One-to-one Sewing Workshop

Recent reviews of One-to-one Sewing Workshop

• 5/5 from Durba Banerjee, attended Aug 2026: Lovely class with Sue learning about the basics of how to use a sewing machine. Sue was patient and friendly and i did learn a lot. But an hour isn’t enough. Maybe next time I’ll look for something longer!
• 5/5 from Alison Hesley, attended Jul 2026: Sue was fantastic as usual. We learnt a lot. It was exactly what we wanted.
• 5/5 from Marcia, attended Jun 2026: I've not sewn for over 19 years so I decided to buy a new sewing machine and attend a sewing workshop at Hobbycraft. I was nervous but Sue (the tutor)put me totally at ease straight away. She showed me how to set my machine up and how to use the various attachments and stitches. Sue was very patient, personable and ensured that I had confidently learned everything she taught me. She did this by me allowing me to show her whatever stage she had taught me before moving on to the next stage. The workshop atmosphere was very enjoyable to the point that I felt like it was a friend teaching me, and Sue encouraged me to ask questions about anything that I didn't understand. The thing I liked most about the workshop was how nice Sue was. She made the workshop a fun place to learn, and was genuinely concerned that I would feel confident on how to use my new sewing machine by the end of the session. After the workshop I couldn't wait to go home and set up my new machine and use it.
• 5/5 from Maike Lange, attended Jun 2026: Sue was very accommodating and friendly. We settled for reading dressmaking pattern and managed to completly copy and cut pattern for a whole dress. The information given by Sue was invaluable and my daughter is now inspired to make her own dress.
• 5/5 from Natasha Sekar, attended May 2026: Great session, very informative and professional. As a complete beginner, I'm ready to strat using my sewing machine! x
• 5/5 from Georgina Mahoney, attended Mar 2026: Sue was amazing and so patient with me throughout the workshop! My first time using a sewing machine so went through all the basics and by the end I was already feeling confident!! Thank you so much Sue, superstar!!
• 5/5 from Marie Eggett, attended Feb 2026: Rebecca was lovely, very informative and answered all our questions. Will definitely be booking again
• 5/5 from Claire Coulton, attended Feb 2026: Absolutely amazing my daughter loved it she is feeling more confident in how to use her sewing machine honestly was amazing x
• 5/5 from Lisa Jones, attended Jan 2026: Great teacher, friendly, knowledgeable, tailored to what I needed
• 5/5 from Jessica Garland, attended Jan 2026: The teacher was amazing and she helped my daughter gain confidence in sewing. She was very interesting and kind and my daughter couldn't wait to get back home to her sewing machine.
• 5/5 from Susan Watkinson, attended Nov 2025: Teach my 9 years old grandaughter basics of using a sewing machine. She was taught how to set the sewing machine up different stitches.venue great. The teacher sue was so patient and very thorough would definitely recommend. She loved the fact of making clothes for her dolls.
• 5/5 from Shanna Madden, attended Nov 2025: I had a really lovely time with Susan - she was so patient and friendly, and really helped me to feel comfortable and confident using the sewing machine. I started with very minimal experience and left with my own zip-locked pouch! I would really recomment this class :)
• 5/5 from Vicky, attended Sep 2025: Very nice and detailed introduction for beginners and the teacher teaching are very nice and polite
• 5/5 from Sarah-Jane Noke, attended Sep 2025: I cannot recommend booking a sewing workshop more! I really wanted to get to grips with my sewing machine before buying it and I was not disappointed. Sue really took the time to make sure I knew how to set the machine up and how each section works. We did loads of practice stitches and I even got to make a small bag! I honestly couldn't be happier and can't wait to start making stuff on my own machine.
