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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

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

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

All material, pattern and notions are included in the cost of the workshop. Learn to alter a pattern for your size, and make a perfect fitting pair of trousers for the summer. You will choose your fabric from our range of cottons and linen then learn to insert a concealed side zip and different bindings to finish off your trousers. Learn More

Marcy Tilton Month

This month the dressmaking workshops will all be using the wonderful designs of Marcy Tilton. Based in Oregon, USA, Marcy designs patterns for Vogue which are fabulous, wearable garments with lots of design detail.

Marcy’s love of sewing comes through in her designs, curved seam lines, A-symmetrical hemlines, different darts and tucks, unusual pocket details and seam finishes all make for exciting original garments.

We have chosen a mix of patterns using various fabrics so if you are looking for an unusual design, would like to learn new techniques or work with a difficult fabric there is something for everyone.

An exciting challenging month for everyone and we are really looking forward to creating beautiful garments.

Marcy Tilton Dress & Jacket

Everything you need to make this stunning designer garment is provided in this workshop including fabric, pattern and notions. We teach you all the techniques required and you could go home wearing it.

Create a beautiful outfit and learn lots of technique on this 3 day workshop.  The dress is made of panels so lots of matching, create bias binding for the neck and add a pocket. The fitted cardigan has mock front bands and a flounce,work with jersey and learn the correct seam and hem details, finish off with button & loop 

Work with one of our cotton jersey from a collection we carefully selected as we know they will give you a great result , learn to alter your pattern and how to work with jersey fabric, correct seams and hem finishes and gathering.

We hope you will love it enough to purchase another fabric from our gorgeous selection to take home and make another.

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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

All material, pattern and notions are included in the cost of the workshop. Learn to alter a pattern for your size, and make a perfect fitting pair of trousers for the summer. You will choose your fabric from our range of cottons and linen then learn to insert a concealed side zip and different bindings to finish off your trousers. 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

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

Working with fabric cut on the bias can be a challenge, but wearing clothes made on the bias are incredibly flattering and comfortable. The first part of this course will be measuring, cutting out and tacking together. Then magically overnight the fabric will be ready to sew into a fantastic lined skirt. You will also learn to use the overlocker and a concealed zip. Learn More