Wow, this weekend was a busy one! Saturday I was teaching the new "Clone Your Closet" class at Ministry of Craft ,
A busy fun day was had by all, and everyone went home with a clone of one special garment, we had trousers, dresses, vintage coats..



Cloning a much loved item in your wardrobe is so satisfying. The lovely lady in the photos above copied beautifully a fit and flare dress...and btw how fabulous is her Weekend Doris dress?

Not content with one busy weekend class on Sunday I taught another, this time Bodice fitting. I think everyone attending learned something new about fitting, whether it was as simple as shortening or lengthening the bodice or a full bust or small bust adjustment.


Fancy a go at either of these classes or any of the other classes available at Ministry of Craft, then click here . There are classes running all year round suitable for every level and to suit your personal crafty tastes.
I'll certainly look forward to seeing you there.

I rarely, well actually never do custom orders, I just don't have the time , but knowing how much some people want to own a Weekend Doris Dress or Sweater I have decided to release a limited number of custom slots in my Etsy Store .
There are five choices of stretch fabrics available including vintage fabrics like this one:


You will receive a dress or sweater made to your own measurements, and you can choose the length of the sleeve, to have pockets or not, decorative exposed zip etc.
Shipping in the UK as usual is free.
Plus if you use code Birthday6 you get £2.50 off your complete order.


Still want to make your own Doris? Then the code Birthday6 works on everything in store including instant digital downloads and paper patterns. (while stocks last).
And finally, if you want me to teach you to make a Weekend Doris then there are still a few places available at my forthcoming class at Ministry of Craft in Manchester. Stretch Yourself.
There's more.....from September I'm also offering one to one sewing classes from my home in Stockport. Take a look at the Learn To Sew button at the top of this page for more information.

                                                                             

There are so many ways to learn to sew, I was taught at school and have an old fashioned O level and A level in Needlework and Dress. Many people are self taught these days, blogs and You Tube can be fabulous for picking up tricks and tips. There are websites like Craftsy too, who offer free classes and paid for classes all online. Sometimes though what you really need is a face to face experience, there are several businesses around the UK who run regular workshops and classes, and more springing up all the time as demand grows.





I teach classes at Ministry of Craft in Manchester, a lively, friendly venue with loads of different classes on offer, from beginners right through to the more experienced.


You'll also catch me hosting the crafting hen parties!




From September 2015 I will also begin offering one to one sewing lessons from my home in Stockport, Greater Manchester. Whatever level you are at, complete beginner, advanced beginner, or wanting to develop your skills, together we can come up with a plan perfect for you.

Lessons will run Mondays-Fridays 10-2.30 depending on availability. This includes a half hour lunch break, I'll obviously provide plenty of tea and biscuits!!

Cost will be £45 per day, blocks of 10 lessons booked and payed for in advance will be £400

Anyone interested please email me and we can discuss dates and your personal tutoring plan.