This is the perfect workshop for anyone wanting to build confidence using a sewing machine or to brush up on some basic sewing skills.
Join us to learn how to create fabulous cushions to personalise your home. You will make a two tone cushion using complementary fabrics and accessorise it with an optional ribbon trim. Complete the look with buttons on the back. It is simpler than you think and once you have made one you will not be able to stop there!
The techniques that you will learn in this workshop are:
- How to cut out your fabric according to the pattern instructions;
- How to sew basic seams;
- How to edge finish you seams to prevent fraying:
- How to add a trim to your project;
- How to sew buttonholes; and
- How to sew on buttons.
Skill Level:
Beginner – suitable for anyone who has attended our Know Your Machine workshop or who is new to sewing. You will need to know how to wind your bobbin and thread your machine, as well as some basic knowledge of how to change stitches and deal with basic problems.
What is included:
Use of our tools and equipment;
Expert instruction;
Maximum of class size of 6 people;
Your own desk with a storage cupboard underneath;
Tea/coffee and biscuits (sewing essentials!);
10% discount on further workshop bookings made whilst attending the workshop;
Free parking (Burghley Street carpark is the nearest).
Materials required – these are all available to purchase in our studio at the event or make an appointment to pop in beforehand. You could also purchase one of our kits with six different fabric options to choose from.
Fabric A – 50cm x 112cm/44″ wide cotton fabric
Fabric B – 50cm x 112cm/44″ wide cotton fabric
Ribbon trim (optional) – 50cm
Buttons – 3 at least 25mm/1″ in diameter
Cushion pad – 16″ / 40cm square
Thread – one reel of good quality thread (we recommend Gutermann Sew-All thread). You may want a second thread the same colour as your ribbon trim if you don’t want the stitching to show.
Sewing machine (with pedal!! – this frequently gets forgotten). If you need to use one of ours please let us know and we will have one set up ready for you – you will need to bring your own bobbin.
Booking information:
Please note that payments for workshops are non-refundable and non-transferrable so please make sure you check dates before booking.
Within 3 working days of booking the workshop we will e-mail you with the list of materials required. If you have any queries please do not hesitate to pop into the shop, email us at [email protected] or ring us on 01778-420464.
Tutor:
Leanne de Lima Araujo – Leanne is the owner of Gather ‘N’ Sew and has been teaching popular sewing workshops for 10 years. She loves to share her passion for sewing and believes that everyone can sew. Her sewing adventures began over 40 years ago when she was allowed to turn the handle on her Mum’s Singer sewing machine and since then when she is not at work, she is busy making garments, quilts, soft furnishings, bags and gifts. Most of the bags, quilts and other items taught in our workshops have been designed by Leanne. Find out more.
Booking information:
How to book:
All workshops must be paid for in full at the time of booking.
Bookings may be made online, over the phone or in the shop and can be made up to 24 hours before the start of the workshop provided there are spaces available.
Due to the limited availability of places and the costs incurred in running a workshop, payments are non-refundable and non-transferrable unless someone can be found to take your place. So, please check your diary carefully before making a booking.
By booking a workshop you agree to all of our terms and conditions.
Cancellations:
In the unfortunate event that you need to cancel a booking, please contact us as soon as possible. Sometimes we have a waiting list and may be able to find someone to replace you.
In the unlikely event that we will need to cancel a workshop due to not having enough attendees to make the workshop viable, staff illness or exceptional circumstances, we will give you at least 24 hours notice via e-mail and offer you a transfer, full refund, or voucher.
If you are running late for a workshop, please ring us to let us know. Unfortunately, if you are more than half an hour late, you will be unable to attend as there won’t be enough time to catch up and it will be disruptive to the other attendees.
Attending the workshop:
Within one week of booking, we will send you a confirmation e-mail. If you don’t receive one, please check your spam/junk folder.
The e-mail will include a full list of materials required, all of which are available to purchase in the shop or from our website. Please contact us ASAP with any queries.
All materials required must be purchased prior to attending the workshop.
For all workshops (apart from Know Your Machine) you will need to know how to use a sewing machine.
To save time we highly recommend that you wind your bobbin and thread your machine at home.
Please arrive a little before the start of the workshop so you can get set up and there is no delay or disruption to other workshop attendees. Admittance to the classroom will be permitted 15 minutes before the start of the class.
During each workshop you will make the item we have designed and to the dimensions we have specified.
Details of nearby parking facilities are listed on our Visit Us page.
