Sewing Surgery: topic tbc!

Join Our Sewing Surgery Workshop

This is the last monthly workshop of 2026, designed to give you new skills to assist with your sewing. We hope to keep them going in 2027 too! Sessions will develop over time to be exactly what you need them to be. The topic for this workshop will be decided on 17th November … so keep an eye out on the website as to what it will be! The future is all about your requests … as examples you may want to learn:

• Making practical items (e.g., glasses cases)
• Demystifying sewing patterns
• Understanding different fabrics
• Working with zips
• Working with stretch fabrics

Your tutor, Melinda, is looking forward to welcoming you and sharing her expert guidance to help you feel confident, capable and inspired in your sewing practice.

What You’ll Do

• Explore your sewing machine features beyond the basics
• Get personalised support with your current sewing project
• Build confidence to tackle more complex techniques

This Workshop Is Perfect For

• Just starting out on your sewing journey!
• Anyone with basic sewing machine experience
• Makers who enjoy learning in a friendly, supportive space

No experience is needed. If you can thread your machine or are motivated to learn, Melinda will guide you through each step.

What’s Included

• Expert tuition and personalised guidance
• Use of sewing tools and equipment
• Refreshments throughout the evening
• You can purchase materials needed for tonight’s workshop from Melinda, so bring your pennies!

You’ll leave with new skills, greater confidence, and practical techniques you can apply to any future sewing project.

What to Bring

• Reading glasses if needed
• Your current sewing project
• Your sewing machine … this means you will become more familiar with all it’s settings. We have machines if you don’t have one. (Just let us know on your booking form whether you need to borrow one.)
• A small, easy‑to‑eat snack if you’ll miss your evening meal … plates provided

Most importantly, bring your curiosity and enjoy the process.

Workshop Details

• Time: 6pm – 9pm
• Arrival: From 5:30pm for a warm welcome and a cuppa
• Group size: Limited to 8 people for a friendly, supportive atmosphere
• Cost: £30 + 71p card fee This includes all materials needed for the skills session and refreshments during the evening.