Learn how to use a sewing machine and apply these skills as you plan and sew a simple patched cushion cover or tote bag using your sewing machine or one of ours.

An introduction to your machine – how it works, how to thread it, select stitches, sew a seam and basic trouble-shooting.

An introduction to using fabric – how to design and plan a project and selecting and working with fabric and threads.

By the end of the workshop you will be sufficiently confident to go home and get started on your own machine and/or join our dressmaking workshop – AND you will have a cushion or tote bag to inspire you.

Use of our materials, haberdashery, a cushion insert and machines is included.

If you want to bring your own sewing machine please bring your instruction book and remember to pack the foot pedal.

Get Started with your Sewing Machine – Make a Simple Patched Cushion Cover

Emma Vick

Learnt how to use my sewing machine at last, made (and finished) a lovely patchwork bag and had a very enjoyable day.  Many thanks Sam. Looking forward to another class with the Stitch Club.

Get Started with your Sewing Machine – Make a Simple Patched Cushion or Tote Bag

Helen Beavis

Thank you Sam for a really lovely day.  You were so informative, patient and helpful as well as being a great teacher.  I love my cushion cover that I made and really look forward to learning new skills in the future.

Safina Choudhury

The tutor, the lesson was excellent. We went at a good pace, the explanation was very easy to follow, and the day was well structured. I learnt so much. In just a short period I feel I have the confidence and skills to invest in my own sewing machine. Many thanks for an enjoyable day, and I'm now the proud owner of this tote bag, which I made myself.

Kulvinder Kaur

The beginners class I attended was absolutely fantastic. I became friends with my sewing machine. Sam is a kind warm and helpful person and I was comfortable throughout my time there .. though I made quite a few mistakes. I would highly recommend Sam’s class and I’m looking forward to attending more classes with her. 

Despo Speel

I was very happy to learn how to use a sewing machine and make my own cushio

Vasanthi Chara

Thoroughly enjoyed taking part in this workshop. Learnt a lot about the sewing machine, fabrics and threads. Sam is friendly and an excellent demonstrator who encouraged us and made us to take part in the workshop. I am more confident with my sewing machine now and look forward to attending dress making classes with the Pinner stitch club

Susan Kaye

Sam’s a great teacher - very accommodating and knowledgeable. Had a lovely day spent sewing and chatting to the other clients. Very relaxing environment. Would highly recommend! 

Jay  Makwana 

Has a great class with Sam in June making my first ever cushion cover. It was a lovely small class of 4 students. I used Sam’s sewing machine but she provided material, threads etc. Sam is a great teacher & guided us superbly step by step to make sure we learnt about machines, stitches, cutting/putting material together, zips, types of thread, colours, fabrics etc. I thoroughly enjoyed it, learnt a lot & will be signing up for the pyjama class soon as well as purchasing my own sewing machine. Totally recommend The Stitch Club for beginners & beyond beginners! Thanks Sam :-) 

For absolute beginners and those who want to brush up rusty skills. Apply your skills as you familiarise yourself with the sewing machine.

Learn simple stitches and how to use them to make something unique to you. This relaxing session is for beginners or those who want to free up their technique.

We will explore a selection of stitches including: running stitch, stem stitch, French and bullion knots and seeding stitch. If there is a particular line or fill that you need we will look at the different stitches. 
You can use these to create an image which can then be left in a frame or made into a small lavender shape.

There will be an opportunity to look at different fabrics and fibres you can use, with an emphasis on re-using and adapting scraps and other bits and bobs. 

You can work on your own design, an idea you have been mulling over or you can work from one of our images. You will learn how to plan and transfer your design onto your base fabric.

This workshop is part of Sam’s Harrow Open Studio. Her artwork will be around for you to use as inspiration and ideas. It will take place in the Stitch Club Studio in Central Pinner. This Aladdin’s cave is full of inspirational textile bits and bobs. It has been adapted to our new way of being with a lovely outdoor working space where you can relax and forget about the world outside.

You will leave with new ideas and the confidence to create your next embroidery independently.

What will be provided?
We have all the tools and fabrics you should need.
What should you bring ? 
Just yourself will do. If you have some ideas or an image or more that you find inspiring, bring them too. If there is a fabric or fibre that you want to work with or know more about bring that too. 

