Workshops and Guest Tutors
We are frequently joined by great guest tutors – keep an eye on this page
Each month we welcome a different guest tutor to run a specialist textile, needlework or sewing based workshop.
From crochet to machine embroidery from lampshade making to headdress building we work really hard to bring you as wide a variety of creative and exciting workshops as we can.
Make your own Eco and plastic free alternatives
Saturday 9th March – SOLD OUT
Saturday 18th May – £30
Join us for an eco sewing workshop.
Learn how to make a range of reusable everyday items including:
Washable make up remover face pads
Beeswax wraps for the kitchen
Small fruit and vegetable bags and reusable shopping bags
Using up-cycled fabrics, sustainably sourced cotton and bamboo fabric.
Age ranges:
Adults workshop ( 1pm – 4pm ): All abilities
Make your own bunting workshop for Kids
Thursday 11th April 2019 – £17
Make your own bunting workshop
Come and make your own bunting during this one off workshop for kids during the Easter holidays.
Use a sewing machine and
Choose from a huge range of colours and patterns to design and make your own décor for your room or garden. Perfect for that summer camping trip.
Age ranges:
Kids workshop ( 10.30am – 12.30pm )
Make your own cushion workshop for Kids
Tuesday 16th April 2019 – £17
Make your own cushion workshop!
Come and get creative and make your own cushion during this one off workshop for kids during the Easter holidays.
Learn to use a sewing machine and be creative.
Make a beautiful cushion for your room, also makes a fantastic present.
Age ranges:
Kids workshop ( 10.30am – 12.30pm )
Fashion Revolution Week. Consumer Workshop.
Wed 24th April 2019 – £6
Learn & explore the impact of our wardrobes.
Sister Society + Sew Fabulous – Brighton’s only sewing social enterprise – have teamed up to host an evening workshop on Wednesday 24th April as part of Fashion Revolution Week in Brighton.
Age ranges:
Adults. Suitable for beginners and those with experience.
Up-cycling workshop with styled photoshoot for Fashion Revolution Week
Saturday 27th April 2019 – £20
Join three local female Fashion Revolutionaries for a one off Fashion Revolution week special.
With our help you’ll up-cycle a garment in our sewing studio and then take part in a styled photoshoot using extraordinary accessories from the amazing Gladrags.
Bring your pre loved garments and your imagination.
Age ranges:
Adults. Suitable for beginners and those with experience.
Trace a pattern from a favourite garment
Friday 3rd &10th May ( 2 Sessions) – £60
Trace a pattern from a favourite garment.
That favourite garment in your cupboard that fits you perfectly can make the perfect base for a new pattern. Spend two mornings learning how to trace off an item of clothing and turn it into a working pattern
Age ranges:
Adults. Suitable for beginners and those with experience.
Make a beautiful Roman blind workshop
Saturday 4th /11th May 2019 – £70
Course length: 3 hour workshops * 2 ( inc break )
Time: 1pm to 4pm with a break.
Price: £70 includes linings and some fixings
*More details re fixing requirements for installation will be provided.
Fantastical Headdress Workshop
Saturday 15th June 2019 – £30
Come and create your very own totally unique head piece with local artist Fumbalinas.
Perfect for parties, festivals, weddings and day to day gorgeousness.
During this workshop you will design and make a piece of wearable art.
Bring along any interesting items you would like to incorporate. Small toys, flowers and foliage, LED lights, sparkles and sequins, plastic fruit and veg, and interesting items.
Age ranges:
Adults and teens.