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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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Learn to Use an Overlocker

Time: 6-9pm 

Location: Create and Sew Studio, Chorley town centre

Price: £60

Tutor: Hannah

Class Size: Limited to 5 people

Are you ready to discover the world of overlockers?  Our friendly and experienced tutor Hannah will guide you every step of the way in a supportive and fun environment.

We have Janome overlockers for you to use or if you have an overlocker you would prefer to get familiar with please bring it along. Our small class size ensures you get plenty of individual attention, making this a great opportunity to gain confidence using the overlocker.  We will be showing you how to thread it and sew with it. We will end the class by making a start on a simple top for you to get to grips with sewing shoulder and side seams, fitting a neckband and putting in sleeves.

Spaces are limited, so don't miss out, grab your space today!

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Bow Clutch Bag Making

Coming Soon!

Time: 3 hours

Location: Create and Sew Studio, Chorley town centre

Price: £65

Tutor: Dawn

Class Size: 6

Join us for a fun few hours at the studio making a fabulous clutch bag perfect for the festive season and beyond.

This clever little clutch has a bow on the front that you slip your hand through to carry! It has an internal pocket and it is a fabulous size for a night on the town or to the theatre.

You must be familiar with a sewing machine and have a few projects under your belt to come to this class. The fabric and hardware is included in the class price, there will be a choice of bag fabric kits on the day - leopard print, denim, velvet and faux leather.

More details will be in your confirmation email once you have made your booking.

As always there will be refreshments and biscuits provided.

Please keep an eye on your junk folder for your email confirmation.

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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.

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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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