Hand Embroidery : A relaxing afternoon of making

Learn simple stitches and how to use them to make something unique to you. This relaxing session is for beginners or those who want to free up their technique

Hand Embroidery : A relaxing creative session

An introduction to using your machine to 'draw'. We will work with a 'normal' machine foot and a darning foot (free machining foot). This relaxing session is for beginners or those who want to free up their technique.
You will work with a mix of fabrics (including soluble) and textures to create a flower bowl using your machine to draw the elements together. 
Learn simple stitches and textile techniques to make something unique to you. We may also combine some hand stitches to enhance your design.
All materials and threads will be provided. There will be an opportunity to look at different fabrics and fibres you can use, with an emphasis on re-using and adapting scraps and other bits and bobs. 
Bring your machine (with manual and a darning foot if you have one) or use one of ours.
Kirstie Allsopp called machine embroidery “the crack-cocaine of crafts”. This workshop will give you a taste of what she means – you might get hooked too (I am!).
*You should already be able to thread and use a machine before the workshop. If you need a refresher we may be able to book in a 121 before hand. Let me know.
This workshop is part of Sam’s Harrow Open Studio. Her artwork will be around for you to use as inspiration and ideas. It will take place in the Stitch Club Studio in Central Pinner. This Aladdin’s cave is full of inspirational textile bits and bobs. It has been adapted to our new way of being with a lovely outdoor working space where you can relax and forget about the world outside.
You will leave with new ideas and the confidence to create your next embroidery independently.
What will be provided?
We have all the tools and fabrics you should need.
What should you bring ? 
Just yourself will do. If you have some ideas or an image or more that you find inspiring, bring them too. If there is a fabric or fibre that you want to work with or know more about bring that too. 
If you want to use your own machine, please bring your manual and make sure you have a ‘darning’ or ‘free machining’ foot for it. If you want clarification on this please email me.

Free-Machine Embroidery : A relaxing afternoon of making

A fun introduction to using your ordinary sewing machine to ‘draw’ designed for beginners or those who want a refresher. Get to grips with using your sewing mac

Free-Machine Embroidery: A creative introduction to drawing with your machine

This is a workshop for parent/carers and a child aged 16 or under, booked as a pair.

It will be an introduction to the sewing machine – how it works, how to thread it, select stitches, sew a seam and basic trouble-shooting. We will talk about different fabrics and how to chose the right fabric for the tote bag and measure and cut it accurately.

By the end of the workshop you will be sufficiently confident to go home and get started on your own machine and/or join our dressmaking workshop – AND you will have a lovely tote bag to inspire you.

Use of our materials, haberdashery and machines is included. If you wish you can bring your own. It is fun to bring an old shirt or other garment and use that to make the bag.

You can work on your sewing machine or one of ours. If you want to bring your own sewing machine please bring your instruction book.

Beginners Sewing Machine For Parent and Child – Make a Tote Bag

Kunjal Shah

What a fab afternoon! Sam was so patient and shared so many tips and tricks.
We will definitely be back!

Shireen  Taylor 

Really enjoyable class for mums and kids to get creative , love my tote bag!  Thank you Sam for your knowledge and patience, will definitely book again. 

A relaxed session for parents and kids to have fun and learn together. You will learn how to use a sewing machine and sew a reversible tote bag 

Beginners Sewing Machine For Parent and Child – Make a Tote Bag  (booked for 2)

Join us in our inspiring, warm and bright Stitch Studio and create a unique pair of comfy PJ trousers for yourself or to gift. 

You will learn how to use a dress-making pattern: to understand the markings, work out your size, lay out and cut the pieces and how understand the construction instructions. At the end of the session you will have a lovely pair of PJ bottoms to take home.

This session is designed for those with basic knowledge of how to use a sewing machine. Sessions are always tailored to the attendees to ensure that you get the most from it and have fun.

The workshop includes use of our equipment and haberdashery. We will supply a pattern. Please bring your own fabric. When you book we will message you information about what to get and where to get it.

At the end of the session you will have a unique pair of PJ pants to take home as well as the confidence to use a commercial sewing pattern to create your own garments. 

Sew your own Pyjama Trousers

An excellent course, learnt a lot and made my first pyjama trousers!

Join us in our inspiring, warm and bright Stitch Studio and create a unique pair of comfy PJ trousers for yourself or to gift. 

You will learn how to use a ...

Question 1

What size PJs would you like to make ? For yourself or someone else (e.g. a child).  What size do you (or the person you are making for) normally wear. 

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