Beginner to Intermediate

Sew a Softie

Hand & Machine Sewing Craft Workshop (Ages 12+)

5 hours

Max 6 students

Level 1, 39–43 Shepherd St, Marrickville

Looking for a creative workshop for a teen — or a fun day to share together?

In this playful one-day soft toy workshop, students will learn the foundations of machine sewing and embroidery while designing and making their own completely unique monster.

Cute and cuddly? Weird and wonderful? Dark and dramatic? Every softie will be one of a kind.

Join Ros for this engaging 6-hour workshop where creativity leads the way and real sewing skills are built step by step.

Ages 12+ welcome — perfect for teens, parents and creative friends.

SKILL LEVEL: BEGINNER -Suitable for beginners ready to learn -No prior embroidery experience required -Ages 12 years and up welcome.

Why you'll love this course

Design and create a totally original monster

Learn both machine sewing and embroidery basics

Small group class (3–6 students) for personalised support

Sewing machines provided

Encouraging, confidence-building environment

A finished softie to proudly take home

This is a hands-on, confidence-building workshop where students leave with real skills — not just a craft project.

What you will learn

How to cut your pattern and fabric accurately

Basic embroidery stitches — running stitch, whip stitch and blanket stitch

Machine sewing fundamentals — straight stitch and zig zag

Working with felt and embroidery cotton

How to securely attach arms and legs

How to stuff and finish a softie neatly

Our goal is to have your monster completed during class time.

Class format

6 hour workshop

3–6 students per class

Step-by-step guided instruction

Relaxed, supportive studio environment

Students are guided carefully through each stage, building skills and confidence throughout the day.

What's included

Sewing machines for your use — students learn on the Bernina 335 and Brother Innov-is A80

Softie pattern and printed instructions to take home

Body fabric (choice of colour scheme), felt, embroidery thread, embroidery needles and stuffing

6 hours of expert tuition

Tea and coffee throughout the day

What to bring

Fun!

Your teacher

Ros Bellenger

Ros started as a Usefulbox student and now teaches beginner sewing, softies and craft. Warm, kind and encouraging, she creates a relaxed space to build confidence. With a background as a TV casting agent, she brings great people skills and a generous approach to teaching.

$165per person

Choose a date

Sun, 14 June

12:00 AM – 5:00 AM

with Ros Bellenger

5 spots available

$165

Level 1, 39–43 Shepherd St, Marrickville

Access via stairs only