Level 1 Basic Beginners Sewing Machine Class

Recent reviews of Level 1 Basic Beginners Sewing Machine Class

• 5/5 from Madelaine Macgregor, attended Sep 2026: Fabulous. So clearly explained and it’s fun and creative. Cerri really makes it so easy to understand, she goes over instructions carefully and allows the perfect amount of practice, each learning stage is built up so that you have the confidence at the end to use the basics of the sewing machine. At the end you cone away with a beautiful pin cushion!
• 5/5 from Rachel Seligman, attended Sep 2026: Last minute booking to accompany my wife on this course, and it was absolutely fantastic fun. Learnt loads and keen to book in and do the next levels. We will book in for the level 2 as soon as dates suit and have left this evening with a hugely increased knowledge and confidence as a total machine beginner. Thank you. Great fun and Cerri was patient and a fabulous teacher. Plenty room. Brought my own machine and she tailored the teaching to it. Snacks offered and plenty hot drinks to keep us sustained.
• 5/5 from Lisa Doig, attended Sep 2026: Absolutely loved it! Cerri is a great teacher. It was interesting, fun and a great experience
• 5/5 from Margaret Waugh, attended Sep 2026: Amazing class. Cerri is so patient and explains instructions in easy to follow basic terms. Classes are small and friendly Joined the class to understand my new sewing machine and achieved this with Cerris help. Have already booked for the level 2 class. Margaret
• 5/5 from Cait Denney, attended Aug 2026: Loved the class and how it was taught. We’d learnt a basic step and then built upon it. It was a lot of information in bite sized pieces which was great. Can wait to go back for the next few classes.
• 5/5 from Kirsty Jackson, attended Aug 2026: This is good course for a refresher if you haven’t touch your machine in years or a beginner course. Kerry was great. She was very patient, good fun and explained everything(a few times if you wanted her too).
• 5/5 from Susan Leckie, attended Aug 2026: Cerri is enthusiastic, patient and great at imparting skills and information. A fun and productive afternoon.
• 5/5 from Caroline Welsh, attended Aug 2026: Loved the course! Pace was just right, explanations clear and lots of great tips. Thank you.
• 5/5 from Joanne Adair, attended Aug 2026: Learning basic sewing skills in a small relaxed setting was just what I needed. Looking forward to booking more sessions to extend my sewing skills
• 5/5 from Lorna Jarrett, attended Aug 2026: I attended the basic/ beginners sewing class with cerri at sew gallus.It was brilliant, relaxed and i learned exactly what i wanted to. Shes a brilliant teacher and i feel much more confident in using a sewing machine.
• 5/5 from Amar Lahouaoula, attended Aug 2026: Very enjoyable and beneficial, Ghsnks
• 5/5 from Yahkiyah Kusi-Mensah, attended Aug 2026: Amazing class! So patient and extremely thorough. I would recommend to all my friends and family.
• 5/5 from Lucy Zeitoun, attended Aug 2026: What a wonderful and fun afternoon!☀️ Our teacher was very kind and patient, we covered all the bases to learn how to use the sewing machine. What I loved the most, was being able to create something with everything we were thought, I feel so happy and proud Thank you so much for everything!
• 4/5 from Jillian Purdie, attended Aug 2026: Learned how to make a pin cushion, how to thread your sewing machine and how to sew in a straight / curved lines. Patient tutor and easy to talk too.
• 5/5 from Anne Duncan, attended Jul 2026: I would highly recommend this beginers course. I had loads of fun learning how to set up the sewing machine, learning sewing techniques and making a pin cushion to take home. Cerri is an excellent tutor. I give a 10/10 rating. I've already booked onto level 2 :)
• 5/5 from Fionna O'Leary, attended Jul 2026: Great class, perfect for beginners. Cerri was a great teacher and my daughter and I had a beautiful Sunday afternoon learning a new skill together. Lovely studio. All in all a 5* experience!
• 5/5 from Lillie, attended Jul 2026: A great introduction to sewing using a machine and making a pin cushion. Kerry was a great teacher and structured the class with a perfect balance of learning and fun. The small class size allowed for plenty learning space and time for troubleshooting any issues.
• 5/5 from Shannon Wink, attended Jul 2026: I took a chance and booked this class - I was nervous at first but Cerri made me feel comfortable and like no question was a stupid one. The techniques learned were great and proper time was taken so that everyone in the class understood and no one got left behind - I will definitely be booking onto level 2!
