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Silent Sewing Academy

Learn to Sew in 16 Lessons

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Silent Sewing Academy
Silent Sewing Academy
Learn to Sew in 16 Lessons

Welcome to Silent Sewing Academy

South Africa’s ORIGINAL ‘Learn to Sew in 16 Lessons’ Courses – Established in 2008!

Learn to Sew in 16 Lessons

Explore our range of modular courses – the home of our renowned ‘Learn to Sew in 16 Lessons’ course. Learn more…

Professional development

We offer a range of advanced masterclasses and workshops for for the more experienced sewist. Read more…

Shopper Bag Masterclass

Our best-selling short course, by far! Learn to make a reversible shopper bag and get your creative juices flowing. Learn more…

Sewing Skills

Learn to use your sewing machine and create 4 practical items in this short course that is ideal for ages 12 and over. Learn more…

Crochet

Rekindle the lost art of crochet in this 4-lesson short course. Read more…

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We are agents of Singer and Bernina sewing machines

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What our students have to say

Very resourceful beginner course. Excellent course content. Amazing teacher. 18 May 2022

― Chanelle Naidu

“The best decision I’ve made” Upon taking early retirement from a very challenging career after 30 years, I felt sure I had exhausted my ability to learn anything new. My daughter-in-law gave me Module 1 as a gift as I had expressed my regret that I wished I could sew myself clothes as I was…

― Ferial Olla
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South Africa’s ORIGINAL ‘Learn to Sew in 16 Lessons’ Course – Established in 2008!

Ladies only and strictly by appointment.

Based in Overport, Durban

Call or WhatsApp 074 639 5353

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  • About
    • Testimonials
  • Courses
    • Modular courses
      • Module 1
      • Module 2
      • Module 3
    • Professional Development
      • Drafting & Pattern-Making
      • Modest Swimwear
      • Module 4 / Sew Your Choice
      • Machine Skills Refresher
      • Lingerie
      • Linen
    • Short courses
      • Sewing Skills
      • Shopper Bag Masterclass
      • Handwork for Girls
      • Crochet
  • News
    • Sign up
  • Events
  • Contact
    • Apply
    • Directory