Beginners' Two-week Sewing Course: Evenings

Recent reviews of Beginners' Two-week Sewing Course: Evenings

• 5/5 from Sally Brown, attended Sep 2026: Excellent class! Ali is such a good teacher and because the class is small, everyone gets attention. She's really good at helping people build their confidence. The small group also means you get to chat to the others taki g the course, and several of us plan to do the intermediate class next. Highly recommend.
• 5/5 from Tom Fisher, attended Aug 2026: Ali was a great teacher. I entered the class with no sewing experience whatsoever, but I felt right at home thanks to Ali being so enthusiastic and encouraging. Plenty of tea provided :-)
• 5/5 from Caroline Douglas, attended Jul 2026: I attended the ‘Beginners’ Two-Week Sewing Course’ and, as someone who had never used a sewing machine before, I absolutely loved it! The teacher, Ali, was so helpful, friendly, and encouraging. I’m delighted with the cushion I made and would highly recommend the course to anyone wanting to give sewing a try. I’ll definitely be back for the next course/.
• 5/5 from Tracy Alexander, attended May 2026: This class was so much fun. Both teachers were fantastic, warm, friendly and explained every step very clearly. I can 100% recommend this course.
• 5/5 from Wen Chyi Quah, attended May 2026: Amazing teaching! Learnt so much and there was a lot of support from Emma Super satisfying to learn how to make this cushion case! Signed up for the intermediate class immediately
• 5/5 from Cheyne Wooderson, attended Mar 2026: Absolutely loved the beginner class, and it was so nice to leave with somethinh tangible to showcase the skills we learned.
• 5/5 from Anna Santucci, attended Mar 2026: Wonderful class and lovely teacher! I was gifted a sewing machine a while ago and Robyn helped me become confident using it! For only a two week class you really learn a lot and I’ve come away feeling excited and knowledgeable to try new patterns and projects!
• 5/5 from Georgia Burborough, attended Mar 2026: I had a great time starting my sewing journey with Emma. She fostered such a supportive environment and helped me build a great base to go on from.
• 5/5 from Drew Dowsett, attended Mar 2026: Great course, thanks so much, my teacher was so helpful, I loved it. Would definitely recommend!
• 5/5 from Anne Findlay, attended Jan 2026: Great class instruction so clear and made it feel easy ish Made a cushion and absolutely delighted will definitely be back for more classes
• 5/5 from Rachel Nelson, attended Jan 2026: I really enjoyed the beginner sewing classes! It was really slow paced and the teacher went over everything multiple times and was always on hand to answer questions, troubleshoot and give reminders. It was a good class size. I made a really lovely cushion cover which I’m super proud of! I’m going to book the next class really soon!
• 5/5 from Emilie, attended Jan 2026: Always wanted to learn sewing and I finally made the first steps! It was great, as we were a small group (5 people) and we managed to make a cushion cover after only 2 classes! Definitely worth it. I'm already signed up for the intermediate class!
• 5/5 from Nora Winje, attended Jan 2026: Great class! Emma starts at the very beginning for sewers starting out or coming back to sewing. She gave clear instructions, personal attention, and provided lots of good feedback. She made the class fun! I’m looking forward to my next class and really enjoying more sewing.
• 5/5 from Rebecca Lipman, attended Jan 2026: Excellent lessons! Learned a lot and enjoyed every moment. The teacher is very helpful and experienced and makes beginners feel welcome.
• 5/5 from Lorna Champion, attended Oct 2025: Excellent course. Great teacher, perfect for beginners needing to learn to use a sewing machine.
• 5/5 from Ruth Obrien, attended Oct 2025: Absolutely brilliant, highly recommend, lovely teacher, I really enjoyed it.
• 5/5 from Eirian McCaw, attended Sep 2025: Brilliant class! Teachers were both excellent. I've now signed up for the intermediate class and the dress making class.
• 5/5 from Dora Jandric, attended Sep 2025: Really cool class, the teachers were both super helpful and explained everything in detail. The whole atmosphere was relaxed and a joy to work in.
