One-to-one Sewing Workshop

Recent reviews of One-to-one Sewing Workshop

• 5/5 from Margaret Paterson, attended Sep 2026: Tutor very friendly and patient. Helpful, knowledgeable and willing to respond to any query...including my twin needle stitching, especially technique tohread needled.
• 5/5 from Lorraine Robertson, attended Sep 2026: Was so good to have a one to one, the teacher, sorry can't remember her name was patient and understanding, answered questions and explained everything. Would definitely recommend
• 4/5 from Natalie McKaig, attended Aug 2026: I would have given this a 5 star review had it not been for the fact that I had not previously been told only one type and make of machine be used for demonstration purposes - not the one I have! Ellie was brilliant, very knowledgeable, able to answer all my questions and able to demonstrate the things I had asked for. She was also very patient. The hour passed very quickly. Would definitely recommend.
• 5/5 from Lachlanina McGilchrist, attended Jul 2026: Really helpful, patient and positive instructress. She made sure what she said was fully understood
• 5/5 from Felix Marquez, attended May 2026: It was a very good session that met my expectations perfectly. The atmosphere was relaxed, the teacher was knowledgeable, and I felt much more confident afterwards. I would highly recommend it to anyone who wants to start machine sewing, as well as to anyone who is self-taught and wants to try more advanced techniques, such as buttonholes or learning all the secrets of their sewing machine.
• 5/5 from Michele McGill, attended Dec 2025: A complete sewing machine novice, had a very informative and hands on time at Hobbycraft on a one to one. From setting up the machine, hemming, sewing on zips and even making button holes and attaching buttons. Highly recommended.
• 5/5 from Emma Whittington, attended Nov 2025: The teacher was very helpful and knowledgable. I really enjoyed the class and left inspired. I used a gift card for the class and it was easy to set up.
• 5/5 from Wilma Shearer, attended Oct 2025: Thoroughly enjoyed the one to one session. Excellent tutor. Good communication as there was time to ask questions.
• 5/5 from Tracey Murray, attended Aug 2025: Ellie showed me how to set up machine and got me to do it was interested in why I wanted to sew, giving me ideas and showing me the things I said I wanted to do. First class service
• 5/5 from Lorna Wotherspoon, attended Jul 2025: Before Ellie I had a sewing machine sitting in a box. After Ellie I am confident and eager to get it working. She was competent patient and encouraging. Could it be any better?
• 5/5 from Deirdre Neville, attended Apr 2025: Elle was great with my daughter and clearly explained how to set up her sewing machine and see a zip. She was friendly, patient and knowledgeable and has given my daughter much more confidence about sewing!
• 5/5 from Donna Copland, attended Apr 2025: Ellie was fantastic, no pressure helped me overcome my fear of a sewing machine. Than you so much xxx
• 5/5 from Lynne McLaren, attended Apr 2025: Was very happy with my tutor So much so I purchased a sewing machine as she made it all seem effortless
• 5/5 from Joyce Sowden, attended Feb 2025: I thoroughly enjoyed the class and also Pauline my teacher? Was excellent. I would probably take part in another class in the future.
• 5/5 from Amanda Parker, attended Jan 2025: The class was fantastic for me and my 7 year old as an introduction to our sewing machine, we learned so much. Pauline was fantastic at explaining everything.
• 5/5 from Linda Smith, attended Dec 2024: Very friendly and knowledgeable teacher. Walked me through all the functions of the machine and let me try a few different tasks. Gave advice on a couple of projects that I have in mind so I now feel confident to get stated! Excellent value for money.
• 5/5 from Pamela Smith, attended Nov 2024: Had a really good 1–1 sewing lesson with Pauline.Very kind and patient and explained everything very clearly.Would highly recommend doing this workshop.Many thanks
• 5/5 from Trisha Hughes, attended Oct 2024: 121 sewing class with Pauline in Dundee store was excellent. She was really patient and great at explaining things. I took a project along for the class and she gave great advice and really helped me take it to the next stage. I’ll have another lesson or two so that I continue to build my confidence..
