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A workshop where you will create samples of texture in fabric by hand yo-yo’s, crinkle fabric and bubbles! and lots of different pleats and tucks. These techniques can then be used in your own work whether it is pictures, cushions or quilts or adding detail to your clothes. Learn More

All materials are included in the cost of the workshop. Here is an opportunity to explore, the creative art of felt making. You will learn the techniques of pre-felting and layering with Merino wool tops and other fibers including organic Goodwood Fleece. We will make nuno felt and 3D felt samples too. You will create a series of beautiful samples ready to continue the exploration of this ancient and tactile craft. Soap is used in the making of felt - if you have an allergy please bring gloves or I have a supply of latex gloves at the studio Learn More

Embroidery is a skill that transfers into so many textile disciplines. You can embroider onto clothing or table linen; you can use it in quilting and pictures. On this workshop you will create a set of samples whilst learning a host of stitches. You will learn how to transfer your design onto the fabric and experiment with different threads. Learn More

Learn all you need to know to achieve a professional finish to your tailored garments with some easy techniques. If you have ever wondered how to shape a striped fabric around a lapel, make bound buttonholes and jetted pocket then this is the workshop for you. You will also learn balanced darts and pattern matching for checks, stripes and patterns. Learn how to do it and take home samples. Learn More

Overcome your fear of zippers in this practical skills workshop! You’ll learn to insert a concealed zip (look like a pro when you make dresses or cushion covers!). A fly zip with a placket for jeans & trousers and an exposed teeth zip – the fashionable fastening for dresses and skirts. You will receive lots of tips on choosing the correct zip for your project and take home samples and notes to help with your next project. Don’t let zips hold you back! Learn More

Come and sew along side Claire & Sam . Just like stitch Cafe you will have use of all the facilities to work on your own projects. A chance to have a cup of tea and homemade cake and enjoy the company of like-minded people! Threads , notions & materials will be available for you to purchase should you wish and will be charged on an individual basis. Places will be limited to 8 so that there is sufficient space for everyone including Claire & Sam who will be developing samples for new workshops coming up. Learn More

Come and sew along side Claire & Sam . Just like stitch Cafe you will have use of all the facilities to work on your own projects. A chance to have a cup of tea and homemade cake and enjoy the company of like-minded people! Threads , notions & materials will be available for you to purchase should you wish and will be charged on an individual basis. Places will be limited to 8 so that there is sufficient space for everyone including Claire & Sam who will be developing samples for new workshops coming up. Learn More

Shibori is the Japanese art of resist dying using binding, folding, stitching and twisting to create beautiful fabrics. Kanoko shibori is what we would term as tie-dye but the Japanese developed many many more techniques to create incredibly beautiful patterns. On this course you will learn many of the techniques and how to prepare the dyes. All the dyes we prepare will be safe to use at home. By the end of the day you will have a stash of samples and notes on how to continue to expand this technique. Learn More

A fantastic opportunity to make chunky, luxurious rugs using a traditional Peg Loom. You will be able to complete a series of samples during the day and have the skills to make more at home. We will use a combination of recycled fabric and Goodwood organic sheep fleece to build up fabulous textural surface to your own tastes and colour preferences. If you love the technique you will be able to buy your loom to take home with you at a cost of £36 Learn More

Your sewing machine will have arrived with basic machine feet but do you know what they all do? On this workshop you will learn to identify the feet you have as well as see what else is available. With approximately 25 different feet to try you will learn how to cord, bead, pipe, try different feet for stitching straight lines, hemming and taming difficult fabrics as well as neatening edges and creating decorative stitches. Take home lots of samples and notes and never have trouble choosing the correct foot for your project again. Learn More

All materials and thread are included in the cost of the workshop. Free hand machine embroidery allows your imagination to run wild whether figurative or abstract. You will learn all the tricks of the trade including layering with thread and using dissolvable fabric. We will also create a quilted sample. Discover a real freedom in stitch and create at least 4 beautiful samplers in the process. Don’t worry about the drawing I will show you lots of ways to create wonderful images without being Da Vinci! Learn More

All materials and thread are included in the cost of the workshop. Free hand machine embroidery allows your imagination to run wild whether figurative or abstract. You will learn all the tricks of the trade including layering with thread and using dissolvable fabric. We will also create a quilted sample. Discover a real freedom in stitch and create at least 4 beautiful samplers in the process. Don’t worry about the drawing I will show you lots of ways to create wonderful images without being Da Vinci! Learn More