• 5/5 from Hui Yu, attended Sep 2025: I had never used a sewing machine before attending the evening class, but by the end I was able to sew a cushion, which made me really happy with what I achieved. The two teachers were wonderful—patient, friendly, and clear in their step-by-step guidance. They took time to correct us individually whenever needed, which made learning feel supportive and encouraging. The small class size created a warm and welcoming atmosphere, and I thoroughly enjoyed the experience. I’m already looking forward to joining the intermediate class to continue building my skills.
• 5/5 from Otilia Markusz, attended Sep 2025: The class is 100%! I was totally beginner in sewing and after 2 sessions I already prepared a cushion Good teachers, nice place! Thank you
• 5/5 from Eloise Jacob, attended Sep 2025: Really fantastic class- we had a different teacher for the two evening classes but they were both super helpful and patient in explaining everything! I had never touched a sewing machine before but feel so much more confident now and excited to go on to make some more things myself. :)
• 5/5 from Anonymised ClassBento customer, attended Aug 2025: I hadn't touched a sewing machine for decades (since secondary school) and I was keen to re-learn the skills so that I can make minor clothes alterations for myself. Emma, our teacher, was very patient and explained how how to use the sewing machine very thoroughly. She was encouraging and gave lots of great tips on sewing and fabrics. I'm definitely more confident in using the sewing machine. Materials were included in the course and I was very chuffed with the cushion cover I made. I now feel inspired and empowered to make one on my own!
• 5/5 from Sarah Blackwell, attended Aug 2025: Amazing class. With a very patient and kind teacher. Emma is great at explaining the process. I can’t believe I managed to make something. Will definitely be signing up for the intermediate.
• 5/5 from Joanna Irvine, attended Aug 2025: I came to the class a complete beginner and managed to make my very own cushion! Emma was super patient, taking us through everything step-by-step. No question was too silly to ask and she made the class relaxing and fun! Would highly recommend to any beginner to learn the basics- money well spent! Thanks Joanna Xx
• 5/5 from Phil Dalgleish, attended Aug 2025: Great classes. Everything clearly explained and demonstrated. Emma patiently took the time to help the class achieve the goal and make a great cushion. Room and equipment was exactly what was needed. Really enjoyed it thank you.
• 5/5 from Lauren Stevens, attended Aug 2025: I finished the beginners sewing class with Emma. I had a wonderful experience and highly recommend the class for those (like me) with no sewing experience. The class was super informative but also very relaxed. Having no sewing experienced I was really surprised at how quickly I picked up the basics of sewing and using a sewing machine. Emma and my class mates were so helpful. I am delighted with my finished project - a snazzy cushion! Can’t wait to start my next project. Thanks again!
• 4/5 from Bee Asha Singh Landa, attended Aug 2025: Learnt a lot in the class! Teacher was very friendly and knew exactly how to support us all in our varying needs
• 5/5 from Jordan Smith, attended Jul 2025: The Beginners’ Sewcial classes were really enjoyable; they were informative, fun, relaxed and inclusive. Kerry was super informative, engaging and patient (very!) with me as learned the basics. Thank-you, Kerry!
• 5/5 from Bronwyn Oneil, attended Jun 2025: This was a great class. The teacher is lovely and is very helpful. Would highly recommend and book another class
• 5/5 from Ceitidh Lavin, attended May 2025: I attended the beginners two week sewing class as it is something I have been interested in for a while but wanted some extra support. Cerri, was an excellent tutor - patient and very knowledgeable. I brought my own sewing machine to the class and Cerri took extra time to show me how to use it properly. Couldn’t recommend more!
• 5/5 from David Trundle, attended May 2025: It was the perfect course for a beginner to learn and practice the basics, pick up lots of tips and gain significant confidence by producing a good quality (all of us) cushion at the end of it. Emma was a excellent teacher and there was a great, relaxed, 'sewing bee' working together atmosphere in the room. Highly recommended and I'm looking forward to doing the intermediate course after some practice at home.
• 5/5 from Maamoun Jabali, attended May 2025: Fun class. Great teaching. Highly recommended.
