Three days of sewing, relaxing and socialising at a Beautiful Hotel in Brighton

I will be creating a lovely sewing space in the Meeting Room at the Hotel which is light and airy with plenty of room for you to make a project of your choice.

I will be on hand to help with lots of tips and techniques; there will also be demonstrations and talks from myself and a guest speaker.

Refreshments and a buffet lunch will be provided each day with afternoon tea on Friday before you head home.

You can choose to stay at the Hotel and enjoy breakfast (there will be a discount on room rates)

What You Need To Bring: Sewing project including pattern, fabric & notions, a machine with leads and accessories, extra light (optional).  Sewing Box.

What I Will Provide:  Gift Box, Overlockers, Irons & ironing Boards, pressing tools, haberdashery shop

The Maker's Atelier Sewing Retreat will start with a One-Day Masterclass in different fabric constructions Seasonal trends and which fabrics to choose, covering classic knit and woven constructions as well as leathers and modern technical fabrics.

You will have swatches to work on and will choose a Maker’s Atelier pattern to make, and there will be one-to-one discussions with Frances Tobin and Claire Tyler, sewing expert and teacher, to help you decide on fabric choice.

At the end of the day, there will be a chance to go on a fabric shopping trip, then over the next two days, you will sew your pattern, learning techniques and tricks for working with fabrics to achieve professional finishes.

Our aim is to give you the skills and confidence to make informed fabric choices, enabling you to produce more beautiful garments in your future sewing projects.

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Reviews From Last Years Sewing Retreat

'A hugely enjoyable and inspirational three days spent immersed in fabrics and stitching!'  

'The Retreat has re-energised my love of sewing, of fabrics and of producing garments that are a pleasure both to make and wear.' 

'Thank you so much, I have learnt so many valuable skills and techniques' 

'Sincere and heartfelt thanks to you for such a fabulous and inspiring event!'

The cost of The Maker's Atelier Sewing Retreat is £545 - There is an early bird discount - if you book before the 1st September you can book for the lower price of £495

If you would like to reserve a place on this Retreat with a £100 deposit please click here

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