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If the idea of making your own clothes is your thing, we are here to help you!

Clothes Making

Time: 10-4pm (12 hours) over 2 days (if it starts on a Friday it continues the following Friday) or we do 6-9m (12 hours) over 4 evenings if it starts on a Tuesday it will run for the next 4 Tuesdays)

Location: Create and Sew Studio, Chorley town centre

Price: £180

Tutor: Hannah

Class Size: 5

Have you been watching The Great British Sewing Bee and desperate to have a go at making your own clothes? 

YES? 

Well this course is perfect for you. 

You may have made clothes but aren’t sure how to get the correct fit or maybe you want to have a go at making your first item of clothing. 

You must be able to use a sewing machine, all our sewing machines and equipment will be available for you to use. 

You choose the pattern you want to have a go at and your fabric and we will help you to:

Understand the jargon and terminology used

Understand all the different symbols and placement of the pattern pieces

Understand different fabrics

The importance of a toile

Fitting a toile and adjusting your pattern

Construction of your pattern

Finishing techniques

The pattern is not included in the class.

You can buy patterns online or from us we have plenty of patterns we can recommend and more details will follow in your booking confirmation email.

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Mon 16th & 23rd Sept, 6-9pm SOLD OUT

Beginners Learn to Sew Part 2 -

Sun 29th Sept, 10-4.30pm

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Mon 30th Sept 10-11am

Beginners Learn to Sew Part 2-

Mon 7th & 14th Oct, 6-9pm

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Sun 3rd Nov, 11-5.30pm

Beginners Learn to Sew Part 2 -

Sun 17th Nov, 11-5.30pm

Youth/Parent Sessions

Teen Monthly Sewing Club

Thu 19th Sept, 6-8pm

Parent and Child Learn to Sew

Sun 22nd Sept, 10-12.30pm

Junior Sewing Club

Fri 4th Oct 4.30-6.30pm

Adult Sewing Clubs

Crochet Club

Wed 25th Sept, 7-9pm

Sewing Club Daytime

Tue 8th Oct, 10-12pm

Sewing Club Evening

Fri 11th Oct, 7-9pm

Crochet Club

Wed 30th Oct, 7-9pm


Sewing Club Evening

Fri 8th Nov, 7-9pm

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Tue 12th Nov, 10-12pm

Creative Making Sessions


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Wed 18th Sept, 6.30-9pm

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Sun 22nd Sept, 2-5.30pm

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Sun 13th Oct 1.30-5pm

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Tue 22nd Oct, 6.30-9pm

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Arm Knitting Workshop - Chunky Blanket Thu 26th Sept, 7-9pm

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Tue 15th Oct, 6-9pm

Arm Knitting Workshop - Chunky Blanket

Mon 28th Oct, 7-9pm

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Tue 24th Sept, 6-9pm

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Mon 11th, 18th, 25th Nov 6-9pm

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Clothes Making (2wks) SOLD OUT

Fri 20th & 27th Sept, 10-4pm

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Tue 29th Oct, 6-9pm

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Sun 20th & 27th Oct 10-4pm

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Mon 21st Oct, 6.30-8.30pm

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Wed 13th Nov, 10-2pm

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Wed 20th Nov, 6-9pm

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Sat 30th Nov, 2-4pm

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Half Day

£45

Create and Sew Studio is pleased to offer our versatile space for half-day bookings, perfect for hosting a variety of events. Whether you're planning a private sewing party, a creative workshop, a team-building activity, or a community gathering, our studio provides a welcoming and well-equipped environment to bring your ideas to life. With ample space, all the necessary sewing tools, and a supportive atmosphere, Create and Sew Studio is the ideal venue to inspire creativity and foster connections. Contact us to discuss your event needs and let us help you create a memorable experience for your guests.

Full Day

£85


Looking for a venue to host an all-day event? Create and Sew Studio is the perfect choice for full-day bookings. Our spacious and well-equipped studio is designed to accommodate extended workshops, comprehensive training sessions, and day-long creative retreats. With a supportive atmosphere and all the necessary amenities, your guests will enjoy a productive and inspiring day. Contact us to explore how we can assist in making your full-day event a success, providing a seamless and enriching experience from start to finish.

Meet The Team

Dawn

Owner of Create and Sew Studio

Dawn Elliott, the founder of Create and Sew Studio, has always had a passion for creativity. Born in Fife, Scotland, Dawn moved to England with her family at the age of 15. After completing her studies in college and university, she settled in the North West of England with her husband and two children. Dawn's journey into sewing began with her mother and grandmother, who taught her to knit and inspired her love for handmade crafts.

Heather

Studio Assistant

Works part time whilst studying at uni. She helps with all sorts of tasks at the studio from
social media, planning and anything Dawn needs help with.

Ruth

Tutor

Our very talented quilter. Loves quilting and the more creative side of free-motion machine embroidery.

Previously a cake shop owner Ruth loves helping others and teaches quilting and a few other classes.

Hannah

Tutor

Our very talented dressmaking tutor. Day to day, she works at a studio making curtains and blinds, however she is an incredible seamstress too.

Julie

Tutor

Julie is our crochet and macramé tutor, they are her favourite craft, she loves creating and learning new projects and finds them both very relaxing. She crochets a lot in her spare time and you can often find her stalls at craft fairs!

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