Join us to learn how to create a beautiful tapered drum lampshade using hand-marbled paper, papers from Japan and other exceptional papers. The workshop will be led by Jane Warren from The Lampshade Loft, who will provide all the necessary supplies and guide you through the process. You'll have the opportunity to choose from a […]
In this workshop, run by Jane Warren of The Lampshade Loft, you will learn all the skills needed to make accordion lampshades. Pleated to prefection these beauties are a classic from the 1970’s lighting scene, but are currently enjoying a revival in modern interiors. Jane will guide you through each step and by the end […]
This hands-on workshop will equip you with a bundle of professional techniques in dress making and turn your sewing into something to be proud of. Maria will teach you how to sew all sorts of seams including basic, curved, piped and overlocked. She will move on to buttonholes, facings, tailor tacks, darts, understitching, set in […]
Come and learn the art of making a drum lampshade in our studios with the lovely Jane. At the end of the half day session you will have a fine cylindrical lampshade ready to pop on a base or hang from the ceiling. About your Teacher: Jane Warren runs her small business The Lampshade Loft, and […]
Come and make these fabulous fairy lights with the lovely Jane. At the end of the half day session you will have a fine garland of Liberty print loveliness to jazz up your house! About your Teacher: Jane Warren runs her small business The Lampshade Loft, and has been teaching lampshade making for over ten […]
Keep those jumpers, socks and cardis going! Slow fashion and mending your clothes are becoming more and more popular and darning is a great and practical way to add individuality to a garment. In this relaxing workshop, Charlotte will introduce you to the basics of darning in a colourful and fun way. About your Teacher: […]
Join us for the day and learn how to make a traditional tailored lampshade. Using the fabric of your choice you will learn how to make a handsewn soft shade on a bowed empire frame - a classic traditional style of lampshade. You will make an unlined traditional lampshade using a 10”/25.5cm frame in this one-day workshop, however […]
Join us for a Slow Stitch and Visible Mending Techniques class here with the fantastic Charlotte from A Nest of Gentle Makers. Charlotte will introduce you to the modern visible mending techniques which is an amalgamation of Japanese Boro using sashiko stitching and other traditions, where running stitch is used to quilt and reinforce garments. […]
Join us for a fun workshop to learn how to hand smock, or continue where you left off the last time you smocked with Maria. Smocking is an embroidery technique that uses small stitches to gather the fabric. In the olden days, as well as being decorative, it also served a practical purpose - as […]
Join our full-day workshop to learn how to make lined and interlined Roman blinds. You will gain the skills to stitch the blinds, accurately measure your window, calculate fabric quantities, understand pattern repeats, determine rod pocket positions, cord and fix the blind, and utilise the necessary hand-sewn stitches to complete the project. During the workshop, […]
Come and have a relaxing introduction to Kawandi quilting and make your own Kawandi sampler. You will learn a little about the history of Kawandi quiltmaking and then be shown the steps involved in creating your own unique piece. Have a rummage in your fabric scraps basket and bring a selection of your favourite scraps […]
Join us for a 3-week pattern cutting course with expert tutor Maria Pulley. In this course, you will learn how to draft basic skirt, bodice, and sleeve patterns using your own body measurements. You'll also learn how to manipulate darts and adapt patterns to create various styles and designs. Additionally, you'll gain the skills to […]
