Have you felt the presence of something under your bed, in your cupboard, tucked away in a cardboard box gathering dust, afraid to open it . . . is it an overlocker?! So many times sewists make this key purchase only to be intimidated by the number of dials and hooks or it becomes unthreaded […]
Would you like to start sewing on a machine and make lovely projects for your home, gifts for friends or family? Maybe you last did sewing at school and would love to brush up on your skills and learn a few more techniques. This course will give you the know how to sew with confidence. From learning […]
If you have a favourite garment that is worn out and you just can't find a replacement. Perhaps you wish you could have it in different fabrics or colours - then our Copy Your Clothes workshop is for you! In this one day workshop you will learn how to take a tracing of your garment […]
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 […]
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 is one talented lady, and an excellent […]
Gathered lampshades are currently very much on trend and gracing the pages of many interior design magazines. Traditionally made using plain fabrics, they are now being created from an array of colourful prints which have become so readily available – from ikats to Indian block prints, from Liberty Tana Lawns to quilting fabrics. In this […]
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. […]
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: […]
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 […]
If you are an absolute beginner, this is the perfect workshop for you. By the end of this 3 hour session with Susan you will have learnt all the basics of knitting and be well on your way to creating a fabulous, warm, woolly scarf. Knitting is taught right-handed in the English style. During the workshop […]
Come and learn how to make a box pleated lampshade! In this workshop, run by Jane Warren of The Lampshade Loft, you will learn all the skills needed to make the loose cover box pleated lampshade, currently hugely popular and a lovely addition to any room. You will be guided through all the steps needed […]
Join us in this fun workshop and learn to make a treat for your feet! Step into comfort and style with these lightweight bedroom slippers. Take them on your travels and say goodbye to disposable hotel slippers. Perfect for using leftover fabric, the Whisper Slippers are a scrap-busting dream and make a thoughtful gift for […]