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Sewing classes for small groups
or 1-2-1 for all ages & skill levels -
-based in Orpington, Bromley, SE London
An excellent introduction to the world of sewing- just what I needed. Caroline made everything simple with great demonstrations and takeaway info to read through at home.
I went from never having turned on a machine to making a very nice pincushion. Great fun.
I would highly recommend Top Notch Sewing for all your sewing development needs.
Paul, 1:1 sewing machine drivers licence
Top Notch offers sewing and pattern classes for individuals and small groups. One-to-one bookings are available from December.
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There are adults and kids group classes every month on selected Fridays and Saturdays only until the end of January. In October the adults classes focused on repairs & alterations and the kids made patchwork plushies and Christmas decorations! The Christmas theme continues to November with appliquéd stockings.
There is a new sewing project each month, so check out monthly projects and dates here . Use of a Janome sewing machine is included, or bring your own if you prefer.
There is a maximum of 4 students per group class. If a class is full please join the waiting list or email me.
Group classes are suitable for confident beginners upwards. book via "Regular Classes" in the menu above​.
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Every couple of months there are One--Day and Two-Day Workshops for adults. One day workshops focus on gaining confidence in cutting fabric and sewing, while two day workshops will focus on The Capsule Wardrobe. featuring a collared shirt, trousers and other wardrobe essentials. ​​​
For Beginners, the Sewing Machine Driver's Licence is the class that will teach you to sew! The next group class is in January, but this class can also be done as a one-to-one lesson at time to suit you. You will learn the basics of using a sewing machine and children can learn to sew from 8 years old upwards. There are also other beginners classes available so click here for beginners classes or see the top menu.
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Pattern and sewing skills classes are also available so please check the top menu for information or to book.​​​​​
At the Top Notch shop you can buy haberdashery when you attend a class. Items for sale include notchers, tracing wheels, sewing needles, point turners, ironing rulers and more!​
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Upcoming Classes at Top Notch:​​​​
Sewing Social on 13 Nov, 10:30 am
Adults Saturday Sewing class on 14 Nov, 10am - 12:30
Kids Saturday Sewing club on 14 Nov, 1:30pm - 4
Adults trouser workshop on 20 Nov, 10am - 3:30
Kids Saturday Sewing club on 21 Nov, 10am - 12:30 or 1:30pm - 4
Adults Friday Sewing class on 27 Nov, 10am - 12:30
Adults trouser workshop on 28 Nov, 10am - 3:30
Adults Sewing machine drivers licence class on 30 Jan, 10am
Kids Sewing machine drivers licence class on 30 Jan, 1:30pm
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Tutoring can be booked per hour. All classes must be pre-booked. Book with a buddy for a discount or email me for a code if booking a 1:1 class for a child. Classes are held in Orpington BR5 (address given upon booking). For sewing inspiration or skills tutorials check out my YouTube page, Instagram or FaceBook.
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For families in North London, you can apply for free kids sewing classes in Edmonton. Click here for more details
Thank you...x Caroline
