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Our mission is to improve mental wellbeing through our workshops and experiences. We curate our teachers and hosts carefully to ensure that they are of high quality.
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Complete your first sewing project in just 2 hours at this fun and relaxed class in South London.
ClassBento donates
50p
with every booking to
2 hours 15 mins
1 to 10
(public classes),
6 to 12
(private)
(private classes)
£60
What you'll do
If you’ve always wanted to learn to sew, this class is for you. By the end of the lesson, you will be confidently threading a sewing machine and finishing up a tote bag or an envelope cushion to show off with pride.This London sewing class will set you up to continue your sewing adventure at home or tackle one of Make Mee's dressmaking classes. Let the fun begin!During the class, you’ll learn:
- How to thread a sewing machine.
- How to wind a bobbin.
- How to sew a hem and finish seams neatly.
- How to use a simple pattern.
- How to apply basic sewing skills to make a tote bag or an envelope cushion.
What you'll get
All sewing tools and equipment will be provided. We’ll also provide you with cushion inserts if you opt to sew the cushion cover.
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Recent reviews of Beginner Sewing Workshop: Make a Cushion or a Tote Bag
- 5/5 from Danielle Fregeau, attended Aug 2025: Great class, very helpful for those who are just getting started in their sewing journey! A big plus that you leave with a finished product as well. Thank you!
- 5/5 from Martha, attended Sep 2024: I enjoyed making a cushion for the first time at make mee studio.It was a small class and really lovely teachers.Great experience. I will recommend it 100%I will definitely go again to try some of the other classes
- 5/5 from Lara Platt, attended Sep 2024: Super happy with the cushion I made and the lovely support I had whilst making it. It is now sitting elegantly on my sofa, and would still like to know the name of the pattern on it so I can make more like it...!
- 5/5 from Olivia Dingreville, attended Feb 2024: It was a great class. I am an absolute beginner and was not too confident I was actually going to leave with something I made. The instructor was lovely, super patient and overall it was a great atmosphere.
- 5/5 from Jennifer Filby, attended Feb 2024: Annie was a lovely, very patient teacher. I really enjoyed the session and was so impressed that I had a finished cushion cover to take home. Thank you!
- 5/5 from Zoe Dudgeon, attended Jan 2024: Great class, really instructive and lots of fun. Just hoping I can retain all the knowledge! Would book another class with them.
- 5/5 from Sophie Kingham, attended Nov 2023: It was such a lovely session, the instructor was friendly and patient, and I feel confident on a sewing machine now! Also got to take home a cushion, would definitely recommend
- 5/5 from Lorraine Lewis, attended Oct 2023: I had an amazing time. I walked in with some material and I left with a perfect cushion. Okay, that's a lie, the cushion was way less than perfect but I am very happy with it! Looking forward to signing up for other classes.
- 5/5 from Natasha Trendall, attended Sep 2023: Loved this lesson. Hadn't sewn since school and I came away with a handy tote bag! I'll be signing up for more classes
- 5/5 from Lara Platt, attended Sep 2023: A really nice way to spend a Thursday evening, love learning a new skill, thank you
- 5/5 from Melinda Holohan, attended Jul 2023: So much fun I decided to book in on the 5 week course. The instructors were so welcoming and helpful. Would highly recommend.
- 5/5 from Alexandra Ampofo, attended Jun 2023: Had a great time at the beginners sewing class, I learnt the basic on how to use a sewing machine, we also made a tote bag. The course was easy to follow and suitable for people of different abilities. Will be returning for sure!
- 5/5 from Lin Mirams, attended Jun 2023: I have a good time learning the basic sewing skills and how to use the sewing machine. Much appreciate the tutors.
- 4/5 from Charlene Musgrave, attended May 2023: Great course. Happy to have something done by the end. Supportive guidance throughout. Booked another course after this.
- 5/5 from Bethan Parry, attended Apr 2023: Very informative class. Teacher was extremely patient and knowledgeable. Love the cushion I made and received lots of compliments about it. Thank you.
- 5/5 from Catharina Claes, attended Apr 2023: Great class to get creative. Loved to see how fast one can create something as useful as a cushion cover! Great guidance and help. Lots of fun!
- 5/5 from Stella Storino, attended Jan 2023: Loved the cushion making course! Our teacher was super clear and dynamic. The group was small so she was able to help everyone.
- 5/5 from Polly South, attended Jan 2023: Such a fantastically helpful and well paced class for beginners! Big thank you!
Your teacher
Make Mee Studio is run by Tracey & Jaime. We are two enthusiastic life long sewers (both sewing since were 7 & 5 years old!) We love sharing our making skills with others. We have over 10 years of combined teaching experience working with children and adults.We offer sewing lesson, alterations, makes and commissions in our Brockley-based studio and are active in our local community offering workshops to anyone and everyone who will sit down at a sewing machine with us!
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