One-to-one Sewing Workshop

Join us in store and talk to a craft expert for tips and advice on your sewing machine or project!



1 hour Class size 1 on 1       £28 Now £22.40

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Order on or before 21 Oct, for a discounted price of £22.40 per guest (usually £28).

Join a Hobbycraft Colleague one-to-one and ask any questions you have about your sewing machine! Need help setting up your new machine? Want to learn about how to use certain tools and accessories? Getting stuck on a certain technique? Our craft expert will share tips and advice tailored to you.

This is suitable for beginners looking to get started in sewing, providing the opportunity to get all the answers you need. It’s a great way to get a feel for your sewing machine, troubleshoot any problems you’re having with your current project in an easy, direct way or learn about features you’re not as confident with yet.

During the booking process, you’ll have the opportunity to let your Colleague know what you would like to focus on during the session. They’ll be able to prepare for a personalised workshop that answers all of your questions.

You’re sure to walk away a sewing pro, ready to take your designs to a new level!

*Please note that your workshop host will only have access to sewing machines that are currently stocked in Hobbycraft stores.

**Children 12 years and over can book onto this workshop but please note all children under the age of 18 will need parental/guardian supervision for the duration of the workshop. 

Bring a friend: You can now use the £5 add-on feature at checkout to invite a friend along with you, whether you’re working on a project together or you’d simply prefer having some company during the session. Your friend can enjoy any demonstrations given, and they are free to ask questions, but they will not receive the same practical, direct one-to-one support as is offered to the lead participant.

Keeping everyone safe

At Hobbycraft, we want our workshops to be enjoyable, inclusive, and safe for everyone. Some workshops are suitable for children, and where this is the case, a parent or legal guardian is responsible for supervising their child at all times unless the workshop is clearly stated as suitable for independent attendance. Our colleagues and instructors are there to guide the activity and support a safe environment, and if any concerns about safety or wellbeing arise during a workshop, these should be raised with a member of staff straight away.

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Knowledge required
  • Perfect for beginners!
What to bring
  • Details of the sewing machine, technique or project you would like help with
  • Please do not bring your own Sewing Machine, there will be machines provided in store
Add-on available for this class
  • Bring a friend (£5)
You can add this when you book (optional).
Location

Hobbycraft Swindon - Unit 1B, St Margaret's RP, Oxford Road, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN3 4ES

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Recent reviews of One-to-one Sewing Workshop

