Beginner-friendly sewing experience days
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Hi Reader, When you buy a place on one of my Summer Sewing Experience Days you will:- 🪡Discover the secrets of using a sewing machine with ease, so you can start sewing your dream projects without getting tangled or frustrated! 🧵Master the art of threading, stitching and adjusting your machine's dials, buttons, and knobs, so you can achieve perfect results every time - no thread nests, wonky seams or uneven stitches! 👕Create a practical and beautiful summer project under my expert guidance, and leave with a stylish tote bag or garment you made yourself, with all materials included, use of Tysew's sewing machines, plus tea, coffee and biscuits throughout the day. The Details When: Wednesday 29 July – Summer Tote Bag Wednesday 5 August – Elasticated Summer Shorts Wednesday 12 August – Simple Tee-Shirt Wednesday 19 August – Beach Robe / Summer Wrap Time: 10am to 3:30pm (there will be a relaxed 30-minute lunch break so bring your own packed lunch) Where: Tysew Sewing Machines, 32 The Ridgeway, Iver, Bucks SL0 9HW UK Your investment: £145 (includes your full 1-day workshop, expert guidance throughout the day, all materials for your chosen project, use of Tysew’s sewing machines, unlimited tea, coffee and biscuits.) There is a maximum of 4 places available so book now to avoid disappointment. Full details and booking link: www.sewingteacher.co.uk/tysew Any questions, just ask me. ​ |
Vee Tanner
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