Always wanted to try sewing and don’t know where to start? This welcoming, beginner friendly workshop is the perfect first step. You’ll learn essential sewing skills while making your very own practical tote bag from scratch. We’ll cover how to safely use a sewing machine, thread and set it up, sew straight seams, follow simple instructions, and finish your project neatly.
Suitable for complete beginners or those that would like to refresh their skills, Ali will guide you through every step at a comfortable pace. All materials are provided, including the use of a sewing machines if required, sewing tools, pattern to take home, a curated selection of fabrics to choose from and a label to add personalisation, so you can simply arrive, relax and enjoy the creative process! You’ll leave with new skills, a handmade tote to be proud of, and the confidence to keep sewing.
Class sizes are 4 – 6 participants, depending on the class, to ensure you all have the support and guidance that you deserve!
Note: You are encouraged to bring your own machine if you have one. Please check your machine is in good working order and that you have spare needles and bobbins. There are 4 machines available to borrow, supplied by Ali, so please choose to book one if you need it when
you buy your ticket.
This is a whole day workshop so please bring along a packed lunch, tea and coffee are supplied
About your workshop leader:
Ali is a designer and multidisciplinary maker with a love of colour, pattern and print, who is happiest when she’s creating. She’s passionate about sharing her enthusiasm for sewing, dressmaking and textile design whether through inspiring conversations, relaxed and friendly workshops, or connecting with others over beautiful fabrics.
Ali has supported creatives in a wide range of settings, nurturing confidence and encouraging personal growth through hands-on making, curiosity and thoughtful guidance. She studied Textile Design at Loughborough College of Art and has worked across printed textile design, interior design, visual merchandising and education.
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Waiting List & Re-Selling Tickets
While we have a no refund and no exchange policy, the Box Office facilitates a Waiting List for events which are sold out, and a potential Re-Sale list of tickets that customers can no longer use. If an event is listed as sold out, please phone the Box Office to add your name and phone number to the Waiting List.
If you can no longer use your ticket(s), please phone the Box Office to discuss. We may be able to sell them to another customer if the event is sold out. These tickets will not be for purchase online, but will be offered to customers already on the Waiting List or who enquire after the show has sold out.
If some or all of your tickets are re-sold, they will be refunded to you minus the non-refundable £3 commission on each ticket.
We do not guarantee any sales via this process, and we will only attempt to re-sell tickets when all other seats have been sold and the event is listed as sold out.
Essential Companions
For patrons who require an Essential Companion to access our venue, we offer one complimentary ticket per patron with access needs. This is available when booking in person, on the telephone, or online. Before you book for the first time, please give the Box Office a call or email us to register for this.
Essential Companion tickets are intended for customers requiring additional support. This must be due to disability-related needs, significant and in excess of what could be reasonably expected of family or friends already accompanying you. Please note: Essential Companions must be able to provide adequate assistance in the event of an emergency or evacuation.
Babies-on-Lap & Under 16s
You are welcome to bring babies under 24 months free of charge, seated on your lap, one baby per lap. You do not need tickets for babies and you do not need to notify us. Anyone aged 2+ requires their own ticket. Young people under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a responsible person aged 18+.
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