A variety of textiles and sewing workshops

In fact, you might say we've got sew many! Ranging from sewing techniques, bag making and crochet, to knitting and dress making. 

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Whatever your craft, we’re almost certain to have a course or class for you. With a wide range of options to select from, you'll have the opportunity to progress from beginner level right through to intermediate and advanced. This gives you the flexibility to get started on your own journey, progress at your own pace and take your textile projects to the next level. 

What type of textiles and sewing courses are available?

Our entry level courses guide you through the basics of how to use a sewing machine, covering different sewing skills and techniques as well as sewing patterns. The same can be said for our knitting courses too, with different levels to suit beginners and improvers alike! You can join classes that match your experience level, ensuring that no time is wasted when it comes to deepening your knowledge and honing your skills. 

You'll meet fellow individuals who have the same interests and passions as you too, building a network and new friendships. Learning with us helps develop your skills and your social network at the same time, giving you access to a community that in many cases stays with our learners for life. 

What support is available throughout the course?

As always, your learning will be guided by our expert tutors, many of whom have years of experience. Whether you choose to learn online or face to face, they will help you develop your skills and guide you on how to make a business out of your passion, highlighting the next steps that you need to take. They’ll be on-hands throughout the course and support you every step of the way.  

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Textiles & Fashion: Visible Mending with Sashiko and Boro Mending

This course will teach you plenty of skills on how to mend your clothes beautifully and originally. We will look at the historical art of Sashiko patterns and the Boro mending technique that was used in Japan in the Edo period and also plenty of other Visible mending techniques. There will be plenty of beautiful patterns to choose from and to learn about and to sew yourselves. A grasp of basic hand sewing is needed. We will expand our knowledge on the resources needed throughout the course and learn about the history of this technique. Later on we will also look at other various visible mending techniques and how and why these are used.

Course Information

Dates:
Tue 10/09/2024 -
Tue 26/11/2024
Times:
9:00am - 11:00am
Duration:
11 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Rebecca Spear
Course code:
Q00018288
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
2 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £92.40

Textiles & Fashion: Advanced Sustainable Sewing - Blackwork Embroidery

This course will teach you plenty of skills on how to mend your clothes beautifully and originally. We will look at the historical art of Sashiko patterns and the Boro mending technique that was used in Japan in the Edo period and also plenty of other Visible mending techniques. There will be plenty of beautiful patterns to choose from and to learn about and to sew yourselves. A grasp of basic hand sewing is needed. We will expand our knowledge on the resources needed throughout the course and learn about the history of this technique. Later on we will also look at other various visible mending techniques and how and why these are used.

Course Information

Dates:
Thu 12/09/2024 -
Thu 28/11/2024
Times:
9:00am - 11:00am
Duration:
11 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Rebecca Spear
Course code:
Q00018289
How you'll learn:
Online
Status:
Waiting list
Fee range
Free to £92.40

Textiles and Fashion: Machine Sewing for Beginners

If you are new to machine sewing this course is for you. It is a beginner’s course which will introduce you to the different functions of a sewing machine. You will learn how to use a machine for a variety of projects. We will also explore the language used in sewing and try out some basic sewing techniques, types of stitches and also different ways to seam fabric. You will have an opportunity to develop your creative skills and safe money on simple clothing alterations and repairs

Course Information

Dates:
Sat 21/09/2024 -
Sat 26/10/2024
Times:
10:00am - 12:00pm
Duration:
6 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Karl Telfer-Banner
Course code:
Q00016269
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £50.40

Textiles and Fashion: Introduction to Machine Sewing

An introduction to machine sewing for beginners. Learn how to use a sewing machine for a variety of projects. Understand sewing vocabulary, basic sewing techniques, types of stitches. Understand the function of bobbin in machine sewing for even smooth stitching. Troubleshoot problems as they occur.

Course Information

Dates:
Wed 25/09/2024 -
Wed 04/12/2024
Times:
10:30am - 12:30pm
Duration:
10 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Kauser Nabeel
Course code:
Q00010814
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £74.00

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Textiles and Fashion: Machine Sewing For Improvers with Style

Many of us live in style. This course is specially designed for them. On this course you will not only learn to construct interesting projects but use them practically. While creating these lovely projects you can meet like-minded people in the group. This course will help you to concentrate and enjoy the moment while creating projects that are useful, creative and sustainable.

Course Information

Dates:
Wed 15/01/2025 -
Wed 05/03/2025
Times:
10:30am - 12:30pm
Duration:
7 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Kauser Nabeel
Course code:
Q00012300
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
9 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £51.80

Textiles and Fashion: Machine Sewing for Advanced and Special Stitching Techniques

On this Machine sewing course learn the wide range of sewing techniques require for dress making and other sewing projects. Make projects for yourself or for your family and increase your understanding in the world of machine stitching. While learning new techniques you can also meet likeminded people in the group. This course will help you to concentrate and enjoy moment while creating projects that are useful, creative, and sustainable. Explore this rewarding skill which can not only adopted as a hobby but can lead to sewing business to earn money.

Course Information

Dates:
Wed 07/05/2025 -
Wed 25/06/2025
Times:
10:30am - 12:30pm
Duration:
7 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Kauser Nabeel
Course code:
Q00018028
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £51.80