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.
Dressmaking And Textiles-Mixed Ability
The tutor will guide learners through all the necessary steps to make a simple garment of their choice. This includes cutting out fabrics, understanding the pattern instructions and constructing the garment. The course will include demonstration, handouts and practical exercises. This course is designed for those with previous experience of sewing.
Tuesdays 6.30pm to 9pm Lorraine Joseph
12 sessions from 12 September £230/£140 T36A Stoke Lodge
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Tuesdays 6.30pm to 9pm Lorraine Joseph
11 sessions from 9 January £211/£129 T36B Stoke Lodge
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Tuesdays 6.30pm to 9pm Lorraine Joseph
12 sessions from 16 April £230/£140 T36C Stoke Lodge
Everything You Need To Know About Sewing For The Beginner
This beginners’ sewing course will give you the confidence to use a sewing machine on your own. By the end of the course, you will have learnt how to make a cushion cover, a zipped toiletry bag and a pair of pyjama shorts or pyjama bottoms. Fee includes fabric, zips and thread for first two projects. You will need to provide your own fabric and thread for the final project, but you will be advised by the tutor about fabric choice.
Thursdays 6pm to 9pm Ann Huntley
6 sessions from 14 September £160/£106 T40A Stoke Lodge
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Thursdays 6pm to 9pm Ann Huntley
6 sessions from 22 February £160/£106 T40B Stoke Lodge
How To Use Your Sewing Machine
Don’t know where to start or want to get more out of your sewing machine? This is for you! This workshop aims to help you get to know your sewing machine. You will use the various stitches, sewing feet and accessories that come with your machine. Fee includes fabric for a mini project.
Bring your own sewing machine.
Friday 9.30am to 3.30pm Ann Huntley
1 session on 24 November £53/£37 T29A Stoke Lodge
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Saturday 10am to 4pm Ann Huntley
1 session on 3 February £53/£37 T29B Stoke Lodge
NEW How To Use Your Sewing Machine-Part 2
This course will build on skills and knowledge learnt in “How To Use Your Sewing Machine“ workshop. You will learn to apply tapes and elastic; create buttonholes and buttons; use different zip applications. You will also explore free machine embroidery with dropped feed-dog. These are some of the techniques that can be covered (depending on learners’ preference). Bring your own sewing machine.
Friday 9.30am to 3.30pm Ann Huntley
1 session on 1 March £53/£37 T39A Stoke Lodge
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Saturday 10am to 4pm Ann Huntley
1 session on 20 April £53/£37 T39B Stoke Lodge
NEW Introduction To Sewing Knitted Fabrics
Knitted fabrics are incredibly comfortable fabrics to wear but can be frustrating to work with! This course is an introduction to sewing with and handling Jersey, stretch and knitted fabrics (i.e., fleece or Tee-shirt). Sewing machines are available to use but you may wish to bring your own.
Friday 9.30am to 3.30pm Ann Huntley
1 session on 19 January £53/£37 T69A Stoke Lodge
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Saturday 10am to 4pm Ann Huntley
1 session on 23 March £53/£37 T69B Stoke Lodge
NEW Pattern Cutting For Beginners
Learn to create your own clothing patterns. During this 2-day workshop, you will develop the technical skills and knowledge needed to design and create your very own garment patterns using the flat pattern cutting method. Fee includes a basic pattern cutting kit that you will be able to re-use after the course.
Fridays 9.30am to 3.30pm Ann Huntley
2 session from 7 June £115/£80 T28A Stoke Lodge
Learning To Sew-And More!
You will learn basic sewing machine skills and techniques to help you make clothes and furnishings. You will also learn 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 from 15 September £118/£73 T42A Stoke Lodge
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Fridays 10am to 12.30pm Marilyn Mitchelmore
6 sessions from 3 November £118/£73 T42B Stoke Lodge
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Fridays 10am to 12.30pm Marilyn Mitchelmore
5 sessions from 12 January £99/£62 T42C Stoke Lodge
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Fridays 10am to 12.30pm Marilyn Mitchelmore
5 sessions from 23 February £99/£62 T42D Stoke Lodge
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Fridays 10am to 12.30pm Marilyn Mitchelmore
6 sessions from 19 April £118/£73 T42E Stoke Lodge
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Fridays 10am to 12.30pm Marilyn Mitchelmore
6 sessions from 7 June £118/£73 T42F Stoke Lodge
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Fridays 1pm to 3.30pm Marilyn Mitchelmore
6 sessions from 15 September £118/£73 T43B Stoke Lodge
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Fridays 1pm to 3.30pm Marilyn Mitchelmore
6 sessions from 3 November £118/£73 T43C Stoke Lodge
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Fridays 1pm to 3.30pm Marilyn Mitchelmore
5 sessions from 12 January £99/£62 T43D Stoke Lodge
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Fridays 1pm to 3.30pm Marilyn Mitchelmore
5 sessions from 23 February £99/£62 T43E Stoke Lodge
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Fridays 1pm to 3.30pm Marilyn Mitchelmore
6 sessions from 19 April £118/£73 T43F Stoke Lodge
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Fridays 1pm to 3.30pm Marilyn Mitchelmore
6 sessions from 7 June £118/£73 T43G Stoke Lodge
NEW Curtain Making-Intermediates
Learn everything you need to know about making your own curtains. You will develop your sewing skills and at the end of the 2 days, you will take home your own sample curtains to keep and use as a reference point for future projects. Fee includes fabric and materials to make a sample curtain.
Tuesdays 10am to 3pm Marilyn Mitchelmore
2 days from 23 April £135/£103 T44A Stoke Lodge
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Tuesdays 10am to 3pm Marilyn Mitchelmore
2 days from 18 June £135/£103 T44B Stoke Lodge