286 Sewing courses

This course is not suitable for total beginners. To attend this course, you must already have some experience with industrial machines and be able to operate and set up a walking foot independently, or have attended our MODULE 3 – INDUSTRIAL MACHINE TRAINING. Summary of topics covered in the class: – Pattern making, pattern development and pattern vocabulary – Leather preparation, pattern placement, and leather marking – Leather cutting, gluing, and reinforcing – Patterns development, assembling and making for different card holder constructions By the end of the tuition, you will have: – Developed your understanding of pattern drafting and pattern development – Understood the concept of seam, folding, and trimming allowances when drafting patterns – Created some finished patterns, constructed and completed up to 3 finished card holders (depending on your personal abilities the quantity might change) – Learned how to use your patterns to correctly cut your material, minimising waste and using the best parts of a hide/skin – Worked with a variety of tools for pattern making and leatherworking, as well as various types of leather – Developed essential leather craft skills such as preparation, marking, finishing, cutting, and more – Obtained a basic understanding of the differences and best uses of reinforcements, stiffeners and stabilisers Included in the course: You will receive useful paper handouts containing: – A list of tools and materials used during the lesson(s), with descriptions and usage instructions – A list of recommended suppliers for leather and fittings, both in London and online – A glossary containing pattern making terms and general guidelines for pattern drafting All materials are included, there are no additional costs. Find all modules here: https://the-london-leather-workshop.cademy.co.uk/

Join us every Friday for a cuppa and cake from 10am to 12:30pm. Bring along your stitching, crochet, knitting, mending, WIPs and UFOs

This course is not suitable for total beginners. Summary of topics covered in the class: – Pattern making and development for two-dimensional and three-dimensional shapes – Leather preparation, pattern placement and leather marking – Leather cutting, gluing and reinforcing – Pattern development, assembling and making for different clutch constructions By the end of the tuition, you will have: – Learnt how to develop patterns for three-dimensional shapes featuring gussets – Learnt how to create patterns for different types of lining – Applied the concept of seam, folding, and trimming allowances when drafting patterns – Created finished patterns, constructed, and completed up to 3 clutches (quantity may vary based on personal abilities) – Learnt how to use patterns to correctly cut your material, minimising waste and utilising the best parts of a hide/skin – Worked with a variety of tools for pattern making and leatherworking, as well as various types of leather – Developed essential leathercraft skills such as preparation, marking, finishing, cutting, and more – Obtained a basic understanding of the differences and best uses of reinforcements, stiffeners, and stabilisers Included in the course: You will receive useful paper handouts containing: – A list of tools and materials used during the lesson(s), with descriptions and usage instructions – A list of recommended suppliers for leather and fittings, both in London and online – A glossary containing pattern making terms and general guidelines for pattern drafting All materials are included, there are no additional costs. Find all modules here: https://the-london-leather-workshop.cademy.co.uk/

Summary of topics covered in the class: – Principles of pattern making for bags – Analysis of the main bag constructions – Pattern making and development for three-dimensional shapes By the end of the tuition, you will have: – Learnt how to develop patterns for simple three-dimensional shapes featuring gussets – Applied the concept of seam, folding, and trimming allowances when drafting patterns – Created finished patterns of various constructions for you to keep – Worked with a variety of tools for pattern making Included in the course: You will receive useful paper handouts containing: – A list of tools and materials used during the lesson(s), with descriptions and usage instructions – A list of recommended suppliers for leather and fittings, both in London and online – A glossary containing pattern making terms and general guidelines for pattern drafting  pattern drafting All materials are included, there are no additional costs. Find all modules here: https://the-london-leather-workshop.cademy.co.uk/

An online zoom session where we as sewers and quilters can do some stitching and have a laugh at the same time.

Learn how to make beautiful Dorset buttons! This is the perfect course for beginners, teaching you a selection of different ring buttons

Learn how to make beautiful buttons! This is the perfect course for beginners, teaching you thread wrapped, Dorset and zwirnknopf buttons. Button making is the perfect take anywhere textile craft

Join me for a family sewing event and create cross stitch cards, suitable for adults and children from 8 years of age. All materials provided. Choose from five designs