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16/09/2025

🎨✨ Get Creative with Indian Block Printing! ✨🎨

Join us at Village artisan community shop, Uckfield on Saturday 20 September for a hands-on Indian block printing workshop.

You’ll learn the traditional craft of block printing and decorate your own cushion cover, choosing from three beautiful colours at time of booking – basil 💚, navy 💙, or pink 💕

Perfect for beginners and craft enthusiasts looking for a relaxing, creative day.

📍 Village Artisan Shop, Uckfield, Sussex
📅 Saturday 20 September @ 5pm to 7pm
💷 £55 per person (all materials included)

Spaces are limited, so book your place today! 👉 Book via website or Facebook event page

12/09/2025

✨ JUST 1 SPACE LEFT! ✨

Don’t miss your chance to join our Lampshade Making Workshop in Eastbourne on Sunday 14 September at Cove Lifestyle Store.

Learn how to create your very own bespoke lampshade in a fun, hands-on workshop – perfect for beginners and craft lovers alike. All materials are provided, and you’ll leave with a beautiful, professional-quality shade to brighten your home.

📍 Eastbourne – Cove Lifestyle Store, Enterprise Shopping Centre
📅 Sunday 14 September @ 10:15am (finishes at 12:45pm)
💷 £59 per person
🎟️ Only 1 space remaining!

👉 Book now before it’s gone via our Facebook event or via our website

31/08/2025

✨ JUST 1 SPACE LEFT! ✨

Don’t miss your chance to join our Lampshade Making Workshop in Eastbourne on Sunday, 14 September, at Cove Lifestyle Store in the Enterprise Shopping Centre.

Learn how to create your very own bespoke lampshade in a fun, hands-on workshop—perfect for beginners and craft lovers alike. All materials are provided, and you’ll leave with a beautiful, professional-quality shade to brighten your home.

📍 Eastbourne – Cove Lifestyle Store
📅 Sunday 14 September @ 10.15am to 12.45pm
💷 £59 per person
🎟️ Only 1 space remaining!

👉 Book now before it’s gone via our website or event page on Facebook

26/08/2025

🧵 Sewing Tip: Read Before You Cut! ✂️📖

We know the excitement of starting a new project is real—but before you reach for your fabric scissors, take a moment to read the pattern instructions all the way through.

Why? Because of missing key instructions like
🔁 “Cut on fold”
🪞 “Cut a mirror pair”
📐 Grainline and layout guides

…can lead to costly mistakes and mismatched pieces!

📌 Top tip: Make notes, highlight key steps, or even do a quick paper walkthrough before cutting. A few minutes of prep = a smoother sewing session and a better-finished garment.

19/08/2025

🧵 Sewing Tip: Always Check Your Seam Allowance! 📏

Before you start sewing your project, take a moment to double-check the seam allowance listed in your pattern—they’re not always the same!

Some patterns use 1 cm, others 1.5cm, and some may even vary within the same project. Sewing with the wrong seam allowance can lead to pieces not fitting together properly—or a finished garment that's too tight or too loose. 😬

✅ Always check the instructions
✅ Mark your guidelines if needed
✅ Use the markings on your machine plate to stay accurate

A few extra seconds upfront can save you a LOT of unpicking later!

18/08/2025

BOOK TODAY

WORKSHOP: Lampshade Making with Coker and Clarke Textiles

Sunday 7th September -10.30am-1pm

Have you ever wondered, how do I make a lampshade? Well, unleash your creative skills by making your own handmade 30 cm round drum lampshade as Karen from guides you through the process step by step during this relaxed crafting session.

This inspiring, unique workshop will help you to unlock your creativity, meet like-minded people, and learn new skills. No experience is necessary, and as there is no sewing involved, you do not need to know how to sew!

We have a selection of fabrics for you to choose from on the day, including popular Morris & Co. floral designs as well as bold and abstract prints.

When is the workshop – and for how long?
We begin the 2.5-hour workshop on Sunday, 7th September, at 10.30am, and we will be finished by 1pm.

What is included?
The cost includes all tuition, fabric, materials, and items needed to make your own stunning lampshade.
If you wish to bring your own fabric, please get in contact with us before the workshop is held so we can discuss this with the tutor, as some fabrics are better suited than others.

What will I learn?
How to make a beautiful lampshade by hand, using the materials and tools provided within the workshop.

https://montaguegallery.co.uk/workshops/lampshade-making-with-coker-and-clarke-textiles/?date_time=1757203200

12/08/2025

🧵 Tuesday Sewing Tip: No Overlocker? No Problem! ✂️

If you don’t have an overlocker (or your sewing machine doesn’t do zigzag stitching), don’t worry — you can still finish your raw edges neatly and prevent fraying using pinking shears or a pinking rotary blade.

✂️ These tools create a zigzag cut that helps minimise fraying on woven fabrics — perfect for lightweight projects or quick makes.

✨ Top tips:
Best used on tightly woven fabrics
Works great for seams that won’t get heavy wear
Press your seams after pinking for a clean, tidy finish
It’s a simple but effective way to keep your makes looking polished, even without all the kit!

07/08/2025

🎨 Indian Block Printing Workshop – Saturday 20 September | Uckfield, Sussex 🌿

Join us at the lovely Village artisan community in Uckfield for a creative and relaxing Indian Block Printing Workshop!

In this hands-on session, you'll learn the beautiful art of block printing and decorate your own cushion cover using traditional Indian wooden blocks.

✨ No experience needed – just bring your creativity!
🎨 All materials provided
🛋️ Take home a finished, hand-printed cushion cover in either basil green, navy or dusky pink (choose your colour at time of booking)
💷 £55.00 per person
📍 Village Artisan Community Shop, Uckfield, Sussex
📅 Saturday 20 September
⏰ 5pm to 7pm

Spaces are limited, so early booking is recommended!

👉 To book your space, visit our website (link in bio) or our Facebook events page.

05/08/2025

🧵 Sewing Tip of the Week: Practice Makes (Almost) Perfect! 🎯

Before diving into your next sewing project, especially if it involves curves, corners, or tricky turns, take a few minutes to practice first!

✨ Why?
Getting those shapes neat—and sewn at the correct seam allowance—can make all the difference between a handmade look and a polished finish.

✅ Grab some fabric scraps
✅ Mark out a few curves and corners
✅ Practice stitching slowly and accurately
✅ Focus on pivoting at the right point and keeping your seam allowance consistent

It’s a simple habit, but one that’ll give you smoother curves, sharper corners, and way more confidence when you sew the real thing.

Have a go and tell us—what’s your favourite technique for mastering the tricky bits?

04/08/2025

✨ Create Your Own Bespoke Lampshade! ✨

Join us at Montague Gallery, Worthing, on Sunday, 7 September, for a fun and creative lampshade-making workshop.

Whether you’re a complete beginner or a DIY enthusiast, you’ll learn step-by-step how to design and craft a beautiful, professional-quality lampshade to take home.

What’s included:
All materials and tools provided
Expert guidance in a relaxed, friendly setting
A finished lampshade that’s uniquely yours

📍 Montague Gallery, Worthing, Sussex
📅 Sunday 7 September
⏰ 10;30
💷 £59.00 per person

Spaces are limited, so book early to secure your spot!

👉 Book via event or directly with Montague Gallery in Worthing

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Eastbourne

Telephone

+447880283034

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