Workshops
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Upcoming workshops
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Learn to sew: Cushion cover with floral corsage
Learn how to use a sewing machine and create a gorgeous removable cushion cover (pad included) with a detachable floral corsage. You’ll learn how to wind a bobbin, thread a machine and sew straight seams, plus get tips on choosing fabric, pinning, cutting and ironing. All materials included (choose your favourite fabric from our retail shop before class) plus you’ll take home a pattern so you can create more cushions at home.
This class serves as a prerequisite for our clothing workshops so once you’ve completed it you can learn to sew knickers, skirts, bags and more! (More about our sewing levels here.)
- Level: Absolute beginner
- Teacher: Suzanne Cowan
- Course length: One 3-hour session
- Next date(s):
- Saturday 20 November, 10:30am—1:30pm
- Fee: £47.00
- Availability: 10 places left
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Using and altering patterns
Confused by pattern markings? Curvy or slim and not sure which size to choose? Unlock the secrets of using commercial dress-making patterns in this two hour workshop.
You’ll learn how to take your own measurements, read and use a pattern, place fabric correctly, and make alterations before you start stitching to get the best fit from your project.
Feel free to bring a pattern you’re working with or refer to one of our samples in class.
- Level: New to patterns
- Teacher: Ekaterina Ignatieva
- Course length: One 2-hour session
- Next date(s):
- Saturday 20 November, 10:30am—12:30pm
- Fee: £29.00
- Availability: 10 places left
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Fabric manipulation
Fabric manipulation is a brilliant way to add distinction to your home accessories and your sewn clothing. In this skills workshop you’ll learn piping, tucking and gathering to make sample swatches then make a gorgeous cushion cover (pad included) using your new-found knowledge. (See samples here.)
All materials provided, including a selection of fabrics, cushion pad, plus take-home instructions.
PLEASE NOTE: This is not a beginner’s workshop, but one for someone with recent basic sewing experience. You should already know how to sew a straight seam and confidently use a machine with a few projects under your belt before coming to class. (If you haven’t sewn recently, please start with one of our Intro to Sewing Machine workshops: Cafe Apron, Cushion Cover or Tote Bags)
- Level: Intermediate
- Teacher: Laurel Waldron
- Course length: One 3.25-hour session
- Next date(s):
- Monday 22 November, 6:30pm—9:45pm
- Fee: £47.00
- Availability: 10 places left
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Soya teacup candle
Make your own beautifully scented candle using eco-friendly soya wax, natural essential oils, and a vintage china teacup set.
You’ll learn about essential oils to create a blend of your choice, then fashion your own container candle. All materials provided (including teacups and saucers) or bring a favourite cup or other container to fill. You’ll also away a resource list so you can make more candles at home!
Note: As the molten wax needs time to solidify, enjoy a drink or a spot of shopping on nearby Upper Street while your candle cools, or come pick up another day. Alternately, we can post it to you for £6 to cover the cost of postage and packing materials.
- Level: All levels
- Teacher: Jennifer Pirtle
- Course length: One 1.5-hour session
- Next date(s):
- Wednesday 24 November, 6:30pm—8:00pm
- Fee: £25.00
- Availability: 10 places left
