Group Sewing Classes
The Skirt Workshop, Ripon 2nd June
Introduction to Dressmaking Ripon 1st Sept
Beginners Machine Sewing Ripon 23rd 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. Classes are
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. Classes are limited to 7 to ensure everyone receives the attention they need.
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, 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
Introduction to Dressmaking Ripon 1st Sept
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
- A paper pattern to take home and reuse
What you need to bring:
- 1 meter light-medium weight cotton fabric to make your projects from or 1/2 meter of two different fabrics to make contrasting linings
- 1 meter of cord, ribbon or woven tape to make drawstring ties
- 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.
Introduction to Dressmaking Ripon 1st Sept
Introduction to Dressmaking Ripon 1st Sept
Introduction to Dressmaking Ripon 1st Sept
This course is the perfect next class after our Beginners Machine Sewing course. 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). Classes are limited to 7 to ensure everyone receives th
This course is the perfect next class after our Beginners Machine Sewing course. 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). Classes are limited to 7 to ensure everyone receives the attention they need. UK sizes 4-34.
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 which you can take home and re-use
- A scrap of interfacing for you buttonhole
What you'll need to bring
- 2.5m cotton fabric to make your project from. We suggest using a medium weight cotton, cotton lawn, poplin or flannel. I will be in touch before class to recommend the amount needed. Please wash your fabric before class
- Up to 1.35m of 1" 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 and 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.
- A buttonhole foot
£100. This course is aimed at confident beginners
Class runs for 3 weeks, on Tues 1st, 8th and 15th Sept from 7pm - 9.30pm at Saint Wilfrids Community Centre, Coltsgate Hill, Ripon HG4 2AB.
Make The Buckthorn Bag Ripon 3rd September
Beginners Machine Sewing Ripon 21st September *DAYTIME CLASS
Introduction to Dressmaking Ripon 1st Sept
Begin your first foray into bag making with this gorgeous everyday tote by Noodlehead. Made using oilskin, it is water resistant and has a zip top. The design incorporates a handy front pocket, as well as a divided interior pocket for keeping everything organised. Finished size is approx 26.5cm wide x 16.5cm deep x 29.5cm tall.
The pattern
Begin your first foray into bag making with this gorgeous everyday tote by Noodlehead. Made using oilskin, it is water resistant and has a zip top. The design incorporates a handy front pocket, as well as a divided interior pocket for keeping everything organised. Finished size is approx 26.5cm wide x 16.5cm deep x 29.5cm tall.
The pattern which is included in the price has instructions for making a backpack version which you can make at home.
You will learn:
- How to create a lined bag with zip top
- How to perfect your topstitching and make pockets
- How to work best with webbing
- Tips for sewing with oilskin
What's included?
- A commercial sewing pattern with instructions to create a tote which will be made in class and a backpack to make at home
What you need to bring:
- 0.6m of 7-10 oz waxed cotton for exterior
- 0.91m of 8-10 oz canvas for the lining
- 14" handbag zipper for top closure 1 and 1/4" wide
- 1.9m of 1" wide cotton webbing (please double if you want longer, shoulder straps)
- 14 and 16 sewing needles
- Matching thread to your exterior fabric
- A sewing kit including paper and fabric scissors, pins or quilting clips, a ruler, a rotary cutter and mat if you have one.
£100. This course is aimed at confident beginners/intermediate sewers
Class runs for 3 weeks, on Thurs 3rd, 17th and 24th Sept from 7pm - 9.30pm at Saint Wilfrids Community Centre, Coltsgate Hill, Ripon HG4 2AB.
Introduction to Dressmaking Ripon 21st Sept *DAYTIME CLASS
Beginners Machine Sewing Ripon 21st September *DAYTIME CLASS
Beginners Machine Sewing Ripon 21st September *DAYTIME CLASS
This course is the perfect next class after our Beginners Machine Sewing course. 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). Classes are limited to 7 to ensure everyone receives th
This course is the perfect next class after our Beginners Machine Sewing course. 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). Classes are limited to 7 to ensure everyone receives the attention they need. UK sizes 4-34.
