Step into a day of creativity, fabric, buttons and community at our one-day sewing workshop on Sunday, 8 March, from 9:15 am to 4:30 pm, hosted at the delightful North Cornelly Public Hall.

This isn’t just a class — it’s an experience. You can choose to work on the gorgeous Lyra Dress pattern from Tilly and the Buttons, or bring along your own dress pattern to make and sew up. Not a dress person? That’s absolutely fine too — you’re welcome to make a blouse instead if you really don’t like dresses.

The workshop is ideal for building garment-making confidence. We’ll cover essential techniques such as facings, seam finishes, fitting adjustments, and closures like invisible zips or button plackets (depending on your chosen project). You’ll leave with a finished garment (or very close to one!), plus the skills and confidence to keep sewing at home.

Our aim is to make sewing fun, accessible and empowering. You’ll be in a friendly, relaxed space surrounded by fellow makers, laughter, chatter (and tea & biscuits!). Whether this is your first time sewing a garment or you’re looking to refresh and refine your skills, we’ll support you every stitch of the way.

What to expect

• A full-day schedule: arrive at 9:15 am for welcome and introductions, stitching begins soon after. We’ll take a lunch break and finish by approximately 4:30 pm.
• Guidance from experienced makers, with step-by-step help on pattern layout, cutting, construction, fitting and finishing — tailored to your chosen project.
• Flexible project choice:
  • Use the Lyra Dress pattern (all views welcome — we’ll help you choose what suits your style), or
  • Bring your own dress pattern, or
  • Make a blouse if that’s more your thing.
• A friendly, supportive atmosphere — no judgement, just making, learning and creativity.
• Bring your sewing machine, a basic sewing kit, and your fabric (plus lining/interfacing if required).
  • We’ll provide the Lyra Dress pattern if you don’t already have one, and plenty of advice for any pattern you choose to bring.

It’s your chance to spend a day immersed in sewing, make new friends, and come away proud of something you’ve created. Spaces are limited, so book early to secure your spot and enjoy a joyful day of garment making.

Terms & Conditions

Booking & payment

• A booking is confirmed only once full payment has been received.
• If you cancel more than 14 days prior to the workshop, we will refund (less any payment processing fees).
• If you cancel within 14 days of the workshop, no refund will be given, unless we can fill your place from a waiting list.
• The organiser reserves the right to cancel or reschedule the workshop (for example due to instructor illness or venue issues). In such a case you will receive either a full refund or transfer to a new date.

Venue & times

• The workshop will be held at North Cornelly Public Hall. Please arrive at 9:15 am so we can begin promptly.
• We aim to finish by 4:30 pm.
• If you arrive late you may miss important instructions and the workshop leader may not be able to catch you up fully; full refund will not be available for late arrival.

Materials & equipment

• You must bring your own sewing machine in good working order, plus a basic sewing kit (threads, scissors, pins, seam ripper, etc).
• If you do not bring required materials (fabric, lining, interfacing, etc), the instructor will assist where possible but cannot guarantee the project will be completed.
• The workshop fee does not normally include fabric or pattern costs unless specified; please check your booking details.

Workshop conduct

• We aim for a relaxed, friendly and respectful environment.
• The organiser reserves the right to ask any participant to leave if their behaviour is disruptive, unsafe or disrespectful; no refund will be given in such circumstances.

Liability

• You participate in the workshop at your own risk. While every reasonable care will be taken, the organiser cannot accept liability for personal injury, loss or damage to personal belongings.
• Please ensure your sewing machine is safe and properly maintained; use of machines and equipment is your responsibility.

Photography & sharing

• We may take photographs during the workshop for social media, promotional use or future marketing.
• If you do not wish to appear in any images, please notify the instructor or organiser at the start.
• By attending, you grant permission for images taken to be used in future promotional materials unless you opt out.

Intellectual property

• Any commercial patterns used remain the intellectual property of their respective designers/publishers and are for personal use only, not for commercial mass-production or resale.
• Any instructions, handouts or demonstrations given during the workshop are for personal educational use only and may not be reproduced for commercial gain.

Health & safety / accessibility

• Please let us know in advance if you have any mobility, accessibility or health needs so we can do our best to accommodate you.
• Use of sewing machines, irons, pressing stations and sharp tools requires attention to safety; please follow the instructor’s guidance.

Cancellation by organiser

• If the workshop is cancelled by the organiser (e.g. minimum numbers not met, venue issue, instructor illness), you will be offered either a full refund or transfer to another date.
• The organiser cannot be held responsible for other costs you may incur (travel, accommodation, etc).

Force majeure

• If circumstances beyond our control (e.g. extreme weather, public transport strike, major disruption) prevent the workshop from proceeding, we will notify you as soon as possible and offer a refund or transfer.

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