Start Sewing Now

Start Sewing Now Learn a new sewing skill or improve on existing abilities.We are devoted to getting you sewing! I come from a family of dressmakers and tailors.

I started sewing at a young age at my Grandmother’s knee, she was the most accomplished needlewoman I have ever known and the first thing she taught me was to darn my Father’s wool socks. By the time I attended Secondary School, I could knit, crochet and embroider as well as turn a seam by hand and machine and execute a wide range of sewing techniques. I had an amazing needlework teacher at Second

ary School whose encouragement was my making. With her support I made my cousins wedding gown the week I left school, swiftly followed by a coat with the help of an elderly uncle, himself a trained tailor. The sewing machine was always out during my teenage years and has never been far from me since. When my children were little I achieved City and Guilds in dressmaking and pattern making. For 4 years I ran my own bridal shop, where I offered a bespoke service and attended to all the alterations required for the “Off the Peg” gowns. Here I was awarded membership of The Guild of Master Craftsmen, a truly rewarding accolade which obviously I am very proud of. I have attended various courses, classes and workshops since then to expand my knowledge and experience, and a few years ago I graduated from Huddersfield University and have lectured at local colleges. I am CRB checked, and a member of The Institute for Learning. Having my own sewing school has been on my wish list for a few years, and now I can combine two passions, sewing and teaching. With a variety of courses to choose from, I’m sure you will be happy learning with us and I am personally committed to providing a quality service, I will do all I can to meet your expectations. We offer small classes to ensure individual attention in a wide range of courses. Have a look through the site, and if you have any comments or questions, please feel free to contact me. Good luck and thank you!

16/05/2026
2 New Fashion Sewing course dates.Tuesdays beginning 26.5.26Thursdays beginning 28.5.26Both are 6 weeks, 6.30pm to 8. 30...
05/05/2026

2 New Fashion Sewing course dates.
Tuesdays beginning 26.5.26
Thursdays beginning 28.5.26
Both are 6 weeks, 6.30pm
to 8. 30pm at Bingley Methodist Church. Course fee £90. Please contact for an application form. Come and make something amazing, just like Nicola did

come and join our ever expanding band of happy sewers. Bingley and Silsden areas.
30/03/2026

come and join our ever expanding band of happy sewers. Bingley and Silsden areas.

Additional course dates. Limited availability.
Tuesdays 6.30-8.30, 6 weeks. Fashion sewing improvers. 3places.
Thursdays 6.30-8.30, 6 weeks. Fashion sewing beginners/improvers. 4 Places.
Fridays 10.00-12.00 6 weeks. Fashion sewing improvers. FULL.
There will be a Starting to Sew and a Quilting course coming up. Please get in touch if you are inbterested to join the mailing list.

Additional course dates. Limited availability.Tuesdays 6.30-8.30, 6 weeks. Fashion sewing improvers. 3places.Thursdays 6...
30/03/2026

Additional course dates. Limited availability.
Tuesdays 6.30-8.30, 6 weeks. Fashion sewing improvers. 3places.
Thursdays 6.30-8.30, 6 weeks. Fashion sewing beginners/improvers. 4 Places.
Fridays 10.00-12.00 6 weeks. Fashion sewing improvers. FULL.
There will be a Starting to Sew and a Quilting course coming up. Please get in touch if you are inbterested to join the mailing list.

W.Y K.Y.K.
28/03/2026

W.Y K.Y.K.

19/02/2026

2 Places have become available on the Fashion Sewing course next Tuesday 26 February. 6 weeks, Thursday evenings. The course fee is £90 and it runs at Bingley Methodist Church.

New course incoming!
09/02/2026

New course incoming!

NEW COURSES INCOMING

Quilting is back.
4.3.26. 5 weeks. Wednesday evenings 6.30 - 8.30 Bingley. £85
Now only 3 spaces available so be quick!

NEW COURSES INCOMINGQuilting is back.4.3.26. 5 weeks. Wednesday evenings 6.30 - 8.30 Bingley. £85Now only 3 spaces avail...
09/02/2026

NEW COURSES INCOMING

Quilting is back.
4.3.26. 5 weeks. Wednesday evenings 6.30 - 8.30 Bingley. £85
Now only 3 spaces available so be quick!

02/02/2026

A long-running study from the University of Helsinki found that women who regularly engage in traditional “grandma hobbies” such as knitting, sewing, crocheting, and gardening tend to live up to eight years longer on average.

These activities help calm the nervous system by lowering stress and promoting a meditative, focused state through repetitive movement.

They also build confidence by creating a sense of purpose, routine, and visible accomplishment.

Mentally, such hobbies keep the brain active, supporting memory, attention, and cognitive flexibility as women age.

Together, these effects show that simple, creative pastimes can be deeply therapeutic, emotionally grounding, and beneficial for long-term health.

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