Learn to Sew Melbourne
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
We 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.
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.
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.
Written by: Justin Lawrence
Do you want to create the perfect sewing room?
This is the eighth of eight steps.
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.
Written by: Justin Lawrence
Do you want to create the perfect sewing room?
This is the seventh of eight steps.
The fabric has to be organised the right way and this is where wall shelving comes into the equation. It can be used to position and store the fabric without having it get in the way. A simple 6 inch shelf can help out as it is set up above the cutting table.
You don’t want it to be out of your reach as that makes it tough to move around.
Store everything in clear bins, so you know where everything is.
Clear bins are great. Being able to see your fabric will keep you inspired, encourage you to use it and reduce the risk of buying fabric or habby that you don’t need.
Written by: Justin Lawrence
Do you want to create the perfect sewing room?
This is the sixth of eight steps.
Yes, the workspace includes the cutting table and sewing desk and it has to be perfect. You want to set it up in a way where it’s not impossible to use and allows you to move around freely.
A good-sized cutting table is going to make your life simpler while developing a proper sewing space.
Linen connoisseurs Tow and Line explain that “you should have enough space to sew on throughout the process and that is why most end up going with a serger and sewing machine for their setup. Your work space will be your creative hub, so plan to have all the room you need when you set it up.”
Ready to fill your workspace? Browse the latest sewing gifts and ideas right here.
Written by: Justin Lawrence
Do you want to create the perfect sewing room?
This is the fifth of eight steps.
Sewing patterns are essential when it comes to understanding how various pieces are put together. A good filing cabinet can be useful as you try to figure things out, including where to place detailed manila envelopes.
Clear sleeves are great for quick visual sorting of your patterns.
You want to have the filing cabinet neatly organised from top to bottom because this can make it easier to sift through different patterns during the process.
If you don’t (yet) have enough patterns to fill a sewing cabinet, you could use display books, or folders. Individual folders organised however you like! Pants, tops, next to make, holiday wardrobe, cat clothes, etc.
Written by: Justin Lawrence
Do you want to create the perfect sewing room?
This is the fourth of eight steps.
If you are going to be sewing, you don’t want to have to run across the room to pick up essential items. They should all be within reach while sitting at the sewing machine. This is why most end up buying in a separate metal box, which can be set up nearby on a stand or on a shelf.
You should also do the same for your sewing guides/books. Keep everything on a separate shelf that’s within reach.
Also keep the manuals for your sewing machine and overlocker with all your sewing books, close by your machine. You can easily refer to them when you want to rethread your overlocker, or double check you’ve setup everything to sew a buttonhole.
For a quick money saving tip, the team from Direct Appliance Rentals explain you don’t have to purchase everything yourself. They explain “if your sewing plans aren’t long-term, consider renting larger items like furniture to keep costs low. This means you can spend more on quality sewing resources. With less hassle and time spent searching, you can focus your energy on your craft instead.”
You should have these guides in a safe spot, so you are not left in a tough spot. This is something people end up not knowing what to do or how to manage the situation while planning.
Written by: Justin Lawrence
Do you want to create the perfect sewing room?
This is the third of eight steps.
You will have to be organised during the process. It’s not easy to manage different items at the same time including fabric, machines, and threads. This is why you want to have enough space to store these items in an organised manner.
You should be looking to invest in a full-fledged organiser as soon as you get the opportunity to do so. If you’re on a budget, you can bring in a small-sized metal organiser for the task.
At Thread Den we love to re-purpose things, clear glass vases are a great visual way to store your threads. Nostalgic tins are adorable and come in so many different sizes – you can have individual ones for different categories (buttons, scissors, feet accessories…). But you also can’t beat clear plastic organisers to see what’s inside. We also have an ironing board where the covers all off, you can then put in retail shelf hangers. It’s the perfect sewing room peg board for all your tools.
On Sunday pop back when we’ll focus on keeping essentials nearby.