Sewing and textiles seems to be growing in popularity all the time.
We have several courses in sewing and dressmaking, making the most of your sewing machine (learning how to use all the functions!). So you can make something for your home, for a gift or maybe a unique item of clothing perfectly designed, just for you!
These courses are the chance to build skills, create something really special and unique and really enjoy using and creating with textiles
Some courses will run as online courses and some will start at Stoke Lodge or St Pauls. You can see the starting venue/format for each course listed below. We reserve the right to change the format of the course, in term, should safety advice change.
NEW Creative Stitch – Welcome the Spring with fresh ideas
A short course using cheerful Spring colours to hand stitch something new and beautiful.
Explore using embroidery stitches and appliqué in a bright and cheerful way.
- Mondays 1pm to 4pm Debby Bird
- 5 sessions 22 February T54C £115/£73 scheduled to run at Stoke Lodge but may move online if necessary
Dressmaking and Textiles
Learners will have the opportunity to produce a small range of garments through sewing practicals while also learning a variety of sewing techniques. Tutor demonstrations and handouts will also be included. This course is suitable for beginners and those with sewing skills they want to develop.
Mondays 6.30pm to 9pm Lorraine Joseph
- 5 sessions 7 June T47F £91/£56 Stoke Lodge
Learning to Sew and more!
Learn basic sewing machine skills and techniques to help you make fashionable and stylish clothes and furnishings.
Learn how to read a pattern and discover some of the essential hand stitches needed to finish off your project. All abilities welcome.
Fridays 10am to 12.30pm Marilyn Mitchelmore
- 6 sessions 11 June T49E £108/£66 Stoke Lodge
Upholstery
Bring a treasured heirloom back to life! You will learn traditional upholstery skills and methods using traditional materials. If your project requires it, you can also learn how to use a sewing machine. Due to limited storage, please bring smaller, lighter pieces.
- Tuesdays 6.30pm to 9pm Nicola Hamilton
- 6 sessions 8 June T57E £124/£75 Stoke Lodge
- Thursdays 6.30pm to 9pm Nicola Hamilton
- 6 sessions 10th June T58E £124/£75 Stoke Lodge
Upholstery on Saturdays
These one day workshops can be used as a “taster” or as an opportunity to complete an unfinished project. If you intend to finish a project in a day, please bring fabric and braid (if appropriate). Please choose a small, manageable piece. No previous experience necessary.
Upholstery Summer School
Five day, hands-on workshop suitable for both beginners and more experienced students as it is project focused – what you learn depends on the piece of furniture you bring. It is advisable not to bring anything bigger than an armchair. Friendly, informative tuition from tutor experienced in all aspects of traditional or modern upholstery required to renovate your project piece. No previous experience needed.
- Monday to Friday (all week) 9.30am to 3.30pm Nicola Hamilton
- 23 to 27 August N61S £260/£160 Stoke Lodge