Group Sewing Classes
Baby Leggings Workshop Ripon 17th March
Kids/Teens Session: Sew an Easter Bunny Bag 30th March
Baby Leggings Workshop Ripon 17th March
Learn how to make your own baby leggings in this workshop from sizes premie to 18 months. We’ll provide you with all of the materials to make your leggings, including some of our beautifully soft organic cotton jersey fabrics.
Once you sign up we’ll send you an email with our fabric choices for you to make your leggings from.
You will lear
Learn how to make your own baby leggings in this workshop from sizes premie to 18 months. We’ll provide you with all of the materials to make your leggings, including some of our beautifully soft organic cotton jersey fabrics.
Once you sign up we’ll send you an email with our fabric choices for you to make your leggings from.
You will learn:
- How to interpret and read a simple pattern (from an independent pattern company)
- How to sew with jersey
- How to insert elastic
What's included:
- Organic cotton GOTS certified jersey by Swedish company Elvelyckan Design
- Elastic for the waistband
What you’ll need to bring:
- Thread with which to sew your leggings (we will advise based on your fabric choice)
- A sewing kit including scissors or rotary cutter, a quick unpick, pins, tailors chalk or fabric pen, tape measure or ruler, spare needles for your sewing machine. Kit is available to borrow if you don't have your own.
- A sewing machine (if you don't have one you can choose to hire one from us for £10)
£60. This course is aimed at beginners.
Class is on Tues 17th March, from 6.15 - 8.45pm at Saint Wilfrids Community Centre, Coltsgate Hill, Ripon HG4 2AB.
Make a Romper Ripon 24th March
Kids/Teens Session: Sew an Easter Bunny Bag 30th March
Baby Leggings Workshop Ripon 17th March
We’ll provide you with all of the materials you need to make a romper for your little one, including some of our beautifully soft organic cotton jersey fabrics. You don’t need any previous sewing experience to attend as we’ll teach you the basics of sewing with jersey following a simple pattern.
Once you sign up we’ll send you an email wit
We’ll provide you with all of the materials you need to make a romper for your little one, including some of our beautifully soft organic cotton jersey fabrics. You don’t need any previous sewing experience to attend as we’ll teach you the basics of sewing with jersey following a simple pattern.
Once you sign up we’ll send you an email with our fabric choices for you to make your romper from.
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You will learn:
- How to interpret and read a simple pattern (from an independent pattern company)
- How to sew with jersey
- How to insert poppers
- How to attach a cuff
What's included:
- Organic cotton GOTS certified jersey by Swedish company Elvelyckan Design
- A selection of colourful poppers to choose from to complete your outfit
What you’ll need to bring:
- Thread with which to sew your leggings (we will advise based on your fabric choice)
- A sewing kit including scissors or rotary cutter, a quick unpick, pins, tailors chalk or fabric pen, tape measure or ruler, spare needles for your sewing machine. Kit is available to borrow if you don't have your own.
- A sewing machine (if you don't have one you can choose to hire one from us for £10)
£60. This course is aimed at beginners.
Class is on Tues 24th March, from 6.15 - 8.45pm at Saint Wilfrids Community Centre, Coltsgate Hill, Ripon HG4 2AB.
Kids/Teens Session: Sew an Easter Bunny Bag 30th March
Kids/Teens Session: Sew an Easter Bunny Bag 30th March
Kids/Teens Session: Sew an Easter Bunny Bag 30th March
Come along to our fun Easter sessions where we’ll provide you with all of the materials you need to make a unique fabric bunny bag, perfect for holding those Easter Treats!
This session is for children who own and are able to use a sewing machine confidently and is aimed at 8+. Classes are limited to 8 students.
You will learn:
- How to cut
Come along to our fun Easter sessions where we’ll provide you with all of the materials you need to make a unique fabric bunny bag, perfect for holding those Easter Treats!
This session is for children who own and are able to use a sewing machine confidently and is aimed at 8+. Classes are limited to 8 students.
You will learn:
- How to cut out a shape from a simple pattern
- How to backstitch
- How to create a lined bag
What's included:
- all materials including fabric and embroidery thread
What you’ll need to bring:
- White thread (please ensure your bobbin is filled before class)
- A sewing kit including scissors or rotary cutter, a quick unpick, pins, tailors chalk or fabric pen, tape measure or ruler, spare needles for your sewing machine. Kit is available to borrow if you don't have your own.
