Beginner

Beginners: Sew a Zippered Pouch

Learn to sew zips while making a practical pouch

4 hours

Max 6 students

Level 1, 39–43 Shepherd St, Marrickville

Beginners: Sew a Zippered Pouch

Beginner

Learn to sew zips while making a practical pouch

Everyone loves a zippered pouch — perfect for organising, gifting, or everyday use.

In this fun and practical workshop, you’ll sew your own lined zip pouch while learning one of the most useful (and often avoided!) sewing skills — inserting a zip.

This is the perfect next step after beginner classes, helping you build confidence with construction and finishing techniques in a supportive studio environment.

SKILL LEVEL --> BEGINNER / ADVANCED BEGINNER -You can thread and use your sewing machine -You’ve completed beginner classes or simple projects -Ready to build your confidence with new techniques

Why you'll love this course

The perfect next step after beginner classes

Learn how to confidently sew zips

Make a practical item you can recreate again and again

Small group with personalised guidance

Sewing is better together — enjoy a relaxed, social class

What you will learn

Recap of seam allowances

How to insert a zipper

Adding a lining

Topstitching techniques

Tips for neat, professional finishes

Class format

Small group (up to 6 students)

4 hours of focused, hands-on learning

Step-by-step guidance in a supportive environment

What's included

Use of our studio machines: Brother A80 Bernina 335

All fabric and zips

One spool of Gütermann thread

4 hours of expert tuition

A fun, supportive and engaging atmosphere

Tea and coffee throughout

What to bring

OPTIONAL: Bring your own sewing machine (with power cord, pedal and accessories). Please note you will need to carry your machine up two flights of stairs.

Your glasses if you need them

Optional add-ons

Pick up in class · no postage

Sewing Kit

Perfectly curated for beginners

$75

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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.

$145per person

Choose a date

Fri, 14 August

11:00 PM – 2:30 AM

with Ros Bellenger

6 spots available

$145

Level 1, 39–43 Shepherd St, Marrickville

Access via stairs only