Half Day September School Holidays Kids Introduction to Sewing Class Melbourne

Give your child a creative, confidence‑building experience these school holidays with a Dusty Disco Ball sewing class in Melbourne.

Held in our friendly Seddon studio in Melbourne’s West, these small‑group workshops are the perfect introduction to sewing — or a chance for more experienced young makers to build on their skills. 

Suitable for ages approximately 9 and up. 

These will run for 2.5 hours at the Dusty Disco Ball studio upstairs at 84B Charles St Seddon. 

Available classes: 

Introduction to Sewing - Make a Coaster and Scrunchie

Saturday September 26 - 9.30 am - 12 pm 

Saturday October 3 - 1.00 pm - 3.30pm 

Introduction to Sewing - Make a Custom Pillow Case 

Saturday September 26 - 1.00 pm - 3.30pm 

Saturday October 3 -   9.30 am - 12 pm

Prerequisites: Classes are suitable for beginner students with little or no sewing experience. 

What you will learn: Students will learn the basics of how to thread a sewing machine, cut out their sewing project and sew straight lines. 

What to bring: You may bring along your own sewing machine to learn on, or borrow one of my vintage sewing machines for the day. 

All materials are supplied for the Coaster and Scrunchie projects.  

If students would like to bring their own fabric for the pillow case, please bring along one metre of cotton fabric (craft cotton is fine for summer or you may like to choose flannelette for winter) plus an additional 20 cm in contrast fabric. I also recommend washing your fabric in cold water on a short cycle to eliminate shrinkage.

Upcycled fabrics and scraps will be also supplied for students to use. 

Students can also bring along a snack and a water bottle for a break. 

If you have any questions or trouble booking, contact me on 0419155380.

What’s Included

• Guided sewing lessons tailored to your child’s experience level
• Use of sewing machines and tools (no equipment needed)
• A completed project to take home 
• A calm, supportive learning environment

Who This Class Is For

• Kids and teens aged 9 years and up
• Absolute beginners welcome
• Students with prior sewing experience
• Neurodivergent students (always welcome and accommodated)

What Students Will Make

Each project is carefully designed to be achievable and rewarding within a school holiday class. 

Class Details

• Small groups (maximum 4 students)
• Half day classes 
• All materials and equipment provided for smaller projects, students will need to bring along their favourite fabrics for clothing projects

Location

Classes are held at the Dusty Disco Ball studio in Seddon, Melbourne, easily accessible from Footscray, Yarraville, Newport and surrounding inner‑west suburbs.

Places are limited and bookings are essential.

School Holiday Sewing Class FAQs

Do kids need sewing experience?

No experience is needed at all. Beginners are very welcome and guided step‑by‑step. Some experience is recommended for beginner + and intermediate/teen classes.

Are sewing machines and materials provided?

All sewing machines, tools and all materials for smaller projects are provided. For larger projects students are encouraged to bring the recommended fabrics, though suitable upcycled fabric will always be available if you forget!

What age are the classes suitable for?

Classes are suitable for kids and teens aged 9 and up.

Are classes suitable for neurodivergent children?

Yes. Dusty Disco Ball offers a supportive, flexible and neurodivergent‑affirming learning environment. Please feel free to get in touch with any specific needs.