Make an envelope cushion
Learn how to make a simple envelope cushion for your home or to give as a gift.
Easy to make!
The envelope cushion doesn't need a zip or buttons to close it.
It uses a simple envelope fold design, making it the perfect first project to launch your sewing journey!
Use your choice of fabric.
Choose your fabric colours/designs to complement the colour scheme in your home or choose your favourite colours to make a style statement!
The envelope cushion can be made using one colour/design, or you can use two, one for the front and one for the back.
It's up to you!
Cost
You will work at your own individual pace on this project, so there is no defined time in which it will be completed.
The cost will be £25 per hour, bookable in one or two hour sessions per day.
Materials needed
One cushion pad 42cm x 42cm - this is included in the cost of the lesson.
Fabric to fit the pad - *For a 1 colour cushion you will need 1 metre of woven (non-stretch) fabric. *For a 2 colour cushion you will need 1/2 metre of fabric of each colour/design.
Please note - fabric cost is not included in the lesson price. You will need to bring this with you.
What will the lesson involve?
We will start by measuring and cutting the fabric to fit the cushion pad.
Next, we will construct and sew the cushion cover on the sewing machine, using the simple envelope method.
Then, you will be able to fit the pad into your cushion cover and take it home!
Make a pair of dungarees
Learn how to transform a duvet cover into a pair of dungarees.
An adaptable pattern
This pattern can be adapted to make it an easier or a more challenging make.
Will you choose to add one larger bib pocket?
Maybe you will also choose to add on two additional front pockets and/or two back pockets.
You could make tie loops to fasten your dungarees or you could challenge yourself to add buttons and buttonholes instead!
Use your choice of fabric
This pattern can be used to recycle an old duvet cover, or you can buy a new one that has caught your eye.
Please consider the type of fabric that the duvet cover is made from.
Brushed cotton will make for a softer, cosier garment.
Cost
You will work at your own individual pace on this project and because it is adjustable dependent on your own preferences, there is no defined time in which it will be completed.
The cost will be £25 per hour, bookable in one or two hour sessions per day.
Materials needed
One single/double/king duvet cover, dependent on the size you are making (you will need to bring this with you)
Note - you will need to choose the pattern on your duvet cover wisely. Some regular patterns, eg, checks (as in the photo) will look best if they are pattern matched which will make your project much more complicated, so this is best avoided for your first make.
Plain colours or irregular patterns make for the easiest projects!
*alternatively, you can choose to make this with your choice of fabric. The amount needed will depend on the size you are making. Please get in touch to find out more.
What will the lesson involve?
We will start by measuring you in order to determine which size you will need to make.
Then, we will trace and cut out your paper pattern pieces, tailored to your size.
These will then be transferred to the fabric in order to cut out the fabric pattern pieces.
Now, it is time to begin sewing!
Make a pair of drawstring pyjama trousers
Learn how to make a simple, adjustable pair of pyjama trousers from a single sheet.
An easy and versatile pattern!
Because the pyjama trousers fasten using a drawstring, they are fully adjustable.
No complicated buttons or zips are required, making these drawstring pyjama pants a simpler first project!
Use your choice of fabric
This pattern can be used to recycle an old duvet cover, or you can buy a new one that has caught your eye.
Please consider the type of fabric that the duvet cover is made from.
Brushed cotton will make for a softer, cosier garment.
Cost
You will work at your own individual pace on this project, so there is no defined time in which it will be completed.
The cost will be £25 per hour, bookable in one or two hour sessions per day.
Materials needed
One single cotton/brushed cotton sheet (you will need to bring this with you)
*alternatively, you can choose to make this with your choice of fabric. The amount needed will depend on the size you are making. Please get in touch to find out more.
Cotton tape to make the drawstring (provided)
What will the lesson involve?
First, we will measure you in order to determine what size pyjama trousers you will need to make.
Then, we will trace and cut out the paper pattern pieces, tailored to your size.
These will then be transferred to the fabric in order to cut out the fabric pattern pieces.
Now, it is time to begin sewing!
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