Beginner Sewing Course
At Make It & Take It, you don’t just learn theory — you build real skills and Leave with something you made yourself
Perfect if you’ve never touched a machine or want to start properly.
Confidence starts with your very first stitch.
The most beautiful things begin with fabric, patience, and a beginner willing to try.
The Beginner Sewing Course at Make It & Take It Sewing Studio is designed for absolute beginners who want to learn to sew properly from the start. Whether you’ve never touched a sewing machine or feel unsure about your skills, this course gently builds your confidence step-by-step in a supportive and creative studio environment.
Over four weekly classes, you’ll learn essential sewing techniques while creating real projects you can proudly take home.
This course runs monthly, allowing new students to join regularly.
What You'll Learn
Understand how a sewing machine work
Thread and control your machine confidently
Sew straight lines, curves and corners
Understand basic seam finishes
Work with simple patterns
Cut fabric correctly
Assemble garments and projects
Finish garments neatly and professionally
You’ll also gain the confidence to continue sewing independently at home.
What You'll Make
Throughout the course you’ll complete beginner-friendly garments and projects such as:
• A small cosmetic bag/bag or cushion cover in week 2
• A simple dress or skirt in week 3 and finish in week 4
Each project is designed to teach a new skill while producing a wearable item.
Weekly Course Breakdown
WEEK 1
Sewing Machine Basics
Learn your machine, threading, tension, safety and basic stitching. Practice controlling the machine and fabric around corners and curves.
WEEK 2
Essential Sewing Techniques
Basic fabric knowledge and cutting techniques. Learn seams, hems and neat finishing methods by making your first item to BRAG about!
WEEK 3
Patterns & Construction
How to measure and determine your pattern size. How to make basic pattern adjustments. Fabric layout, cutting and assembling 2nd item.
WEEK 4
Professional Finishing Skills
Learn garment construction techniques, improve fit and finishes. Complete your final garment with confidence and say "I MADE IT!".
Why Students Love This Course
Small supportive classes
Clear step-by-step guidance
Real wearable projects
Learn at a comfortable pace
Friendly creative environment
Build confidence quickly
The April course schedule is :
✨ Wednesdays: 8 April, 15 April, 22 April, 29 April | 09:00 – 12:00
✨ Thursdays: 9 April, 16 April, 23 April, 30 April | 09:00 – 12:00
✨ Saturdays: 11 April, 18 April, 25 April, 2 May | 09:00 – 12:00
By the end of the course, many students feel confident enough to start their own sewing projects or continue with our Essential Wardrobe Series where you learn new skills with every garment you get to make your own mix and match clothing wardrobe.
April 2026 Schedule
Wednesdays
4 Week Course: 3 Hour Sessions
8 April
9am-12pm
15 April
9am-12pm
22 April
9am-12pm
29 April
9am-12pm
8 April | 15 April | 22 April | 29 April
8 April
8 April
15 April
22 April
29 April
Thursdays
4 Week Course: 3 Hour Sessions
9 April | 16 April | 23 April | 30 April
8 April
8 April
15 April
22 April
29 April
9 April
9am-12pm
16 April
9am-12pm
23 April
9am-12pm
30 April
9am-12pm
Saturdays
4 Week Course: 3 Hour Sessions
11 April | 18 April | 25 April | 2 May
8 April
8 April
15 April
22 April
29 April
11 April
9am-12pm
18 April
9am-12pm
25 April
9am-12pm
2 May
9am-12pm
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Why Women Love Make It & Take It
✔️ Small supportive classes
✔️ Clear step-by-step teaching
✔️ Real confidence building
✔️ Relaxed studio environment
✔️ Professional expertise
✔️ Beginner-friendly
You won't feel lost here.
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Make It & Take It
Alcora du Plessis
Owner, Desinger, Sewing mentor
📞 083 302 9702
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