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.
Summer Schools 2025 – August 2025
High Summer Sewing Workshop (T77G)
Description: One-day sewing workshop to help you complete a project. Do you have any unfinished sewing projects you need advice on? You will spend the day with fellow sewers working under the guidance of an experienced tutor.
Tutor: Marilyn Mitchelmore Location: Stoke Lodge (BS9 1BN)
Start Date: 08 Aug 2025 (Autumn) Times: Fri 10:00-15:00 Duration: 1 week(s)
Availability: Places available Fee: £45 (Concession: £30)
High Summer Sewing Workshop (T77H)
Description: One-day sewing workshop to help you complete a project. Do you have any unfinished sewing projects you need advice on? You will spend the day with fellow sewers working under the guidance of an experienced tutor.
Tutor: Marilyn Mitchelmore Location: Stoke Lodge (BS9 1BN)
Start Date: 15 Aug 2025 (Autumn) Times: Fri 10:00-15:00 Duration: 1 week(s)
Availability: Places available Fee: £45 (Concession: £30)
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Dressmaking And Textiles-Mixed Ability (T38C)
Description: The tutor will guide learners through all the necessary steps to make a garment/s of their choice. Learners will complete a range of garments using commercial patterns they will continue to develop their skills in machine sewing and learn new sewing techniques.
Tutor: Lorraine Joseph Location: Stoke Lodge (BS9 1BN)
Start Date: 22 Apr 2025 (Summer) Times: Tue 18:30-21:00 Duration: 11 week(s)
Availability: Last few Fee: £225 (Concession: £137)
Find Out MoreLearning To Sew-And More! (T76E)
Description: A practical course for beginners and those with some experience. Learn how to use a sewing machine, how to plan for a project, cut out, sew seams, apply linings, apply zips, etc. This is a mixed ability course; students will choose their own project and learn at their own pace.
Tutor: Marilyn Mitchelmore Location: Stoke Lodge (BS9 1BN)
Start Date: 25 Apr 2025 (Summer) Times: Fri 10:00-12:30 Duration: 5 week(s)
Availability: Fully booked Fee: £105 (Concession: £65)
Find Out MoreLearning To Sew-And More! (T77E)
Description: A practical course for beginners and those with some experience. Learn how to use a sewing machine, how to plan for a project, cut out, sew seams, apply linings, apply zips, etc. This is a mixed ability course; students will choose their own project and learn at their own pace.
Tutor: Marilyn Mitchelmore Location: Stoke Lodge (BS9 1BN)
Start Date: 25 Apr 2025 (Summer) Times: Fri 13:00-15:30 Duration: 5 week(s)
Availability: Fully booked Fee: £105 (Concession: £65)
Find Out MoreHow to Use Your Sewing Machine (T51C)
Description: This workshop is designed to familiarise you with your sewing machine, using its various stitches, sewing feet, and accessories. You will learn how to get the most out your machine or learn how to use it.
Tutor: Ann Huntley Location: Stoke Lodge (BS9 1BN)
Start Date: 17 May 2025 (Summer) Times: Sat 10:00-16:00 Duration: 1 week(s)
Availability: Places available Fee: £62 (Concession: £41)
Find Out MoreLearning To Sew-And More! (T76F)
Description: A practical course for beginners and those with some experience. Learn how to use a sewing machine, how to plan for a project, cut out, sew seams, apply linings, apply zips, etc. This is a mixed ability course; students will choose their own project and learn at their own pace.
Tutor: Marilyn Mitchelmore Location: Stoke Lodge (BS9 1BN)
Start Date: 06 Jun 2025 (Summer) Times: Fri 10:00-12:30 Duration: 6 week(s)
Availability: Last few Fee: £125 (Concession: £77)
Find Out MoreLearning To Sew-And More! (T77F)
Description: A practical course for beginners and those with some experience. Learn how to use a sewing machine, how to plan for a project, cut out, sew seams, apply linings, apply zips, etc. This is a mixed ability course; students will choose their own project and learn at their own pace.
Tutor: Marilyn Mitchelmore Location: Stoke Lodge (BS9 1BN)
Start Date: 06 Jun 2025 (Summer) Times: Fri 13:00-15:30 Duration: 6 week(s)
Availability: Last few Fee: £125 (Concession: £77)
Find Out MoreIntroduction To Sewing Knitted Fabrics (T66B)
Description: Knitted fabrics are exceptionally comfortable to wear, yet they can be challenging to handle. This course offers an introduction to sewing with and managing Jersey, stretch, and knitted fabrics, such as fleece or T-shirt materials.
Tutor: Ann Huntley Location: Stoke Lodge (BS9 1BN)
Start Date: 13 Jun 2025 (Summer) Times: Fri 09:30-15:30 Duration: 1 week(s)
Availability: Places available Fee: £62 (Concession: £41)
Find Out MoreHow To Use Your Sewing Machine-Part 2 (T65C)
Description: This workshop will build on skills and knowledge learnt in How To Use Your Sewing Machine workshop. Further exploration of machine stitches and machine feet and their uses will be made.
Tutor: Ann Huntley Location: Stoke Lodge (BS9 1BN)
Start Date: 20 Jun 2025 (Summer) Times: Fri 09:30-15:30 Duration: 1 week(s)
Availability: Places available Fee: £62 (Concession: £41)
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