If you have completed the Beginners course or know how to use your sewing machine - take the next step on your sewing journey! Choose a simple sewing pattern, in collaboration with your tutor, and sew your next project. Alternatively, you can sew hems or similar on your own clothing.

This is a four week course where you can gain confidence in your sewing abilities and build skills in your sewing arsenal.

Please note that students will need to choose a sewing pattern to follow. Patterns should be beginner/advanced beginner/easy level. There are some great beginner patterns on the following websites. Please choose a beginner, advanced beginner, confident beginner or similar. These are just suggestions and you are welcome to look elsewhere for a pattern.

• Helen’s Closet (best instructions, good size range and unisex options)

https://helensclosetpatterns.com/collections/all

• Pattern Emporium (Australian designer)

https://patternemporium.com/

• Megan Nielson (Australian designer)

https://megannielsen.com.au/collections/sewing-patterns 

• Wardrobe by Me (men's and women’s patterns)

https://wardrobebyme.com/

• Seamwork

https://www.seamwork.com/

• Peppermint Magazine Patterns (Some are by donation)

https://peppermintmag.com/sewing-school/

• Love Notions

https://www.lovenotions.com/

• Made by Rae Patterns

https://www.made-by-rae.com/patterns 

• The Assembly Line

https://theassemblylineshop.com/