Time: 10am-1pm
Date: Saturdays, 24 October to 12 December 2026 (8 sessions)
Where: Castlemaine Community House
Instructor: Ell
Learn practical skills to sew gifts, clothes and homewares.
Perfect for beginners ready to build confidence at the sewing machine! In this friendly, hands-on class, you’ll learn the essentials—from threading and tension, to stitching techniques, basic machine maintenance, and troubleshooting common issues.
Whether you’re completely new or just a bit rusty, we’ll guide you step-by-step to help you feel comfortable, capable, and inspired to sew.
This course is especially suited to those who have a machine at home but haven’t yet mastered using it. We encourage you to bring your machine along!
In this short course, you’ll learn:
- Threading your machine
- Basic straight and zigzag stitches
- Awaken your sewing confidence
- Make a basic tote bag and pincushion
- Basic hemming and small mending projects
After this course: you could tell employers you have these new skills, do another course at Castlemaine Community House, study fashion, textiles or upholstery at TAFE or University, or apply for a job.
Date: Saturdays, 24 October to 12 December 2026 (8 sessions)
Time: 10.00am – 1.00pm
Where: Castlemaine Community House, 30 Templeton Street
Cost: $177.50 (Full) / $157.50 (Early Bird Discount – available until 5 October) / $127.50 (Concession)
Trainer: Ell
Ell brings over thirty years of experience in clothing design, costume work, upcycling, and creative garment transformation. Her skill is seeing the potential inside a piece — its structure, its future line, its next life.
