125 Needlework courses

New for 2020, this fun workshop will aim to move you on from “in-the-ditch” quilting and from quilting straight lines. Using a variety of techniques we will work on quilting common patchwork shapes to find a style and method that suits you best. This workshop is aimed at those with some quilting experience who are keen to move their skills on in a completely new direction. However, it is suitable for all abilities as full tuition and hand-holding will be provided on the day.

Do you have you a sewing machine but you’re not quite sure what to do with it? Did your machine come with a selection of presser feet and “bits and bobs” that you’ve never explored? If so, then our one day workshop is just the thing for you to get the very best out of your machine.

If you have ever struggled to wrestle a quilt under your sewing machine, then this is the workshop for you! Come along and consider 3 ways of joining your blocks that allow you to quilt each block separately, prior to final assembly of your quilt. This is perfect for beginners and can be used to make a double-sided quilt.

Brand new for 2021, Live online quilting course via Zoom, for total beginners.

Crewel embroidery, also known as Jacobean embroidery, has been practiced for centuries and remains a beautiful and practical craft used to adorn clothing, bags, boxes and much more.

Journals and scrapbooks have always been a great way to record events, memories or just to develop ideas and interests. 

This fun 1 day workshop will really get you started with your free machine embroidery, with great results from the start!

This pretty quilt has been designed with total beginner’s in mind. The design is quick and simple to make, with minimum fabric cutting (you wont be cutting lots of small pieces all day!). This one day workshop includes: How to cut your fabrics accurately How to piece accurately with a perfect 1/4″ seam Assembling your quilt top together Layering up the quilt, wadding and backing How to achieve simple quilting Making and attaching your quilt binding

Learn the technique of English Paper Piecing(EPP) Hand Sew a small gift for Mother's Day or Spring

Learn to quilt from the comfort of your own home! Our online Patchwork for Beginners class provides comprehensive video tutorials and live Q&A sessions to guide you through the basics of patchwork. Master essential techniques, from fabric selection to creating stunning blocks. Start your quilting journey today!