Want to learn how to sew but don't know where to start? Go from zero to sewing hero at our five-week sewing course for beginners in our studio in South London.

We’ll start strong, by learning how to use the sewing machine and completing our first project in the very first session. You’ll get to choose between making a cushion cover or a tote bag to whip up and take home.

We’ll then get to grips with a variety of techniques that you will use throughout your sewing life, including patchwork, applique, sewing zips, buttons…

Things to remember

Materials + Equipment

This sewing course for beginners will take place in our fully-equipped sewing studio in South London. In addition to essential tools, we will provide one cushion insert, a zip, buttons and fabric scraps.

You will need 1 meter of fabric for your first cushion/tote bag and…

How big are the class sizes

We like to keep our classes small so that everyone has enough teacher time. We generally have a maximum of 8.

Do you have all the equipment that I need?

Yes, we have all the sewing equipment that you need but you are welcome to bring your own to practice on.

Polly Russell - 16 January 2024

I was a total novice - could not even see a button - and made a cushion after the first session. Brilliantly taught and great fun. I am hooked!!

Obby Guarantee

We ensure quality. If your class doesn't reach your expectations, we'll give your money back.

Age Requirement

Flexible cancellation policy

Any class can be cancelled and fully refunded within 24 hours of purchase. See cancellation policy.

Crafts Sewing

Make Mee Studio

Make Mee Studio CIC is a sewing social enterprise based in Lewisham. At Make Mee Studio we aim to mend our relationship with clothing by empowering children & adults with sewing and craft skills. Saving the planet one stitch at a time.

These are the core values that run through everything we do at Make Mee Studio:

ACCESSIBILITY The barriers to receive the skills that Make Mee Studio shares should be minimal. INCLUSIVITY Make Mee Studio believe that sewing & crafts are for everyone & endeavour to cater for every individual's needs. EMPOWERMENT To be creative is to be powerful. Creativity opens…

Crofton Park Community Library

Crofton Park Community Library, Brockley

375 Brockley Road,

Brockley

SE4 2AG

London