Archive for the ‘Sewing Classes’ Category

Sew Into Overlocking x1 Day Workshop

Saturday, August 24th, 2019

We are excited to launch our new x1 day workshop ??? ???Sew Into Overlocking???

with Kate Marra

Learn to use your overlocker with confidence!

Dates: Wednesday 20th OR Thursday 21st November 2019.

Sew Into Overlocking FB Ad


??? One day workshop – 9.30am until 3.30pm
??? All brands of overlockers are covered
??? 4 thread overlocking
??? 3 thread overlocking
??? Rolled hem
??? Understanding differential feed
??? Techniques for better results when stitching circles and corners
??? How to work with difficult fabrics and more!

Kit is included which is a 23 page comprehensive booklet for you to take home and all the fabrics required for the day are provided.

Morning and afternoon tea is provided.

What to bring?

Your own Overlocker and your lunch!

Early bird pricing: $197 per student per day (early bird tickets available until 31st August 2019)

Book online today, on the link below to secure your seat!

http://www.mareepigdon.com/book-a-class.html

Please hurry as we???re expecting seats to sell out fast???!

If you have any questions just let us know.

Our sewing classes are taught in a friendly, professional and uplifting environment.

We look forward to welcoming you into our sewing school!

Happy Sewing,

For more information contact:
Maree Pigdon Sewing Centre
M: +61 (0)447744776
E: [email protected]
W: www.mareepigdon.com

Sustainable Sewing Competition

Tuesday, July 23rd, 2019

Enter our Competition – Upcycle Recycle & Transform!

We are excited to announce our term 3 Sewing Competition!

Sustainable Sewing Competition - Image

HOW TO ENTER:

1. DESIGN YOUR UPCYCLING PROJECT (CLOTHING, BAG, HAT, CUSHION, TOY ETC) with your most innovative ideas for transforming an old garment into something new!

2. SEW YOUR PROJECT WITH YOUR BEST SEWING

3. POST YOUR BEFORE & AFTER PHOTO’S & YOUR STORY & INSPIRATION FOR YOUR PROJECT ON FACEBOOK & TAG MAREE PIGDON (or email it to [email protected]). Current adult & kids students, please leave your project at Rosewood Cottage for judging.

FIRST PRIZES:

* Adult current Maree Pigdon Sewing Adult Students – Private 2hr lesson with Maree!
* Kids – Free School Holiday Class at Maree Pigdon Sewing Centre
* All other online community entries ??? Online Apron Sewing Course

ENTRIES CLOSE:
Friday 20th September 2019

Terms & Conditions Apply.

We look forward to receiving your entry!

If you would like to join our sewing classes you can book your place now while there are still a few positions left at:

www.mareepigdon.com/book-a-class.html

Our sewing classes are taught in a friendly, professional and uplifting environment.

We look forward to welcoming you into our sewing school!

Happy Sewing,

For more information contact:
Maree Pigdon Sewing Centre
M: +61 (0)447744776
E: [email protected]
W: www.mareepigdon.com

Button Bonanza Sewing Competition

Wednesday, May 1st, 2019

We are super excited to announce our “BUTTON BONANZA” Sewing Competition!

Button Bonanza - Sewing Competition

HOW TO ENTER:

1. DESIGN YOUR BUTTON PROJECT (CLOTHING, BAG, TOY ETC) with your most innovative ideas on the use of buttons.

2. SEW YOUR PROJECT WITH YOUR BEST SEWING & A MINIMUM OF 5 BUTTONS

3. POST PHOTO’S & YOUR STORY & INSPIRATION FOR YOUR PROJECT ON FACEBOOK & TAG MAREE PIGDON (OR EMAIL US ). Current adult & kids students, please leave your project at Rosewood Cottage for judging.

1st PRIZES:

  • Current Maree Pigdon Sewing School Adult Students – Private 2hr lesson with Maree!
  • Kids – Free School Holiday Class at Maree Pigdon Sewing Centre
  • All other entries – The Maree Pigdon Kerry & Rosie Bag Patterns

Judging Criteria:

  • 5 points – Technical sewing skills and the finish of your project
  • 10 points – Creativity – Interesting and unusual designs using buttons!
  • 10 points – Inspiration behind your entry, write your story.

ENTRIES CLOSE:

Friday 28th June 2019

INSPIRATION:

Check out the winning entries of our term 1 sewing competition ‘Design with Denim’ HERE

Buttons 02

Bag Buttons 01

Buttons 06

 

Shirt Buttons 02

Pillow Buttons 03


Shirt Bow Tie Button


Buttons 03

Contasting Buttons Dress

Contasting Buttons Dress 02

Hat Buttons

Hat Buttons 2

We look forward to receiving your entry to our Button Bonanza Sewing Competition!

Terms & Conditions Apply.

If you would like to join our sewing classes you can book your place now at:

www.mareepigdon.com/book-a-class.html

Our sewing classes are taught in a friendly, professional and uplifting environment.

We look forward to welcoming you into our sewing school!

Happy Sewing,

For more information contact:
Maree Pigdon Sewing Centre
M: +61 (0)447744776
E: [email protected]
W: www.mareepigdon.com