- A sewing machine (if you don't have one you can choose to hire one from us for £10)
£15. This course is aimed 8+
Class is on Monday 30th March, from 10 - 11.30am at Saint Wilfrids Community Centre, Coltsgate Hill, Ripon HG4 2AB.
Kids/Teens: Decorate a Tote bag 30th March
Kids/Teens: Decorate a Tote bag 30th March
Kids/Teens Session: Sew an Easter Bunny Bag 30th March
Get creative this Easter and design your own tote bag. Using the vinyl provided in a rainbow of colours, get to work on making a bag as unique as you are! No mess, no sewing, just pure creativity.
This workshop is suitable from 6+ and is even fun for parents if you each wanted to make something.
All children below 10 must be accompanied by
Get creative this Easter and design your own tote bag. Using the vinyl provided in a rainbow of colours, get to work on making a bag as unique as you are! No mess, no sewing, just pure creativity.
This workshop is suitable from 6+ and is even fun for parents if you each wanted to make something.
All children below 10 must be accompanied by an adult.
You will learn:
- How to cut vinyl and use it to decorate a tote bag
What's included:
- Coloured vinyl
- A tote bag for you to decorate
- Scissors (if you are left handed, please bring some from home)
What you’ll need to bring:
- Scissors if you prefer to use your own or are left handed
£15. This price is for one bag only.
Class is on Monday 30th March, from 12 - 1pm at Saint Wilfrids Community Centre, Coltsgate Hill, Ripon HG4 2AB.
Beginners Machine Sewing Ripon 14th April
Kids/Teens: Decorate a Tote bag 30th March
Beginners Machine Sewing Ripon 14th April
If you are new to sewing or have a machine but don't know how to use it, and fancy meeting some like minded people, this is the course for you!
Get to know your sewing machine and learn some basic sewing techniques through a series of small projects that you can take home. This class runs over 3 weeks.
You will learn:
- How to thread and set
If you are new to sewing or have a machine but don't know how to use it, and fancy meeting some like minded people, this is the course for you!
Get to know your sewing machine and learn some basic sewing techniques through a series of small projects that you can take home. This class runs over 3 weeks.
You will learn:
- How to thread and set up your machine
- What the various functions are on your machine
- How to insert a zip
- How to join pieces from a simple sewing pattern
What's included?
- A zip for your bag
What you need to bring:
- 1 meter cotton fabric to make your projects from or 1/2 meter of two different fabrics to make contrasting linings
- Matching thread with which to sew your project
- A sewing kit including scissors or rotary cutter, a quick unpick, pins, tailors chalk or fabric pen, tape measure or ruler, spare needles for your sewing machine. Kit is available to borrow if you don't have your own.
- A sewing machine (if you don't have one you can choose to hire one from us for £10)
£90. This course is aimed at beginners.
Class runs for 3 weeks, on Tues 14th, 21st and 28th April, from 6.45 - 9pm at Saint Wilfrids Community Centre, Coltsgate Hill, Ripon HG4 2AB.
The Top/Dress Workshop Ripon 23rd April
Kids/Teens: Decorate a Tote bag 30th March
Beginners Machine Sewing Ripon 14th April
The Cielo Dress & Top by Closet Core Patterns is an easy take on a boxy tee and shift dress. It is a brilliant beginners project and as it's popularity has grown, so has an abundance of inspiration online.
Choose between a semi-cropped top with a cuffed short sleeve or a dramatic gathered long sleeve. Or, make an easy-fitting dress with
The Cielo Dress & Top by Closet Core Patterns is an easy take on a boxy tee and shift dress. It is a brilliant beginners project and as it's popularity has grown, so has an abundance of inspiration online.
Choose between a semi-cropped top with a cuffed short sleeve or a dramatic gathered long sleeve. Or, make an easy-fitting dress with sleek inseam pockets, or without pockets. All views have a slightly dropped shoulder, angled shoulder yoke and roomy fit, with a choice between an elegant bias binding or a faced neckline finish. Size UK 4 to approx 24. This class runs over 3 weeks.
You will learn:
- How to read a commercial pattern
- How to measure yourself
- How to use interfacing
- How to finish a neckline using bias binding or a facing
What's included?
