This short course will help you gain confidence and skills in the following: Choosing fabrics to create your finished table mat. Using a rotary cutter to precisely cut the block shapes Piecing the fabrics together to create the block design Adding a border and create a quilt 'sandwich' and stitch together Practicing free quilting Cutting binding strips and complete the mat with binding An all inclusive workshop - everything included
Make a pair of leggings - any age, any size using just an overlocker. Not for the very beginner - you must have used an overlocker before and be able to thread it (if necessary) You will need a pattern and suitable stretch fabric - we can advise Please bring your own overlocker - we have a limited amount to use if you do not currently own one - please let us know if you would like to use one of ours. This is a perfect follow on class to the Unlocking Overlocking workshop.
Join our fun tutor Sue as she helps you make a wonderful easy to wear pull on skirt out of pleather.
Workshop includes Pattern, Thread, Choice of Pleather (to make a knee length skirt), Petersham elastic and use of our Janome machines.
Learn how to work with this lovely fabric and we are certain you will make loads more!
Join our fabulous tutor Sarah who will show you how to create some lovely embroidery techniques.
You will use various embroidery stitches to create a floral brooch - plenty of designs to choose from (including the Armistice Poppy) and then add beads to embellish.
Everything is included - just release your creativity!
You will then turn your design into a brooch complete with a felt backing and brooch pin
Indulge yourself in a session of creativity - you will learn how to carve your own lino block and then have fun using a variety of textile paints to create lovely effects on fabric.
You will also be able to use our ready made screens and blocks and our tutor will help you enhance your work with colour blending, overlay and ghost printing techniques.
A fun creative session, we include a half metre of practice fabric however, please feel free to bring your own textiles to print or we have a selection of bags and tea towels to purchase separately during the session.
Once you have learnt how to set up your machine for free motion embroidery you will then let your creative juices flow in this fun class.
You will practice a variety of techniques and create lots of samples to take home with you.
You may bring your own machine or use one of ours. If bringing your own you will need a free machine foot (darning foot).
Everything else is included
Learn some lovely dressmaking skills with this workshop inspired by the Japanese Style.
You will cut out your pattern pieces, using the studio pattern provided.
Depending of your chosen fabric (we suggest a cotton lawn or denim chambrey) you will learn how to sewfrench seams, insert the fashionable neck and learn some lovely finishing detail including topstitching.
You will need approx 2 metres of fabric (not included)
Using a pre-cut 5-inch charm pack, you will piece together the squares and learn the importance of precise seam allowances in this first step to quilting. Once pieced together, you will then learn about batting and backing the quilt, then simple quilting effects using the sewing machine. We will then show you how to finish off your quilt with binding. You will leave with the basic skills of quilting, a lovely finished quilt (knees or cot).
Learn to Sew over 3 weeks - This is perfect for any ability, you will learn many dressmaking techniques, whether you're an absolute beginner or enhancing your skills as a confident sewer. The tutor will work with your ability, and you are sure of personal help and encouragement. You will need to bring a pattern (Skirt, Shift Dress, trousers), your sewing basket and your Chosen Fabric ( we offer you a 10% workshop discount) and any trimmings.
Get to know how to use the sewing machine with a driving test before creating a beautiful Patchwork Cushion using a selection of pre-cut squares
Learn about sewing straight lines and the importance of seam allowances, quilt the patchwork together with fancy machine stitches & complete the cushion with an envelope cushion back.
An all-inclusive class.
Our tutor Sharon will guide you through a variety of skills to produce a sampler quilt. You will learn a variety of techniques for cutting and block piecing in a fun, relaxed way,
You will learn both traditional and modern quilt blocks
Please bring 6 Fat Quarters in your chosen colour palette so you can make a start on your heirloom quilt.
Christmas Table Runner Make a lovely Christmas table runner which you can enjoy year after year! Using the tutors design you will learn about precise patchwork & piecing to create your table runner top. You will then learn about batting (wadding) and backing and binding the runner, along with quilting techniques. Depending on your own ability and quitting experience (or desire on quilting technique) , you may or may not completely finish the runner but you will be given instructions on how to complete. The workshop includes fabrics , wadding, plain backing and threads - bring yourself and your creativity!!