Overcome your fear of zippers in this practical skills workshop! You’ll learn to insert a regular zip, a concealed zip (look like a pro when you make dresses or cushion covers!). A fly zip with a placket and a couture zip. You’ll also get tips for managing broken zips and for altering garments with existing zippers. At the end of the class you’ll leave with samples of each technique, plus a stylish little zippered purse you made yourself. Don’t let zips hold you back! Learn More

All thread and fabric is included in the cost of the workshop. Take your overlocker out of the box and bring it along to our Overlocking day! If you don't have one then then you can use one of ours. Learn how to thread your machine and how to set it up for finishing seams, constructing garments, decorative stitches and the perfect rolled hem. You will leave with samples and notes to give you confidence to use your overlocker for all your creative projects and the professional finish. Please when booking let us know what make your overlocker is or that you would like to use one of ours. Learn More

All materials and thread are included in the cost of the workshop. Free hand machine embroidery allows your imagination to run wild whether figurative or abstract. You will learn all the tricks of the trade including layering with thread and using dissolvable fabric. We will also create a quilted sample. Discover a real freedom in stitch and create at least 4 beautiful samplers in the process. Don’t worry about the drawing I will show you lots of ways to create wonderful images without being Da Vinci! Learn More

All materials and notions are included in the cost of the workshop Investigate the art of appliqué by creating five samples, machine, hand, padded, reverse and 3D appliqué. You can then use these skills in cushion making and quilting to decorating clothing and bags. We will use a variety of fabrics and thread. Click on 'learn more' to see more images Learn More

All thread and fabric is included in the cost of the workshop. Take your overlocker out of the box and bring it along to our Overlocking day! If you don't have one then then you can use one of ours. Learn how to thread your machine and how to set it up for finishing seams, constructing garments, decorative stitches and the perfect rolled hem. You will leave with samples and notes to give you confidence to use your overlocker for all your creative projects and the professional finish. Please when booking let us know what make your overlocker is or that you would like to use one of ours. Learn More

All thread and fabric is included in the cost of the workshop. Take your overlocker out of the box and bring it along to our Overlocking day! If you don't have one then then you can use one of ours. Learn how to thread your machine and how to set it up for finishing seams, constructing garments, decorative stitches and the perfect rolled hem. You will leave with samples and notes to give you confidence to use your overlocker for all your creative projects and the professional finish. Please when booking let us know what make your overlocker is or that you would like to use one of ours. Learn More

All thread and fabric is included in the cost of the workshop. Take your overlocker out of the box and bring it along to our Overlocking day! If you don't have one then then you can use one of ours. Learn how to thread your machine and how to set it up for finishing seams, constructing garments, decorative stitches and the perfect rolled hem. You will leave with samples and notes to give you confidence to use your overlocker for all your creative projects and the professional finish. Please when booking let us know what make your overlocker is or that you would like to use one of ours. Learn More

On this 2nd part of our Overlocking Workshops you will learn to use your Overlocker to create decorative stitches. Using different threads and even fishing line, you will create samples as well as making a bag with a zip - all with your overlocker. If you would like to use one of our overlockers then you are very welcome. Learn More

Achieving a perfect finish for your garments often comes from the extra details used in construction. On this workshop you will learn how to choose the correct fabric to interline for a couture finish, hand stitches and fastenings as well as how to make continuous bias binding from a small piece of fabric then finish seams and hems with a Hong Kong binding. Lots of techniques to learn, with samples and notes to take home. Learn More

On this 2nd part of our Overlocking Workshops you will learn to use your Overlocker to create decorative stitches. Using different threads and even fishing line, you will create samples as well as making a bag with a zip - all with your overlocker. If you would like to use one of our overlockers then you are very welcome. Learn More

All materials and dyes are included in the cost of the workshop. Learn to work with procion dyes both in liquid form and also using them as a paste to be able to paint with. We will explore using rust to achieve beautiful colour. We will be block printing, stencilling, painting and blending. You will spend the three days working with colour on a variety of natural fabrics . By the end of the workshop you will go away with a sample book and the confidence to use these techniques again. All techniques are safe to use at home. You will need to be ok wearing rubber gloves and a cotton face mask for some of the work. Learn More

