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MACHINE MASTERY: Mechanical Sewing Machine Training

Wednesday, 28 May, 2025 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Free

Do you own a mechanical sewing machine, but feel like you’re not making the most of it?

Whether it’s been gathering dust, was a thoughtful inheritance, or a lucky second-hand find, this workshop is designed to help you feel confident & capable with your mechanical sewing machine. Within just 3 hours, you’ll discover:

  1. Essential Tools & Techniques:
    • Choosing the right needles, thread & fabric.
    • Understanding presser feet & their functions.
    • Threading your machine.
  2. Stitches & Skills:
    • Master straight stitches, pivoting corners, triple straight stitches & stretch stitches.
    • Navigate thick seams, blind hems, buttonholes & decorative stitches.
    • Learn to sew buttons with precision & ease.
  3. Sewing Machine Care:
    • Get hands-on with your bobbin, bobbin case & maintenance essentials.

This session is tailored for users of mechanical sewing machines, including certain Bernette models (see FAQ below).

This is more than just training; it’s the start of a smoother, more enjoyable sewing journey. Let us guide you through the ins & outs of your machine, so that you can create with confidence!

FAQ

What do I need to bring?
  • Your sewing machine
  • Your sewing kit
  • Some testing fabric

The difference between a mechanical & an electronic sewing machine lies in their functionality, operation & features.

  • A mechanical sewing machine operates by manually adjusting knobs, levers & dials for stitch selection, length & width. Technologically, it relies on mechanical parts like gears, belts & levers to function.
  • An electronic sewing machine is powered by an electric motor & controlled using buttons, a digital display, or a touch screen. Technology, it incorporates computer chips & electronics for precision & automation.

This training session is specifically tailored for mechanical sewing machine users.

It depends. If you’ve purchased one of the following Bernette sewing machines, you will receive this workshop FREE OF CHARGE:

  • Bernette SewnGo
  • Bernette B05 Academy
  • Bernette 35
  • Bernette 33

All other machine purchases, will receive personal 1-1 training from us.

Details

Date:
Wednesday, 28 May, 2025
Time:
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Cost:
Free
Sewing Instructor:
Louis Pretorius
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