Level 1: Beginner Basics for children
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Participants must be aged 9 years and up.
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In this hands-on workshop, young creators will dive into the exciting world of sewing!
π§· Learn how to set up, adjust, and thread their sewing machines πͺ‘
𧡠Practice cool sewing techniques on a calico sampler π¨
π Create their very own fabric wallet to take home and show off!
Itβs the perfect way to start a sewing journey, one thread at a time!
This workshop is just for kids aged 9 to 13! π§π§
If you're 14 or older, no worries - we've got something awesome for you too! π Check out our adult program. πͺ‘β¨
Details
You will learn
- Threading up and using a sewing machine.
- Tracing patterns onto fabric and cutting out.
- Using sewing room tools - like scissors and pins.
You will get
- A fabric fold wallet
Appropriate for
9 to 13 year olds. Older children are still welcome, but might be more comfortable in our adult program. Unfortunately, we can't accommodate younger sewing enthusiasts. Our workshop is setup for adults, participants that are too short will find our desks, ironing boards and chair heights difficult to work at.
Preparation
What to bring
- Thread, fabrics & felt quantities are detailed in your confirmation email
- Snacks, lunch and a bottle of water
What to wear
Comfy clothes and closed toe shoes (no thongs).
Planning a Private Event?
From corporate team building to birthdays and hen's parties, Thread Den can tailor a private kids activities experience for your group.
Your Teacher
Thread Den
2417 reviewsLearn to sew, craft and create with Thread Den, located on Melbourne's vibrant Brunswick Street in Fitzroy. Since 2007, we've spent almost 20 years helping students start from the very beginning, level up their skills, and find their own unique style.
Coming to Thread Den feels like learning from a friend, a super nice, clever one, alongside a small group of fellow sewists. Everything you need is right there waiting for you: lovely big cutting tables, smooth-running Janomes with plenty of feet and accessories, inspiring resources, and friendly people to chat to along the way.
Your teachers bring years of experience, their own labels and businesses, and a genuine love of sharing their skills and craftsmanship with you.
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Cancellations & Refunds
If the organiser cancels the class:
You are entitled to a full refund.
If you can't attend the class:
Youβre welcome to send someone in your place.
OR
- A refund can be requested 1 day before class starts. An admin fee of AU$35.00 applies.
- A transfer can be requested 4 days before the class starts. An admin fee of AU$10.00 applies.
- A credit note can be requested 4 days before the class starts. An admin fee of AU$10.00 applies.
No changes will be allowed after these times.
Terms & Conditions
Attendance & Preparation
Taking part in a workshop at Thread Den is fun, and we love teaching people our craft, but it''s your responsibility to clear your diary for the session(s) you''ve booked, especially if your course runs across multiple weeks. To finish your project, you''ll need to attend every session and arrive on time. Unfortunately, we can''t go back over material already covered, as it wouldn''t be fair to your fellow participants.
Please bear with us on this next point: our workshops and courses are usually booked out weeks in advance, so it isn''t always possible to simply move you into another session. If a suitable class is running and has space, we''ll try to offer you a discounted spot to help you catch up. If that''s not an option, you may need to book a private lesson to stay on track.
We also won''t chase you up to confirm you''re coming to class or that you have the right supplies. Most workshops require you to bring your own materials; we only offer a supplies kit at an additional cost for the Sewing Basics 3 Week Course. If you''re ever unsure what to bring, just email us at info@threadden.com and we''ll point you in the right direction.
We want you to love what you make just as much as we do, so please take our fabric recommendations seriously. Choosing a fabric suited to a more advanced skill level can make the experience frustrating rather than fun.
We do our best to answer common questions in each workshop description, but please don''t hesitate to email us with anything else. And we''d genuinely love to see the fabric you''re considering, we''re always happy to point you toward our favourite fabric and haberdashery suppliers.
Thanks for reading through the finer details, we appreciate it.
Our cancellation and refund policy is presented during the booking process.
Medical Events
Your safety and wellbeing are important to us. We reserve the right to make decisions necessary to protect the safety of all participants, this may include calling an ambulance on your behalf and at your expense.
Course Cancellations
- Classes are subject to sufficient enrolment (usually a minimum of 2 participants).
- We reserve the right to cancel any scheduled course.
This policy is also available on our website: threadden.com/about/bookings-and-cancellations-policy
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