Sewing - Hornsby - Ku-ring-gai Community College

Sewing for Beginners

In Term 4, choose from two 4-week Beginners classes—enrol in just one, or double the fun with both! Sewing Course for Beginners - Tote Bag Learn the essentials of sewing in this fun, hands-on 4-week course designed for complete beginners. You’ll start by gaining confidence with a sewing machine and practicing key sewing techniques. Once you’ve mastered the basics, you’ll put your new skills into practice by creating your very own lined tote bag—complete with a pocket and sturdy... [More]

Sewing for Beginners

Tue 21 Oct - Tue 11 Nov 2025
6:15pm - 8:15pm (UTC+11:00) (first session)
4 sessions, 8 hours total

Romi Dupont-Louis

Learn to sew a Tote Bag.

When	Time	Where
Tue 21 Oct 2025	6:15pm - 8:15pm (UTC+11:00)	Room 1 - Hornsby Head Office
Tue 28 Oct 2025	6:15pm - 8:15pm (UTC+11:00)	Room 1 - Hornsby Head Office
Tue 4 Nov 2025	6:15pm - 8:15pm (UTC+11:00)	Room 1 - Hornsby Head Office
Tue 11 Nov 2025	6:15pm - 8:15pm (UTC+11:00)	Room 1 - Hornsby Head Office

Sewing for Beginners

Tue 18 Nov - Tue 9 Dec 2025
6:15pm - 8:15pm (UTC+11:00) (first session)
4 sessions, 8 hours total

Romi Dupont-Louis

Learn to sew Pyjama Pants.

When	Time	Where
Tue 18 Nov 2025	6:15pm - 8:15pm (UTC+11:00)	Room 1 - Hornsby Head Office
Tue 25 Nov 2025	6:15pm - 8:15pm (UTC+11:00)	Room 1 - Hornsby Head Office
Tue 2 Dec 2025	6:15pm - 8:15pm (UTC+11:00)	Room 1 - Hornsby Head Office
Tue 9 Dec 2025	6:15pm - 8:15pm (UTC+11:00)	Room 1 - Hornsby Head Office

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Sewing Improver

Beautiful things come together one stitch at a time..... This course is for sewers who are confident using their machine, have done at least 1 term of Sewing Beginners or some sewing at home and want to take their sewing skills and knowledge to the next level. Join us for a fun, creative and supportive environment. *Bring your own project *Learn new sewing techniques *Get help with fitting *Meet other sewers in the area Some topics covered include: *Learn how garments are... [More]

Sewing Improver

Sat 25 Oct - Sat 13 Dec 2025
10am - 12pm (UTC+11:00) (first session)
8 sessions, 16 hours total

Lynne Allitt

When	Time	Where
Sat 25 Oct 2025	10am - 12pm (UTC+11:00)	Room 2 - Hornsby Head Office
Sat 1 Nov 2025	10am - 12pm (UTC+11:00)	Room 2 - Hornsby Head Office
Sat 8 Nov 2025	10am - 12pm (UTC+11:00)	Room 2 - Hornsby Head Office
Sat 15 Nov 2025	10am - 12pm (UTC+11:00)	Room 2 - Hornsby Head Office
Sat 22 Nov 2025	10am - 12pm (UTC+11:00)	Room 2 - Hornsby Head Office
Sat 29 Nov 2025	10am - 12pm (UTC+11:00)	Room 2 - Hornsby Head Office
Sat 6 Dec 2025	10am - 12pm (UTC+11:00)	Room 2 - Hornsby Head Office
Sat 13 Dec 2025	10am - 12pm (UTC+11:00)	Room 2 - Hornsby Head Office

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How to Service and Maintain Your Sewing Machine

New to HKCC! Learn how to service and maintain your sewing machine at home. It’s a great skill to learn that not only saves you money but will extend the life of your machine, ensuring that it continues to run smoothly avoiding the hassle of unexpected breakdowns. This workshop is aimed at sewing machines that are already in good working order that only need preventative maintenance, adjustments, oiling and cleaning out. Only manual and non computerised sewing machines are... [More]

How to Service and Maintain Your Sewing Machine

Sun 9 Nov
10am - 12pm (UTC+11:00)
1 session, 2 hours total

Kim Drew

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Sun 9 Nov 2025	10am - 12pm (UTC+11:00)	Room 2 - Hornsby Head Office

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Sew a Top Workshop

Full Day Sewing Workshop –Make a Simple Top Ready to take the next step in your sewing journey? This full-day workshop is perfect for students who have completed our Beginners Sewing Course/ Workshop (or are already confident using a sewing machine) and are keen to start making garments. In this class, you’ll learn key sewing skills, including how to: Choose the correct pattern size and take measurements Sew darts for shaping Staystitch Under stitch Sew and clip curves Apply neck... [More]

Sew a Top Workshop

Sun 30 Nov
10am - 4pm (UTC+11:00)
1 session, 6 hours total

Romi Dupont-Louis

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Sun 30 Nov 2025	10am - 4pm (UTC+11:00)	Room 2 - Hornsby Head Office

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Sewcial Sewing Day

Social sewing day! Whether you would like to finish some of those projects lying around at home, or start something new, come along and meet other sewers, gush about sewing stuff none of your friends or family want to hear about, and share tips with each other. All sewing levels are welcome! You will need to bring you own machine, sewing supplies, snacks and lunch. Tea and coffee will be available. Please note that this is a social sewing day not a sewing workshop. If you need... [More]

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Sew Stretch Fabrics

Join us for a hands-on experience where you'll gain confidence in working with stretch fabrics and learn the techniques needed to sew your own custom-fit leggings or workout pants. If you've already got the basics down or have completed one of our beginner sewing workshops, this is the perfect next step in your sewing journey. Bring along your sewing machine and, if you have one, an overlocker to learn how to use it effectively with stretch materials. You will only need a sewing... [More]

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Sewing - Learn to Sew Workshop

New Workshop for Beginners! Are you an absolute beginner or want to brush up on the basics? In this workshop you will learn to use a sewing machine then sew a lovely lined tote bag to take home. During this 5 hour workshop you will learn how to: -Thread your sewing machine. -Sew different stitches. -Sew straight and turn corners. -Secure your stitches. -Finish your seams so they don't fray. -Understand seam allowances. -Lay out fabric and cut correctly. -Understand basic sewing... [More]

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