Intermediate to Advanced

Boiled Wool - Tessuti Jacket

Learn the basics to sew boiled wool

4 hours

Max 5 students

Level 1, 39–43 Shepherd St, Marrickville

Featuring the Tessuti Verona Jacket or Tessuti Berlin Jacket

7 June – 9am–1pm - Verona Jacket

5 July – 9am–1pm - Berlin Jacket

When the temperature drops, it’s time for a beautifully cosy new layer.

Boiled wool is perfect for cool weather — warm, structured and surprisingly forgiving to sew. The raw edges don’t fray, making it ideal for clean, modern finishes. That said, there are a few clever techniques that make all the difference.

Join Megan McKee-Griffith for this focused 4-hour workshop and learn how to confidently sew with boiled wool while creating your own jacket using either the Tessuti Verona Jacket or Tessuti Berlin Jacket pattern.

Perfect for intermediate to advanced sewists ready to tackle outerwear with expert guidance.

SKILL LEVEL ---> INTERMEDIATE TO ADVANCED • Confident using your sewing machine • Comfortable sewing garments • Ready to refine construction techniques • Experienced garment maker • Looking to strengthen outerwear construction skills

Why you'll love this course

A gentle, supportive introduction to sewing

Learn in a small group (3–6 students)

Build real confidence using a sewing machine

Complete a beautiful tote bag to take home

Personalised guidance every step of the way

A relaxed, welcoming studio atmosphere

What you will learn

The essential parts of your sewing machine

How to thread your machine correctly

Winding and inserting a bobbin with ease

Basic stitches including straight stitch, backstitch and zig zag

Cutting fabric accurately

Sewing clean seams and neat corners

Simple finishing techniques

Troubleshooting common beginner problems

Class format

4 hour workshop

3–6 students per class

Step-by-step technical instruction

Focused and supportive studio atmosphere

What's included

Use of studio sewing machines — students learn on the Bernina 335 and Brother Innov-is A80

Tessuti Verona Jacket or Berlin Jacket pattern with instructions to take home

4 hours of expert tuition

Tea and coffee throughout the session

What to bring

2.5 - 3m of boiled wool fabric - Maai Design,, Minerva's Bower and Tessuti sell our preferred boiled wool

Matching thread - you are welcome to purchase this in class

OPTIONAL: Your machine along with all its power cords, accessories and the foot pedal.

Your fabric scissors and sewing kit

Your teacher

Megan McKee-Griffith

Megan McKee-Griffith is our much-loved Intermediate to Advanced teacher, known for her warmth, clarity and depth of knowledge. With 30+ years as a pattern maker and training at East Sydney TAFE, she helps students refine fit and create beautifully finished garments.

$160per person

Choose a date

Level 1, 39–43 Shepherd St, Marrickville

Access via stairs only