• 5/5 from Sarah Leadbeater, attended Aug 2025: We needed advice on the most suitable machine for my 16yr old daughter who starts A level textiles in Sept. Rebecca was fantastic, started with the machine we preferred and talked us through its set up, settings and confirmed for us its suitability. Rebecca went at a pace which was perfect, my 16 yr old came out buzzing. After purchasing it, (Rebecca helped us secure the last machine in another Hobbycraft store) my daughter has spent hours practising and is happy to go into her course knowing she has the right tools. Thank you!
• 5/5 from Jill Thornton, attended Jul 2025: My one to one sewing workshop with Becca was fantastic. I am a complete novice and Becca made everything easy to understand and gave me confidence to start as soon as I got home. She balanced the showing me and me doing it just right. I will definately be back for the next level.
• 5/5 from Kristin Brade, attended Jun 2025: My teacher was super cool - she showed me the ins and outs of the machine I’m looking to buy, we made some stitches, threaded machines and now I’m confident in the machine I want to purchase. Thanks again!
• 5/5 from Graham Glover, attended Jun 2025: The teacher was very good and explained things in easy steps for me to understand the basics of the machine.
• 5/5 from Jean Coutts, attended Jun 2025: Thank you Rebecca.My Granddaughter now has a machine she bought from you and hopefully use after your super tuition..
• 5/5 from Carol Stevens, attended May 2025: Using an electric machine to fit a zip. I got great assistance and picked up a few tips. It was good to have access to items needed to complete my project, like threads and zips.
• 5/5 from Paula Winterburn, attended Feb 2025: I wanted expert advice on how to use the buttonhole function on my machine. The instructor was very knowledgable and talked me through and demonstrated the process one step at a time. I feel confident I know how to do it now! The lady also gave me some expert knowledge on the stitch functions and what the table in the booklet actually meant. Thank you
• 5/5 from Rolmay Addae, attended Feb 2025: Rebecca is a good tutor she did explain to me what I needed to know
• 5/5 from Nathan Roberts, attended Jan 2025: Rebecca was super knowledgeable and was able to explain things clearly as well as give me time to practice and ask questions. Will definitely be going back. She also gave me a practice pattern to take home and try with. Fantastic teacher.
• 5/5 from Nojud Ghonaim, attended Nov 2024: I really liked it it was very helpful and useful class. I learned everything that was related to my sewing machine. The teacher was the best Very kind and lovely and she touched me every thing. The venue and materials were good and practical very positive environment. I liked everything in this clas and i learn a lot with more confident and happy with sawing.
• 5/5 from Amanda Bryant, attended Nov 2024: Absolutely amazing workshop! Sue was fantastic and really knowledgeable. Fabulous workshop, we will be booking again when my Daughter is ready for her next project. Thank you
• 5/5 from Anonymised ClassBento customer, attended Nov 2024: I loved my 1-1 sewing class. Sue was absolutely amazing, I can't reccomend her enough. She's really boosted my confidence and I can't wait to use the skills she taught me on my machine.
• 5/5 from Sarah Lee, attended Oct 2024: Amazing! The teacher was extremely helpful & patient. Wouldn’t have known where to start without this workshop.
• 5/5 from Deborah Griffiths, attended Sep 2024: Rebbeca was fantastic, really patient, very knowledgeable, very friendly. Will be going back for a top up once I get a bit further.
• 5/5 from Helen Jeffers, attended Aug 2024: Rebecca was very friendly, patient and knowledgeable. I liked that it was a 121 session.
• 5/5 from Jodi, attended Jul 2024: Brilliant service, the staff member who did it (can’t remember her name) was amazing, taught me everything I need to know
• 5/5 from Anonymised ClassBento customer, attended May 2024: It was extremely helpful, I had a brilliant instructor. She gave loads of general sewing tips and many that were specific to the machine I asked her to demonstrate. Thank you!
