Education Events & Courses
Overlocker Class #1 – The Basics
Come along to this first event and get to know your overlocker!
In this Overlocker Class #1 – The Basics will be exploring three and four thread setups, with your personal machine setting information and samples sewn to understand the operation of your overlocker, stitch lengths, cutting differences, tensions, differential feed, how to’s on beginning and ending seams, inside and outside corners, and rolled edges.
Your completed workbook will be a valuable resource to reference later.
Overlocker Class Requirements
Overlocker in excellent working order, recently serviced
Instruction Book for overlocker
All accessories that come with the overlocker
Machine Power Lead
Machine Foot Control
Packet of size 90 needles to suit your machine (quality needles available at the store)
Machine Knee Lever (Optional)
Overlocking thread – one cone each of blue, red, yellow and green – quality thread available at the store or buy online
Small scissors
Glue stick
Notebook
Pen
So grab your Overlocker Machine and join us to explore the great features of these industry leading machines.
Further requirements may be needed as classes progress or if you are booking into the next event (Overlocker Class #2 – Beyond The Basics) you will be notified in time to obtain items before the next session.
What’s Included?
A workbook will be supplied for completion for the event. (kit is extra cost)
Morning Tea & Lunch is Included: Here at SewMasters we like you to feel comfortable so you can focus on your education. We have taken care of you with a fresh morning tea Fruit Platter provided by Maniatis Market Middle Park delivered daily along with a superb lunch by our award winning neighbours Just Poppy’s to keep your energy levels up. Vegan, Gluten Free, Paleo, Nut Allergy… it seems everyone has a special dietary requirement these days and this is why we know it’s important to be knowledgeable and prepared for any of our attendees with special dietary requirements.
Food is all included with the price of the event and if you have any dietary requirements please email us at least 30 days prior to the event.
What to Bring?
A requirement list is listed above and we will also email out a reminder before the event starts with enough preparation time for you to gather your supplies, prior to any events.
A workbook will be supplied for completion for the event. (kit is extra cost)
If you need to place an order for any supplies or accessories please call us on (07) 3108 0043 to ensure we can acquire any stock you may need.
The SewMasters Store opens at 9am so please feel free to come in and set up your machine, order your coffee & chat to fellow attendees in time for 9.30am Sharp start!
To book your place in this course,
Please call us on (07) 3108 0043 OR book in online.
Remember we have limited spaces so be quick to book as these events sell out fast!
Workshop Terms and Conditions
Bernina Sewing Machine Mastery Course
The Bernina Sewing Machine Mastery Course is where you can learn to be the master of your Bernina sewing machine with ease like never before.
You will be learning modern techniques and skills from our dedicated Bernina Industry Educator with years of experience in both usability and technical ability.
Our educator not only has a vast and endless knowledge of Bernina dedicated usage and a technical troubleshooting background, but a relaxed and understanding method of delivery.
You will start by learning the basic navigation of the Bernina operating system platform so you understand the correct methods for stitch programming and editing of all types of sewing including dressmaking, quilting and embroidery.
We will be explaining the do`s and don`ts to improve the relationship between you and your machine and the best troubleshooting advice available.
Towards the end of your course you will have learnt the more advanced hands-on maintenance and general housekeeping techniques require to prolong the life of your machine.
We also have an on-site and on demand Bernina accredited technician to overlook and co-host our Bernina Sewing Machine Mastery Course on the fly to keep a consistent and fluent less-stress environment.
We have limited spaces available as we like to keep small numbers in our class so we can concentrate on your requirements and for you to gain the most out of this education day experience.
Please bring the following along to the class:
- Sewing Machine
- Accessories that you have for the machine
- Machine Power Lead
- Machine Foot Control
- Machine Sew Table (Optional)
- Machine Knee Lever (Optional)
- Notebook
- Pen
Course Dates:
- #1 Thursday 8th February 2024
- #2 Thursday 7th March 2024
- #3 Thursday 11th April 2024
What’s Included?
