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What will I learn? This course offers beginners the chance to learn basic clothing construction and improvers the opportunity to develop existing skills. Guided by the tutor, you’ll cover essential processes such as pattern and fabric selection, checking measurements, fitting, adapting patterns, and garment construction techniques including seams, fastenings (zips, buttonholes), and finishing details (hems, […]

What will I learn? Make a piece of clothing of your choice, your tutor will discuss this with you at the first session and give advice and guidance on pattern selection. You will have the opportunity to learn about:● Interpreting and adapting a commercial pattern.● Personalizing your project exploring design detailing.● Selecting suitable fabrics and […]

What will I learn? Knitting and Crochet are increasingly popular crafts that combine the joy of making with improved well-being through mindful activity. Whilst much can be gleaned from watching videos online or reading books, the various ‘techniques’ of knitting and crochet from all over the world can be very confusing, making learning difficult to […]

What will I learn? This course aims to give learners the opportunity to learn basic construction skills of a piece of clothing and for improvers to consolidate and develop existing skills and to explore more advanced dressmaking techniques, fit and alter commercial patterns for a personalised fit, as well as working with more challenging fabrics […]

What will I learn? Knitting and Crochet are increasingly popular crafts that combine the joy of making with improved well-being through mindful activity. Whilst much can be gleaned from watching videos online or reading books, the various ‘techniques’ of knitting and crochet from all over the world can be very confusing, making learning difficult to […]

What will I learn? Knitting and Crochet are increasingly popular crafts that combine the joy of making with improved well-being through mindful activity. Whilst much can be gleaned from watching videos online or reading books, the various ‘techniques’ of knitting and crochet from all over the world can be very confusing, making learning difficult to […]

What will I learn? The course aims to extend and develop pattern cutting skills learnt in our introduction to pattern cutting course, it is also suitable for beginners who would like to start creating patterns. On this course you will learn how to create a skirt block to your own body measurements or to standard […]

What will I learn? Go “Eco-Chic!” with our exciting new sustainable sewing course: transform your clothes and reduce waste. Have a fashion refresh and learn practical skills to alter, repair, and upcycle your clothes, reducing waste and saving money. This course promotes sustainable fashion by teaching techniques that extend the life of garments and encourage […]

What will I learn? During the course you will work on a project set by the tutor. The project will be used to introduce you to the basic techniques used in Patchwork and Quilting to produce a variety of patterned items such as quilts, clothing, bags and home furnishings. Is this course for me? This […]

What will I learn? This course aims to provide you with the necessary skills to alter clothes with confidence. You will have the opportunity to learn how to replace zips, add zips, buttonholes, buttons, hem, linings, adding fabric, adjusting the size or style of a garment. Is this course for me? This course is for […]

What will I learn? Our crochet workshop will teach you the delicate art of crocheting, a lifelong skill that you will use to make beautiful items for yourself and others. During the course you will learn: • How to hold the yarn and hook• How to understand the language of crochet patterns.• Make a crochet […]

What will I learn? During the workshop you will have the opportunity to explore a variety of techniques using an overlocker including: Working with different thread set upsFlat lock or butt seaming ( if your machine has this stitch capability)Explore overlocker foot attachments( optional): taping foot, blind hem (you may need to purchase these, they […]

What will I learn? Our crochet workshop will teach you the delicate art of crocheting, a lifelong skill that you will use to make beautiful items for yourself and others. During the course you will learn: • How to hold the yarn and hook• How to understand the language of crochet patterns.• Make a crochet […]

What will I learn? Knitting and Crochet are increasingly popular crafts that combine the joy of making with improved well-being through mindful activity. Whilst much can be gleaned from watching videos online or reading books, the various ‘techniques’ of knitting and crochet from all over the world can be very confusing, making learning difficult to […]

What will I learn? Knitting and Crochet are increasingly popular crafts that combine the joy of making with improved well-being through mindful activity. Whilst much can be gleaned from watching videos online or reading books, the various ‘techniques’ of knitting and crochet from all over the world can be very confusing, making learning difficult to […]

What will I learn? Our crochet workshop will teach you the delicate art of crocheting, a lifelong skill that you will use to make a stunning Summer shoulder bag, which you will be able to finish at home. Is this course for me? This workshop is for those who have attended our Basics Workshop or […]

What will I learn? Sashiko is the Japanese art of using a sewing running stitch to decorate or reinforce cloth.In this workshop, you will learn all the basic techniques and principles of sashiko. Using a combination of group demonstrations and individual guidance, the tutor will teach you to make an embroidery of your own. You […]

What will I learn? During the course you will learn: ● To set-up your machine for different fabric types and projects.● Explore a variety of foot attachments and how to use them.● Essential sewing techniques such as: Seams, hems, fastenings and decorative techniques.● Have the opportunity to work on a craft project of your choice, […]

What will I learn? This course aims to enable you to become confident in using the basic features of your sewing machine and to learn how to take body measurements to enable you to buy the correct size commercial pattern confidently.During the course learners will:• Learn how to thread correctly your sewing machine.• Gain knowledge […]