor who’s taught thousands of students to sew.