Morning Tea & Lunch is Included: Here at SewMasters we like you to feel comfortable so you can focus on your education. We have taken care of you with a fresh morning tea Fruit Platter provided by Maniatis Market Middle Park delivered daily along with a superb lunch by our award winning neighbours Just Poppy’s to keep your energy levels up. Vegan, Gluten Free, Paleo, Nut Allergy… it seems everyone has a special dietary requirement these days and this is why we know it’s important to be knowledgeable and prepared for any of our attendees with special dietary requirements.
Food is all included with the price of the event and if you have any dietary requirements please email us at least 30 days prior to the event.
What to Bring?
A requirement list is listed above and we will also email out a reminder before the event starts with enough preparation time for you to gather your supplies, prior to any events.
A workbook will be supplied for completion for the event. (kit is extra cost)
If you need to place an order for any supplies or accessories please call us on (07) 3108 0043 to ensure we can acquire any stock you may need.
The SewMasters Store opens at 9am so please feel free to come in and set up your machine, order your coffee & chat to fellow attendees in time for 9.30am Sharp start!
To book your place in this course,
Please call us on (07) 3108 0043 OR book in online.
Remember we have limited spaces so be quick to book as these events sell out fast!
Workshop Terms and Conditions
Janome Sewing Machine Mastery Course
Join us for our Janome Sewing Machine Mastery Course where you can learn to master your Janome sewing machine with ease.
We have limited spaces so be quick to book as these events do sell out fast!
You will be learning modern techniques and skills from our instore dedicated Janome educator with in depth experience on these fantastic machines.
You will also be learning some of the best troubleshooting tips and hints available to help you on your sewing journey.
This event is not to be missed! Join us for an incredibly fun and creative course.
The following Janome machines can attend this mastery course.
- Janome 15000
- Janome 14000
- Janome MC9450/9400
- Janome 9900
- Janome 9850
- Janome Skyline 9
- Janome Skyline 7
- Janome Continental M7
Janome Mastery Course Requirements
- Sewing Machine
- Accessories that you have for the machine
- Machine Power Lead
- Machine Foot Control
- Machine Sew Table (Optional)
- Machine Knee Lever (Optional)
- Notebook
- Pen
Janome Mastery Course Dates
All course days are 9.30am to 3.30pm with half hour for lunch.
- #1 Thursday 15th February 2024
- #2 Thursday 14th March 2024
- #3 Thursday 18th April 2024
What’s Included?
Morning Tea & Lunch is Included: Here at SewMasters we like you to feel comfortable so you can focus on your education. We have taken care of you with a fresh morning tea Fruit Platter provided by Maniatis Market Middle Park delivered daily along with a superb lunch by our award winning neighbours Just Poppy’s to keep your energy levels up. Vegan, Gluten Free, Paleo, Nut Allergy… it seems everyone has a special dietary requirement these days and this is why we know it’s important to be knowledgeable and prepared for any of our attendees with special dietary requirements.
Food is all included with the price of the event and if you have any dietary requirements please email us at least 7 days prior to the event.
A workbook will be supplied for completion for the event. (kit is extra cost)
What to Bring?
A requirement list is listed above and we will also email out a reminder before the event starts with enough preparation time for you to gather your supplies, prior to any events.
A workbook will be supplied for completion for the event. (kit is extra cost)
If you need to place an order for any supplies or accessories please call us on (07) 3108 0043 to ensure we can acquire any stock you may need.
The SewMasters Store opens at 9am so please feel free to come in and set up your machine, order your coffee & chat to fellow attendees in time for 9.30am Sharp start!
To book your place in this course,
Please call us on (07) 3108 0043 OR book in online.
Remember we have limited spaces so be quick to book as these events sell out fast!
Workshop Terms and Conditions
Quilting Mastery 3 Day Course – Thursdays
This Series of 3 class is designed for the sewist that is a complete beginner to quilting. The quilting techniques taught in the class give you the skill to Quilt a pieced quilt to to add quilting to any sewn/crafted project.
