Sew Forest of Dean

Contact Name: Jennifer Johnson

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Address:
The Studio, Cemetery House
High Street, Clearwell
Coleford
Gloucestershire
GL16 8JS

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This craft course provider has been awarded Gold status for receiving 10 or more 5 star ratings from previous students.

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About Sew Forest of Dean

In case we haven’t met before, I’m Jen Johnson and I run Sew Forest of Dean, teaching all aspects of sewing by machine or by hand. I’m also a crazy cat lady, wife to Ed and Mum to identical twins Oscar and Charlie. My workshops and courses take place in my purpose-built garden studio in Clearwell and my aim is very simple – to help get people sewing.

My designs have been featured in British Patchwork and Quilting Magazine and I am qualified in Textiles, from Herefordshire Ludlow College.

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Gold AWARD

"Night of a Thousand Stars" Quilt

Live online course

£50

This striking quilt pattern will make a stunning addition to any room and the various methods of colour placement can dramatically change the patterns within the quilt. 5 weeks online, so grab yourself a cuppa and learn from the comfort of your home.

This striking quilt pattern will make a stunning addition to any room and the various methods of colour placement can dramatically change the patterns within the quilt. 5 weeks online,...

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Bargello Quilt

Live online course

£20

Using just 20 fabric strips this is a quick and easy project and you should complete your quilt top during the 2 online sessions. Originating from a 17th century Italian embroidery design, Bargello quilts look incredibly intricate and difficult to make. However, using modern techniques I will show you how to make an easy and impressive quilt. This project would make a fantastic wall hanging, lap quilt or could form the centre of a larger quilt.

Using just 20 fabric strips this is a quick and easy project and you should complete your quilt top during the 2 online sessions. Originating from a 17th century Italian...

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Beginner's Hand Embroidery Workshop

In-person course

Gloucestershire - Next course on 8th October 2021

£60

Whichever style of embroidery interests you, there is one thing they all have in common – the actual embroidery stitches. Threads, fabrics and designs may vary but the core stitches can be utilised to great effort across all types of embroidery.

Whichever style of embroidery interests you, there is one thing they all have in common – the actual embroidery stitches. Threads, fabrics and designs may vary but the core stitches...

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Beginner's Quilting Day with Sew Forest of Dean

In-person course

Gloucestershire - Next course on 11th October 2021

£60

Beginner's Quilting Day This pretty quilt has been designed with total beginner’s in mind. The design is quick and simple to make, with minimum fabric cutting (you wont be cutting lots of small pieces all day!).

Beginner's Quilting Day This pretty quilt has been designed with total beginner’s in mind. The design is quick and simple to make, with minimum fabric cutting (you wont be cutting...

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Christmas 2021

Live online course

- Next course on 3rd November 2021

£60

New for 2021, weekly quilting and sewing classes themed around all things Christmassy! Each week we will explore ideas and techniques for a wide range of festive projects including: Table runner and placements Cushions Tote Bags Needlecases Textile Christmas cards Textile Christmas decorations So why not make the most of the cold, darker evenings and come along for some fun and creative evenings, all from the comfort of your own home.

New for 2021, weekly quilting and sewing classes themed around all things Christmassy! Each week we will explore ideas and techniques for a wide range of festive projects including: Table...

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Crewel/Jacobean Embroidery Workshop

In-person course

Gloucestershire - Next course on 1st October 2021

£60

Crewel embroidery, also known as Jacobean embroidery, has been practiced for centuries and remains a beautiful and practical craft used to adorn clothing, bags, boxes and much more.  Traditionally worked in crewel wool thread, we will also look at modern threads and how they can be used to great effect. 

Crewel embroidery, also known as Jacobean embroidery, has been practiced for centuries and remains a beautiful and practical craft used to adorn clothing, bags, boxes and much more.  Traditionally worked...

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Fabric books and journals

In-person course

Gloucestershire

£60

Journals and scrapbooking have always been a great way to record special events, memories or just to develop ideas. What better way than to include fabrics and textiles into these books and make them truly unique pieces of art? Suitable for all levels of ability, this workshop will show you how to create your very own book using a combination of hand stitching and textile techniques.

Journals and scrapbooking have always been a great way to record special events, memories or just to develop ideas. What better way than to include fabrics and textiles into these...

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Fabric Boxes

In-person course

Gloucestershire - Next course on 29th October 2021

£60

In this one day workshop, we will explore a whole range of techniques to design, embellish and assemble your own fabric boxes. Using pelmet vilene, silks and machine stitching, you will have the opportunity to create unique and useful vessels, perfect for gifting and keeping. Choose from a range of designs, squares, rectangles, hexagons. Include lids and fastenings to truly customise your project.

In this one day workshop, we will explore a whole range of techniques to design, embellish and assemble your own fabric boxes. Using pelmet vilene, silks and machine stitching, you...

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Free machine embroidery - an introduction to

In-person course

Gloucestershire - Next course on 16th October 2021

£60

This fun 1 day workshop will really get you started with your free machine embroidery, with great results from the start!  Lots of tips and techniques, this will be a jam-packed day including: Achieving the correct tension Planning your machine stitching Appliqué techniques Using your sewing machine as a pencil (outline drawing and much more!) Needles, threads, inferfacings etc - all the technical jargon explained Creating your own unique textiles

This fun 1 day workshop will really get you started with your free machine embroidery, with great results from the start!  Lots of tips and techniques, this will be a...

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Free Motion Quilting for the Terrified!

In-person course

Gloucestershire - Next course on 20th October 2021

£60

New for 2020, this fun workshop will aim to move you on from “in-the-ditch” quilting and from quilting straight lines. Using a variety of techniques we will work on quilting samples to find a style and method that suits you best.

New for 2020, this fun workshop will aim to move you on from “in-the-ditch” quilting and from quilting straight lines. Using a variety of techniques we will work on quilting...

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Learn to Love your Sewing Machine

In-person course

Gloucestershire - Next course on 21st January 2022

£60

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...

Gold AWARD

Online Beginner's Patchwork and Quilting Course with Sew Forest of Dean

Live online course

£40

Brand new for 2021, Live online quilting course via Zoom, for total beginners. So if you have a sewing machine, some fabric in the cupboard and have never tried quilting before, why not come and join me? This 4 week course will guide you through making your very first quilt with ease.

Brand new for 2021, Live online quilting course via Zoom, for total beginners. So if you have a sewing machine, some fabric in the cupboard and have never tried quilting...

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Reversible Tote Bag Pattern PDF Download

Online on-demand course

£6.50

This is a handy tote bag pattern, with boxed corners to give it some extra width. It is intentionally simple, without zips or buttonhole fastenings, however you can add these to your project if you wish. You can simplify it further by omitting the boxed corners. The bag has been designed to fit A4 folders, laptops and is also perfect for popping out to the shops.

This is a handy tote bag pattern, with boxed corners to give it some extra width. It is intentionally simple, without zips or buttonhole fastenings, however you can add these...

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