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Learn to Sew for Absolute Beginners

Join Instructor Lisa O’Brien on Wednesday evenings, January 21 and 28 from 6-8pm

Starts Jan 21, 2026
60 Canadian dollars
Sheep Creek Arts

Available spots


Service Description

Are you curious about sewing? Looking to pick up a useful hobby? Do you have an old sewing machine tucked away that you’ve been wanting to learn to use? In this two-session workshop, we will cover all the essentials of sewing including: - Your machine - threading, different stitches and what they are used for, basic care and safe use - Fabric – grainlines, how to choose appropriate fabric for a project, tips on where to buy affordable fabric - Construction basics – tips for laying out and cutting, the importance of seam allowance, seam finish options - Pressing – how to use an iron for the best results in your sewing - Notions – the essential tools you need for sewing This workshop will be a mixture of lecture and hands-on practice. You will come away with a handmade pin cushion, lots of samples and the confidence to begin your sewing journey! This course is intended for beginner adults - age 14+ www.facebook.com/longviewseamstres


Upcoming Sessions


Cancellation Policy

Sheep Creek Arts Council Class Policy 1. A membership to the Sheep Creek Arts Council is required to participate in classes offered by the Council. Membership fees are non-refundable. 2. Full payment is a must to register for a class or workshop. E-transfer is the preferred method payment but cash, cheque, MasterCard or Visa and debt are also accepted. 3. If there are insufficient paid registrations and there is a need to cancel the class, students will be notified and will receive a full refund. 4. Should there be room in a class already in progress, new students are welcome to join. 5. Fees for classes and workshops missed because of an event beyond the control of the Arts Council (such as travel, road conditions, illness, weather or emergencies) cannot be refunded or credited to another class. 6. Arts Council cannot provide replacement or make up classes for classes missed. 7. Cancellations must occur at least two weeks prior to the date of the class or workshop to receive a refund. 8. Students are responsible for purchasing their own supplies on the recommended supply list, when required, as well as such supplies as table coverings and paper towels to keep the facility clean. 9. Students are expected to use the provided plastic tablecloths to protect their workspace. Students are responsible for their own clean up. Receptacles are provided for clean up of acrylic, oil and watercolour paints. 10. Classes will start on time. 11. Arts Council reserves the right to adjust the class schedule, fee’s structure, and cancel or modify a class at any time. 12. Arts Council, its contractors and/or volunteers will not be held responsible for any losses, stolen property or personal injury that may occur while students are attending classes or workshops. 13. Arts Council is not responsible for artwork left in the facility. If any unclaimed artwork remains in the facility after a class or workshop is completed, it will be disposed of.


Contact Details

  • Sheep Creek Arts Council, Sunset Blvd SW, Diamond Valley, AB, Canada

    scac@live.ca


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