G&G Stitch Academy - Easter Holiday Sewing Session -Personalised bunting
Do you have a crafty child or teenager inspired by the Great British Sewing Bee?
Are they eager to learn how to use a sewing machine or improve their hand-sewing techniques but unsure where to start?
Looking for a fun, creative activity to keep them engaged during the Easter break?
Tuesday 7th April 2026 10-1pm
In this three-hour sewing session, students will explore a variety of materials and sewing tools, including how to safely and confidently use a sewing machine. They'll apply their new skills by creating their very own gorgeous personalised bunting, to take home! They can be hung in their bedroom or given as a gift for someone special. They will choose from a selection of coordinating fabrics and trims to make their project.
The session is ideal for complete beginners and also offers additional challenges for those who are more familiar with sewing, including those who already attend the G&G Stitch Academy.
This class is suitable for children ages 7 and up and designed to be fun and accessible to all skill levels.
Do you have a crafty child or teenager inspired by the Great British Sewing Bee?
Are they eager to learn how to use a sewing machine or improve their hand-sewing techniques but unsure where to start?
Looking for a fun, creative activity to keep them engaged during the Easter break?
Tuesday 7th April 2026 10-1pm
In this three-hour sewing session, students will explore a variety of materials and sewing tools, including how to safely and confidently use a sewing machine. They'll apply their new skills by creating their very own gorgeous personalised bunting, to take home! They can be hung in their bedroom or given as a gift for someone special. They will choose from a selection of coordinating fabrics and trims to make their project.
The session is ideal for complete beginners and also offers additional challenges for those who are more familiar with sewing, including those who already attend the G&G Stitch Academy.
This class is suitable for children ages 7 and up and designed to be fun and accessible to all skill levels.
Further Information
- How to use sewing tools and equipment (scissors, needles, pins, marking chalk etc)
- How to cut out fabric accurately
- How to use a sewing machine safely to sew a straight seam
- How to sew topstitching
- How to use the iron
This class is suitable for children aged 7-15 years old who are either new to sewing or already have some basic experience.
All of the materials and components needed for the project
Use of the g&g templates for each project
Use of the sewing machines and machine thread
No need to bring anything for this workshop - children are welcome to bring their own water bottle
Alison Ivens
Alison has always been crafty and over the years has tried her hand at all sorts, including jewellery making, felting and paper crafts, but over the last few years she has found her passion in sewing and crochet.
After finishing a Fine Art Printmaking degree and Masters in Gallery Studies Alison spent 18 years working as Museum Manager and Curator in a small Lichfield museum, and while this was an important part of her past, she is now enjoying the opportunity to talk dressmaking with our lovely customers.
When she's not at the shop Alison is a mum to two children who, along with her husband, benefit from her dressmaking. Her wardrobe is very eclectic and her favourite pattern is animal print, which she considers a neutral!
