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, and more recently achieved a Distinction upon completing a City and Guilds in Fashion, level 3. (see here)
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.

The classes I teach include:

Clone Your Closet 

Sew Your Own Kimono Style Jacket or Top

Stretch Yourself: Sewing a  Weekend Doris Dress or Sweater 

Pattern Making: Made To Measure Bodice and Sleeve

Fit and Flare Dress

Wiggle Dress





I now offer one to one sewing classes at my studio in Stockport. 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!!
I am also available for evening lessons, and ocassional weekend lessons.

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. jeanette@lazyseamstress.net