Learn How To Use Your Sewing Machine Workshop

Have you got a sewing machine but don't know how to use it? Perhaps you've recently bought / aquired one? Maybe you've had one collecting dust for a while, and you're not sure where to start with it? You aren't alone!

With shows like The Sewing Bee, sewing and making your own soft furnishings and clothes has hugely risen in popularity. However, it's important to know how to use your machine before you embark on your new hobby, so it doesn't put you off when things get caught, twisted, snagged or jammed. (which will definitely happen with any machine!)

'How to' videos can tell you how, but it's the ins and outs of the machine, and the troubleshooting when things go wrong that's needed to not only enjoy sewing but succeed with it.

In this new workshop, Lynne Lemon, a professional upholsterer and experienced soft furnishings creator, teaches you everything you need to get started with sewing on your machine.
You will then put what you learn into practice and create a handy tote bag.
Bring your own sewing machine and spend a relaxed, practical day getting to know how it works— no jargon, no overwhelm, and definitely no history lessons (promise!).

What does the day entail?

After a brief introduction, you'll dive straight in. The morning will be dedicated to understanding your own sewing machine: what everything does, how it works, and how to use it with confidence. Lynne will take the mystery out of threading, settings, and stitch choices, working hands-on, so it all makes sense as you go.

In the afternoon, you'll put those new skills into practice by creating a handy tote bag — a lovely way to reinforce what you've learned while creating something useful to take home.

Throughout the day, you will learn how to:
-Become familiar with your sewing machine and its functions
-Thread your machine
-Operate your machine confidently
-Adjust tension and stitch length on a variety of fabrics
-Learn how to get a perfect stitch, both straight and patterned
-Techniques for stitching straight and accurately, finishing edges, seams, hems and other techniques.
-Learn how to deal with common sewing on machine issues
-Care for and maintain your machine
-Pick up helpful tips and time-saving tricks
-Troubleshoot problems that can occur on the machines

Date & Time:
Saturday 28th February 2026 - 10.00am - 16.00pm

Price:
£75

Location:
Holden Clough Nurseries

Booking and full info: https://www.holdenclough.com/.../learn-your-sewing-machine