Can you ever have too many cushions?!
Our cushion workshop will teach you how to make a simple cushion with piping detail and a zip closure.
So bring along your sewing machine and let us help you make your first piped cushion.
You will:
Sew a cushion cover measuring 16″ (40cm) square;
Use bias binding and piping cord to make your own piping;
Attach piping to your cushion cover;
Insert a standard zip into the base of your cushion cover.
Skill Level:
Level 3 – Confident beginner:
Suitable for anyone that can sew basic items such as simple cushion covers and tote bags.
You must be able to cut out your fabric without assistance.
What is included:
Detailed notes for future reference;
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).
You will need to bring:
50cm fabric cut into 2 squares measuring 43cm (17″) x 43cm (17″)
20″ (51cm) dress zip
2m x size 2 (5mm) piping cord
2m x 25mm (1″) bias binding
Thread (we recommend Gutermann Sew-All thread);
Standard zipper foot for your sewing machine
Your sewing machine (including the pedal!!). All machines must be in good working order and should we deem a sewing machine unsafe, you will not be allowed to use it. However, please let us know in advance if you need to use one of ours at a cost of £5 per workshop;
(All materials are available to purchase in our shop)
Tutor:
Leanne de Lima Araujo – Leanne is the owner of Gather ‘N’ Sew. Her family and friends will tell you that when she is not at work, she is on her sewing machine making garments, quilts, soft furnishings, bags and gifts. Leanne has been teaching for almost 10 years and has also designed most of the bags, quilts and other items taught in our workshops. 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 this workshop we ask that all cutting out is done at home so that we can maximise sewing time during the workshop. All cutting out instructions will be sent to you with your confirmation e-mail. Cutting out often takes longer than you think, so we suggest that you allow plenty of time. If you have any queries, please contact us.
For all workshops (apart from Know Your Machine) you will need to know how to use a sewing machine without assistance.
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.
Details of nearby parking facilities are listed on our Visit Us page.