- A commercial printed pattern with style variations which you can take home and re-use
What you need to bring:
- For the Top, up to 3.2 meters, for the dress up to 3.8m. Please wash your fabric before class
- Matching thread with which to sew your project
- A sewing kit including scissors or rotary cutter, a quick unpick, pins, tailors chalk or fabric pen, tape measure or ruler, spare needles for your sewing machine. Kit is available to borrow if you don't have your own.
- A sewing machine (if you don't have one you can choose to hire one from us for £10)
£100. This course is aimed at beginners.
Class runs for 3 weeks, on Thurs 23rd, 30th April and 7th May, from 7 - 9.45pm at Saint Wilfrids Community Centre, Coltsgate Hill, Ripon HG4 2AB.
Introduction to Dressmaking Ripon 5th May
Sashiko Improvers Visible Mending Workshop at The GreenHouse Ripon 18th and 25th June
Sashiko and Boro Visible Mending Workshop at The GreenHouse Ripon 21st May
This course is an ideal follow on from the Beginners Machine Sewing Class. You will learn how to read and understand commercial patterns and the techniques used for making your own clothes, whilst making a pair of long legged pyjama bottoms or shorts (pattern included in cost).
You will learn:
- How to read a commercial pattern
- How to measure
This course is an ideal follow on from the Beginners Machine Sewing Class. You will learn how to read and understand commercial patterns and the techniques used for making your own clothes, whilst making a pair of long legged pyjama bottoms or shorts (pattern included in cost).
You will learn:
- How to read a commercial pattern
- How to measure yourself
- How to insert an elasticated waistband
- How to hem trouser legs
- How to make a buttonhole
What's included?
- A commercial printed pattern with various nightwear designs which you can take home and re-use
What you'll need to bring
- 2.5m cotton fabric to make your project from. We suggest using a cotton lawn, seersucker, poplin or flannel
- 1m of 1/2" (12mm) wide elastic
- Matching thread. We recommend using a good quality brand such as Gütermann or Coats
- A sewing machine (if you don't have one you can choose to hire one from us for £10)
- A sewing kit including scissors or rotary cutter, a quick unpick, pins, tailors chalk or fabric pen, tape measure or ruler, spare needles for your sewing machine. Kit is available to borrow if you don't have your own.
£95. This course is aimed at confident beginners
Class runs for 3 weeks, on Tues 5th, 12th and 19th May from 7pm - 9.30pm at Saint Wilfrids Community Centre, Coltsgate Hill, Ripon HG4 2AB.
Sashiko and Boro Visible Mending Workshop at The GreenHouse Ripon 21st May
Sashiko Improvers Visible Mending Workshop at The GreenHouse Ripon 18th and 25th June
Sashiko and Boro Visible Mending Workshop at The GreenHouse Ripon 21st May
Sashiko and Boro are traditional Japanese sewing techniques, often used for mending and reinforcement. Sashiko refers to the stitching itself, a form of embroidery with repeating designs, while boro describes the patching and piecing together of fabrics, often using Sashiko stitching to reinforce the patches.
During this 2 hour workshop yo
Sashiko and Boro are traditional Japanese sewing techniques, often used for mending and reinforcement. Sashiko refers to the stitching itself, a form of embroidery with repeating designs, while boro describes the patching and piecing together of fabrics, often using Sashiko stitching to reinforce the patches.
During this 2 hour workshop you learn the traditional Japanese method of mending- using Sashiko embroidery thread and Boro patching. This is a hand sewing class.
You will learn:
- Basic Sashiko stitches
- Tips and techniques for stitching
- Boro patching
What's included?
- A selection of fabric and patches
- Sashiko thread
- A Sashiko Needle
What you need to bring:
- A sewing kit including scissors or rotary cutter, a quick unpick, pins, tailors chalk or fabric pen, tape measure or ruler. Kit is available to borrow if you don't have your own.
£40. This course is aimed at beginners.
Class is on Thursday 21st May from 7 - 9pm at The GreenHouse, 11 North St, Ripon HG4 1JY
Sashiko Improvers Visible Mending Workshop at The GreenHouse Ripon 18th and 25th June
Sashiko Improvers Visible Mending Workshop at The GreenHouse Ripon 18th and 25th June
Sashiko Improvers Visible Mending Workshop at The GreenHouse Ripon 18th and 25th June
This 2 week workshop is ideal for those who have completed our Sashiko and Boro visible mending class. We are inviting you to come along and work on your own project, be it jackets, jeans or household textiles, anything that needs to be repaired or embellished! Using the threads and patching provided, with help and advice on hand from us,
This 2 week workshop is ideal for those who have completed our Sashiko and Boro visible mending class. We are inviting you to come along and work on your own project, be it jackets, jeans or household textiles, anything that needs to be repaired or embellished! Using the threads and patching provided, with help and advice on hand from us, you will breathe life back into your tired or damaged cloth.
