Thread Den

Learn to Sew Melbourne

Danielle

Calming, creative & soulful skills

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relaxing hobbies

If you are looking for ways to unwind, relax, make the stress of your day stop, crochet or knitting could be your hobby. Let our teachers Lorena and Amy show you how these handcrafts encourage imagination and develop your artistic side. Stimulate the logical part of your brain, distract the chatty bit in the back and calm yourself with these creative therapies. 

“Spending time on an activity that you enjoy can improve your mental health and wellbeing. Research shows that people with hobbies are less likely to suffer from stress, low mood, and depression. Activities that get you out and about can make you feel happier and more relaxed. Group activities like team sports can improve your communication skills and relationships with others.”

Read more from Head Health a resource from the Australian Government – click here.

Workshop phased reopening

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After a lonely ten weeks of shutdown, Thread Den is finally getting back into the workshop!

Making a COVID-SAFE workshop:

The footprint of the workshop allows for Thread Den to have 26 people onsite, or 13 in each workroom and maintain physical distancing regulations. New protocols have also been introduced covering cleaning, the approach to teaching and the introduction of loads of sanitiser and disinfectant.

Danielle, Thread Den’s owner explained:

“Our biggest change and an exciting improvement was changing our sewing workroom to now house six individual sewing stations. They are 4x4metres and are each kitted out with their own sewing machine, an overlocker, a steam generator iron, shears, sewing kits and all the required tools for a class.” 

An investment has been made to create a space that is achieving social distance regulations, but still feels nurturing to students and providing every support possible while they learn to sew. Past students and Thread Den’s members will see many more tools, new appliances, machinery and furniture. New protocols to establish a COVID-Safe workshop have been implemented and there has been a reduction in the maximum class size from 8 down to 6 students for all workshops.

You can take a peek at the ongoing progress on our Instagram.

Not everything kicks off at the same time, read on for details of the phased workshop schedule for June, July and August…

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20 March Covid19

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Covid19 Advice

We have today decided to suspend our current timetable for four weeks.

All adult workshops will be rescheduled for four weeks time.

The school holiday program will be rescheduled for the June/July school holidays.

While we can maintain the 4 metre square directive for indoor gatherings, people have been asked to avoid unnecessary travel which means our students shouldn’t be travelling to our venue.

We are offering video private lessons and you can read more here.

19March Covid19 Update

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Covid19 Advice

We are following Government advice and staying up-to-date with news alerts.

Students will receive email updates either;

a) as the workshop comes up, or

b) as advice changes the status of our workshops.

Today we are advising:

As our classes are no more than 8 students and 1 teacher we have decided to go ahead.

We have increased cleaning of all surfaces and equipment. There is sanitizer (and of course a bathroom with soap) available also.

18 March Covid19 Update

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Covid19 Advice

We are following Government advice and staying up-to-date with news alerts.

Students will receive email updates either;

a) as the workshop comes up, or

b) as advice changes the status of our workshops.

Today we are advising:

As our classes are no more than 8 students and 1 teacher we have decided to go ahead.

We have increased cleaning of all surfaces and equipment. There is sanitizer (and of course a bathroom with soap) available also.

17 March Covid19 Update

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Covid19 Advice

We are following Government advice and staying up-to-date with news alerts.

Students will receive email updates either;

a) as the workshop comes up, or

b) as advice changes the status of our workshops.

Today we are advising:

As our classes are no more than 8 students and 1 teacher we have decided to go ahead.

We have increased cleaning of all surfaces and equipment. There is sanitizer (and of course a bathroom with soap) available also.

16 March Update Covid19

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Covid19 Advice

We are following Government advice and staying up-to-date with news alerts.

Students will receive email updates either;

a) as the workshop comes up, or

b) as advice changes the status of our workshops.

Today we are advising:

As our classes are no more than 8 students and 1 teacher we have decided to go ahead.

We have increased cleaning of all surfaces and equipment. There is sanitizer (and of course a bathroom with soap) available also.

Knitting Machine Lessons

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Lorena Teacher at Thread DenWe have a new teacher to introduce!
With Lorena joining the team we already have two new workshops for you, with more in the pipeline.

Lorena specialises in knitted constructed textiles, her knitwear line Lore Lore produces all things from homewares to wearable accessories and fully-fashioned garments. Lorena’s creative inspiration comes from living in South America and Asia, incorporating those vibrant cultures and the people encountered along the way. 

New workshops

Knitting Machine Basics

In this 6 hour Knitting Machine Workshop students will learn to use the machine and make a beanie.  Knitting machines provided!

“This hands-on project will get you straight onto a machine experimenting with a few key techniques to get you started on your own beanie creation. By the end of the workshop you’ll be returning home with your very own Pom Pom beanie crafted by you!”  – read more.

Alternative Hand Knitting

In this 3 hour Knitting Workshop students will learn to hand knit a jute market bag using chunky techniques and huge needles.

No experience necessary, join Lorena and make your own market bag – read more.

Creating A High-Quality Sewing Space – step 8

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Written by: Justin Lawrence

Do you want to create the perfect sewing room?

This is the eighth of eight steps.

9. Don’t Forget Your Inspirations

It’s never a bad idea to focus on how you’re going to be inspired throughout the sewing process. You should look to make the most of your sewing space, which can include small sources of inspiration such as colours, shapes, or even a plant or two.

Inspiration and motivation can come from the beautiful space, beautiful decor, photos of your muses or drawings of your own ideas.