Intermediate Sewing Class - Wash Bag - Evening Class

Learn how to make a beautiful lined, zip-up wash bag.



2 x 2.5 hours Class size 1 to 6 guests       £65

This class is aimed at folks who've attended a beginner's sewing class and would like to progress their skills.
During this workshop, you will make a gorgeous make-up or wash bag that is lined and has a zipper to close.
During the beginner's class, you will have mastered how to set up a sewing machine – winding the bobbin, threading the machine, and controlling the speed and direction of sewing – then making a cushion cover!
Taking this to the next level, you can easily progress onto fitting a zip, lining, and precision in cutting and sewing a smaller item - i.e. the washbag.
After this class, you'll be ready to join our dressmaking class and start making your own clothes!

Upcoming dates for Intermediate Sewing Class - Wash Bag - Evening Class

Times are London time. Dates and prices as of 7 Oct 2026, 7:31pm; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.

1 upcoming date between 13 Oct 2026 and 13 Oct 2026.

  • Tue 13 Oct 2026, 6:15pm-8:45pm then Tue 20 Oct, 6:15pm-8:45pm
What you'll get
  • All materials are included in this workshop.
  • Tea and coffee are provided.
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Knowledge required
Intermediate - Must have attended a beginner's sewing class or be able to thread a sewing machine without supervision and sew in straight and curved lines.
What to bring
Just yourself and a 'can-do' attitude.
You are welcome to bring along your own machine or use one in the studio.
This class is run over two evenings and teaches the same skills as the full-day intermediate sewing workshop, which is run on Saturdays.
Session repeats

This class series runs over 2 consecutive sessions, which are 1 week apart.

Location

St Margaret's House (Edinburgh Palette) - Studio 5.10, 151 London Road, Edinburgh