All materials and thread are included in the cost of the workshop. Free hand machine embroidery allows your imagination to run wild whether figurative or abstract. You will learn all the tricks of the trade including layering with thread and using dissolvable fabric. We will also create a quilted sample. Discover a real freedom in stitch and create at least 4 beautiful samplers in the process. This is a beautiful way of creating pattern and detail in both dressmaking and the textile arts. Learn More

Embroidery is a skill that transfers into so many textile disciplines. You can embroider onto clothing or table linen; you can use it in quilting and pictures. On this workshop you will create a set of samples whilst learning a host of stitches. On the second day we will explore the Japanese stitch Sashiko, often seen in white thread on indigo fabric. You will learn how to transfer your design onto the fabric and experiment with different threads. Learn More

A workshop where you will create samples of texture in fabric by hand yo-yo’s, crinkle fabric and bubbles! and lots of different pleats and tucks. These techniques can then be used in your own work whether it is pictures, cushions or quilts or adding detail to your clothes. Learn More

All materials and notions are included in the cost of the workshop Investigate the art of appliqué by creating five samples, machine, hand, padded, reverse and 3D appliqué. You can then use these skills in cushion making and quilting to decorating clothing and bags. We will use a variety of fabrics and thread. Click on 'learn more' to see more images Learn More

I am delighted to welcome Sarah Lloyd to the barn to teach this two day workshop. Sarah is a fantastic embroiderer and a great teacher. If you have previously been on the beginners embroidery workshop then this is going to be a brilliant follow on workshop. On this two day workshop you will learn how to use hand stitching to add texture and three dimensional elements to your creative work. Covering both drawn thread techniques and variations on some traditional stitches, you will explore ways to develop your hand stitching skills. Samples will be worked on linen using cotton perlé and stranded thread. If you would like to bring your own stand and frame we are happy for you to do so although all equipment for the workshop will be provided. As this workshop will involve detailed work and manipulation of threads please remember to bring your reading glasses and any additional magnification that you may require!! Learn More

Shibori is the Japanese art of resist dying using binding, folding, stitching and twisting to create beautiful fabrics. Kanoko shibori is similar to tie-dye but the Japanese have developed many more techniques to create incredibly beautiful patterns. Traditionally the dye used with this technique is Indio and we will be working with an organic Indigo dye vat to achieve the beautiful hues. You will also learn how to prepare and look after an Indigo dye vat at home By the end of the day you will have a stash of samples and notes giving you the confidence to continue to expand this technique. Learn More

All materials and notions are included in the cost of the workshop Investigate the art of appliqué by creating five samples, machine, hand, padded, reverse and 3D appliqué. You can then use these skills in cushion making and quilting to decorating clothing and bags. We will use a variety of fabrics and thread. Click on 'learn more' to see more images Learn More

All materials and notions are included in the cost of the workshop Investigate the art of appliqué by creating five samples, machine, hand, padded, reverse and 3D appliqué. You can then use these skills in cushion making and quilting to decorating clothing and bags. We will use a variety of fabrics and thread. Click on 'learn more' to see more images Learn More

All materials and dyes are included in the cost of the workshop. This is a true workshop of experimentation. Learn to work with procion dyes, paints and rusty nails! We will be block printing, stencilling, painting and blending. You will spend the two days working with colour on a variety of natural fabrics . By the end of the workshop you will go away with a sample book and the confidence to use these techniques again. All techniques are safe to use at home. You will need to be ok wearing rubber gloves and a cotton face mask for some of the work. Learn More

All materials and thread are included in the cost of the workshop. Free hand machine embroidery allows your imagination to run wild whether figurative or abstract. You will learn all the tricks of the trade including layering with thread and using dissolvable fabric. We will also create a quilted sample. Discover a real freedom in stitch and create at least 4 beautiful samplers in the process. Don’t worry about the drawing I will show you lots of ways to create wonderful images without being Da Vinci! Learn More

Embroidery is a skill that transfers into so many textile disciplines. You can embroider onto clothing or table linen; you can use it in quilting and pictures. On this workshop you will create a set of samples whilst learning a host of stitches. You will learn how to transfer your design onto the fabric and experiment with different threads. Learn More

All materials and dyes are included in the cost of the workshop. This is a true workshop of experimentation. Learn to work with procion dyes, paints and rusty nails! We will be block printing, stencilling, painting and blending. You will spend the two days working with colour on a variety of natural fabrics . By the end of the workshop you will go away with a sample book and the confidence to use these techniques again. All techniques are safe to use at home. You will need to be ok wearing rubber gloves and a cotton face mask for some of the work. Learn More