  • 5/5 from Jacqui Knight, attended Sep 2026: Instructor was very welcoming and friendly. I needed help with my new sewing machine. It turned out that my machine wasn't working properly and most of the lesson was troubleshooting. She was very helpful and arranged a refund. Also offered me more time free of charge. Would thoroughly recommend.
  • 5/5 from Lottie Jace Pierce, attended Jul 2026: Absolutely amazing, Sarah was so lovely and a great teacher, even helping me out with which machine to buy after. Definitely worth it.
  • 5/5 from Barbara Ann Graham, attended Jun 2026: I had a one to one sewing lesson. My teacher was excellent and very informative with good knowledge.
  • 5/5 from Paulyne Woods, attended Feb 2026: Sarah explained everything in an easy to understand way. I learnt how to thread the machine and bobbin, how the machine works and about the use of the different stitches, how to do a button hole and what tension and stitches to use on different fabrics. I will book future classes in how to put in a zip and how to follow a pattern. Very enjoyable class, which I had done it ages ago.
  • 5/5 from Nicky, attended Feb 2026: Absolutely brilliant one to one with Sarah re embroidery Machine. Answered all my questions and more. Helped and advised on products i needed for my project. Swindon certainly go over and above helping customers Great service
  • 5/5 from Jackie, attended Jan 2026: Sarah was patient and by helping me to understand my overlocker has given me the confidence to use it. She was so lovely and gave great advice and tips. I would not hesitate booking a one to one session again.
  • 5/5 from Alicja Mazurkiewicz, attended Jan 2026: I learnt how to set up a sewing machine and how to use the different stitches and when, I learnt how to go around corners and curves. My teacher was really nice and helpful and was very confident in explaining and answering my questions.
  • 5/5 from Julie Stubbs, attended Nov 2025: Very clear instructions, patient and willing to help. I was taught how to set up the sewing machine, bobbin, what all the different settings meant and about clothing patterns. The teacher was enthusiastic and encouraging, giving tips about what to do and how I might be able to go about my goal.
  • 5/5 from Anonymised ClassBento customer, attended Sep 2025: A refresher course for using a sewing machine for the first time in decades, on the same model that I had just bought. I learned the basics of using the machine and changing the needle, feet etc. I was able to try the buttonhole function for the first time ever. The teacher, Sarah, was friendly & patient and was able to answer all of my queries. All relevant materials & tools were supplied. It gave me the confidence to return to machine sewing and try some new projects.
  • 5/5 from Jenny Harrison, attended Sep 2025: Sarah was so helpful in getting me comfortable with my new sewing machine, as it had been many years since I last used one.
  • 1/5 from Liz Nelson, attended Sep 2025: I have submitted a complaint following this afternoon’s one to one sewing workshop. The lady delivering the workshop agreed it was a waste of my time and money and if I contacted Customer Services I could probably get my money refunded.
  • 5/5 from Helen Eggleton, attended Apr 2025: Sarah was lovely and very knowledgeable, just what I needed to buy a new machine. We tried two machines, self threaders, and went through the setting and different stitches. Know I can buy with confidence that the machine will suit my needs
  • 5/5 from Kate Dixon, attended Apr 2025: Very friendly, great overview of how to use the machine.
  • 5/5 from Bernadine Walton, attended Apr 2025: Sewing Machine Workshop for starting from absolute basics. Excellent tutor (lovely lady!) and excellent, clear instructions. Came away with a good knowledge of the machine and how to use it, which is just what my daughter and I wanted. We also came away with a Hobbycraft 19S sewing machine which we bought in store! No excuse now not to get sewing! Great!
  • 5/5 from Julie Moss, attended Mar 2025: My daughter and I had an amazing sewing machine lesson! It was both informative and fun, making it the perfect learning experience. Sarah was incredibly patient and explained everything so clearly, ensuring we felt confident every step of the way. Her teaching style made even the tricky parts easy to understand. The lesson was fantastic value for the quality of instruction and the knowledge we gained. Highly recommend!
  • 5/5 from Linda Gatehouse, attended Jan 2025: Brilliant guidance and general information, has given me the confidence to really have a go at mastering some of the sewing machine skills I've not yet attempted.
  • 5/5 from Carolyn Merritt, attended Oct 2024: Class was very good. I was keen to learn about my machine - how to thread the machine: how to thread the bobbin and what settings are required for various fabrics. Sarah was very helpful and I have come away with more confidence to try out the various settings of my machine and also sewing a garment of my own. Thank you Sarah.
  • 5/5 from Lucia, attended Sep 2024: Really kind teacher. She explained everything really well and used the same model we have at home! We learned how to set up the machine and do some basic stitching.
  • 5/5 from Dawn Wick, attended Jul 2024: Sara was very friendly and helpful. I learned what I needed to know. I even brought a new machine. We were very happy with our lesson. Thank you ️
  • 5/5 from Lorna, attended Jul 2024: Sarah was a great teacher. Fun and informative. I felt under no pressure to buy. (I did buy the silver 1080 sewing machine)
  • 5/5 from Jill Elbourn, attended Jul 2024: Sarah was very knowledgeable, informative and helpful. I didn't have a set agenda for the lesson but just wanted to feel more confident at using my new machine. I came away feeling enthused and equipped. Thank you Sarah!
  • 5/5 from Claire, attended Apr 2024: Really great workshop. Sarah was very patient and able to tailor it my needs. I feel much more confident and am keen to practice what I have learnt!
  • 5/5 from Anonymised ClassBento customer, attended Apr 2024: We had a fantastic experience at my ten year old daughter's first Sewing Machine 1:1 Class today in Swindon today. Her teacher (Sarah) was incredible helpful, kind and patient. My daughter has autism and often finds new experiences difficult but she was at ease and thoroughly enjoyed the lesson. She left with lots of confidence and excited about her first sewing project. Big thanks to Sarah.