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  • 5/5 from Christina Flucker, attended Jun 2026: My friend and I have had a wholesome time with the sewcial club. We completed our beginners and intermediate class. We’re both looking forward to doing our next step, 6 week dressmaking. Thank you. ️
  • 5/5 from Kerryn Kirkpatrick, attended Apr 2026: Robyn was lovely and a great teacher! Gained a lot of confidence and skills. Thank you.
  • 5/5 from Jen Jenkins, attended Apr 2026: Relaxed pace and lovely space to learn. Really enjoyable class with good demonstration of techniques and help when needed. Thank you!
  • 5/5 from Charlotte Willoughby, attended Mar 2026: An amazing instructor who made the class fun and easy to follow. I learnt new skills after sewing for years.
  • 5/5 from Edward Paul Szekely, attended Jan 2026: Absolutely fantastic classes, very helpful tuition about techniques I had no experience of, lovely fabrics to choose from and a great product at the end! 100%
  • 5/5 from Jessica Shields, attended Jan 2026: We had a brilliant time making our little pouches with Emma. She provided such a warm and welcoming environment, and was clearly so skilled and knowledgeable and explained everything so well. The class was really well structured to give plenty of time for explanation, working through the techniques and time at the end to try out other skills. Emma even helped me understand where I had gone wrong on another project.
  • 5/5 from Emilie, attended Jan 2026: It was so satisfying to learn by making a small bag! Love the bag as well. After this class, I am definitely going to buy my own sewing machine and register to the garment making class in a few months when I have some time!
  • 5/5 from Katie Ogilvie, attended Jan 2026: I really enjoyed learning to make a wash bag and chatting with some lovely people.
  • 5/5 from Abi, attended Jan 2026: Was gifted a voucher for a sewing class and went along to the intermediate. Made a lovely wee washbag and learn some new techniques under the clear instruction of our teacher. Looking forward to getting back for more classes soon!
  • 5/5 from Eloise Jacob, attended Jan 2026: Went to this class a few months after doing the beginner's sewing course and it was just as fantastic- the teacher was super lovely, patient and helpful. We ended up finishing our bags a little early on the second day so we got some extra time to learn hemming and button holes on scrap fabric as a bonus!
  • 5/5 from Nora Winje, attended Jan 2026: This was my second class with Emma (after beginners).Emma is knowledgeable and gives easy to understand instructions along with explanations on techniques. Lots of individual attention too. She is an excellent teacher. I thought the level of skills taught in this class were perfect for intermediates.
  • 5/5 from Niamh, attended Oct 2025: Great teaching and learning experience. Super easy to follow and had such confidence that if I was falling behind/something wasn't working, I would catch up easily.
  • 5/5 from Sharon Byrne, attended Oct 2025: Enjoyed the class and meeting new people, Emma was great and shared lots of tips, love my new wash bag, can't wait to try and make another now I know how to. Recommend this course and will look to book myself onto another.
  • 5/5 from Cara Hernandez, attended Sep 2025: Joined the intermediate class to make a wash bag. I found it quite a bit more challenging than the beginners class but the teachers (Cerri & Emma) were incredibly supportive and demonstrated the process step by step which was easy to follow. There was a big emphasis on making the class fun and, even though I made mistakes, the teachers did a great job of helping me to make corrections without feeling embarrassed about not getting it right the first time.
  • 5/5 from Zoe Smith, attended Aug 2025: Wonderful class, fantastic teacher! It had been a while between my beginners class and the intermediate class and I had forgotten some basic things but this was no problem and remedied quickly with some quick reminders. Really encouraging teacher and nothing was too much! I would 100% recommend this class to anyone wanting to give sewing a go and/learning a new skill.
  • 5/5 from Ruth, attended Jun 2025: Another fantastic class by Edinburgh Sewcial! Really easy to follow and great tips for the future. Emma was so patient! I can’t wait for the next one!
  • 5/5 from Manuela Calchini-Smith, attended Jun 2025: Emma was a great teacher, giving clear instructions and sharing great tips. I came away with a fab wash bag which will be very handy for holidays and I am planning on making a few more at home as presents.
  • 5/5 from Lynda Campbell, attended May 2025: Was great fun. I liked that the class was small and meant Emma could give everyone help/advice when required. Highly recommend.
  • 5/5 from Katrina Hadland, attended May 2025: Great teaching, well paced, lovely fabrics to choose from. Small class which meant you always got the help you needed. Will definitely be back. Thanks!
  • 5/5 from Elizabeth Boakes, attended Apr 2025: I made a really professional looking bag and the class gave me the confidence to believe I could actually replicate this again at home on my own! Thank you!
  • 5/5 from Malgorzata Grzelka, attended Apr 2025: The class was conducted in a relaxed atmosphere with plenty of individual advice and support when needed. There was lots of time for everyone to complete each step of the process. The provided fabrics are gorgeous, and the complete piece is fully functional and presentable! Drinks and snacks provided at the class ensured no one was left impatient to finish, despite it being a dinner time class :D
  • 5/5 from Narcisa Gambier, attended Apr 2025: I’ve just finished the intermediate sewing course after doing the beginners one at the end of last year, and both have been absolutely brilliant! Cerri is a fantastic teacher. Really easy-going, supportive, and there’s never any judgement. Her teaching style makes it such a fun and encouraging space to learn. I enjoyed these so much I’ve already booked onto the garment making course. Can't recommend enough!
  • 5/5 from Angela McLeod, attended Jan 2025: Emma is an excellent teacher. She explains everything really well step by step and is more than happy to help anyone with any questions. Highly recommend this class.
  • 5/5 from Victoria, attended Jan 2025: I was gifted the class as a Christmas present and absolutely loved the experience. Cerri has endless patience and brings so much fun to the class. It was amazing to have made something entirely from scratch and gained so many new skills along the way. Thank you!
  • 5/5 from Hannah Burley, attended Jan 2025: Really recommend this class. The teacher was so patient and knowledgeable, and all of us produced a lovely end product. Cerri really took the time to answer all our questions and explain things in detail. I'll definitely be booking on the garment making course
  • 5/5 from Angus Hannay, attended Jan 2025: Hi, the course was really enjoyable. It was great to learn how to put a zip in and some techniques of how to finish off the washbag. Kerry was fantastic. Very fun, relaxed, chatty and knowledgeable. The thing I liked the most was the look of delight on my wife's face when I gave her her new washbag!! A big thanks to Kerry and the team behind the scenes.
  • 5/5 from Katie Hall, attended Jan 2025: Really great class. They take the time to run through everything in detail and help you. Great class and gives you confidence to do it yourself.
  • 5/5 from Ali Kerr, attended Sep 2024: Excellent class! It really inspired me to try more at home - would really recommend it
  • 5/5 from Linda Hutton, attended Sep 2024: This was my second class at the Edinburgh Sewcial and this time I made a lovely washbag. I really enjoyed it and felt like I learned so much! Would definitely recommend!
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The Edinburgh Sewcial Club
The Edinburgh Sewcial Club

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The Edinburgh Sewcial Club first opened its doors in 2014 teaching garment making, sewing machine skills, pattern cutting, embroidery and other textiles crafts to people of all ages, levels of ability and experience in evening and weekend workshops and courses in Meadowbank, Edinburgh.
Our relaxing, fun, social classes are a great way to try something new and learn a practical craft and skill!
Now, as well as dressmaking and sewing there are also a number of other textile crafts taught, beading, embroidery, upcycling & mending even fleece mermaid tail blankets! Our 'sewcial club' is a friendly environment to get creative!
Come and discover what you can do!

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