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Sewing Basics – Stitch Library Mat & Placemat


🌟 Discover the creative possibilities of your sewing machine while making beautiful and practical projects to take home in this fun and skill-building sewing session.

🧡 Skill Level: Beginner Friendly / Improving Skills
⏰ Duration: 2 x 2-hour sessions

About this Lesson

Have you ever wondered what all the stitches on your sewing machine actually do?

In this creative and practical lesson, you’ll explore decorative stitches, sewing techniques, and finishing methods while creating your own stitch reference mat and mini placemat.

In this session, you will learn:

  • how to create your own stitch library using the stitches on your sewing machine
  • how to sew with a twin needle
  • how to use different zig zag stitch widths and lengths for decorative effects
  • how to make a mini placemat using decorative stitching
  • how to finish your projects using binding, mitred corners, and the bagging out technique

🧡 A wonderful session for anyone wanting to deepen their sewing skills while creating beautiful finished projects to take home and use again and again.

What do you need to bring?

Please bring:

  • your sewing machine
  • foot pedal and power cable
  • sewing machine manual
  • any accessories or attachments you have

And don’t forget:
😊 Curiosity, questions, and creativity!

What we provide

We provide:

  • fabric and wadding
  • threads and sewing tools
  • cutting equipment
  • tea, coffee, hot chocolate, biscuits, and refreshments β˜•πŸ©

Just come along and enjoy sewing in a relaxed and welcoming environment.

Ready to Join Us?

πŸ“ The Fabric Vault, 8 Tudor Row, Lichfield, WS13 6HH

πŸ“ž Any questions?
Call or WhatsApp us on 07394 558778

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