
An Introduction To Your Sewing Machine - IPS
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An introductory sewing class takes place at Franklins in Ipswich focusing on the basics of threading, stitching, and machine maintenance. Participants use their own machines and create a small zipper pouch during the session.
Learn all the basics on your own machine
This class is suitable for any machine that has been purchased from Franklins. We will teach you all the basics that you will need to get started on your new machine, including:
Threading your machine
Winding a bobbin
Changing stitches
How to use the buttonhole foot
How to use the zipper foot
Together we will make a small zipper pouch to keep all your sewing kit in.
We will also talk about how to care for your machine, discussing sewing machine needles and how/why to change them, along with picking the right needle.
This class runs for 2.5 hours. Please bring your sewing machine and all the accessories, along with your manual.
PLEASE NOTE: Only sewing machines purchased from a Franklins Group are suitable for this class.
Never sewn before? Click Here
Supplied: Scissors, Pins, Tape Measures, Tea and Coffee.
Required: Your machine, accessories and manual
Any further queries, please email us at ipswich@franklinsgroup.com
Classes are suitable for everyone over the age of 16.
To Book a class you can either give us a call on 01473254276, come into store or book online.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
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Frequently asked questions
An Introduction To Your Sewing Machine - IPS takes place on Wednesday, 21 October 2026 at 13:00.
An Introduction To Your Sewing Machine - IPS is held at Franklins in Ipswich (45-49 Westgate Street, Ipswich, IP1 3DX).
Tickets for An Introduction To Your Sewing Machine - IPS are priced at £35. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Franklins can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for An Introduction To Your Sewing Machine - IPS can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.

An Introduction To Your Sewing Machine - IPS
Editorial Summary
An introductory sewing class takes place at Franklins in Ipswich focusing on the basics of threading, stitching, and machine maintenance. Participants use their own machines and create a small zipper pouch during the session.
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Organiser’s full description
Learn all the basics on your own machine
This class is suitable for any machine that has been purchased from Franklins. We will teach you all the basics that you will need to get started on your new machine, including:
Threading your machine
Winding a bobbin
Changing stitches
How to use the buttonhole foot
How to use the zipper foot
Together we will make a small zipper pouch to keep all your sewing kit in.
We will also talk about how to care for your machine, discussing sewing machine needles and how/why to change them, along with picking the right needle.
This class runs for 2.5 hours. Please bring your sewing machine and all the accessories, along with your manual.
PLEASE NOTE: Only sewing machines purchased from a Franklins Group are suitable for this class.
Never sewn before? Click Here
Supplied: Scissors, Pins, Tape Measures, Tea and Coffee.
Required: Your machine, accessories and manual
Any further queries, please email us at ipswich@franklinsgroup.com
Classes are suitable for everyone over the age of 16.
To Book a class you can either give us a call on 01473254276, come into store or book online.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is An Introduction To Your Sewing Machine - IPS?
An Introduction To Your Sewing Machine - IPS takes place on Wednesday, 21 October 2026 at 13:00.
Where is An Introduction To Your Sewing Machine - IPS taking place?
An Introduction To Your Sewing Machine - IPS is held at Franklins in Ipswich (45-49 Westgate Street, Ipswich, IP1 3DX).
How much are tickets for An Introduction To Your Sewing Machine - IPS?
Tickets for An Introduction To Your Sewing Machine - IPS are priced at £35. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
Is there anywhere to stay near An Introduction To Your Sewing Machine - IPS?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Franklins can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for An Introduction To Your Sewing Machine - IPS?
Tickets for An Introduction To Your Sewing Machine - IPS can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
🏨 Staying overnight?
Hotels within walking distance of Franklins
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Price
£35
Date
Until Wednesday, 21 October 2026
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