Make ‘n’ Mend Alteration Workshop.

In a world of fast fashion and a disposable culture, it’s time to play our part and rejuvenate new life into forgotten and discarded pieces that you just can’t bear to part with. Whether it’s a bargain charity shop find to be refashioned, a coat that needs a new lining or a dress that holds special memories. Items that are too big, too small, or just need a face lift into this decade, we got it covered in this one-day workshop.
Not only are we bringing you a brand-new workshop, but this will be headed by the expert pattern designer, sewing author, costume designer and producer of the Great British Sewing Bee, Claire-Louise Hardy.
CL will teach and guide you through the transformation your tired old garments into fabulous personalised and well-fitted couture. So what are you waiting for, rummage through those wardrobes and sew new life into those old garments.
Who’s it for?
Those who are frustrated by constantly having to alter ready to wear items.
Sewits who are looking to extend their sewing skills and techniques
Sewists that love to upcycle
Sewcial Sewists

What You Will Learn
As everyone will undoubtedly bring something different to work on, you will learn and be inspired from each other’s projects too and therefore be able to go home and refashion even more items to give them a new lease of life.
We guarantee lots of hints, tips and tricks to achieve great fit, style and a professional finish.

What you will Need
Bring 2-3 pieces that you wish to adapt/alter this will allow the option to choose and select an appropriate alteration to work on for time and skill level. Or even get all 3 done!
Bring and old or new embellishments/ fabrics you have in your stash too, these could be used within your new design
Basic sewing Kit – scissors, pins, marking tools
We have a full range of fabrics and haberdashery if you require additional pieces during your session.
What’s included?
Expert tuition from sewing Guru Claire-Louise Hardy
Full use of studio tools and equipment
Lots of refreshments and definitely a slice of yummy cake (or two!)