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What will I learn? This project based course will allow you to build on your existing dress making skills, and use advanced fitting, construction, and finishing techniques to achieve professional looking results. You will be guided through all the processes involved in creating a garment in your chosen fabric using advanced dress making techniques.By the […]

What will I learn? With expert guidance from an experienced tutor, this course enables you to learn at your own pace. Mainly aimed at the complete beginner, or those who have some existing skills, whatever your starting point, the tutor will tailor the course to your individual needs. You will start learning basic stitches and […]

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? If you have an old tablecloth, a piece of heirloom fabric, or an item of clothing that you no longer use, but can’t bear to throw away, why not transform it into a festive stocking? Using a combination of group demonstrations and individual guidance, the tutor will teach you to make […]

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• Make a crochet chain stitch and slip stitch• Work Double Crochet […]

What will I learn? Unlock your creative potential on this unique one-day course.During the course you will learn to knit and/or crochet festive decorations such as baubles and stars to hang on your tree. You could also start making beautiful accessories such as tea light holders and small wall hangings to add a contemporary festive […]

What will I learn? On this workshop you will:• Refine your machine embroidery skills, learn how to adjust tension on your machine to achieve excellent and easy stitching.• Use a darning foot• Learn how to do free machine embroidery. Is this course for me? A lovely relaxing workshop playing with colours and fabrics to create […]

What will I learn? During the course you will create a 2D needle felted Christmas robin. Is this course for me? This course aims to give you the knowledge and skills needed to create your own personalised Christmas felted robin for your home or as a gift. Learners are given individual support and group demonstrations […]

What will I learn? Unlock your creative potential on this unique one-day course.During the course you will learn to knit and/or crochet festive decorations such as baubles and stars to hang on your tree. You could also start making beautiful accessories such as tea light holders and small wall hangings to add a contemporary festive […]

What will I learn? During the workshop you will have the opportunity to explore a variety of techniques using an overlocker including:• 3-Thread overlocking.• 2-Thread overlocking (if your machine has this stitch capability).• 4-Thread overlocking.• Seaming techniques on a variety of fabrics.• Overlocking on tricky shapes.• Attaching rib bands on knits.• Exploring edge finishes using […]

What will I learn? Unlock your creative potential on this unique one-day workshop.At the start of the workshop you will learn to make a delightful Bobble Hat decoration for your tree – no special skills required! Then, depending on your existing skills, choose from a range of small projects made with yarn; some are knitted […]

What will I learn? During the course you will be able to choose what you would like to make, from a range of designs. You will be able to personalise your gifts using a variety of fabrics and trims. Is this course for me? This course aims to give you the knowledge and skills needed […]

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 ‘languages’ 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, alter and adapt commercial patterns for a perfect fit, as well as working with delicate fabrics and […]

What will I learn? Crochet is an increasingly popular craft 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 ‘languages’ of crochet from all over the world can be very confusing, making learning difficult to master alone, and […]

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, alter and adapt commercial patterns for a perfect fit, as well as working with delicate fabrics and […]

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? 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, alter and adapt commercial patterns for a perfect fit, as well as working with delicate fabrics and […]

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, alter and adapt commercial patterns for a perfect fit, as well as working with delicate 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 ‘languages’ of knitting and crochet from all over the world can be very confusing, making learning difficult to […]