Workshops, Classes and Events

Welcome to our small and friendly workshops which take place at our studio in Newport, Isle of Wight, UK. These individual workshops are aimed at all level of sewer, from our Starting to Sew sessions for complete beginners to pattern drafting and draping for more advanced makers. Workshops and classes are taught by myself, Sue, I am a professional pattern cutter with over thirty years of fashion industry experience.

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Pattern Cutting Sleeves

Working in half scale we will be drafting various sleeve shapes.

This workshop will take place on SUNDAY 20th October, 10 am to 1 pm, £40

Starting to Sew

A two hour basics class to get to know the sewing machine, sew simple seams and neaten edges. Bring your own machine or use one of our Janome machines. This workshop is suitable for complete beginners or those wanting to refresh their sewing skills. These are normally repeated monthly with the opportunity to take follow on workshops. £20

The next beginners workshop will be in November

Starting to Sew 2

A follow on workshop for those who have attended the "Starting to Sew". We cover a range of techniques including gathers, darts, elastic and also make a hair scrunchie! Please only book if you have attended the first session.

October 27th 10.30 to 12.30, £20

Starting to Sew 3

A follow on workshop for those who have attended previous workshop. Learn more sewing skills such as binding, topstitching and hems. Practice using the overlocker. Please only book if you have attended the second session.

October 13th 10.30 - 12.30, £20

One to One

You decide what you would like to achieve. Maybe learn sewing basics in one session, create a pattern from your favourite garment, create a body block or a trouser block, learn some pattern drafting, it's your choice!

Message or call to book a time and date that works for you. Three hours £100.

Weekly Classes

We currently run classes on Wednesday and Thursday mornings plus a Tuesday evening class. The classes are limited to three students to ensure you get full support with you sewing project. These classes are for any level.

Currently all classes are full but some spaces may be coming up soon. These classes are for two hours per session and run in blocks of five weeks which can be repeated for as long as you wish. Your sewing pattern is included if you choose to make one of our styles! £100

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