Beginners Sewing Workshop with Sew in Brighton

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Get creative at Brighton and Hove’s longest running sewing school, with this Beginner’s Sewing Workshop at Sew in Brighton for one. Learn how to thread up and sew with a sewing machine as part of your beginner’s project, and make either a tote bag or a 16in square cushion, with your choice of fabrics. You’ll receive as much guidance as you need from your friendly, knowledgeable teacher.

Chat with the other students and get inspiration from each other as you work. Whether you fancy trying something new, improving an existing hobby or meeting people in a unique setting, Sew in Brighton is the perfect place to get crafting.

What's Included?

• Beginners sewing workshop at Brighton and Hove’s longest running sewing school
• Create a tote bag or a 16in square cushion
• All materials, equipment and tools provided
• Friendly and knowledgeable teacher on hand to help
• Relaxed and fun atmosphere
• Experience gift pack
• Cancellation indemnity

What happens on the day?

On arrival at Sew in Brighton, you’ll meet your fellow students and your friendly teacher before settling in with your sewing machine. Spend a 2 hour 30 minute lesson indulging your creative side with a fun and easy-to-learn sewing project. You can choose from a tote bag or a 16in square cushion, with plenty of fabrics to take your pick from. All materials, equipment and tools are included in the price.

Chat with and be inspired by other students while sewing up your fab new bag or cushion. You’ll be using an up to date Janome 525S sewing machine, or you can bring your own if you like. Everyone from beginners to sewing experts are welcome, so rest assured you’ll feel right at home no matter your skill level!

If you would like to learn how to set up and use your own machine you are welcome to take it along on the day.

Participant guidelines

Minimum age: 7 (under 13s must attend this class accompanied by a non paying adult as their dedicated helper who will work on their sewing project with them)

All skill levels welcome

Maximum five students per class and minimum three for the class to go ahead

The studio is on the third floor. If you need assistance carrying your sewing machine please let them know when making your booking

The experience content, equipment used and restrictions may vary

Availability

The experience is available on selected dates throughout the year. 5/7 classes run per week (depending on time of year) with weekday mornings and evenings and one class every weekend.

We recommend you book at least four weeks in advance to ensure that dates are available. All bookings are subject to availability.

Please allow 2 hours 30 minutes for the full experience. Please arrive 10 minutes early if you are taking your own sewing machine.

What should I wear?

Please wear your glasses if you need them for close up work.

Additional information

Refreshments available: Tea, coffee, water and squash.

Feel free to bring your own snacks to eat in class if needed.

What about insurance?

The centres contracted with us hold public liability insurance. We also hold contingency liability cover. You will not be liable for accidental damage to equipment, except where damage has been caused as a result of recklessness or wilful negligence.

A cancellation indemnity, subject to terms, is included with every voucher.

How it works

All you have to do is pay for the experience you wish to purchase and we’ll send a voucher and booking information to you or directly to the recipient, then you just need to check the info and book your experience.

Locations

East Sussex - Hove

Please Note: If you're purchasing a NEW Experience you will be entitled to the validity stated within this description. If/when you are within 3 months of the voucher expiry date and there are still restrictions in place, Virgin Experience Days are offering free extensions to allow the customer to use at a later date. They are reviewing this regularly in line with Government advice and updates.