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 which you can take home and re-use
- A scrap of interfacing for you buttonhole
What you'll need to bring
- 1-31m cotton fabric to make your project from. We suggest using a medium weight cotton, cotton lawn, poplin or flannel. I will be in touch before class to recommend the amount needed. Please wash your fabric before class
- Up to 1.35m of 1" 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 and 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.
- A buttonhole foot
£100. This course is aimed at confident beginners
Class runs for 3 weeks, on Mon 21st, 28th September and 5th Oct from 9.30-12 at Saint Wilfrids Community Centre, Coltsgate Hill, Ripon HG4 2AB.
Beginners Machine Sewing Ripon 21st September *DAYTIME CLASS
Beginners Machine Sewing Ripon 21st September *DAYTIME CLASS
Beginners Machine Sewing Ripon 21st September *DAYTIME CLASS
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
- A paper pattern to take home and reuse
What you need to bring:
- 1 meter light-medium weight cotton fabric to make your projects from or 1/2 meter of two different fabrics to make contrasting linings
- 1 meter of cord, ribbon or woven tape to make drawstring ties
- 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)
- A zipper foot
£90. This course is aimed at beginners.
Class runs for 3 weeks, on Mon 21st and 28th Sept and 5th Oct from 12.30-3pm at Saint Wilfrids Community Centre, Coltsgate Hill, Ripon HG4 2AB.
Beginners Machine Sewing Ripon 22nd September *EVENING CLASS
Beginners Machine Sewing Ripon 22nd September *EVENING CLASS
Beginners Machine Sewing Ripon 22nd September *EVENING CLASS
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
- A paper pattern to take home and reuse
What you need to bring:
- 1 meter light-medium weight cotton fabric to make your projects from or 1/2 meter of two different fabrics to make contrasting linings
- 1 meter of cord, ribbon or woven tape to make drawstring ties
- 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)
- A zipper foot
£90. This course is aimed at beginners.
Class runs for 3 weeks, on Tues 22nd and 29th Sept, and 6th Oct from 6.45-9pm at Saint Wilfrids Community Centre, Coltsgate Hill, Ripon HG4 2AB.
Further Darning Methods at The GreenHouse Ripon 1st October
Beginners Machine Sewing Ripon 22nd September *EVENING CLASS
Beginners Machine Sewing Ripon 22nd September *EVENING CLASS
Experiment with different methods of darning to repair your clothes. Whether you have mastered English darning already or are completely new to repair, come along to class and learn how to save your clothes from landfill and repair them in a complementary way. Please note, these methods are all types of visible repair.
You will learn:
- Honey
Experiment with different methods of darning to repair your clothes. Whether you have mastered English darning already or are completely new to repair, come along to class and learn how to save your clothes from landfill and repair them in a complementary way. Please note, these methods are all types of visible repair.
You will learn:
- Honeycomb Darn
- Tambourine darn
- Chain Darn
- How best to use the methods shown
What's included?
- A selection of threads for your repairs
What you need to bring:
- a darning mushroom/darning egg or if you don't have one an orange will do!
- A selection of well worn socks!
- Sewing scissors
£40. This course is aimed at beginners.
Class runs on Thurs 1st October, from 7- 9pm at The GreenHouse, 11 North St, Ripon HG4 1JY
Make The Drew Sweatshirt 8th October
Beginners Machine Sewing Ripon 22nd September *EVENING CLASS
Make The Drew Sweatshirt 8th October
New to sewing with stretch fabric? This Tilly and The Buttons Drew Sweatshirt is a perfect introduction. The easy-fitting style and raglan sleeves make for satisfying sew and the size range includes uk 6-34.
You will learn:
- All about stretch fabrics
- Tips and tricks to help sew stretch fabrics
- How to attach ribbed cuffs and hem
- To construct a
New to sewing with stretch fabric? This Tilly and The Buttons Drew Sweatshirt is a perfect introduction. The easy-fitting style and raglan sleeves make for satisfying sew and the size range includes uk 6-34.
You will learn:
- All about stretch fabrics
- Tips and tricks to help sew stretch fabrics
- How to attach ribbed cuffs and hem
- To construct a garment with raglan sleeves
- On the course we will make a plain sweatshirt but you will take home the pattern and have the option to make a colour blocked version
What's included?
