Beginner Sewing Workshop

£30.00

Beginner Sewing Workshop

Never used a sewing machine before? Learn from scratch!

Have you always wanted to learn how to sew but didn’t know where to begin? These two-hour beginner lessons are designed for complete beginners, even if you’ve never used a sewing machine before.

In a friendly, relaxed small-group setting, I’ll guide you through the basics step by step. This is a structured, hands-on lesson where everyone follows the same learning programme, with individual attention and support throughout.

You’ll learn how to operate your own sewing machine, understand the basic sewing techniques and gain the confidence to start creating things yourself.

What you’ll learn:

● Getting to know your sewing machine and its different parts.

● How to thread your machine and wind the bobbin.

● Understanding stitch selection, stitch length and tension.

● How to sew straight lines, curves and corners.

● Basic sewing techniques and finishing.

● Putting your new skills into practice by making a simple project.

What to bring:

● Your own sewing machine (essential).

● Basic sewing kit, including fabric scissors, pins, tape measure and unpicker, if you have them.

Workshop details:

● Duration: 2 hours.

● Maximum 6 participants.

● Suitable for: Complete beginners.

● Format: Structured group lesson with individual guidance.

● Booking: Essential.

No previous experience needed. Just bring your sewing machine and enthusiasm!

For availability, prices or additional information, please get in touch through our contact form.

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Kinusaiga workshop

£40.00

Discover the art of Kinusaiga—a beautiful Japanese-inspired fabric craft that creates stunning quilt-like artwork without sewing.

Using colourful fabric, a pre-cut design board, and a simple tucking technique, you'll transform fabric pieces into a finished work of art full of texture, dimension, and colour. It's relaxing, creative, and surprisingly easy to learn, making it perfect for both beginners and experienced makers.

Often described as "patchwork without sewing," kinusaiga combines the joy of working with fabric with the satisfaction of completing a beautiful project in just a few enjoyable crafting sessions.

 

All the materials and tools are provided for this 2h workshop. 

Spces are limited so booking is essential.

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Knickers Making Workshop

£60.00

Knickers Making Workshop

Love your favourite pair of knickers? Learn how to make your own!

Join us for a hands-on, three-hour workshop where you’ll learn how to recreate a favourite pair of knickers and make a new pair from scratch.

Bring along a pair that fits you comfortably, and I’ll guide you through the process of using it to create your own sewing pattern. You’ll learn the basics of knicker construction, how to work with stretchy fabrics and how to put all the pieces together to make a comfortable, well-fitting pair.

Whether you’re interested in making your own underwear, learning a new sewing skill or simply trying something a little different, this workshop is a great introduction to lingerie making.

What you’ll learn:

● How to trace your favourite pair of knickers to create your own pattern.

● Understanding the different pattern pieces and how they fit together.

● Choosing suitable fabrics and understanding stretch.

● How to cut and prepare your fabric.

● Sewing techniques for working with stretchy fabrics.

● How to attach elastic and finish the edges.

● Assembling your knickers from start to finish.

What to bring:

● A favourite pair of knickers you’d like to copy (ideally a simple style without lace or complicated detailing).

● ½ metre of stretchy fabric suitable for underwear.

● Approximately 2.5 metres of elastic suitable for knickers.

● Matching sewing thread.

● Your own sewing machine (essential).

● Basic sewing kit, including fabric scissors, pins and measuring tape.

A note about sewing experience:

You should have basic sewing machine experience and know how to thread and operate your machine. This workshop is not designed for complete beginners.

Workshop details:

● Duration: 3 hours.

● Maximum 6 participants.

● Suitable for: Anyone with basic sewing experience.

● Format: Hands-on workshop with individual guidance.

● Overlocker: Not required. All sewing will be done using a standard domestic sewing machine.

● Booking: Essential.

What you’ll take home:

Your own handmade pair of knickers, a pattern copied from your favourite pair and the knowledge to make more at home!

Come and discover just how satisfying it is to make your own underwear.

For availability, prices or further information, please get in touch through our contact form.

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SewSocial Club – Bring Your Own Project

£30.00

Sewing Social Club – Bring Your Own Project

Your project, your pace, your creative space.

Do you have a sewing project waiting to be finished? Need help understanding your sewing machine or mastering a particular technique?

The Sewing Social Club is a relaxed, informal sewing session where everyone works on their own individual project. Unlike a structured sewing lesson, there is no set programme or shared project. Instead, you bring along whatever you’re working on, and I’ll provide individual guidance, practical advice and support along the way.

Whether you’re a beginner who needs a helping hand or a more experienced sewer looking to improve your skills, this is an opportunity to work at your own pace, ask questions and learn through doing.

From making clothes and accessories to repairing, altering or creating something completely new, bring along your ideas and let’s get sewing!

What to bring:

● Your own sewing machine (essential).

● Your sewing kit and any tools you normally use.

● Your current project, including fabric and any necessary materials.

Not sure what you need? Get in touch before booking and I’ll be happy to advise.

Workshop details:

● Duration: 2 hours.

● Small groups: Maximum 6 people.

● Suitable for: All abilities.

● Format: Informal group session with individual project guidance.

● Booking: Essential.

Come along, work on something you’ve been wanting to make and enjoy sewing in good company!

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T-Shirt to Knickers Workshop

£60.00

T-Shirt to Knickers Workshop

Give an old T-shirt a new life and turn it into your own pair of knickers!

Have a favourite T-shirt you no longer wear? Bring it along and learn how to transform it into a comfortable, handmade pair of knickers.

In this hands-on, three-hour workshop, you’ll learn how to recreate a favourite pair of knickers using your T-shirt as the main fabric. I’ll guide you through creating your own pattern, preparing the fabric and sewing your knickers from start to finish.

It’s a great introduction to underwear making and a lovely way to give unwanted clothing a second life through creative reuse.

What you’ll learn:

● How to trace your favourite pair of knickers to create your own pattern.

● Understanding the different pattern pieces and how they fit together.

● How to choose a suitable T-shirt and make the most of its fabric.

● How to position and cut your pattern pieces from your T-shirt.

● Sewing techniques for working with stretchy fabrics.

● How to attach elastic and finish the edges.

● Assembling your knickers from start to finish.

What to bring:

● A favourite pair of knickers you’d like to copy (ideally a simple style without lace or complicated detailing).

● One or two old stretchy T-shirts, depending on their size and the size of knickers you’re making.

● Approximately 2.5 metres of elastic suitable for knickers.

● Matching sewing thread.

● Your own sewing machine (essential).

● Basic sewing kit, including fabric scissors, pins and measuring tape.

A note about sewing experience:

You should have basic sewing machine experience and know how to thread and operate your machine. This workshop is not designed for complete beginners.

Workshop details:

● Duration: 3 hours.

● Maximum 6 participants.

● Suitable for: Anyone with basic sewing experience.

● Format: Hands-on workshop with individual guidance.

● Equipment: Standard domestic sewing machine. No overlocker required.

● Booking: Essential.

What you’ll take home:

Your own handmade pair of knickers, a pattern copied from your favourite pair and the skills to make more at home.

Old T-shirt, new knickers! Come along and discover how satisfying it is to turn something you no longer wear into something you’ll love wearing.

For availability, prices or further information, please get in touch through our contact form.

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