• 5/5 from Janice Reid-Foster, attended Oct 2024: It was nice. Pauline explained things clearly and took her time. She gave plenty of helpful tips.
• 5/5 from Corrina, attended Sep 2024: Elle made me feel comfortable and explained everything amazingly. I went home and got to grips with my machine so much better than before! Having the materials provided as well was helpful and I loved that I got to keep what I did to see how I improved.
• 5/5 from Leigh Nicol, attended Jul 2024: I had a lovely lady called Pauline for my 1-1 sewing workshop. She was patient and very encouraging. She gave great advice and helped me to feel confident. She also gave me information on equipment and how to progress and how workshops can help with specific lessons. I highly recommend these workshops and will definitely be returning. Great value for money.
• 5/5 from Rachel Ritchie, attended Jun 2024: Excellent teacher. I have forgetting her name as there was so much to learn but she was brilliant. Covered everything I wanted to do. Wasn’t rushed. Easily explained and uninterrupted. Very good value for money. I feel confident I can complete my project now.
• 5/5 from Mark, attended Jun 2024: Pauline is absolutely amazing she takes her time explains things very well and goes over things until it clicks I am already planning to book another session
• 5/5 from Paula Henderson, attended May 2024: My daughter absolutely loved her one to one time and learned loads. Would definitely recommend.
• 5/5 from Helen McLaren, attended Mar 2024: Really helpful tutorial with Pauline. She introduced me to the basics of using a sewing machine.
• 5/5 from Trisha Hughes, attended Feb 2024: I’m new to sewing and found this an excellent introduction. Pauline (my tutor) was very good and made the lesson really interesting covering threading the machine and different stitch techniques. She genuinely helped build my confidence so that I can go away and start a project.
• 5/5 from Carol, attended Nov 2023: Met with Pauline today, she was lovely, very patient and helpful. She explained everything that I was not so sure about and took me through step by step until it clicked! Would definitely recommend, can’t wait to do some projects myself.
• 5/5 from Morag Beckett, attended Oct 2023: Pauline was excellent. She taught me the basics of my new machine and shared her obvious knowledge. I look forward to returning for some more teaching
• 5/5 from Evelyn Bricknal, attended Aug 2023: Very friendly and put me at ease. Instructions clear and let me try myself. Worth the money and would recommend.
• 5/5 from Susan, attended Aug 2023: This was excellent. Ann the tutor had phoned me a few days beforehand so we could discuss my expectations of the course, and she used this as the basis for a student centred teaching session. I had done some sewing before and needed a refresher rather than starting from beginning and Ann was quick to identify and build on what I already knew. She was easy to talk to and her advice was to the point and helpful. Highly recommended
• 4/5 from Theresa Sandeman, attended Aug 2023: Pauline was very good and patient. As a complete beginner the class has given me confidence in going and trying out things by myself.
• 5/5 from Glen Angus, attended Jul 2023: My 13 year old took the class to learn basics of our sewing machine. The teacher was knowledgeable, calm and encouraging which helped my child build their confidence. My child says “the staff was great and I’m glad I took the class”
• 5/5 from Neil Davies, attended Jun 2023: My young daughter and I are amazed at how friendly and professional our teacher was. We learnt so much more than we expected and my daughter loves a bag she got to make. Will definitely return for more lessons
• 5/5 from Gozde Ozakinci, attended Mar 2023: Pauline was absolutely amazing. Calm and very knowledgeable and supportive. Gave me lots of confidence. The venue was good but a more private area would be good as she was getting lots of questions from customers. But she was the best teacher.
