Learn to Sew!
Our most popular classes continue to be our range of Machine Essentials workshops where you can learn the basics of the Sewing Machine and also the Serger. Over the last fifteen years we have taught over 860 sessions to beginner sewists like you!
We’ve designed Essentials workshops to unlock the mystery of each machine and turn it into a tool you can confidently use! These classes are the first step to making all the projects of your dreams. We can't wait to help you along the way.
New 2023 Dates have just been posted.
Kona Solid Cotton
the workroom is thrilled to offer the full spectrum of Robert Kaufman Kona Cotton colours, ensuring you will find the right shade that will bring your imagination to life. Available as yardage or in our wide range of curated fat quarter bundles.
If it were possible to give Karyn & the team at The Workroom 100 stars, I would! Their attention to detail, care & thoughtfulness are just a few reasons why I will continue to support their shop — bonus is that they carry the most amazing collection of goodies!

Great functional website that makes it easy to order and do local pick up! They are always super quick to get orders ready. Keeping me sane with sewing projects during the pandemic.

Great store, helpful staff, always have a great range of stock and their vintage button section is amazing!

I took the Sewing Machine Essentials class today with Johanna instructing.
I loved my experience, thank you!
Johanna was great. I feel like I walked away with tips & knowledge that could otherwise have taken me ages to figure out. And the class left me so excited about making things!

Description
Please note if this model is currently out of stock, please email us and it can be special ordered for you.
Your robust, durable and powerful allrounder
Equipped with a wide range of functions, 30 exclusive stitches and a fast motor, the b05 ACADEMY lets you quickly realise your wildest ideas. For tricky projects that require a slower pace, you can reduce the maximum sewing speed. It comes with an impressive 12 presser foot soles for every sewing task, an easy-to-attach finger guard and even more sewing space with the large, convenient extension table. Who knows what ideas you‘ll have tomorrow? The b05 ACADEMY will always be there for you.
Features:
- Highest sewing speed (1100spm) or half speed mode (650spm)
- 30 essential stitches including 1-step buttonhole
- Super stretch (Lycra) stitch and blanket stitch
- Finger guard
- 2 LED sewing lights
- Power switch with speed limitation
- 12 included presser feet
- High-quality extension table
- Adjustable presser foot pressure
Included Presser Feet: Zigzag foot, Zipper foot, Buttonhole foot with slide, Blindstitch foot, Overlock foot, Invisible Zipper foot, Darning foot, Button-sew-on foot, Hemmer foot, Open Transparent Embroidery foot, Zigzag foot with sliding sole, Edgestitch foot
Included accessories:
- Foot control, Extension table
- Finger guard
- Bobbin (x4), BERNINA Needle Set 130/705 H
- Right seam guide, Height compensation tool
- Screw driver, Oiler, Seam ripper/brush
- Spool pin large, Spool holder large, Spool holder small, Spool felt large, Spool net
Our Services
Sewing Machine Repair
Does your sewing machine need a little love? Whether your machine is in need of repair or a yearly tune-up, you can drop it off at the workroom for full servicing. Our experienced technician accepts any brand of sewing machine or serger and offers a one year warranty on all workmanship.
the workroom
1267 Queen Street West
Toronto, Canada M6K !L5
(416) 534-5305
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