This is a hand sewing class.
You will learn:
- Tips and techniques for improving your stitching
- Best practice for Boro patching
- Advise about how best to repair an item
What's included?
- A selection of fabric and patches
- A selection of threads
What you need to bring:
- A sashiko needle
- A sewing kit including scissors or rotary cutter, a quick unpick, pins, tailors chalk or fabric pen, tape measure or ruler. Kit is available to borrow if you don't have your own.
£60. This course is aimed at beginners.
Class is on Thursday 18th and 25th June from 7 - 9pm at The GreenHouse, 11 North St, Ripon HG4 1JY
The Skirt Workshop, Ripon 2nd June
Beginners Machine Sewing Ripon 23rd June
Sashiko Improvers Visible Mending Workshop at The GreenHouse Ripon 18th and 25th June
Take the next step towards making your handmade wardrobe and learn to sew this beautiful elasticated gathered skirt from French indie pattern brand Jalie. The pattern is a below-the-knee or midi skirt, with in-seam pockets, elastic waistband and optional waist pouch. It has a huge size range from kids aged 2 to 2XL in adults.
You will le
Take the next step towards making your handmade wardrobe and learn to sew this beautiful elasticated gathered skirt from French indie pattern brand Jalie. The pattern is a below-the-knee or midi skirt, with in-seam pockets, elastic waistband and optional waist pouch. It has a huge size range from kids aged 2 to 2XL in adults.
You will learn:
- How to read a commercial pattern
- How to measure yourself
- How to insert an elasticated waistband
- How to hem a skirt
- How to French seam a skirt
What's included?
- A commercial printed pattern with skirt variations which you can take home and re-use
What you'll need to bring
- fabric to make your project from. We suggest using a lightweight woven fabric such as cotton, cotton lawn, seersucker, poplin, chambray or linen. I will be in touch a month before class to advise on the fabric amount that you'll need. Please wash fabric before class.
- 1m 15cm of 1 1/2" (4cm) wide elastic
- Matching thread. We recommend using a good quality brand such as Gütermann or Coats
- A sewing machine (if you don't have one you can choose to hire one from us for £10)
- A sewing kit including paper scissors, fabric scissors or rotary cutter, a quick unpick, pins, tailors chalk or fabric pen, tape measure or ruler, spare needles for your sewing machine. Kit is available to borrow if you don't have your own.
£100 This course is aimed at confident beginners
Class runs for 3 weeks, on Tues 2nd, 9th and 16th June from 6.30pm - 8.45pm at Saint Wilfrids Community Centre, Coltsgate Hill, Ripon HG4 2AB.
Beginners Machine Sewing Ripon 23rd June
Beginners Machine Sewing Ripon 23rd June
Beginners Machine Sewing Ripon 23rd June
If you are new to sewing or have a machine but don't know how to use it, and fancy meeting some like minded people, this is the course for you!
Get to know your sewing machine and learn some basic sewing techniques through a series of small projects that you can take home. This class runs over 3 weeks.
You will learn:
- How to thread and set
If you are new to sewing or have a machine but don't know how to use it, and fancy meeting some like minded people, this is the course for you!
Get to know your sewing machine and learn some basic sewing techniques through a series of small projects that you can take home. This class runs over 3 weeks.
You will learn:
- How to thread and set up your machine
- What the various functions are on your machine
- How to insert a zip
- How to join pieces from a simple sewing pattern
What's included?
- A zip for your bag
What you need to bring:
- 1 meter cotton fabric to make your projects from or 1/2 meter of two different fabrics to make contrasting linings
- Matching thread with which to sew your project
- A sewing kit including scissors or rotary cutter, a quick unpick, pins, tailors chalk or fabric pen, tape measure or ruler, spare needles for your sewing machine. Kit is available to borrow if you don't have your own.
- A sewing machine (if you don't have one you can choose to hire one from us for £10)
£90. This course is aimed at beginners.
Class runs for 3 weeks, on Tues 23rd and 30th June, and 7th July, from 6.45 - 9pm at Saint Wilfrids Community Centre, Coltsgate Hill, Ripon HG4 2AB.