Become friends with your overlocker and build confidence through experience
To prepare you for the sewing workshops, it’s important that you know your way around an overlocker. This is the perfect introductory so that we can make sure everyone is at a similar starting point when the other classes begin
This class is designed to be booked in conjunction with one of the other longer workshops offered, to ensure you have an understanding of the overlocker and are be able to start the projects
It's ideal for you to bring along your own Overlocker from home for this class so that we can set you up for success going forward. If, however, you do not have one you are able to use one of Ariane's. Please note that there is a limited number of machines and you will need to advise this is the case at the time of booking in case they are already scheduled to be used by other students
Key Takeaway's / Learning's from the class:
When you use an overlocker instead of a sewing machine
Threading the machine and changing needles
Do you need to backstitch?
Sewing straight lines and curves on different types of fabrics
Seam allowances
The Blade - what its truly for and how NOT to use it
Different types of Overlocker stitch - and the purpose
What to bring with you:
Ideally: Your Overlocker, machine pedal, minimum 4 x matching threads and machine specific needles. The aim is to enable you to be able to create at home
If you do not have your own overlocker - you are welcome to use one of Ariane's - the number of these is limited, so please advise at the time of booking if you will need one so that the class numbers can be arranged correctly - thank you
If you would like information on purchasing an overlocker, please contact Ariane as she will be happy to help you with this
What would you receive:
Confidence in being able to use an overlocker
Threading the machine
Understanding of when to use it v's a regular sewing machine
Experience sewing on different types of fabrics
Experience sewing straight lines and different types of curves – how to handle the fabrics
Knowledge of what to do when things go wrong
Class Capacity:
Capped at 6 people
Access to the private 'Sparkle Gang Stitch' Facebook group:
Yes!
You will be added to the secret ‘Sparkle Gang Stitch’ Facebook group - a place where Ariane will be sharing tips and tricks for sewing along with secret ideas for how to improve your work ongoing. Class attendees will be encouraged to share pictures of their makes and share knowledge and ideas. It’s a community we are growing for the Sewing Revolution! This is the place to have access to Ariane's technical knowledge during and after the course
Who can attend?
The classes are operated in a respectful manner and no preferences will be taken over the gender of attendees - everyone is encouraged to take part!
Anyone over the age of 18 due to the use of sewing machines
Class Length:
2 hours
Dates and Times of Classes:
Wednesday 1st May - 10.30am -12.30pm
Wednesday 1st May - 6.30pm - 8.30pm
Monday 20th May - 6.30pm - 8.30pm
Thursday 13th June - 6.30pm - 8.30pm
Saturday 15th June - 9am - 11am
Location:
Classes will be held at Ariane's studio - 18 Dawson Street, Brunswick.
Refund and Cancellation Policy:
No Refund applicable, if the class is run again you will be welcome to attend so long as you gave over 48 hours cancellation notice. Not transferable to another person. To run, this class needs a minimum of 3 attendees booked in, if this is not the case 48 hours before the class begins Ariane may be in touch to re-schedule to another date
