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Sewing Classes
Manitoulin Threads

Sewing Classes & Creative Workshops in Greater Sudbury and Manitoulin Island

Hands-on sewing classes, project-based workshops and private lessons designed to help you build real skills and create polished, professional-looking projects. Available in-person and online.

Your friends will all say:
"Wait…you MADE that?!"

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Sewing Lessons

Friendly, practical instruction for complete beginners and returning sewists. You choose what you want to learn and make.

Private or semi-private.

In-person or online.

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Classes & Workshops

Make bags, garments, quilted pieces and useful accessories while learning new techniques.

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Invite Manitoulin Threads to your event or business. I offer Make-and-Takes, small-group workshops and creative events tailored to your goals. I can even help you host "craft" bars for parties and special events.

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Why Learn to Sew with Manitoulin Threads

Welcoming & Hands-On

Classes are welcoming and practical, with small sizes and individual support. Lots of tips and tricks along the way to build your skills (and confidence!).

Polished, High-End Results

When I first learned to sew, my goal was to make things better than what you can buy from the store. Learn both the steps of a project and the professional techniques that make your handmade work look high-end boutique rather than happy-hands-at-home.

Versatile Modern Techniques

I am a gadget and gizmo junkie, and I love technology. I can share the latest techniques and tools to make all your projects easy(ish!) and fun to make. Learn garment sewing, bag making and quilted clothing, while mastering modern tools like sergers, projectors and digital embroidery.

Student Stories

“I just love my pajama pants and wear them all the time.”

Sibling Participants

Semi-Private Sewing Lesson

“I can't believe I MADE this...and in one day!!”

Private Lesson Participant

Beginner Skirt Workshop

“I made my own quilt coat in a day! Heather's tips and tricks are so helpful.”

Quilt Guild Member

Quilt Coat Workshop

“Make me this - it will fit better than the store version.”

“Embroidery and sewing are easy!”
(After a 10-minute crash course on my machines, they made an embroidered boxer’s robe from scratch — gotta love kids’ fearlessness!)

My Kids!!

Benefits of a Parent that Sews!