The Stitch Studio

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 

Stitch Clubs are small groups of up to 8 children (from age 8-19) and young people. The group is usually mixed ability and ages to encourage individual achievement and to support each other to create their own ideas. 

We meet in our purpose-built Stitch Studio in Pinner, North-West London – a cosy making cave full of inspiration.

Starting with simple hand sewing and basic fabric manipulation and then introducing and developing sewing machine and design techniques, children and young people are soon designing and creating their own items. Individual creativity and flexibility are as important as technique ensuring that confidence and skills develop while making fun and beautiful things.

The emphasis is on encouraging children and young people to have the confidence and skills to make items that they want. Getting an idea from your head to reality requires planning and adaptability: practical and creative skills. Creating in small groups encourages collaboration and support and taps into an important part of being human.

We supply everything – fabrics, haberdashery (ribbons, buttons and other bits and bobs), patterns, skill instructions and tuition. The only time you may need to make an additional purchase is if you require a specific fabric or notion when creating a particular project.

Stitch Club for Home Educated Children and Young people

Francesca Quaradeghini

My children loved this class, Sam was so patient with my youngest and they walked away chatting about their new skills ...plus the space is absolutely amazing. Highly recommend

A Weekly Stitch Club for Children and Young People to learn, explore and develop their skills and love of making and creating

Stitch Club

You will learn how to sew simple projects from scratch 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, add a zip 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 workshops you should feel 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 and zippy bag to inspire you.

Use of our materials, haberdashery and machines is included. If you want to bring your own sewing machine please bring your instruction book.

Getting Started with your Sewing Machine, Make a Tote Bag and Zip Purse

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

These sessions are totally flexible, we can discuss what you want to achieve and then work out together the best way to use your session to achieve your aim.

You may choose this time to work with your sewing machine or to try out one of the Studio’s Janomes or to develop your hand embroidery skills. 

One-to-one sessions make great presents – especially if you are also gifting a sewing machine. 

Private group workshops can also be arranged. Just get in touch with your ideas, dates and requirements and we’ll work out a plan.

Bespoke Sewing Session for beginners or more advanced 1-2-1 or 1-2-2

One-To-One or One-To-Two Sewing Session for beginners or more advanced

Adele Sproate

I recently booked a sewing class for my daughter to help her with her machine sewing , attending the class she found the experience knowledgeable,lovely place to learn and gave her confidence to start sewing, highly recommend the sewing classes with Sam and will attend again.

Sewing Session for beginners or more advanced

Tina Charalambous

I’ve had 2 sewing classes so far with Sam the 2 hours go too quickly,  enjoyed learning to make a skirt and learning how to read a pattern.  Would definitely recommend a one to one class.  Thank you

Maxine  Hall 

Brilliant! Lovely inspiring work area, lovely ladies, so helpful and gave me extra time as I was late arriving due to getting lost! I got lots of helpful tips and I’m looking forward to going again as part of a small group. 

Learn a new technique or get some guidance with developing an idea or just needing a tailor made session or time slot for some time out.

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

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

We have several options available, starting with a  3 hour creative session which could be making a simple applique felt cushion or hooped embroidery or embroidery/applique. 

Each party is tailored to suit the interests and skill levels of each of the participants. It is our aim that everyone goes home with something which they are proud to have created.

All materials and equipment is included. Sometimes there is something special required, but we can discuss that prior to confirming.

Contact us to discuss your requirements and we can tailor your ideal party. 

The parties do not include food, but we have a lovely outdoor covered space (with heating) which you may use after the stitch session. Bring your own celebratory food and drink. If you would like to book the extra time and space add this to your booking.

Stitch Parties and Celebrations

A fun, inclusive creative session for kids, young people or adults. Tailor it to your specific celebration for the perfect celebration!

For 2 people where one is under 16 years

Private Booking

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An Australian artist living in London, I began running Stitch workshops & clubs in 2008. I love nothing better than making and sharing this feeling with others.

Christina’s background as a Norwegian fashion designer brings a wonderful authentic aesthetic to her work; her enthusiasm for making and sharing is infectious.

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

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