Class Levels and Abilities

Here is a guideline of how your sewing skills match the workshops. Please note there are always exceptions to the rule, so if you are unsure , please don’t hesitate to contact us at The Stitchery to chat about what is suitable for you.

 
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New Sewist

  • Absolute beginner

  • No sewing experience (maybe you took sewing at school, but have not sewn since)

  • Have not used a sewing machine before

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Beginner Sewist

  • Basic sewing experience (you have sewn in the past 2 years)

  • Understands the basic's of sewing, can construct a seam

  • Can thread a sewing machine on their own.

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Confident Beginner Sewist

  • Confident with using a sewing machine

  • Has sewn a project within the last 12 months

  • Can construct simple projects and techniques

  • Has basic understanding of sewing patterns, how to measure themselves and can pick their size

  • Is looking to advance their sewing techniques

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Intermediate Sewist

  • Can construct simple sewing projects and garments

  • Can follow a sewing pattern with confidence

  • Are ready to learn more advanced sewing techniques and tackle more challenging projects

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Advanced Sewist

  • Are a confident sewer who has made numerous garments using sewing patterns

  • Comfortable with using a variety of fabrics

  • Have some experience with fitting & small pattern alterations