Sewing Courses

121 Sewing Machine Summer Classes for 11+

2-hour private sewing session, at your home, using your machine or ours if you don't have one. This is suitable for children aged 11 years and over. All material & equipment provided. I bring everything to you!

🏡 A parent or guardian must remain in the house during the lesson.

During the session, your child will learn:

How to safely use a sewing machine, wind a bobbin, thread the machine, sew a variety of stitches and as well as make a simple project, such as a small purse.

The lesson is relaxed, fun and designed for complete beginners.

While your child is busy learning a new skill, you can catch up on work, enjoy a cup of tea, or simply take a well-earned break!

Current slots available are:

27th July 10.30-12.30, 28th July 10.30-12.30, 3rd Aug 10.30-12.30, 6th Aug 10.30 -12.30, 24th Aug 10.30-12.30, 27th Aug 10.30-12.30

Session price £90

Please call Sam to discuss and book or complete the form on the contact page.

121 Sewing Sessions

I now offer 121 sewing sessions @ The Sewing Loft in Chesham.

£45 per hour

These sewing sessions are tailored to your needs and abilities. Call me to discuss what you would like to achieve during the sessions or complete the form on the contact page.

Group class - 4 hour Basic Machine Sewing Skills Course

This is a 4-hour course split over 2-weeks and takes place at The Pavilion, Penn Street, HP7 0PX on the following dates:

NEW DATES COMING

£75 Suitable for beginners. 4 hour course

In this 2-Week Basic Sewing Course I will be demonstrating and teaching a number of simple sewing techniques that will be super useful for all of your future projects. The course will cover (but not necessarily in this order!):

  • Threading your sewing machine

  • Winding bobbins

  • Sewing machine feet and their uses

  • Using different machine stitches

  • Button holes

  • Seams & Hems

  • Basic equipment and tools

This 2-week course sells out quickly so please book to avoid disappointment! To book please visit:

2-Week Basic Sewing Skills Course

Group Class - Sew Your Own Summer Trousers

NEW DATES COMING. This course will take place at The Pavilion in Penn Street, HP7 0PX

£85 per person Suitable for beginners

In this one-day workshop you will learn how to make a pair of pyjama bottoms.

I will gently guide you through everything from adjusting and then cutting out the pattern right through to the final touches to make your piece really yours.

For more details and to book on please visit:

Sew Your Own Summer Trousers

Group Class - Basic Sewing Skills - Make a Zipped Bag

NEW DATES COMING SOON @The Pavilion in Penn Street, HP7 0PX

£45 per person 2 hour course 

In this evening workshop we will learning all about zips by making a really cute small zipped bag. I will guide you through every part of the process, from cutting out the pattern and choosing your fabric right through to adding the zip.  All you have to do is decide whether your bag is a make-up bag, pencil case or small clutch bag! 

For more details and to book on please visit:

Basic Sewing Skills - Make a Zipped Bag