Join us for our weekly Saturday classes focussing on sustainable fashion and design.

These practical, hands-on, fun-packed sessions will teach you how to develop your own unique dress sense and how to design and make clothes and accessories whilst being mindful of the environment.

You will learn: To use the sewing machine Clothes and pattern making Design skills with a purpose Understand lifecycle of things Hands-on life skills Discover the MAGIC THREE - giggles, curiosity, play!

Suitable for ages 8-18

Things to remember

In this captivating course, you'll learn how to develop your own unique dress sense and become a responsible designer, maker and consumer. Through practical, hands-on activities, you'll dive into the world of fashion and learn how to design and make clothes and accessories. But that's not…

What is included?

We are working with high quality industry waste materials kindly donated to us by leading fashion houses such as Ted Baker, Orlebar Brown, Anya Hindmarch, Marks & Spencer, Closet London, Eponine London etc. Students are also encouraged to deconstruct, redesign, alter and mend their existing clothes and accessories. - PLEASE ALSO SEND IN CLOTHES/Textiles etc TO DONATE so we can swap and use them for our teaching! All tools including sewing machines are provided. You are also most welcome to work with your own sewing machine and/or tools.

What will I learn?

- To use the sewing machine - Clothes and pattern making - Design skills with a purpose - Understand lifecycle of things - Hands-on life skills - Our approach follows the UNESCO adopted pedagogy “Education for Sustainable Development’. Students are encouraged to express a wide variety of issues such as identity, inclusivity, gender, heritage, love, peace and beauty in their creative work.

Are there any concessions or offers?

We are reserving a limited number of bursary places for students in special circumstances. If you think you might be eligible to apply we require written proof (e.g. a letter from your child’s school explaining your case, universal credit docs etc) - We do NOT offer siblings discounts unless they fit in the above category. - Do you want to become a sponsor for a local child to be able to attend our classes? If you want to support any aspect of our charitable work, please contact us at info@littlehandsdesign.com

Does it matter if I don’t have any sewing experience?

All ages and abilities are welcome! We gauge every student's skills and abilities at the beginning to be able to recommend the right level for each individual.

Maria Laura Buscaglia - 27 October 2024

My daughter loves sewing lessons at Little Hands Design! She is learning new skills, sustainability and crafting things she loves!

Jeannie - 1 June 2024

A fun and inspiring introduction to sewing ... thank you !

Naama Zahavi - 24 September 2023

Very enjoyable, having fun learning new skills every week and improving my sewing/designing work in fashion

Full Term11 sessions

£264

Obby Guarantee

We ensure quality. If your class doesn't reach your expectations, we'll give your money back.

Age Requirement

8

The teacher of this class has confirmed they have an up to date DBS check. If required, please get in touch for a copy of this certificate.

Flexible cancellation policy

Any class can be cancelled and fully refunded within 24 hours of purchase. See cancellation policy.

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Little Hands Design

Little Hands Design is a charity providing hands-on climate change education through fashion and textiles classes. They are teaching the next generation of designers, consumers and decision-makers what sustainable fashion is, and practical skills towards a more sustainable life. This includes understanding the origins of where our clothes come from, the impact of fast fasion on the environment and building skills in how to make and repair clothes rather than sending them to landfill.

Little Hands Design are a group of fashion designers, dressmakers and teachers, all passionate about contributing to a more mindful way with fashion.

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