Join designer maker Lauren Holloway on this day workshop to learn how to sew a Christmas stocking.

In this workshop Lauren will teach you how to sew your own fabric Christmas wreath in a friendly and supportive environment. The perfect beginner-friendly workshop to get into the festive spirit and let your creative energy flow.

During this afternoon workshop, you will learn how to and practise using a domestic sewing machine. You will then choose from a selection of festive fabric to create your personalised Christmas stocking. You will learn how to applique a festive motif and how to construct the stocking including a fold over cuff.

You will leave this workshop with a unique, hand finished stocking to hang up at home and last for seasons to come.

Embrace the rain clouds this Autumn and make these fun hanging raindrop clouds from remnant fabrics, buttons, beads and pom poms. You will learn to make a 3D cloud form, from remnant fabric or perhaps you have your own fun fabrics that you want to recycle. You will use a cloud shaped pattern, learn how to sew it together, fill it with recycled wadding and then make and attach your raindrops. These mobile clouds look really affective when hung

Tutor: Lucy Barraclough
Date & Time: Saturday 22nd November, 10am - 4pm
Venue: Scissors Studio, New Brewery Arts
Price: £45 (£0.00 VAT)

Please note that this workshop is for those aged 11 - 17 years.

You are welcome to bring a lidded bottle of water with you but we kindly ask that you do not bring food into the studio.

Refreshments are available at our on-site café Blend until 4pm.

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Who is this workshop for?
This workshop is suitable for all abilities.

What you will need:
All materials and sewing machines are included.

You are welcome to bring your own sewing machine if you wish.

Accommodation: 
Residential option available. Find out about our accommodation, costs and how to book here.

Meet Your Tutor - lauren holloway

Designer and Maker Lauren Holloway has been running her own slow-fashion handbag and accessory brand since 2013. She specialises in making sustainable bags, purses, laptop cases and toiletry storage, all handcrafted in her Bristol-based studio.

She has extensive knowledge and experience in designing patterns and sewing anything from coin purses to backpacks. Lauren offers a range of sewing workshops from beginner to intermediate level, where participants can learn the basics of using a domestic sewing machine, brush up on existing sewing skills or develop new techniques to improve their craft.

Lauren hopes you'll leave her workshop with new-found knowledge and inspiration for future projects, plus you’ll take home a beautiful handmade bag you can enjoy for years to come.