{"product_id":"kids-sewing-course","title":"Young persons sewing course","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDates:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 7 November - 12 December 2026\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSchedule:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Every Saturday afternoon for six weeks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTime:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 2-4PM\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAges:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 10–16\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA fun and practical six-week sewing course designed for young people aged 10–16. Perfect for complete beginners, the course will introduce young makers to the sewing machine and help them develop the skills and confidence to create their own projects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWorking step by step, participants will learn how to operate a sewing machine safely, follow a sewing pattern and turn fabric into something they can use and wear. During the course, each child will make a small bag and a simple garment to take home.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe course is led by \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSarah Johnston\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, an experienced textiles teacher, freelance textile artist and former fabric-shop owner. Sarah brings a wealth of practical experience, a genuine love of sewing and a warm teaching style that helps young learners feel comfortable, capable and creative.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOver the six weeks, participants will learn:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to use a sewing machine safely and confidently\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEssential sewing tools and techniques\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to thread a machine and sew simple seams\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to understand and work from a sewing pattern\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to measure, pin and cut fabric accurately\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to make a small bag\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to construct a simple garment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat do you need to bring?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSewing machines are available, although participants are welcome to bring their own—it can be helpful to learn on the machine they will use at home.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eParticipants will need to bring fabric for their projects. This is expected to cost approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e£10–£20\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, depending on the fabric chosen. Full-size printed patterns will be provided.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a busy, hands-on course that builds skills from week to week, so we ask that participants commit to attending all six sessions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerfect for young people aged 10–16 who are excited to learn a new creative skill and experience the satisfaction of making something themselves.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpaces are limited—book now to secure a place!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Event","offers":[{"title":"General Admission","offer_id":58543903834443,"sku":null,"price":65.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0901\/7766\/7403\/files\/SEWING0907-22.jpg?v=1768508450","url":"https:\/\/hutonthegreen.com\/products\/kids-sewing-course","provider":"Hut on the Green","version":"1.0","type":"link"}