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Beginners Sewing Class
Sunday 25th March
1pm-3.30pm
£30
This class has been designed for anyone with little or no sewing experience.
Learn basic sewing skills and gain the confidence to make your own items of clothing
or things for the home.
You will learn such things as how to thread a sewing machine and wind a bobbin, feed fabric through, sew in a straight line and turn corners. You will also have time to explore the range of stitches on the machine and create a simple project for you to take home.
You are welcome to bring your own machine to become more familiar with it, or use one of ours. All materials will be included.
To book email:
[email protected]
Sunday 15th April
10am-3pm
£55
Make a unique patchwork teddy bear; a keepsake to cherish for years to come. This class is suitable for an intermediate sewer. He's quick and simple to complete, and you can have fun matching or contrasting different combinations of fabric from your baby's old clothes.
In this class you will receive on hand instructions how to cut and sew your memory bear. Bring along a selection of medium weight cotton fabrics: baby grows, t-shirts, leggings etc.
Pattern, stuffing, buttons and equipment will be provided.
There will be a mid-class break, during which a light lunch will be served.
To book email:
[email protected]
Sunday 29th April
1pm-3pm
£35
This class is perfect for beginners who want to learn the craft of lampshade making - no sewing required! You’ll learn how to apply the lampshade PVC, attach the rings and create neat rolled edges. You will make a 30cm diameter fabric lampshade which can be used on a lamp base or ceiling pendant.
Cost includes all tools for the class apart from fabric, which you will need to bring along with you (ironed, if possible). Your fabric will need to be 110cm x 30cm piece of fabric.
We recommend using a light to medium weight fabric; either a cotton, poly cotton
or a linen/cotton mix.
To book email:
[email protected]