Want to learn to sew but don’t know your seam ripper from your stay tape? Join us on our 4 week introduction to sewing where you will learn to make a simple tote with a zip closure and a buttoned pocket. On this skills based course we will walk you through the basics of sewing (more…)
In this 3 hour introduction to Sewing Machines class, you will learn the following: How to thread a sewing machine Basic machine safety The different parts of a sewing machine How to use different stitches How to make an envelope cushion cover You will need to bring: A piece of light to medium weight fabric (more…)
Join us for an evening of sewing, tea and chat in our Thursday sewcial sewing club. Running fortnightly on the First and Third Thursdays of each month from 6:00 – 8:00pm. Bring your own project to work on and get help and advice from our friendly and experienced sewing tutors. You are welcome to use (more…)
In this 2 hour class you will learn how to make an adorable pair of stretchy baby leggings perfect for newborns and babies up to 12 months. These leggings have a knit waistband, high rise waist (to cover nappies) and are comfy enough to wear all day long. Choose from our fun range of stretch (more…)
Create a perfectly fitting bodice block with sleeve in this weekend workshop. We’ll cover: How to take measurements accurately Drafting techniques for the bodice & sleeve block How to create mock ups (toiles) of both bodice and sleeve for fitting and with expert guidance, you’ll carry out adjustments to the blocks so they they fit you (more…)
Fancy learning to make your own undies but daunted by the process? Sign up for our Knicker Making Workshop and we will take you step by step through the process using the Tilly and the Buttons Iris Knicker pattern. This is a versatile pattern with a choice of low, midi and high legs and waistlines (more…)
Calling all crafty kids! Like Sew Amazing’s Summer Sewing School is aimed at children aged 8-12. This four-week course is the perfect introduction to any child using a domestic sewing machine. Every workshop focuses on a different fun project, from cushion covers to tote bags. This experience is open to complete beginners or children who (more…)
Create a perfectly fitting trouser block in this weekend workshop. We’ll cover: How to take measurements accurately Trouser block drafting techniques How to create mock ups (toiles) of the trousers for fitting Common trouser fitting issues & how to fix them and with expert guidance you’ll carry out adjustments to the blocks so they they (more…)
In this 4 hour workshop, you will learn the following: How to use shirring elastic How to turn thin straps through easily How to create a zero waste sun dress You will need to bring: A piece of light to medium weight jersey fabric for your dress (1m by 1.5m wide for up to UK (more…)
Hands up who likes jumpsuits? Ok if you didn’t put your hand up because jumpsuits are the Devil’s work and never fit you…. Think again!!! Enter: The Jumpsuit Weekender, with resident fit-spert Fina Makes. Over the course of the weekend, you’ll choose a jumpsuit pattern from the ones in store (Paper Theory Zadie, Closet Core (more…)