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Learn to applique, learn what tools and tricks you need to really make this work for you. Also get to grips with the really free and artistic free motion machine embroidery technique. Set your machine free to draw with it, combined with applique you can make stunning art! This is a very practical and hands on class which will see you appliqueing & free motion stitching in no time, the techniques are easily mastered so you can spend your time creating. Part of a 4 day quilting course, but suitable as a stand alone course too.

Learn how to measure, cut and stitch accurate patchwork quilt blocks in this one day workshop. Part of a 4 day quilt course, but suitable as a stand alone class too. This class is a great class to take after the beginners class as the sewing will be mostly straight lines and it will allow you to practice more seams and other skills learned in the beginners class. You will need to know how to handle a sewing machine for this class but it's very much still a class that's achievable for beginners. You will cover design, measuring, cutting, the use of various tools, and stitching.

Learn to sew a child's garment in this long (6 hours ish) day class. I stock the Two Stitches patterns (https://www.twostitchespatterns.com/printed-patterns-1) and one of these is included in your class fee. I also have patterns for quite a few simple baby and toddler garments you can use. Once you ket me know what you want to make and what size I will let you know how much and what kind of fabric you need and what else you need to bring. This is a fairly high paced class so you need to be ok with threading up etc aline and know how to make seams, backstitch etc. The sewing won't be complex but we won't have time to explain how a machine works. If you are not sure please do a beginners or refresher's class first.

Learn how to make really fun and creative bowls from rope and bits of scrap fabric. I will teach you all you need to know and I will supply all you need to get going. It is SO fun and SO versatile! You decide on the shape, size and colours! This is a very practical and hands on class which will see you making stuff in no time. All tools, use of machines and materials are included. The class will finish around 1pm

In this class we will talk about different kinds of wadding and will learn about the quilting together of all the layers with either straight lines or freemotion stitching. Then we will learn to bind our mini quilts (bring the mini quilt tops we created in earlier classes, or bring your own) Wadding and thread all included in the price, as well as a copy of my In Stitches sewing handbook. You will also receive a free walking and free motion foot for your machine! Just let me know when you book what machine you have (this offer does not apply to Bernina feet I'm afraid!)

Learn how to cut and stitch a variety of fun improv quilt blocks in this one day workshop. There will be a further patchwork class on 18th November, a free motion stitching and appliqué class on 25th November and a final workshop on 9th December to learn to put the quilt sandwich together, and bind it.

Come join us for this tomato inspired fundraiser. An open-day style mini tomato fest, celebrating the diversity and deliciousness of one of our favourite crops - tomatoes. There will be two tours of the market garden during the day, seed saving demos, tomato tastings, food, a bar and more.  The morning tour will start at 12pm and the afternoon tour will start at 2:30pm so if you'd like to go on either of the tours, please make sure to arrive before whichever one you choose is set to begin. The day will run from 11am to 5pm. Feel free to come for as much of the day or as little as you like.  The purpose of the day is to invite anyone who enjoys the produce we grow, to come out to the farm and celebrate one of our favourite crops whilst getting a better sense of where your veg comes from and how and why we do what we do.  This is a fundraising event. All proceeds from the day will go towards the continuing work of our Community Food Project - which provides subsidised veg in the local area to anyone struggling to afford the food they need and want to eat. Donations on the day on top of ticket cost are very welcome.  Our friends at Trill Farm Garden are also holding a similar Tomato Fest on Sunday August 6th. Ticket booking for both events is separate.  Come join us in celebrating August in the market garden! - We don't want to exclude anyone from being able to join us for the day, so if the ticket price will be a barrier, please get in touch and we'll do what we can to offer subsidised or discounted tickets.  - Both cash and card accepted for lunch, bar, and anything else to purchase on the day.  - No dogs please, as there are cats and livestock etc on the farm.  We look forward to seeing you there. 

This seminar is a wide-ranging mix of legal issues that are important to dog owners, including responsibilities when buying and selling dogs, liability (both civil and criminal) for dogs that harm people and animals and much more. Topics are likely to include:- Civil claims against vets Civil claims against other dog owners Collar + tag Microchipping Contracts to buy and sell dogs Dogs dangerously out of control (Dangerous Dogs Act 1991) Ask Trevor! (ie Q&A) The seminar is expected to last up to 3 hours. Content is liable to change. This seminar provides an overview of a wide ranging mix of legal issues that are vitally important for all dog owners, as well as professionals involved in dogs such as dog walkers, groomers, behaviourists, trainers, pet sitters, doggie day care, breeders, home boarders, boarding kennels, vets, vet nurses, dog wardens, PCSOs and Police Officers. It is presented by Solicitor Trevor Cooper who aims to entertain as well as inform. Trevor has specialised in Doglaw for 29 years and is widely regarded as a leading solicitor in England and Wales for this niche area of law in both civil and criminal cases. Trevor started his career in local government and has acted for the prosecution (having been a Principal Solicitor with the Environment Agency for 5 years) as well as the defence – he was also a Magistrate on the North Yorkshire bench. He has also worked extensively with Dogs Trust and Battersea Dogs’ & Cats’ Home. Trevor acts for dog owners, dog related professionals and organisations in both civil and criminal proceedings at Cooper & Co Solicitors covering the whole of England & Wales. Topics are likely to include the law in England & Wales relating to:- Stray dogs Microchipping Collar & tag Dangerous dogs (incl dogs that are dangerous to people + animals) Breed Specific Legislation Public Spaces Protection Orders Community Protection Notices Noise Nuisance Duty of Care Cruelty Buying and selling dogs (+ enforceability of contracts) Ownership disputes An overview of licensing for some commercial activities Civil liability for the actions of your dog NB Content is liable to change Seminars & webinars presented by Doglaw Specialist Solicitor Trevor Cooper. Whether you’re a concerned dog owner or a professional involved with dogs, let Trevor Cooper and the rest of the Doglaw SOS team be your friends at the end of a phone. We’d never say “It’s only a dog”. Trevor is extremely experienced at providing presentations on dog law which are intended to be informative as well as entertaining.