All materials and notions are included in the cost of the workshop Investigate the art of appliqué by creating five samples, machine, hand, padded, reverse and 3D appliqué. You can then use these skills in cushion making and quilting to decorating clothing and bags. We will use a variety of fabrics and thread. Click on 'learn more' to see more images Learn More

All materials and thread are included in the cost of the workshop. Free hand machine embroidery allows your imagination to run wild whether figurative or abstract. You will learn all the tricks of the trade including layering with thread and using dissolvable fabric. We will also create a quilted sample. Discover a real freedom in stitch and create at least 4 beautiful samplers in the process. Don’t worry about the drawing I will show you lots of ways to create wonderful images without being Da Vinci! Learn More

A fantastic opportunity to learn this ancient skill of hand weaving on a traditional Peg loom. It is wonderful for recycling old clothes to make chunky, luxurious rugs or you can work on a finer loom and create more delicate work using wools. You will be able to complete a series of samples during the day and have the skills to make more at home. We will use a combination of recycled fabric and Goodwood organic sheep fleece to build up fabulous textural surface to your own tastes and colour preferences. If you love the technique you will be able to buy your loom to take home with you at a cost of £35 Learn More

Learn this wonderful technique, which removes areas of fabric leaving a lace like quality. Most often seen on velvet but can be also used on cottons and silks. We will be working with all these different fabrics so that you will have a range of samples by the end of the day. You will need to wear protective gloves and masks which will be provided but it is safe to do at home! Learn More

All materials and dyes are included in the cost of the workshop. This is a true workshop of experimentation. Learn to work with procion dyes, paints and rusty nails! We will be block printing, stencilling, painting and blending. You will spend the two days working with colour on a variety of natural fabrics . By the end of the workshop you will go away with a sample book and the confidence to use these techniques again. All techniques are safe to use at home. You will need to be ok wearing rubber gloves and a cotton face mask for some of the work. Learn More

Embroidery is a skill that transfers into so many textile disciplines. You can embroider onto clothing or table linen; you can use it in quilting and pictures. On this workshop you will create a set of samples whilst learning a host of stitches. On the second day we will explore the Japanese stitch Sashiko, often seen in white thread on indigo fabric. You will learn how to transfer your design onto the fabric and experiment with different threads. Learn More

All materials are included in the cost of the workshop. Learn the techniques of pre-felting and layering with Merino wool tops and other fibers including organic Goodwood Fleece. We will make nuno felt and 3D felt samples too. By the end of the course you will have made a series of beautiful samples ready to continue the exploration of this ancient and tactile craft. Soap is used in the making of felt - if you have an allergy please bring gloves or I have a supply of latex gloves at the studio Learn More

Shibori is the Japanese art of resist dying using binding, folding, stitching and twisting to create beautiful fabrics. Kanoko shibori is what we would term as tie-dye but the Japanese developed many many more techniques to create incredibly beautiful patterns. On this course you will learn many of the techniques and how to prepare the dyes. All the dyes we prepare will be safe to use at home. By the end of the day you will have a stash of samples and notes on how to continue to expand this technique. Learn More

Overcome your fear of zippers in this practical skills workshop! You’ll learn to insert a regular zip, a concealed zip (look like a pro when you make dresses or cushion covers!). A fly zip with a placket and a couture zip. You’ll also get tips for managing broken zips and for altering garments with existing zippers. At the end of the class you’ll leave with samples of each technique, plus a stylish little zippered purse you made yourself. Don’t let zips hold you back! Learn More

Take your overlocker out of the box and bring it along to our Overlocking day! If you don't have one then then you can use one of ours. Learn how to thread your machine and how to set it up for finishing seams, constructing garments, decorative stitches and the perfect rolled hem. You will leave with samples and notes to give you confidence to use your overlocker for all your creative projects and the professional finish. Please when booking let us know what make your overlocker is or that you would like to use one of ours. Learn More

Please bring a packed lunch with you. There is plenty of free parking at the barn. Learn More

All thread and fabric is included in the cost of the workshop. Take your overlocker out of the box and bring it along to our Overlocking day! If you don't have one then then you can use one of ours. Learn how to thread your machine and how to set it up for finishing seams, constructing garments, decorative stitches and the perfect rolled hem. You will leave with samples and notes to give you confidence to use your overlocker for all your creative projects and the professional finish. Please when booking let us know what make your overlocker is or that you would like to use one of ours. Learn More