• 5/5 from Sarah Lawrie, attended Jul 2026: This is a great class and I would highly recommend it to anyone new to a sewing machine or looking to have a refresher. I now feel more confident to try things on my own machine and will hopefully book on to more courses. Thanks Cerri!
• 5/5 from Terry McNamee, attended Jul 2026: Really enjoyed the introductory class, learning to use a sewing machine. Cerri, the presenter was warm, friendly and extremely knowledgeable. She took you through each stage carefully so that you were able to learn about how to operate the machine and practice each technique. Individual attention was given when requested or required! As a result, the small group of attendees successfully made an pin cushion to take away. I now have the confidence to practice more at home and no doubt will book further courses with Cerri. She was a joy to work with!
• 5/5 from Rebecca Hoffman, attended Jun 2026: Great intro lesson in a lovely wee studio. Cerri went at a great pace for everyone & was really friendly and helpful. The time flew in, looking forward to level 2.
• 5/5 from Sarah Gregor, attended Jun 2026: Feeling inspired and confident to do more machine sewing and am loving my new pin cushion :)
• 5/5 from Ana Melendez, attended Jun 2026: I really enjoyed the sewing lesson! Kerri was so patient and encouraging. I would like to take more lessons with her.
• 5/5 from Symoniez Clouston, attended Jun 2026: Cerri is a lovely teacher. She’s very patient and answered all our questions. I joined the class to learn about my sewing machine. I am now able to understand how and when to adjust the tension, which was my main issue; how to place the bobbin in the shuttle in terms of thread direction, and how to use my Brother sewing machine. She also demonstrated a tip on how to easily thread the needle in the machine, which works for me. She advised to bring my machine to class so I am now very confident to start sewing my various sewing projects. I will definitely do another type of class with her in the near future.
• 5/5 from Alexandra Park, attended May 2026: Cerri created such an amazing atmosphere as an instructor. She was so welcoming and relaxed while at the same time was good at keeping things moving from one section to the next. Would 100% recommend her class to anyone new to sewing!!
• 5/5 from Libby King, attended May 2026: This was a great beginner’s class, good amount of show then do. Cerri had right level of patience and sense of humour, yet always aware of health and safety. Fun, productive afternoon spent with strangers who became partners in crime very quickly (Alexandra and Jenny). Thoroughly recommend it and have just booked for Level 2.
• 5/5 from Joyce Fletcher, attended May 2026: The instruction was detailed and easy to follow with plenty of time to practice. The pin cushion project was a good way to practice the skills and make something useful for future sewing projects. Very enjoyable class and we will be back for future classes.
• 5/5 from Rachael Hay, attended May 2026: A really interesting class. Good valye for money and feel like I learned a lot. Will definitely book in for some more advanced classes soon
• 5/5 from Michelle O'Toole, attended May 2026: Excellent class pitched at exactly the right level with basic instruction and confidence building tasks. Thanks a lot!
• 5/5 from Miss Cammie J Allan, attended May 2026: I thoroughly enjoyed the beginners sewing class with Cerri! Her instructions are easy to follow, and no question is too silly to ask. Whether you are reacquainting yourself with using a sewing machine or a complete beginner she puts you are ease and makes you feel confident in your sewing journey.
• 5/5 from Lorraine Butler, attended May 2026: The atmosphere was very friendly and welcoming, and the instructor explained everything clearly, making it easy to follow. I felt supported throughout and found the whole experience enjoyable. I’ll be returning for the next level.
• 5/5 from Sharon Tumblety, attended Apr 2026: Really enjoyed the class. Nice friendly and relaxed atmosphere. Small class size and learned loads.
• 5/5 from Jacqui Walton, attended Apr 2026: This class was a fantastic introduction to the sewing machine. Cerri offered a welcoming environment and offered lots of support. We were given plenty of time to practice each step, then time to practice all we had learned, and still had time to make and complete a project!
• 5/5 from Karen McCay, attended Apr 2026: A really practical and helpful beginner sewing course. For me it was about refreshing my skills and confidence with my own sewing machine. Good pace and Kerry was patient and helpful with a relaxed environment to work in. Looking forward to getting myself booked on level 2 sewing next!
• 5/5 from Alice Séguret, attended Apr 2026: I attended the Beginner's course (Level 1), and loved it! I had never used a sewing machine before and Cerri created a relaxed and stimulating atmosphere where we learned to thread the machine, use different stitches, adjust tension and make a pin cushion. I really liked the small class size and the interactive nature of the course, and that we got to create something on our first class! Looking forward to Level 2 :)
• 5/5 from Jillian Brannan, attended Apr 2026: This class was a great introduction to using a sewing machine. Cerri is very patient and gives really clear step by step instructions. Classes are small so there's excellent one to one attention when needed. The time flew by - it was great fun. Such an enjoyable way to spend the afternoon and left with useful practical skills and a lovely pin cushion. Definitely want to return to do a more advanced class. Thoroughly recommend.
