Beginner and beyond course
A weekly sewing class for absolute beginners through to Intermediate and confident sewists.
Beginner and beyond course
Beginner to IntermediateA weekly sewing class for absolute beginners through to Intermediate and confident sewists.
Perfect if you want consistent progress, gentle accountability, and expert support each week.
SKILL LEVEL Please note: This is an open-level class. You may be learning alongside sewists with different experience levels, but you’ll always receive individual support.
BEGINNER - No experience needed - Perfect if your machine is still in the box
BEYOND BEGINNER - You can confidently thread your machine - You’ve sewn before and want support with technique or projects
DATES Our courses follow NSW school term dates. - Term 3 begins on 20th July for 10 weeks - Term 4 begins on 12th October for 10 weeks - ON SALE 13 SEPTEMBER AT 4PM We cannot facilitate any make up classes
Why you'll love this course
What you will learn
BEGINNER (projects build week by week)
BEYOND BEGINNER
Class format
What's included
What to bring
BEGINNERS
BEYOND BEGINNERS
Optional add-ons
Pick up in class · no postage
Sewing Kit
Perfectly curated kit for beginners
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Your teachers
Kelda Richards
Kelda has been teaching sewing since 2008 and loves helping students create garments they’re proud of. She shares time-saving techniques for a high-quality finish and enjoys working with quirky fabrics. Kelda believes anyone can sew — with the right guidance and a bit of fun.
Ali Dibley
Ali Dibley is an embroidery artist and sustainable fashion advocate. With a fashion background from University of Technology Sydney, she’s worked in bridal dressmaking, teaching and vintage hire. She loves reworking garments and adding a little sparkle.
Caz Adams
Sewing is my jam — I started at 9 and never stopped. Usefulbox began helping people use their “in the box” machines. I love seeing students feel proud. Sewing is my creative outlet, and I believe it supports mental health — it’s helped me through life’s highs and lows.
Monday AM - Term 4
12 October – 14 December·10 sessions
Full Term
10 sessions
12 October – 14 December
9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
with Ali Dibley
$720
Block 1
5 sessions
12 October – 9 November
9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
with Ali Dibley
$385
Block 2
5 sessions
16 November – 14 December
9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
with Ali Dibley
$385
Monday Eve - Term 4
12 October – 14 December·10 sessions
Full Term
10 sessions
12 October – 14 December
6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
with Kelda Richards
$720
Block 1
5 sessions
12 October – 9 November
6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
with Kelda Richards
$385
Block 2
5 sessions
16 November – 14 December
6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
with Kelda Richards
$385
Monday PM - Term 4
12 October – 14 December·10 sessions
Full Term
10 sessions
12 October – 14 December
1:30 PM – 4:30 PM
with Ali Dibley
$720
Block 1
5 sessions
12 October – 9 November
1:30 PM – 4:30 PM
with Ali Dibley
$385
Block 2
5 sessions
16 November – 14 December
1:30 PM – 4:30 PM
with Ali Dibley
$385
Tuesday AM - Term 4
13 October – 15 December·10 sessions
Full Term
10 sessions
13 October – 15 December
9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
with Ali Dibley
$720
Block 1
5 sessions
13 October – 10 November
9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
with Ali Dibley
$385
Block 2
5 sessions
17 November – 15 December
9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
with Ali Dibley
$385
Tuesday Eve- Term 4
13 October – 15 December·10 sessions
Full Term
10 sessions
13 October – 15 December
6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
with Caz Adams
$720
Block 1
5 sessions
13 October – 10 November
6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
with Caz Adams
$385
Block 2
5 sessions
17 November – 15 December
6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
with Caz Adams
$385
Tuesday PM - Term 4
13 October – 15 December·10 sessions
Full Term
10 sessions
13 October – 15 December
1:30 PM – 4:30 PM
with Ali Dibley
$720
Block 1
5 sessions
13 October – 10 November
1:30 PM – 4:30 PM
with Ali Dibley
$385
Block 2
5 sessions
17 November – 15 December
1:30 PM – 4:30 PM
with Ali Dibley
$385
Wednesday Eve - Term 4
14 October – 16 December·10 sessions
Thursday AM - Term 4
15 October – 17 December·10 sessions
Thursday Eve - Term 4
15 October – 17 December·10 sessions
Friday Eve - Term 4
16 October – 18 December·10 sessions
Full Term
10 sessions
16 October – 18 December
6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
with Kelda Richards
$720
Block 1
5 sessions
16 October – 13 November
6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
with Kelda Richards
$385
Block 2
5 sessions
20 November – 18 December
6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
with Kelda Richards
$385
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Level 1, 39–43 Shepherd St, Marrickville
Access via stairs only