On this 2nd part of our Overlocking Workshops you will learn to use your Overlocker to create decorative stitches. Using different threads and even fishing line, you will create samples as well as making a bag with a zip - all with your overlocker. If you would like to use one of our overlockers then you are very welcome. Learn More

All thread and fabric is included in the cost of the workshop. Take your overlocker out of the box and bring it along to our Overlocking day! If you don't have one then then you can use one of ours. Learn how to thread your machine and how to set it up for finishing seams, constructing garments, decorative stitches and the perfect rolled hem. You will leave with samples and notes to give you confidence to use your overlocker for all your creative projects and the professional finish. Please when booking let us know what make your overlocker is or that you would like to use one of ours. Learn More

On this 2nd part of our Overlocking Workshops you will learn to use your Overlocker to create decorative stitches. Using different threads and even fishing line, you will create samples as well as making a bag with a zip - all with your overlocker. If you would like to use one of our overlockers then you are very welcome. Learn More

All materials and dyes are included in the cost of the workshop. This is a true workshop of experimentation. Learn to work with dyes, paints and rusty nails! We will be block printing, painting and blending. You will spend the two days working with colour on natural fabrics including cotton, silk and wool. By the end of the workshop you will go away with a sample book and the confidence to use these techniques again. All techniques are safe to use at home. You will need to be ok wearing rubber gloves and a cotton face mask for some of the work. Learn More

All materials are included in the cost. Learn this wonderful technique, which removes areas of fabric leaving a lace like quality. Most often seen on velvet but can be also used on cottons and silks. We will be working with all these different fabrics so that you will have a range of samples by the end of the day. You will need to wear protective gloves and masks but it is safe to do at home! Learn More

All materials and thread are included in the cost of the workshop. Free hand machine embroidery allows your imagination to run wild whether figurative or abstract. You will learn all the tricks of the trade including layering with thread and using dissolvable fabric. We will also create a quilted sample. Discover a real freedom in stitch and create at least 4 beautiful samplers in the process. Don’t worry about the drawing I will show you lots of ways to create wonderful images without being Da Vinci! Learn More

Take your overlocker out of the box and bring it along to our Overlocking day! If you don't have one then then you can use one of ours. Learn how to thread your machine and how to set it up for finishing seams, constructing garments, decorative stitches and the perfect rolled hem. You will leave with samples and notes to give you confidence to use your overlocker for all your creative projects and the professional finish. Please when booking let us know what make your overlocker is or that you would like to use one of ours. Learn More

Learn all how to achieve a professional finish to your tailored garments with some easy techniques. Bound buttonholes, balanced darts, pockets and sleeves are some of the things covered. Learn how to do it and take home samples – learn the skills to complete perfect tailored garments. Learn More

A fantastic opportunity to make chunky, luxurious rugs using a traditional Peg Loom. You will be able to complete a series of samples during the day and have the skills to make more at home. We will use a combination of recycled fabric and Goodwood organic sheep fleece to build up fabulous textural surface to your own tastes and colour preferences. If you love the technique you will be able to buy your loom to take home with you at a cost of £36 Learn More

Free hand machine embroidery allows your imagination to run wild whether figurative or abstract. You will learn all the tricks of the trade including layering with thread and using dissolvable fabric. We will also create a quilted sample. Discover a real freedom in stitch and create at least 4 beautiful samplers in the process. Don’t worry about the drawing I will show you lots of ways to create wonderful images without being Da Vinci! Learn More

Overcome your fear of zippers in this practical skills workshop! You’ll learn to insert a regular zip, a concealed zip (look like a pro when you make dresses or cushion covers!). A fly zip with a placket and a couture zip. You’ll also get tips for managing broken zips and for altering garments with existing zippers. At the end of the class you’ll leave with samples of each technique, plus a stylish little zippered purse you made yourself. Don’t let zips hold you back! Learn More

Embroidery is a skill that transfers into so many textile disciplines. You can embroider onto clothing or table linen; you can use it in quilting and pictures. On this workshop you will create a set of samples whilst learning a host of stitches. You will learn how to transfer your design onto the fabric and experiment with different threads. Learn More

Take your overlocker out of the box and bring it along to our Overlocking day! If you don't have one then then you can use one of ours. Learn how to thread your machine and how to set it up for finishing seams, constructing garments, decorative stitches and the perfect rolled hem. You will leave with samples and notes to give you confidence to use your overlocker for all your creative projects and the professional finish. Please when booking let us know what make your overlocker is or that you would like to use one of ours. Learn More

