Spend a week in Italy and learn to use a sewing machine! If you want a holiday where you take home a new hobby instead of photographs and souvenirs, this might be the holiday for you.
This holiday is 7 nights/6 days long, with 4 days in the Studio and 2 days to relax or explore – see What is included?
This holiday assumes no knowledge of – or experience in – using a sewing machine.
Techniques covered:
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- threading.
- tension.
- different stitches – straight, zig zag, satin.
- sewing straight, sewing accurately
- what about the fraying edges?
- achieving a good finish.
- cutting straight.
- stitching a seam and a hem.
- hand stitching to close an opening.
- boxing corners.
- couching with ribbon.
- making and attaching a patch pocket.
- using bias binding.
- attaching a lining.
- IF there is time – inserting a zip
WHAT YOU WILL MAKE:
- an infinity scarf
- a fabric storage basket
- an apron decorated with couched ribbon
- a lined tote bag decorated with appliqué
- IF there is time – a simple zipped make-up bag/pencil case
Below is an example of how your week might be organised:
STUDIO DAY 1 – The day will begin with an introduction to the sewing machine – threading, stitching straight, understanding the settings and dials. You will make an infinity scarf using your new skills!
STUDIO DAY 2 – You’ll make a fabric storage basket, useful for threads, fabrics, toiletries, gifts…
STUDIO DAY 3 – You will make an apron decorated with strips of ribbon. The product includes a creating and attaching a lined patch pocket, and bias binding, turning a hem and securing ties. 
STUDIO DAY 4 – Today you will make a lined tote bag decorated with appliqué. Appliqué is a versatile, decorative technique – you can use it to add pattern to tea towels, cushions… anything, really! It’s a great way to practice your new sewing machine shills.
See page “WHAT IS INCLUDED?” or contact me for further information. mailto: info@textileholiday.com
Review for a similar “Learn to Sew” holiday:
I just spent a wonderful week with Bronwen and John and it was really amazing. I wanted to learn how to sew and Bronwen is a wonderful teacher, you feel she loves her job. She is clear, organized, flexible, and full of patience and creativity. At the same time, the house is amazing, and my room was full of charm. I could have plenty of rest and relax going for a walk or riding bicycle. The landscapes are beautiful and peaceful. I wanted to improve my English and they help me also with this! Bronwen and John are full of kindness, they did everything to make my stay perfect and I can say they succeeded 100%. Irina Kohan
