Learning to Sew

Have you ever wanted to learn to sew?  May be you learnt a little at school or by your mum, but never really continued?  Well it is never too late to start.  Why not look for Workshops, Classes or Sewing Circles in your area?  You'll be surprised at what you can achieve.

I first began workshops last year as an experiment.  Having qualified with a Cert. Ed. back in 2002 I knew how to put a lesson together, so I began my research and started a couple of full day courses.  These proved successful, but I was unable to do them regularly.  Then in September I began Evening Workshops for Beginners, and these have proved to be popular.

We work in my home, 1 evening a week and it is a very relaxed atmosphere.  The ladies are able to take home what they have made and each week, they take home at least 1 new skill or tip.

It's a great way to start with the basics, and then move on to harder skills.  You get to meet like minded people, and we always have a little chat, a giggle and enjoy a beverage!

If you are more advanced, then don't worry you will still get something out of the sessions.  There are opportunities, to share skills, pick up new tips and just take a little time for yourself.

My main aim for the learners is for them to develop confidence around a needle, thread and a machine.   We cover a range of skills to enable them to develop their preferred technique and speed.

And as long as they enjoy the 2 hour session and have learnt at least 1 new item, then I am happy.

So why not have a look in your area and find a workshop or class near you?  You'll be surprised at how much you remember, and how much you can learn, in such a short space of time.  And most of all how much you'll enjoy it.  You never know, what it will lead to!

 

Thanks for reading and Happy Stitching xx

Happy New Year

Hello and welcome to my very first BLOG - eeeeek!!

I wanted my first blog, to tell you a little about me and my ickle business, so here goes:

I am a proud mum of 2 and will have been married to my hubby 10 years come March of this year.  I began my business in 2010, after completing a Curtain, Blind and Soft Furnishing Course.  I wanted to be a Stay at Home Mum, so I began a long term plan!!

I began making a few items for friends and family in between nap times and playgroup runs, and then once my youngest began afternoon Nursery I began promoting my work more.

Over the past 2 years, my business has evolved into creating beautiful Keepsake Treasures.  It has helped me to grow from strength to strength and I couldn't be happier.

I began by showcasing my work on my Facebook Page and as my children grew and begun school they inevitably started to go to parties, which got my creative juices flowing :) I designed and made a couple of Tooth Fairy Cushions for a friends 2 children, which lead to an order.

I have since created other designs and began to make Keepsake Memory Cushions and Quilts, made from outgrown pre-loved clothing.

Last year saw my little Facebook Page grow larger and quicker than I could ever have imagined.  My youngest had started in Full Time school, so I began to plough as much energy as I could into it.

My products and designs started to evolve and when a current customer asked if I was able to design and make a bunny for her, I stepped up to the challenge, and Little Bunny Keepsake was born and became one of my best sellers.

Having previously worked as and when commissions came in, I have now had to create a waiting list, which currently is approximately 3 months long!

As of 2014, I have decided to concentrate mainly on my Personalised Keepsake items and not so much on Curtains and Blinds.  My aim is to continue working through custom orders, and also to create some 'Ready -Made' items too, which I will list in my Etsy Shop.

I hope you have enjoyed your read, and will join me again soon.

Next time I will tell you a little about my Learn to Sew Workshops, and add some Sewing Tips along the way.

Many thanks for reading

Michelle xx