In the First class you will learn how to make a quilt sandwich, you will learn the tools required for quilting such as threads, needles and how to stitch with your walking foot. We will start with straight lines, progress to decorative style quilting and then on to curves, all done using your walking/even feed foot.
The second class is designed for the sewist that is new to free motion quilting.
he quilting techniques taught in the class all use a Free motion quilting foot. In this class you will learn how to stitch with the free motion foot and learn to stitch several different basic movements that will allow you to develop the skills to free motion quilt. We will also cover areas such as threads, needles and tension settings. We will start with simple movements and the progress to more complicated designs.
The Third class is designed to continue on with learning how to include rulers into your quilting. In this class you will learn how to stitch with the use of rulers and the Ruler foot and learn how to adapt the different basic movements to suit block shapes and spaces in a quilt.
Duration – 3 days over three months (9:30am – 3:30pm)
DATES:
- #1 Thursday 22nd February 2024
- #2 Thursday 21st March 2024
- #3 Thursday 23rd May 2024
Open to all machines but must have a walking foot, Free motion foot/feet and Ruler foot.
Quilting Mastery Class Requirements
- Sewing machine in good working order with instruction book
- Walking feet, Free Motion feet and Ruler foot
- A kit will be supplied for the fabric and batting required.
- Contrast quality thread
- 2 bobbins fill with thread.
- New needle to suit machine.
- Thread snips
- Marking pencil (that will show up on fabric selected) and ruler
- Safety Pins
- Sketch or scrap book and lead pencil – (doesn’t need to be expensive quality one)
So grab your Machine and join us to learn some of the best techniques with our professional quilting educator.
What’s Included?
Morning Tea & Lunch is Included: Here at SewMasters we like you to feel comfortable so you can focus on your education. We have taken care of you with a fresh morning tea Fruit Platter provided by Maniatis Market Middle Park delivered daily along with a superb lunch by our award winning neighbours Just Poppy’s to keep your energy levels up. Vegan, Gluten Free, Paleo, Nut Allergy… it seems everyone has a special dietary requirement these days and this is why we know it’s important to be knowledgeable and prepared for any of our attendees with special dietary requirements.
Food is all included with the price of the event and if you have any dietary requirements please email us at least 30 days prior to the event.
A workbook will be supplied for completion for the event. (kit is extra cost)
What to Bring?
A requirement list is listed above and we will also email out a reminder before the event starts with enough preparation time for you to gather your supplies, prior to any events.
If you need to place an order for any supplies or accessories please call us on (07) 3108 0043 to ensure we can acquire any stock you may need.
The SewMasters Store opens at 9am so please feel free to come in and set up your machine, order your coffee & chat to fellow attendees in time for 9.30am Sharp start!
To book your place in this course,
Please call us on (07) 3108 0043 OR book in online.
Remember we have limited spaces so be quick to book as these events sell out fast!
Workshop Terms and Conditions
Bernina Sewing Machine Mastery Course
The Bernina Sewing Machine Mastery Course is where you can learn to be the master of your Bernina sewing machine with ease like never before.
You will be learning modern techniques and skills from our dedicated Bernina Industry Educator with years of experience in both usability and technical ability.
Our educator not only has a vast and endless knowledge of Bernina dedicated usage and a technical troubleshooting background, but a relaxed and understanding method of delivery.
You will start by learning the basic navigation of the Bernina operating system platform so you understand the correct methods for stitch programming and editing of all types of sewing including dressmaking, quilting and embroidery.
We will be explaining the do`s and don`ts to improve the relationship between you and your machine and the best troubleshooting advice available.
Towards the end of your course you will have learnt the more advanced hands-on maintenance and general housekeeping techniques require to prolong the life of your machine.
We also have an on-site and on demand Bernina accredited technician to overlook and co-host our Bernina Sewing Machine Mastery Course on the fly to keep a consistent and fluent less-stress environment.
