Top 10 Best Sewing Machine classes, courses, learnings kits and gifts in the UK

If you have a sewing machine and you'd like to start a new and simple project, then this kit is exactly what you need. I make this cushion case for myself and for my clients, they all love the envelope system to insert the cushion. It's one size, suitable for a 40x40cm cushion. The video will explain all the steps from the opening of the kit to the finishing touches of the cover. I am also available if you need some extra advice. You can chose the design of the fabric by sending me a message after your purchase. The designs I have available are shown in the image gallery: Star Wars, Harry Potter, Mini Foxes.

If you have a sewing machine and you'd like to start a new and simple project, then this kit is exactly what you need. I make this tote bag for myself and for my clients, they all love how light and yet strong it is to support everyday items but also books and/or a laptop. It's one size, around 34x39cm, suitable for both adults and children. The video will explain all the steps from the opening of the kit to the finishing touches of the bag. I am also available if you need some extra advice. The look of the bag will be as follows: The inner lining fabric will be a Black Polycotton fabric (as per photos) The outer lining fabric will be a Printed Cotton fabric which you can chose by sending me a message before or after your purchase. The designs available are all shown in the images gallery. The interfacing will be a beige padded Fleece The handles will be Black Cotton Webbing (as per photos) The closure will be a Black plastic Snaps system (as per photos)

Take your sewing to the next level and embark on a journey into dressmaking! Learn all about commercial patterns and how to alter them. Learn construction methods, fitting and how to get a professional finish to your garments. We will introduce you to the jargon of commercial patterns, take you through the basics of pattern drafting and teach you the simple steps to ensure you can adjust your patterns to fit! The course comes with top tips from years of experience in both sewing and teaching, to ensure you not only get a fabulous finish but enjoy the process! The course is delivered in bite size lessons to watch and follow at your own pace. Each week you will gain access to the next module through our exclusive membership area. You get lifetime access so you can choose to follow the 3 week schedule or work over a period of time to suit you, and repeat the course whenever you want to make another skirt! Perfect to fit in with a busy schedule the course is always available to you! Many people find it hard to commit to our weekly physical course so this is a perfect alternative- at a fraction of the price!

If you are using commercial patterns such as paper patterns and PDF patterns, you will have noticed that all patterns are usually drafted to a B or C cup. If you are smaller or larger than this drafted cup size, you will need to do a 'full bust adjustment' on the pattern before you cut your pattern out in fabric. This can be a very daunting task, especially for beginners. During this workshop, your host will teach you two different techniques that will cover a princess line bodice style and also a full bodice with bust darts. Workshop Breakdown: Size charts - choosing the correct size to use as a base Taking body measurements Understanding cup size and how this will alter your sizing and pattern Differentiating the front body pattern and back body pattern Creating a 'FBA' on a full bodice with darts Creating a 'FBA' on a princess seam bodice You will work on blocks / slopers that are your base size, manipulating them into your personal cup size. You will then be able to transfer this knowledge onto all you patterns at home. If you would like to bring any patterns you would like to bring, for advice on, we will have a 15 minute Q&A session at the end of the workshop. WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING? Bring along any patterns that you would like advice on. Otherwise everything is provided on the day. WORKSHOP DURATION: This is a 2 hour workshop. AGE RESTRICTIONS: This workshop is suitable for 16 years and above. All students under the age of 17, must be accompanied by a participating adult

This is an extension to our 'Introduction to Pattern Cutting' Workshop, in which you will learn how to successfully draft a bodice block to your own personal measurements. The bodice block / sloper can then be used to go on to create many different designs whether it be blouses, dresses, shirts and tops. We will provide you with a handout to use in the workshop. You will draft your bodice block on paper, then transfer it onto card to take home. This is the perfect workshop if you want to start creating your own patterns at home. Workshop Breakdown: Creating your own body measurement chart Taking body measurements correctly Drafting the bodice block Incoporporating different bust sizing in the front block, while keeping a good fit at the back and shoulder Checking your pattern for fit purposes Book recommendations for using your blocks at home A basic understanding of maths is required for this workshop. You will be using a calculator, tape mesure and ruler in the workshop. WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING? A calculator WORKSHOP DURATION: This is a 2.5 hour workshop. AGE RESTRICTIONS: This workshop is suitable for 16 years and above. All students under the age of 17, must be accompanied by a participating adult