• 5/5 from Cheryl Tierney, attended Feb 2023: Fantastic experience- everything provided for me to learn in a lovely clean environment, very knowledgeable, informative and patient teacher, would highly recommend! Thanks Pauline :)
• 5/5 from Ava Batchelor, attended Jan 2023: Ava loved the lesson and learned a few more tips for using granny’s sewing machine. I liked the teacher she was very nice and patient. Surroundings were good in hobby craft right in the heart of the shop not tucked away. Ava would like another lesson to try make something. The shapes that you get on material to go round are a good starter. Thank you very much. Ava
• 5/5 from Angela Livingstone, attended Dec 2022: Teacher was great, explained everything from start to finish, allowed me to do everything instead of just watching, location was good and all materials were provided, would recommend to any learners to book a session as it helped me with all I needed to know to start me off, left feeling like I accomplished a goal and got rid of my fear of doing it wrong.
• 5/5 from Nichola McCourty, attended Dec 2022: Very good thank you. My machine will now be used - knowing I can use it.
• 5/5 from Kay Lamb, attended Nov 2022: As a complete beginner, I was led through the basics and, thanks to the encouragement of the teacher (Pauline), I was able to re-hem a fraying towel as well as gaining lots of useful hints and tips. I now have more confidence in using my machine, even to the point of fixing mistakes and problems, all of which are a learning opportunity. I’m really looking forward to doing more with my machine now and would wholeheartedly recommend a workshop to anyone looking to gain confidence.
• 5/5 from Jennifer Lee, attended Oct 2022: Class was well presented and I was made to feel at ease. Learned a lot and would definitely book another class when I need advice on my sewing.
• 5/5 from June Bell, attended Oct 2022: I was needing confidence and a few hints to get back to sewing and I got all that along with some great tips. It was a great hour and I got the chance to try stitches I had never done before. Thoroughly enjoyed it and would definitely go again if I had a specific need.
• 5/5 from Elvira Rosa, attended Oct 2022: Nice teacherGood information to start off with my sewing machine. I will be able to sew different fabrics.
• 5/5 from Aileen Qumsieh, attended Sep 2022: Wendy was very knowledgeable and helpful. She explained and demonstrated the basics which allowed me to try some sewing. The environment is good. Overall the workshop was good value giving me confidence to have a go myself.
• 5/5 from Danielle Stevens, attended Sep 2022: Clare was incredible! I told her I needed a dummies guide! She was so patient! Talked me through everything step by step and let me try everything! The venue was great! Lots of room to move around and also allowed me to bring my 3 month old son The materials were great! Was able to use the same sewing machine that I own so it was really beneficial and they had a range of different fabrics so I could get a feel for evething. Definitely value for money and I would absolute pay the same if not more again! I learn how to properly get everything set up! How to use the machine effectively! The thing I like the most is how much more confident I felt about using my machine when I left! Went home and got straight to it! Had no issues like I did before! Was great!
• 5/5 from Samantha, attended Jul 2022: Ann was very helpful and knowledgeable about sewing and dressmaking. I really appreciate her expertise.
• 5/5 from Sheila Gibbs, attended Jul 2022: Wendy was great. Very helpful for my journey into dressmaking. Can highly recommend a lesson
• 5/5 from Sheila Maclean, attended Jun 2022: I'm a confident beginner &was looking to upskill my knowledge. Wendy was brilliant very patient, explained everything clearly. I went with specific questions about button holes, twin needles, how to use certain sewing feet. I was shown all of this & some really cool techniques with the darning foot. I went home and practised and will continue to do so. This class is so worth it Wendy was very knowledgeable and gave me a great sense of confidence and enthusiasm. I would highly recommend to anyone looking to upskill.
• 5/5 from Ruth Downie, attended Jun 2022: Wendy is an amazing teacher, so great with my daughter. I would highly recommend her beginners sewing workshops to anyone interested.
• 5/5 from Ruth Downie, attended Apr 2022: Great one to one class. Wendy was very knowledgeable and a great help. I’m feeling very confident about using my machine now.
• 5/5 from Ruth Downie, attended Apr 2022: I really enjoyed learning how to use my sewing machine. I’m having lots of fun doing my homework