Classes

Have you seen just how many sewing classes we now offer at Backstitch? We aim to provide everyone with a chance to get creative and learn a new skill or take up a new hobby. From learning the very basics of using a sewing machine, to crafting your very own pair of hand-made jeans, or mastering an overlocker, you can gain new dressmaking skills with the help of our experienced tutors.  Learn the magic of quilting; choose from five different classes, each offering different designs of quilt top. Next, learn how to finish the quilt, and even add embellishments using the free motion quilting technique. From weaving to visible mending, embroidery to crochet and knitting, we have it covered. Continue reading →

Last week I finished a quilt.  Astonishing I know!  I completed the top for this ages ago, and even had the top hanging in the shop for a while last year.  The idea was to demonstrate to customers two groovy things... 1) actually how much fabric you get on a jelly roll, and 2) how quickly and simply you can sew one together.  And since then we also realised it would make a great class.  So, if you would like to learn the basics of patchwork and sew an entire quilt top together in one 3 hour session then take a look at the class details here. Continue reading →

Have you seen the new suite of Backstitch workshops to get you in the crafty mood ready for Spring? We have new crochet and knitting technique classes, as well as a new Machine Basics: Bunting class for beginners, to learn how to make beautiful and ever-popular bunting, while getting to know your sewing machine. You might also recognise some old favourites, back by popular demand, such as the Quilting: Finish Your Quilt: Baste, Quilt and Bind class, and Introduction to Smocking.  Continue reading →

We've been beavering away behind the scenes at Backstitch working on some fab new classes for you to get involved in. And, we've decided to give you a little incentive to try something new with a 10% if you book onto one of these classes before the weekend (that's midnight on Friday 13th). Simply enter the code 'NEW10' at checkout. Shall I introduce you to them then?! Continue reading →