- A commercial printed pattern which you can take home and re-use
What you'll need to bring
- Up to 2.7m sweatshirt fleece or French terry (loopback). I will contact you beforehand to confirm measurements
- 0.6m ribbing (at least 90cm wide unfolded), for the neckband, hem band + cuffs.
- 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 fabric and paper 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 jersey needle
£100. This course is aimed at confident beginners
Classes run for 3 weeks, on Tuesday 8th, 15th and 22nd Oct, from 6.30pm - 9pm at Saint Wilfrids Community Centre, Coltsgate Hill, Ripon HG4 2AB.
The Nikko Top 13th October
Beginners Machine Sewing Ripon 9th November
Make The Drew Sweatshirt 8th October
This 2 week course will give you the opportunity to master working with finer stretch fabrics whilst making 'Nikko', a long sleeve, mock turtleneck top. This is a brilliant pattern that will form part of the basics of your wardrobe. The pattern (which is yours to keep), also give options for a sleeveless top and a long sleeve and sleevele
This 2 week course will give you the opportunity to master working with finer stretch fabrics whilst making 'Nikko', a long sleeve, mock turtleneck top. This is a brilliant pattern that will form part of the basics of your wardrobe. The pattern (which is yours to keep), also give options for a sleeveless top and a long sleeve and sleeveless dress, which you can make at home. Size 0-18
You will learn:
- All about stretch fabrics
- Tips and tricks to work with fine or ribbed jersey
- You can use the skills you have learned in class to make one of the other variations in the pattern
What's included?
- A commercial printed pattern which you can take home and re-use
What you need to bring:
- Up to 2.3m of medium weight knit fabric with approx 75% stretch e.g. rib knit or bamboo knit. I will be in touch a few weeks before class with more details
- Ball point or stretch needle
- 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 fabric and paper 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.
£80. This course is aimed at confident beginners who have sewn clothing before and would like to try working with stitch fabric.
Class runs on Thurs 13th and 20th October, from 6.30- 9pm at Saint Wilfrids Community Centre, Coltsgate Hill, Ripon HG4 2AB.
Zip Neck Fleece 3rd November
Beginners Machine Sewing Ripon 9th November
Beginners Machine Sewing Ripon 9th November
Winter has arrived and it's time to cosy up with this zip neck fleece. This pattern is unisex and has plenty of room to layer up beneath, with dropped shoulders and handy side pockets. Make it from fleece, French Terry, sweatshirt fabric or teddy fleece to suit your style. Sizes 2XS - 4XL
You will learn:
- Best practice when working with thic
Winter has arrived and it's time to cosy up with this zip neck fleece. This pattern is unisex and has plenty of room to layer up beneath, with dropped shoulders and handy side pockets. Make it from fleece, French Terry, sweatshirt fabric or teddy fleece to suit your style. Sizes 2XS - 4XL
You will learn:
- Best practice when working with thicker knits
- How to insert a zip
- How to add ribbed cuffs
- On the course we will make a version with a collar but there is an option to make a hooded fleece at home
What's included?
- A commercial printed pattern which you can take home and re-use
What you need to bring:
- 1.6m fabric. We recommend using medium weight fleece, French Terry, sherpa or teddy fleece. Please wash before class
- 0.3m ribbing for sleeves
- a 25cm zip 4-6mm wide
- Ball point or stretch needle
- 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 fabric and paper 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 advanced beginners who have sewn with stretch fabrics before.
Class runs on Tues 3rd, 10th and 17th November from 6.30-9pm at Saint Wilfrids Community Centre, Coltsgate Hill, Ripon HG4 2AB.
Beginners Machine Sewing Ripon 9th November
Beginners Machine Sewing Ripon 9th November
Beginners Machine Sewing Ripon 9th November
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
- A paper pattern to take home and reuse
What you need to bring:
- 1 meter light-medium weight cotton fabric to make your projects from or 1/2 meter of two different fabrics to make contrasting linings
- 1 meter of cord, ribbon or woven tape to make drawstring ties
- 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)
- A zipper foot
£90. This course is aimed at beginners.
Class runs for 3 weeks, on Thurs 12th, 19th and 26th Nov from 6.45-9pm at Saint Wilfrids Community Centre, Coltsgate Hill, Ripon HG4 2AB.