All materials are included in the cost of the workshop. Here is an opportunity to explore, the creative art of felt making. You will learn the techniques of pre-felting and layering with Merino wool tops and other fibers including organic Goodwood Fleece. We will make nuno felt and 3D felt samples too. You will create a series of beautiful samples ready to continue the exploration of this ancient and tactile craft. Learn More

The techniques that you will learn on this workshop you will be able to use on clothing and home furnishings. We will explore couching, the laying of thread on the surface of fabric. Beading and ribbon work. You will leave with a host of samples also please bring a simple top which you would like to embellish to finish off the day. Learn More

All materials and notions are included in the cost of the workshop. On this workshop you will learn a host of quilting techniques - traditional and contemporary piecing of fabrics, hand quilting, machine quilting, raised quilting and finishing. Along the way you will learn lots of the tricks of the trade and also how to use the various tools on offer including rotary cutters and the 1/4" sewing machine foot. At the end of the two days you will have a series of samples and be able to start planning your first quilt. After the workshop has finished you will be able to book in a one hour session with Deborah who can help you finalise your design and process for your first quilt. Learn More

All materials and notions are included in the cost of the workshop. This is a day to make samples of techniques that will improve the finish of your garments. Although we love the overlocker it is good to know what other seam and hem finishes can be done. French seams, welt seams, narrow hems and Hong Kong binding will all be covered as well as many more. You will also make samples of machine and bound buttonholes and learn how to achieve perfect shirt collars and cuffs. Learn More

All thread and fabric is included in the cost of the workshop. Take your overlocker out of the box and bring it along to our Overlocking day! If you don't have one then then you can use one of ours. Learn how to thread your machine and how to set it up for finishing seams, constructing garments, decorative stitches and the perfect rolled hem. You will leave with samples and notes to give you confidence to use your overlocker for all your creative projects and the professional finish. Please when booking let us know what make your overlocker is or that you would like to use one of ours. Learn More

All thread and fabric is included in the cost of the workshop. Take your overlocker out of the box and bring it along to our Overlocking day! If you don't have one then then you can use one of ours. Learn how to thread your machine and how to set it up for finishing seams, constructing garments, decorative stitches and the perfect rolled hem. You will leave with samples and notes to give you confidence to use your overlocker for all your creative projects and the professional finish. Please when booking let us know what make your overlocker is or that you would like to use one of ours. Learn More

All materials and notions are included in the cost of the workshop Investigate the art of appliqué by creating five samples, machine, hand, padded, reverse and 3D appliqué. You can then use these skills in cushion making and quilting to decorating clothing and bags. We will use a variety of fabrics and thread. Click on 'learn more' to see more images Learn More

Embroidery is a skill that transfers into so many textile disciplines. You can embroider onto clothing or table linen; you can use it in quilting and pictures. On this workshop you will create a set of samples whilst learning a host of stitches. You will learn how to transfer your design onto the fabric and experiment with different threads. Learn More

All materials and thread are included in the cost of the workshop. Free hand machine embroidery allows your imagination to run wild whether figurative or abstract. You will learn all the tricks of the trade including layering with thread and using dissolvable fabric. We will also create a quilted sample. Discover a real freedom in stitch and create at least 4 beautiful samplers in the process. Don’t worry about the drawing I will show you lots of ways to create wonderful images without being Da Vinci! Learn More

Learn all you need to know to achieve a professional finish to your tailored garments with some easy techniques. If you have ever wondered how to shape a striped fabric around a lapel, make a two piece sleeve or a jetted pocket then this is the workshop for you. Bound buttonholes, balanced darts and even how to make your own shoulder pads will also be covered. Learn how to do it and take home samples. Learn More

All thread and fabric is included in the cost of the workshop. Learn to get the most of your sewing machine by finding out how to use all the feet that may have come with it and a few more that are available. From zipper feet to walking feet, binding to pin tucks, sequins & piping there are many feet that can make your project easier and neater. You will have the chance to make samples using many different machine feet and make a sewing organiser which uses your new skills too. Learn More

On this 2nd part of our Overlocking Workshops you will learn to use your Overlocker to create decorative stitches. Using different threads and even fishing line, you will create samples as well as making a bag with a zip - all with your overlocker. If you would like to use one of our overlockers then you are very welcome. Learn More

