The G&G Stitch Academy - Home Education Group
Do you have a crafty child who loves to use their imagination and make things? Well this half-termly Home Education G&G stitch academy is the perfect place for them to get creative and learn how to use a range of textile materials and tools (including the sewing machine), to make fun and exciting craft and accessories projects.
In this weekly children's sewing class, students will learn how to:
Thread a sewing machine.
Change the settings to sew a straight and a zigzag stitch
Work on a range of projects that they will be proud to show off!
Sewing projects will develop and change so students can join us with no experience. If they have already attended the G&G Stitch Academy before there will be plenty of new projects to inspire them! From patchwork cushion covers to mini bunting to decorate their bedroom, to pencil cases and pyjama shorties, there will be no stopping them one they have learnt the basics.
Please note: This is a daytime class that is for children that are Home Educated. If you are looking for an after school class please see here.
Do you have a crafty child who loves to use their imagination and make things? Well this half-termly Home Education G&G stitch academy is the perfect place for them to get creative and learn how to use a range of textile materials and tools (including the sewing machine), to make fun and exciting craft and accessories projects.
In this weekly children's sewing class, students will learn how to:
Thread a sewing machine.
Change the settings to sew a straight and a zigzag stitch
Work on a range of projects that they will be proud to show off!
Sewing projects will develop and change so students can join us with no experience. If they have already attended the G&G Stitch Academy before there will be plenty of new projects to inspire them! From patchwork cushion covers to mini bunting to decorate their bedroom, to pencil cases and pyjama shorties, there will be no stopping them one they have learnt the basics.
Please note: This is a daytime class that is for children that are Home Educated. If you are looking for an after school class please see here.
Further Information
All skills are dependent upon the projects students undertake.
You will Learn:
How to use a sewing machine safely and confidently to sew a seam
How to use a sewing machine safely to make simple projects
How to use textile tools and equipment (e.g. tape measure, tailor's chalk, fabric scissors, pins)
How to turn neat corners on the sewing machine
How to be creative and imaginative when selecting fabrics for projects
How to do a range of different decorative techniques (such as hand embroidery stitches, machine embroidery stitches, hand appliqué, how to attach a ribbon or trimming). These will vary depending upon the project and skill level of the child.
This class is suitable for children aged between 7-15 years old who are either new to sewing or already have some basic experience.
All of the materials and components needed for each mini project*
Use of the g&g templates for each project
Use of the sewing machines and machine thread
*Please note that for larger projects such as clothing you may need to provide fabric to use in the class. You will be notified in advance of this so you have time to get it. For fabric for the class projects you will be able to have 20% off full priced fabrics in Guthrie & Ghani. These purchases must be made in person in the shop or ordered via the telephone. The discount is not able to be applied online.
You will need your own basic sewing kit including scissors, pins, tape measure, needles and marking chalk. These will be available to purchase from the guthrie & ghani shop, in a handy zippy project bag. Please email info@guthrie-ghani.co.uk for more information.
*Please note that for larger projects such as clothing, you may need to purchase fabric to use in the class. You will be notified in advance of this so you have time to get it. For fabric for the class projects you will be able to have 20% off full priced fabrics in Guthrie & Ghani. These purchases must be made in person in the shop or ordered via the telephone. The discount is not able to be applied online.
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!