• 5/5 from Helen Ferguson, attended Apr 2024: The workshop with Susan was brilliant and I would highly recommend it to anyone who is a beginner at sewing. Susan taught us how to set up the machine and then ran us through all the different stitch types (including stretch stitches). My daughter Rosie then had the chance to practice each stitch and even had a go at making a buttonhole which she managed easily. We both learnt so much and I cannot recommend Susan highly enough, thank you! Helen and Rosie xx
• 5/5 from Natasha McIntyre, attended Apr 2024: My teacher was incredibly helpful and showed me how to set up and use my sewing machine. She was able to answer every question that I had and was very patient with me.
• 5/5 from Helena, attended Mar 2024: I was made to feel welcome from the start and no question or query was an issue. As a complete beginner, I was really anxious that I wouldn’t be able to take it all in but I have come away feeling really confident that I now know the basics to get me started with using a sewing machine! I have already started making small items at home. I just wish I hadn’t waited so long to book on! Thank you so much!
• 5/5 from Anonymised ClassBento customer, attended Feb 2024: Becky was very knowledgeable and friendly. She explained features of sewing machine well. Looking forward to booking again.
• 5/5 from Claire Moran, attended Jan 2024: Absolutely fabulous lesson. I went through button holes then stitches on my machine. Excellent teacher and would definitely book another. Everything explained so well.
• 5/5 from Laura Casey-Marten, attended Jan 2024: Rebecca was great, very helpful and patient with us as beginners. Will be booking again
• 5/5 from Morgan Campbell, attended Dec 2023: Amazing session with Susan from the Leeds branch. Susan is an absolute whiz on the machine. I came with several questions about what settings to use on my machine for use of stretchy fabrics. She built my confidence and awareness of many different fuctions within the machine. I was able to get three little projects done within the hour!
• 5/5 from Michael Foley, attended Nov 2023: It was amazing! Tutor was super helpful and very knowledgable! Very nice and patient too! Will be back for sure!
• 5/5 from Michelle Hargreaves, attended Nov 2023: Excellent knowledge and patience Really enjoyed although I was nervous my nerves soon disappeared Would highly recommend
• 5/5 from Judith High, attended Nov 2023: The teacher engaged my 10 year old granddaughter and explained everything clearly. She went through all aspects of using her sewing machine and let her practise all the different functions. In the hour she also practised a button hole and made a tote bag. Ellie really enjoyed this workshop and it was excellent value.
• 5/5 from Sally Pattrik, attended Nov 2023: Great teacher, 1-1 really worked for me, got to ask questions and try out something new
• 4/5 from Anonymised ClassBento customer, attended Oct 2023: The teacher was lovely and very friendly. I learned what I wanted to learn. I would certainly recommend.
• 5/5 from Emily Yates, attended Aug 2023: This was a really good session. The teacher showed us the machine in really easy steps and was very patient with my 8 year old.
• 5/5 from Liz Murphy, attended Aug 2023: The teacher, Rebecca, was fab. So knowledgeable and patient with my kids and me. Went through all the basics.
• 5/5 from Tina Head, attended Jul 2023: The teacher was lovely. The venue was in store, but I felt at ease, even though people were shopping. I was shown all the basics, was advised on my best option for a beginner when purchasing a machine. All in all an excellent experience, I really enjoyed the lesson and will definitely book more.
• 5/5 from Lydia Auty, attended Jun 2023: Really really enjoyed my workshop with Rebecca! I had a lot to ask and learn in the space of 2 hours but she was so thorough and really listened to everything I asked; she was a fab teacher and I’ll deffo be back!
• 5/5 from Anastasia O., attended May 2023: I enjoyed today's lesson. Teacher provided some materials for practice, answered all my questions. It was a pleasure to come. Many thanks
• 5/5 from Tarin De'giovanni, attended May 2023: Fantastic class by Sue, very helpful and now feel confident making items on my sewing machine
• 5/5 from Kitty Mander, attended May 2023: My daughter really enjoyed her session with Rebecca - she learned to thread the machine and get to grips with the basics and is happily putting it all into practise at home now. Thank you!