Escape into your own little creative world.
Two years ago I'd never threaded a sewing machine. Now I make my own clothes and gifts, and I'll show you how. No fashion school needed, and no age limit.
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From where do I start to confident beginner.
The basics every pattern assumes you know, explained simply.
- Threading and bobbins
- A neat straight stitch
- Zig-zag, and when to use it
- Buttonholes, without fear
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Before you buy
Is this for complete beginners?
Yes. It starts from unboxing your machine and assumes you've never sewn before.
Does it work with any sewing machine?
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How do I get it?
You get a download link by email straight after paying, to read on your phone, tablet or computer.
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Sewing is better with good company.
Like the village circles of old: young and less young, side by side. In West Clare or online.
Tips and tutorials, at your own pace.
What I actually use, and love.
No overwhelm. Just the things that earned a place on my sewing table.
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I learnt from scratch, just like you.
Two years ago sewing found me, and I fell in love: the calm of busy hands, the joy of wearing something I made, and the people I've met along the way. If I can learn this in two years, so can you.
That's the name: sew + sociable. I'm not here to make you a professional seamstress. I'm here to be your sewing pal.
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