SEWING TIPS & TRICKS: Needles & Threads Demystified
Friday, 20 February, 2026 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Free
Have you ever wondered why your thread keeps breaking… or why your machine skips stitches when sewing knits?
The answer could be as simple – and as overlooked – as the wrong needle or thread.
We believe empowered sewing starts with understanding your tools. That’s why we’re opening our venue for an expert-led workshop that unpacks one of the most misunderstood elements in your sewing journey: the right combination of threads and needles.
In just 3 hours, you’ll learn:
- The real difference between cotton, polyester, rayon and metallic threads – and when to use each.
- How to decode needle sizes and types (and how choosing the wrong one can ruin your fabric).
- Why overlockers have different thread needs – and what threads will give you cleaner seams.
- Common problems like looping, snapping or skipped stitches – and how to fix them with better thread/needle choices.
- What to check first when your stitches start going wonky.
No machine needed. No sewing skills required. Just bring your love for sewing and your burning questions.
Whether you’re a quilting queen, a dressmaker-in-the-making, or still threading your first bobbin, this session is for you.
Because here’s the truth: When you know your threads and needles, everything else falls into place.
Come discover how tiny tools make a massive difference in your stitch quality – and leave feeling like the empowered sewist you were meant to be.
FAQ
What do I need to bring?
- Only yourself, a notebook and pen and your curiosity!
Connect with Us
Tel. 021 773 0145 (Hermanus)
Whatsapp: 072 987 2512
Email. [email protected]
Address. Shop 2,
Hemel-en-Aarde Village, Cnr R43 & R320, Sandbaai, Hermanus,
Western Cape, South Africa