Testimonials

  • If you have always wanted to learn how to use a sewing machine this is a great place to start. Rachel is a fantastic teacher and you’ll have a lovely bag at the end of the day!

    — AG, Beginners’ Sewing

  • Just completed the dressmaking skills course. Excellent tuition from Rachel. Sure my dressmaking skills have improved as a result.

    — R, Dressmaking Basics

  • Wonderful class that I will be recommending to others the space has a very relaxing vibe and Rachel made the experience fun and informative. I left feeling so much more confident about sewing on my machine, I can’t wait to do another class.

    — Leanne Elrick, Beginners’ Sewing

  • I had an amazing day at the Beginners Sewing Workshop and I came home with an amazing tote bag, made completely by me. Rachel was amazing, knowledgeable & patient, I'd 100% recommend one of her workshops to anyone wanting to learn more about sewing. I'm already thinking about the next class I can sign up for

    — LR, Beginners’ Sewing

  • The Weekend Intensive Dressmaking Basics Course I attended was fantastic. Everything was 10 out of 10. Rachel explained and demonstrated everything very clearly and helped if we had any issues. The studio was a great creative space to work in and it was also great to chat to other like minded students. The whole experience was perfect and I am now inspired to tackle some of my own projects. I would definitely recommend and I will definitely be doing some more classes

    — Claire Cormack, Dressmaking Weekend Intensive

  • I have attended several of Rachel’s classes and project blocks and I can’t wait for the next one. I thoroughly enjoyed all of it. Rachel is very knowledgeable and very encouraging. I feel much more confident when tackling a sewing project now. The classes are fun and you can go at a pace suitable for you. Highly recommend them.

    — Natalie, Projects, Dressmaking, Mini Quilts, Anatomy of a Pattern

  • A very enjoyable and useful course which covers a range of basic dressmaking skills in a relaxed and supportive environment. Highly recommended!

    — Dressmaking Basics

  • Rachel's class was informative and a lot of fun. She was patient with us all, taking time to answer any queries and sharing lots of other info on material and handy things to help with sewing.

    — Mary, Beginners’ Sewing

  • A lot achieved in such a short time - not only did I come away with foundation knowledge on how to set up and work a sewing machine, I also came away with a finished tote which I used for some shopping straight after the workshop!

    — Fiona C, Beginners’ Sewing

  • This course was fantastic. Rachel was knowledgeable, patient and made it really fun. I feel more confident in my ability after just a few sessions and excited to sign up for the next sessions.

    — SR, Dressmaking Basics

  • Great class, great teacher, already had compliments on my Tote!

    — Beginners’ Sewing

  • I am so glad I signed up for this course. Having had a bad experience elsewhere this was a breath of fresh air. The relaxed atmosphere and Rachel's cheerleading made it fun and enjoyable. It was like a weekly dose of therapy

    — AG, Dressmaking Basics