About this subject
Get to grips with sewing machine basics. Learn how to make and fit your own garments. Take your artistry further with embroidery and patchwork classes. Gain practical skills to make curtains and cushions to compliment your home.
Our courses run over a period of weeks in Autumn, Spring and Summer. Enrolments open eight to ten weeks prior to the term starting. We also offer more specific one-day workshops throughout the year.
Enrolments open every term in March, July and November. If courses have already started you may still be able to join so please contact us.
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Course levels
- Stage 1 This stage is for learners who are new to their chosen subject are. With the focus on introducing individuals to basic materials, tools, and techniques, and to inspire confidence in creative expression.
- Stage 2: Suitable for learners who have completed Stage 1 and would like to gain more experience and refine their skills within their chosen subject area. The focus will be on developing more control and proficiency in practice and learning and completing more complex projects.
- Stage 3: Suitable for learners on completion of Stage 2, who would like to progress and gain a solid understanding of their subject. The focus will be on mastering more intricate techniques and creating more complex finished projects.
- Stage 4: This stage is for experienced learners looking to perfect their craft and develop a unique style. The focus is on mastering advanced techniques, creating polished and finished projects, and exploring personal expression.
Embroidery and needlework
Explore hand embroidery and design and create your own stunning pieces. Focus on quality stitching. Learn all the techniques you need to create beautiful works of embroidery. Develop your confidence, and start to design your own stunning embroidery works.
Needlework and embroidery courses
Quilting
Discover quilting. It is a delightful technique of stitching through three layers of fabric. Learn how to create texture and sew enchanting quilting patterns and edge finishes. Develop skills and enhance your patchwork quilts and other projects.
Sewing
Explore how to use your sewing machine. Make gorgeous garments from scratch and discover how to bring style and comfort to your home. Discover patchwork, quilting and appliqué, and create beautiful practical pieces to treasure.
Saturday and one day workshops
We offer a variety of workshops throughout the year enabling you to try your hand at a new topic or brush up on your skills with specific workshops such as visible mending techniques, experimental embroidery and Sashiko and Boro Japanese embroidery.
Saturday and one day workshops
Discounts and support with fees
We have many discounts and fee support options. These include money off your first course if you are a library member, Surrey Heritage user, or over 66.
We include a small charge in the fees. It covers the cost of materials used by tutors for demonstrations. The fee does not include the cost of materials and equipment used by learners, unless stated otherwise. If you have any questions, please ask when enrolling. We advise you not to buy extra materials for a course until your enrolment is confirmed.