• 5/5 from Tania Hancock, attended May 2025: Enjoyed the class! Emma was reassuring and clear. I feel confident using the machine having never touched one before and very satisfied with my (slightly wonky) cushion fitting in nicely on my window seat :)
• 5/5 from Louise Collins, attended May 2025: I really wanted to learn to sew but I learn better having an actual in person teacher so signed up to this class. Cerri immediately put me at ease and was a fantastic teacher, very knowledgeable and funny. Loved that the class was limited to six people as nice group size, so learnt with others but still felt like you got individual help when needed. Would highly recommend signing up to this class!
• 5/5 from Shasta Gandy, attended May 2025: Great course, thank you! Kickstarted a new hobby.
• 5/5 from Anna Hardie, attended May 2025: Cerri was great! Took time to help us all individually and to explain why we were doing each step. I know now not only how to fix an issue but feel confident in why things are going wrong. The sewing through paper task was really useful in understanding how to use the machine. Thanks for all your help!
• 5/5 from Tali Brown, attended May 2025: Kerry was brilliant. So so so welcoming and friendly and put the whole class at ease, whilst teaching us SO much. So many little hints and tips, and she's so genuinely happy and celebrates our progress which was amazing. Sad for the course to end! But have booked the intermediate and garment making so I'm gonna be back!
• 5/5 from Rebecca Kennedy, attended May 2025: The class was great fun and the teacher was patient and informative. Loved it!
• 5/5 from Niamh Kelly, attended Apr 2025: I did the beginner sewing course and i love love LOVED our class! Cerri is a brilliant teacher and explains everything so clearly, and it feels like such a safe environment to learn in. I can’t wait to return️
• 5/5 from Fiona Dodds, attended Mar 2025: I had never used a sewing machine before this class and wanted to learn. I'm so glad that I did because I loved the class and have a gorgeous cushion that I am so proud of. The class was excellent and the teacher Cerri was fantastic! I enjoyed it so much that I instantly booked onto the intermediate class and I can't wait.
• 5/5 from Katalina Watt, attended Mar 2025: Fabulous class with Kerry where we learnt the basics of the sewing machine and then made a cushion cover. We were all so chuffed with how it turned out and satisfying to be able to make something and get the basics down! Kerry also helped folk understand the specific quirks of their machines and gave us advice on the next steps in our sewing adventures.
• 5/5 from Alexandra Ayoub, attended Mar 2025: This class was amazing. I had never used a sewing machine before and by my second session made a cushion. Kerry was a great teacher, everything was explained really well in a super friendly environment. Recommend 10/10
• 5/5 from Grace Lynch, attended Mar 2025: I had a fantastic time at the Beginners evening class! The teacher was fantastic and the class itself was such good value for money and lots of fun. I would definitely recommend to anyone who is currently cowering in fear at the sight of their sewing machine.
• 5/5 from Anonymised ClassBento customer, attended Mar 2025: A great experience! I was a complete beginner and the classes were a good pace with excellent teachers. I really enjoyed the classes and have booked onto the next!
• 5/5 from Elizabeth, attended Mar 2025: This course was fantastic. Our teacher Emma was very patient and the small class size meant we all got individual attention any time we needed it. I can’t believe I managed to make a cushion that actually looks good! I feel much more confident with a sewing machine now. Thank you.
• 5/5 from Suzi Ridley, attended Jan 2025: This class is great for beginners. The tutor Cerri was very good at describing each step. To learn what we did and produce a cushion cover too was a great start to my sewing journey. Gift cards were great for Christmas gifts. Something for all ages.
• 5/5 from Lamia Morgan, attended Jan 2025: Excellent idea for a gift. The pace of the class was ideal. Was great to have a finished project to show for it. Teacher was clear and gave good sewing tips
• 5/5 from Andrew Stanley, attended Jan 2025: Very enjoyable class, well tought at a good pace.
• 5/5 from Katie Hall, attended Jan 2025: Really good intro to sewing if you haven’t used a sewing machine before. They go through all the basics, there isn’t many people in the class so you are able to get a lot of time with the tutor.
• 5/5 from Elizabeth Bryson, attended Jan 2025: I had a great time! Teaching was really clear and patient, and it was hugely satisfying to be able to make something that actually looked nice by the second class.