7-Week Adult’s Dressmaking in Tuam

Bring your own sewing machine along

€154.00€119.00

LEARN TO SEW AT YOUR OWN PACE

When: Friday, 6.30 – 8.00 pm

Where: Family and Youth Centre, Tuam, Co. Galway

Dates: 06/11, 13/11, 20/11, 27/11, 04/12, 11/12, 18/12

Who can join: Anyone; no sewing experience is necessary.

We provide: Patterns.

Required materials: Fabric (cotton is recommended for beginners) and a sewing kit containing basic tools such as bobbins, scissors, thread, and buttons.


This self-paced course introduces foundational sewing techniques for beginners and guides you toward intermediate garment construction, tailored to your preferences.

Topics include:

  • Sewing machine setup, threading, and safe operation

  • Fundamental stitches and seam techniques

  • Identifying fabric types and selecting appropriate materials

  • Pattern reading and layout techniques

  • Cutting and pinning methods

  • Garment construction processes

  • Adding buttonholes, pockets and zips

  • Finishing techniques, such as hems, edge finishes and closures

Participants will begin with basic projects and progress to intermediate projects as their confidence and skills develop.

If you're at an intermediate level and confident adding buttonholes, zips, pockets, interfacing, and more, feel free to jump right into a project you're passionate about. No need to go through the introductory skills. Dive in and get creative!

Make it, Wear it, Love it.

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