Know Your Sewing Machine
Don't know where to start? This is the class for you. Know Your Sewing Machine is a class for absolute beginners and a fantastic course to get you on your way.

Have you ever thought about taking up a new hobby but didn’t know where to start?
Stitched By You is here to help get you on the road to creating beautiful pieces. A dress for you, a cushion or crochet throw for the home or perhaps a fantastic piece of jewellery. Anything is possible once you know how. Select from one of our courses below to find out more.
Don't know where to start? This is the class for you. Know Your Sewing Machine is a class for absolute beginners and a fantastic course to get you on your way.
Upcycle an old ladies shirt or charity shop find into a stunning new summer top!
Bring a few sewing projects and we will complete as many as we can!
This is a great class if you already know a little sewing and a good follow on from our Know Your Sewing Machine course. So long as you can use a machine you will enjoy this class.
Never get that perfect fit in a dress? We have the answer - a perfect shift dress tailor made for your shape and size. Make your very own gorgeous dress, which can be made time and again.
Overlockers! Does yours sit collecting dust hardly seeing the light of day in your sewing space? Bring it along to this class and get a grip on what your overlocker can do for you.
No need to shop for cushions again! Cushions add comfort and style to your home, in this class you will learn how to make fantastic looking cushion covers with that perfect finish yourself.
Knowledge of the basic stitches, slip stitch, chain stitch, single, double and treble crochet is required. This 2 hour fun workshop teaches you how to crochet Granny squares.
Produce a patchwork table runner - please call for course details on 07375 096602 or 01420 544033
Granny, Grampa, Auntie... Have lots of fun working together to create something beautiful to take home with you. Together you will make a boxy zipped bag.
Would you like a skirt that fits your waist and hips correctly? We have the answer! Learn to make the perfect, pretty and versatile skirt tailor made for your shape and size.
These are great for beginner sewers. You will make a simple pair of shorts in a fabric pattern of your choice and we will show you how to personalize them.
This course is for you, it is a a lovely project to make a little girls reversible pinafore dress ages 2-6 years. You will learn how to join side-seams. Bag out the neck and armholes and grade the curved seams to allow a smooth curve.
Not artistic? No sewing experience? No problem! This fun, versatile technique has no rules and knows no boundaries, you are free to create with it as you fancy.
Buying curtains and having them made for you can be very expensive. If you can use a sewing machine and hand hem you will be able to make curtains.
This is a fantastic no sew project, once you have made one lampshade you will want to go home and make more! A simple project that can change the whole look of a room.
From dressmaking to crafts we have lots of courses to offer. Choose from a variety of classes and levels, from beginners onwards. We are very fortunate to have highly skilled, passionate tutors who pass on their love for crafts in an informative and easy way and provide you with the confidence and inspiration needed to go on. All workshops are limited to a maximum of 6 pupils and designed to be fully hands on. All of the necessary equipment is provided, including some delicious refreshments!
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Don't like what you see on the high street? Express your personality, create individual one off pieces unique to you.
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Our modern approach paired with expert tuition makes for a relaxed, friendly and enjoyable environment in which to learn.
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You'll meet like minded people at our relaxed and friendly workshops, enjoy a slice of cake and make new friends!
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Learn the basics, whether sewing, crochet or jewellery making, then progress to higher levels to achieve self development.