We have limited spaces available as we like to keep small numbers in our class so we can concentrate on your requirements and for you to gain the most out of this education day experience.
Please bring the following along to the class:
- Sewing Machine
- Accessories that you have for the machine
- Machine Power Lead
- Machine Foot Control
- Machine Sew Table (Optional)
- Machine Knee Lever (Optional)
- Notebook
- Pen
Course Dates:
- Bernina Mastery Day #1 Wednesday 29th May 2024
- Bernina Mastery Day #2 Thursday 30th May 2024
- Bernina Mastery Day #3 Friday 31st May 2024
What’s Included?
Morning Tea & Lunch is Included: Here at SewMasters we like you to feel comfortable so you can focus on your education. We have taken care of you with a fresh morning tea Fruit Platter provided by Maniatis Market Middle Park delivered daily along with a superb lunch by our award winning neighbours Just Poppy’s to keep your energy levels up. Vegan, Gluten Free, Paleo, Nut Allergy… it seems everyone has a special dietary requirement these days and this is why we know it’s important to be knowledgeable and prepared for any of our attendees with special dietary requirements.
Food is all included with the price of the event and if you have any dietary requirements please email us at least 30 days prior to the event.
A workbook will be supplied for completion for the event. (kit is extra cost)
What to Bring?
A requirement list is listed above and we will also email out a reminder before the event starts with enough preparation time for you to gather your supplies, prior to any events.
If you need to place an order for any supplies or accessories please call us on (07) 3108 0043 to ensure we can acquire any stock you may need.
The SewMasters Store opens at 9am so please feel free to come in and set up your machine, order your coffee & chat to fellow attendees in time for 9.30am Sharp start!
A workbook will be supplied for completion for the event. (kit is extra cost)
To book your place in this course,
Please call us on (07) 3108 0043 OR book in online.
Remember we have limited spaces so be quick to book as these events sell out fast!
Workshop Terms and Conditions

We have limited spaces for the best BERNINA Embroidery & Maintenance Event available.
Not only will you be learning the NEW modern techniques and skills you will also be learning by two of the best BERNINA industry educators here in Australia.
This event is not to be missed as you will learn not only how to use the embroidery side of your Bernina machine with a professional industry educator but also understand how it works with maintenance training from the master service technician here at SewMasters. So please join us for an incredibly fun and creative, never before seen event.
You`re truly in for a treat.
Event requirements list for participants. Please bring the following along to the event:
Sewing Machine
Embroidery Module
Embroidery Foot (#26)
Embroidery Hoops (Large Oval)
Machine Power Lead
Scissors / Snips
Notebook
Pen
Other requirements to be given at time of booking
So grab your Bernina Sewing & Embroidery Machine and join us to explore the embroidery features of these industry leading machines.
A workbook will be supplied for completion for the event. (kit is extra cost)
Morning Tea & Lunch is Included: Here at SewMasters we like you to feel comfortable so you can focus on your education. We have taken care of you with a fresh morning tea Fruit Platter provided by Maniatis Market Middle Park delivered daily along with a superb lunch by our award winning neighbours Just Poppy’s to keep your energy levels up. Vegan, Gluten Free, Paleo, Nut Allergy… it seems everyone has a special dietary requirement these days and this is why we know it’s important to be knowledgeable and prepared for any of our attendees with special dietary requirements. Food is all included with the price of the event and if you have any dietary requirements please email us at least 30 days prior to the event.
What to bring: a requirement list is listed above and we will also email out a reminder before the event starts with enough preparation time for you to gather your supplies, prior to any events.
If you need to place an order for any supplies or accessories please call us on (07) 3108 0043 to ensure we can acquire any stock you may need.
The SewMasters Store opens at 9am so please feel free to come in and set up your machine, order your coffee & chat to fellow attendees in time for 9.30am Sharp start!
To book your place in this course,
Please call us on (07) 3108 0043 OR book in online.
Remember we have limited spaces so be quick to book as these events sell out fast!
Workshop Terms and Conditions