Sewing machine courses, craft kits and handcrafted gifts

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In-person course

Worcestershire - Next course on 10th September 2022

Learn to make Roman Blinds - Worcestershire

(22)

£60

Learn to make machine sewn roman blinds. You will learn how to: - Measure your window - Calculate fabric requirements - Calculate pleat depth - Attach rod tape - Attach velcro fastening - Make a lining - Make a bottom bar casing - Put the blind and rods together to be ready to hang You will make a lined sample blind to keep fabric provided. Basic sewing skills required. Includes full written instructions with an easy calculation guide for reference. A demonstration will be given of type of track and...

Learn to make machine sewn roman blinds. You will learn how to: - Measure your window - Calculate fabric requirements - Calculate pleat depth - Attach rod tape - Attach...

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In-person course

West Sussex - Next course on 26th May 2022

Free Motion Sewing/Applique - 1:1 course.

(3)

£55

About the Course This exciting creative 1:1 workshop is great for beginners. You will learn how to prepare your fabric, set up your machine and get ‘drawing’ wibbly wobbly stitches making pictures and designs, without your ‘feeds’. You will add fabric and paint during the day to get a feel of textures and colour. By the end of the class you’ll have a selection of sample pieces and have created your very own piece of work framed in an embroidery hoop. The workshop runs from 10am – 4pm (may run...

About the Course This exciting creative 1:1 workshop is great for beginners. You will learn how to prepare your fabric, set up your machine and get ‘drawing’ wibbly wobbly stitches...

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Craft kit

Tilly and the buttons Coco Top kit with pattern and fabric

(1)

£49.95

This kit includes a Tilly and the Buttons Coco kit for the top version. This is a lovely pattern for either a plain or funnel neck top. The fabric is a striped jersey fabric that compliments the pattern. Instructions for making include photographs to help. A lovely kit to give as a gift or treat yourself to a workshop at home in your own time. You will use this pattern again and again. Confident beginners will love this easy make. If you have just got an overlocker this is a...

This kit includes a Tilly and the Buttons Coco kit for the top version. This is a lovely pattern for either a plain or funnel neck top. The fabric is...

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Online on-demand course

Sew a historically-inspired tie-on pocket with hamblemouse

£40

This is a pattern and video tutorial for a handmade tie-on pocket based on the tie-on pockets worn by our ancestors - because modern pockets are pretty useless! No matter what type of clothes you wear, we all need good pockets. Join me to make a simple, sturdy tie-on pocket with a lined front and a single-piece back, fully concealed seams, some simple decorative stitching, and secure ties to tie it around your waist, or anywhere else! This is a really relaxed, step-by-step course. The pdf download contains the pattern...

This is a pattern and video tutorial for a handmade tie-on pocket based on the tie-on pockets worn by our ancestors - because modern pockets are pretty useless! No matter...

In-person course

South Yorkshire - Next course on 26th June 2022

Free-machine Embroidery Workshops in Sheffield S11

(81)

£65

Free-machine embroidery is a fun and creative way of ‘drawing’ with your sewing machine.   During my workshop’s I will show you how to set up your machine for free-machine embroidery, how to stretch fabric onto an embroidery hoop, and how to practise drawing with your sewing machine.  At the start of the workshop I do a short demonstration of the techniques I teach using my Bernina sewing machine.   Suitable for complete beginners, those who haven’t used a sewing machine before or experienced sewers who would like to refresh their skills.  ...

Free-machine embroidery is a fun and creative way of ‘drawing’ with your sewing machine.   During my workshop’s I will show you how to set up your machine for free-machine embroidery,...

In-person course

Hampshire - Next course on 6th June 2022

Beginners sewing classes on one to one basis

(18)

£25

NEW YEAR learn to sew with basic sewing projects Sew-b-it has been doing workshops for the past 7 years . Beginners sewing workshops every !st Monday of the month. Bring your own sewing machine and fabric . When you book I will inform you of fabric requirements etc Contact me for material required as sometimes we need you to cut out the fabric to save on time.. Each month I have a 2-hour project all designed for beginners. You learn new techniques each month Tote bag - bring your own...

NEW YEAR learn to sew with basic sewing projects Sew-b-it has been doing workshops for the past 7 years . Beginners sewing workshops every !st Monday of the month. Bring...

In-person course

Surrey - Next course on 25th May 2022

Machine embroidery

(17)

£75

In this fun and inspiring workshop, you will learn how to really make the most of a sewing machine, using it to 'draw' and create a set of unique stitched samples. You have the choice of working from your own images (drawings and/or photos) or from some of mine. As the course is run for no more than 2 or 3 people at a time, it can be tailored very much to individual needs and requirements. By the end of the day you will have: - Learnt how to set...

In this fun and inspiring workshop, you will learn how to really make the most of a sewing machine, using it to 'draw' and create a set of unique stitched...

In-person course

Cardiff - Next course on 24th May 2022

Dungaree Making with Twin Made One-to-One 1 to 1

(9)

£100

Join us to make a pair of dungarees with lots of pockets. You will need to bring 2.5/3 metres of a prewashed medium weight fabric, cord or twill work great. You will take home your dungarees, pattern and instructions so you can make more in all the colours. After the class you will also receive a dungaree hack, so when making again you could add: tie straps, inseam pockets and even dungaree shorts! A week before the class we will ask for your hip and inside leg measurement so we...

Join us to make a pair of dungarees with lots of pockets. You will need to bring 2.5/3 metres of a prewashed medium weight fabric, cord or twill work great....

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Gloucestershire - Next course on 13th July 2022

Learn to Love your Sewing Machine

(9)

£65

Do you have you a sewing machine but you’re not quite sure what to do with it? Did your machine come with a selection of presser feet and “bits and bobs” that you’ve never explored? If so, then my one day workshop is just the thing for you to get the very best out of your machine. Perfect for beginners and those with experience who are yet to explore the full capability of their machines.

Do you have you a sewing machine but you’re not quite sure what to do with it? Did your machine come with a selection of presser feet and “bits and...

In-person course

County Durham - Next course on 24th May 2022

Using a Sewing Machine for Beginners

(8)

£45

Learn how to use your sewing machine with confidence in this tailor-made workshop for absolute beginners! Due to COVID-19, we are only teaching one person at any one time, unless both people are from the same household or bubble. You will get one to one expert help, ensuring you get the most from the session. The workshop is ideal for anyone who wants to learn to use a sewing machine or would like to learn a new skill that is also very versatile. Everything you need to complete this hands-on...

Learn how to use your sewing machine with confidence in this tailor-made workshop for absolute beginners! Due to COVID-19, we are only teaching one person at any one time, unless...