All materials and dyes are included in the cost of the workshop. This is a true workshop of experimentation. Learn to work with procion dyes, paints and rusty nails! We will be block printing, stencilling, painting and blending. You will spend the two days working with colour on natural fabrics including cotton, silk and wool. By the end of the workshop you will go away with a sample book and the confidence to use these techniques again. All techniques are safe to use at home. You will need to be ok wearing rubber gloves and a cotton face mask for some of the work. Learn More

Overcome your fear of zippers in this practical skills workshop! You’ll learn to insert a regular zip, a concealed zip (look like a pro when you make dresses or cushion covers!). A fly zip with a placket and a couture zip. You’ll also get tips for managing broken zips and for altering garments with existing zippers. At the end of the class you’ll leave with samples of each technique, plus a stylish little zippered purse you made yourself. Don’t let zips hold you back! Learn More

On this 2nd part of our Overlocking Workshops you will learn to use your Overlocker to create decorative stitches. Using different threads and even fishing line, you will create samples as well as making a bag with a zip - all with your overlocker. If you would like to use one of our overlockers then you are very welcome. Learn More

Learn all you need to know to achieve a professional finish to your tailored garments with some easy techniques. If you have ever wondered how to shape a striped fabric around a lapel, make a two piece sleeve or a jetted pocket then this is the workshop for you. Bound buttonholes, balanced darts and even how to make your own shoulder pads will also be covered. Learn how to do it and take home samples. Learn More

A fantastic opportunity to make chunky, luxurious rugs using a traditional Peg Loom. You will be able to complete a series of samples during the day and have the skills to make more at home. We will use a combination of recycled fabric and Goodwood organic sheep fleece to build up fabulous textural surface to your own tastes and colour preferences. If you love the technique you will be able to buy your loom to take home with you at a cost of £36 Learn More

All thread and fabric is included in the cost of the workshop. Take your overlocker out of the box and bring it along to our Overlocking day! If you don't have one then then you can use one of ours. Learn how to thread your machine and how to set it up for finishing seams, constructing garments, decorative stitches and the perfect rolled hem. You will leave with samples and notes to give you confidence to use your overlocker for all your creative projects and the professional finish. Please when booking let us know what make your overlocker is or that you would like to use one of ours. Learn More

All materials and thread are included in the cost of the workshop. Free hand machine embroidery allows your imagination to run wild whether figurative or abstract. You will learn all the tricks of the trade including layering with thread and using dissolvable fabric. We will also create a quilted sample. Discover a real freedom in stitch and create at least 4 beautiful samplers in the process. Don’t worry about the drawing I will show you lots of ways to create wonderful images without being Da Vinci! Learn More

The cost of the workshop includes all patterns, materials and notions, and of course coffee, tea and plenty of biscuits! Shibori is the Japanese art of resist dying using binding, folding, stitching and twisting to create beautiful fabrics. Kanoko shibori is what we would term as tie-dye but the Japanese developed many many more techniques to create incredibly beautiful patterns. On this course you will learn many of the techniques and how to prepare the dyes. All the dyes we prepare will be safe to use at home. By the end of the day you will have a stash of samples and notes on how to continue to expand this technique. Learn More

A fantastic opportunity to make chunky, luxurious rugs using a traditional Peg Loom. You will be able to complete a series of samples during the day and have the skills to make more at home. We will use a combination of recycled fabric and Goodwood organic sheep fleece to build up fabulous textural surface to your own tastes and colour preferences. If you love the technique you will be able to buy your loom to take home with you at a cost of £36 Learn More

All materials and dyes are included in the cost of the workshop. This is a true workshop of experimentation. Learn to work with dyes, paints and rusty nails! We will be block printing, painting and blending. You will spend the two days working with colour on natural fabrics including cotton, silk and wool. By the end of the workshop you will go away with a sample book and the confidence to use these techniques again. All techniques are safe to use at home. You will need to be ok wearing rubber gloves and a cotton face mask for some of the work. Learn More

All thread and fabric is included in the cost of the workshop. Take your overlocker out of the box and bring it along to our Overlocking day! If you don't have one then then you can use one of ours. Learn how to thread your machine and how to set it up for finishing seams, constructing garments, decorative stitches and the perfect rolled hem. You will leave with samples and notes to give you confidence to use your overlocker for all your creative projects and the professional finish. Please when booking let us know what make your overlocker is or that you would like to use one of ours. Learn More