• 5/5 from Anne Young, attended Mar 2026: Brilliant! I wanted to learn the basics of sewing using a sewing machine. Cerri our tutor was amazing. Very patient, clear instructions and very supportive. Making it a fun and informative afternoon. Friendly and relaxed atmosphere. Came home very chuffed with my own little pin cushion. Highly recommend! Xx
• 5/5 from Noreen Butler, attended Mar 2026: Really enjoyed this class. Cerri was great and l learnt lots! Lovely group and a fun afternoon
• 5/5 from Stacey Taylor, attended Mar 2026: Went to the class with my sister and niece. Really good class to learn how to use the sewing machine and get started. Between us there was a mix of knowledge but Ceri pitched it perfectly to ensure all of us were supported. Ceri is a lovely and engaging teacher, loved the class and love my wee pin cushion.
• 5/5 from Ceri Evans, attended Mar 2026: As an absolute beginner with no experience sewing or using a sewing machine, the class was brilliant. I learnt so much, about setting up the sewing machine to how the different settings work, and I made my first pin cushion ,lol. Cerri is very supportive,informative and explains everything clearly and makes it fun and relaxed. I enjoyed it so.much I'm signing up for more classes
• 5/5 from Arianne Robertson, attended Feb 2026: After learning to sew when younger I wanted to refresh my skills. Cerri’s class was fantastic, lots of great tips and tricked only someone who has experience would know! She has a great teaching style and is happy to help at every stage! I would love to book into the next level! Thanks for a great experience!
• 5/5 from Caroline Scott, attended Feb 2026: Loved this class. Great relaxed vibe, but really thorough overview of techniques. I've already booked the next class. I had been planning to go to a two day intensive course with another provider but glad I went with Sew Gallus instead as I think staggering the lessons is a much better approach and more manageable.
• 5/5 from Sonya Wilkinson, attended Feb 2026: The teacher was very knowledgeable and tuned in to each individual. She gave lots of good troubleshooting advice relevant to my personal machine. There was a lot packed in to the 3 hrs so felt like good value for money. Easy to book and lots of add on or follow on options. Will definitely be booking another session.
• 5/5 from Julianna Francis-Falls, attended Jan 2026: What a fab intro to sewing. Location was easy to find and free parking. Loved that you are encouraged to bring your own machine and very impressed with Cerri swiftly changing from each to show us. The time flew by, I now have a good idea of how to use my machine and took home my first project (pin cushion). Would highly recommend for anyone with no clue and no confidence, Cerri was really clear, encouraging and friendly! Makes a decent brew as well
• 5/5 from David Macfarlane, attended Jan 2026: Very well presented class covering the basics of machine sewing...with a good few insights from a very experienced exponent of the skill.....
• 5/5 from Thomas Billam, attended Jan 2026: I’d highly recommend this class to anyone keen to get into sewing! Cerri is a brilliant facilitator and knows how to teach to all skill levels in a relaxed and fun way!! Would definitely be keen to come along again! Thank you! Calum
• 5/5 from Karen Lennen, attended Jan 2026: I attended a beginners sewing class with Sew Gallus. I loved this class I found it very informative and Cerri was brilliant at explaining it all. Looking forward to doing more of her classes and I would highly recommend this for anyone with an interest in learning how to sew.
• 5/5 from Jo Massie, attended Jan 2026: Very good teacher, made everything super clear
• 5/5 from Priya, attended Jan 2026: Totally recommend Cerri's beginners workshop - it was definitely a fantastic introduction to Sewing! The group was lovely and Cerri was friendly and approachable from the get-go. Clearly she is very very experienced and was able to teach on multiple machines giving us a very rounded view of the basics. I already was interested in sewing but now after the session, I feel confident enough to get my own machine and start trying to make stuff! I will definitely be back for more of her workshops soon again! Thank you Cerri.
• 5/5 from Gabriela Codeus, attended Jan 2026: I really enjoy the workshop, Cerri is very nice and accomodating.She gave us precise instructions on how to get to the location. Has new machines, all the materials needed, and lots of passion for what she s doing. Not only I got new skills, but also a cute, little needle cushion made with my very own hands . Thank you Cerri, for sure I ll recommend your workshop to my friends.