Would you like to learn how to knit? Suitable for adults and children aged from 8 years. This is a small group session and we will show you how to knit plain garter stitch and then help you with tension and consitancy. You will then take the knitting home to continue and hopefully then book a follow on session. Once your confidence grows, and during another session we will work with you to help you cast on/off and create a purl stitch. Or perhaps you already know the basics but would like a little refresher - our wonderfully patient tutor is on-hand to assist you. Once booked we will contact you regarding your yarn choice as our tutor will need to prepare the casting on for your first session (the yarn and knitting needles are extra and will cost approx £5)
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Join us for a fun interactive session whilst our fabulous tutor Sharon demonstrates lots of Sewing conundrums including: lots of chance to ask questions, dont forget to reserve your spot!
Design, machine and hand stitching skills are gained in this fully inclusive class - suitable for all children aged from 8 years. Practice stitching on our workshop machines to gain confidence. Design 2 Emoji faces from felt shapes, machine stitch in place, place right sides together and stitch around the edge, leaving a gap. Fill the cushion with stuffing and hand stitch the opening.
This class is suitable for anyone who can use a sewing machine and has made a couple of simple items such as a cushion cover or bag.
You will cut your pattern pieces of stabiliser and lining fabrics.
Using a charm pack of ready cut 5" squares you will arange on to foam stabiliser and stitch together using bias binding tape, being careful to sew precisely to ensure the bag stitches together.
You will then create bag handles and a lining, create boxed corners and add a magnetic clasp.
You will need:
1 x 42 squares Charm pack
1 m Foam Stabiliser
9m of 16mm Bias Tape in co-ordinating colour
1m of co-ordinating lining fabric
1 Magnetic Clasp (included)
Learn to Sew This workshop will give you confidence to use a sewing machine and make other simple items. you may bring your own machine or use one of ours. You'll learn how to thread the machine and wind the bobbin and practice stitching. You will then measure and cut your fabric & create the cushion outer, finishing off with button holes too! Aimed at complete beginners; no prior sewing experience necessary. A 3 hour workshop with a selection of workshop fabrics included and cushion pad!.
A social knit class suitable for anyone who knows the basics of knitting (can knit and purl) but would like to try something different.
WARNING - Sock knitting is very addictive!
This class is over 3 x 2 hour short social sessions
Session 1:
Go through the pattern (included)
Casting on
Knit and Natter (help as required)
Homework: Get to heel flap
Session 2 - INTENSE SOCKING!!:
A more complex session starting with the heel flap, gusset and heel turn contruction
Homework: Get to toes/ foot length
Session 3:
Toe Shaping
Kitchener Stitch
Finishing off
Homework: Make another sock!
We welcome our guest tutor Sue to this is an all inclusive class.
Whats incuded in your Sox in a Box:
Head over Heels sock yarn - choice of colours
Sock Pattern
Symphonie Circular Knitting needle
Symphonie Double ended pins x 6
Come and learn how to make a needle felted penguin.
Full tuition, safety instruction and guidance will be given throughout.
We will be using needle felting needles (which are sharp) and wool roving to create a little friend
Learn how to create the shape and add detail
Children aged from 10 years welcome, but must be able to concentrate and have good hand/eye co-ordination.
Parents/ guardians please note - your child may prick themselves with the needle and this may bleed (they will be using a first time new needle), if you are unhappy for them to be pricked - please do not book them on to the class.
Do you own a Janome Sewing Machine and want to ensure you're using it properly?
You will need to bring a project you are working on and receive machine support from our team.
This workshop is FREE for a year if you purchase a Janome or Elna machine from us. Email us to book your FREE place.
Or even just bring some scrap fabric and practice the stitches within your machine.
Please Note: Our team will not be able to help you with your projects (eg dressmaking or quilting) but they will be able to help you get the most out of your machine.