  • 5/5 from Anonymised ClassBento customer, attended Mar 2024: We booked this class to learn how to use a sewing machine. Our teacher, Sarah, was very good at explaining the basics of the machine and was very knowledgeable about sewing. She recommended some easy sewing patterns and had some great tips for beginners.
  • 5/5 from Linda Everard, attended Mar 2024: The teacher was very patient and informative. She took lots of time to make sure I was ok with the information she gave me. A lovely lady.
  • 5/5 from Sarah Hawes, attended Mar 2024: Sarah was very friendly and professional and really knew everything that I needed to know and answered all of my questions regarding my sewing machine.
  • 5/5 from Shanice, attended Feb 2024: Was so nervous for my first lesson etc. But it was amazing! She made me feel welcomed, taught me some techniques and boosted my confident alot
  • 5/5 from Shirley, attended Feb 2024: Sarah was very helpful and friendly, showed me the different stitch on the machine and how to use it, and which would be best for what I made sewing. She even got a pattern out and showed me how easy it is to use
  • 4/5 from Natalie Bennett, attended Feb 2024: I enjoyed the class the teacher was really friendly and I learned alot just need to practice materials were provided which was easy to use just a shame it wasn't longer as I found I could have learned more if there was more time but I still liked the class
  • 5/5 from Elaina, attended Jan 2024: Sarah was excellent! So patient and very knowledgeable, she put me at ease quickly and I throughly enjoyed myself.
  • 5/5 from George Barker, attended Jan 2024: I thought the lesson was great. I was learning to get going on a sewing machine and was given the chance to try a couple of brands and see how I feel with them. The teacher was really friendly and super clear with their instructions. I left fully inspired and will be purchasing a machine asap!
  • 5/5 from Becky Howells, attended Jan 2024: Fast response to booking request, super helpful teacher, all round great experience! Definitely recommend the service.
  • 5/5 from Laura Conger, attended Oct 2023: Sarah was brilliant. I am a beginner and she helped me learn the machine and answered my many questions. She was very knowledgeable and took her time to explain the basics. Great session! I would highly recommend a session.
  • 5/5 from Suzanne Wright, attended Sep 2023: Sarah was fantastic, patient and knowledgable. She helped me loads and I can't recommend her enough.
  • 5/5 from Sandra Waite, attended Aug 2023: Hannah was brilliant showed me everything I needed to know and more. I now look forward to using my new machine.
  • 5/5 from Rebecca Blaylock, attended Jul 2023: The lesson was fantastic we had two lovely ladies and they were both excellant, we will definately be continuing with some more lessons.
  • 5/5 from Cheryl Elias, attended Jul 2023: Hannah was an excellent teacher and I found the work shop most helpful. I’ll definitely book another one.
  • 5/5 from Sharon Titcombe, attended May 2023: Teacher was very good. Learned what I book the class for. Very impressive with the lesson.
  • 5/5 from Claire Monk, attended May 2023: Hannah was fantastic, talked me through the sewing machines on offer and then helped me decided on where to start with 'test driving ' a new one. She ensured I had everything I wanted and did not push me into a bigger or more expensive model. Had my previous one 30+ years and technology has moved on somewhat. Great session, lots of fun and laughter. Would highly recommend.
  • 5/5 from Bridget Jones, attended Mar 2023: Definitely value for money. Hannah was an excellent teacher, extremely pleasant and made the session thoroughly enjoyable. The time flew and I would recommend to my friends and family
  • 5/5 from Vanessa Margrave, attended Jan 2023: Hannah was amazing. Not only a fabulous and very patient teacher, but the nicest person you could wish to meet! I’m looking forward to booking another course with her asap.
  • 4/5 from Harriet Wallace, attended Oct 2022: My granddaughter enjoyed her sewing lesson. Got lots of good tips. Teacher was very good with her.
  • 5/5 from Anne Normington, attended Sep 2022: The teacher was supportive and helpful. She used a pre-defined series of activities to introduce me to the sewing machine. She was then able to address the issues I was finding with my own project. She allowed me to use my own machine which, for a beginner, learning to thread etc was invaluable. Lots of useful sewing / dressmaking tips I had not gathered from my own pre-course reading.
  • 5/5 from Rimante Caplinskaite, attended Jul 2022: Amazing lady with great knowledge, workshop area was tidy, we use brand new sewing machine and all I needed was provided
  • 5/5 from Sarah Honeybone, attended Jun 2022: Hannah was a great teacher and talked me through what I came to learn. Thoroughly enjoyed and would recommend!
  • 5/5 from Freya Eltham, attended May 2022: Heather was great, so patient and knowledgeable. A really kind encouraging person. Have already booked in the next session!
  • 5/5 from Yvonne Usher-Benwell, attended Apr 2022: As a total novice with a sewing machine I really can't recommend this course highly enough. All the information I needed was delivered in a clear manner by Hannah and the chance to do as well as listen has hopefully helped me to retain the information.
  • 5/5 from Clare Longhurst, attended Nov 2021: Excellent work shop one to one has given me much more confidence to tackle more difficult projects would highly recommend will be booking my next lesson.
  • 5/5 from Clare Longhurst, attended Oct 2021: Another fantastic session with Hannah using my sewing machine now properly set up using easy steps to follow.Covered patterns seam allowance and to machine a tote bag next time we are covering button holes and zips. Hannah is a great teacher patient and gave me a lot of confidence being an absolute beginner. Plenty of space provided to set everything up for the lesson. Great all round service.
  • 5/5 from Su Byrne, attended Sep 2021: Hannah was fantastic- so patient and helpful, really understood my needs about the sewing machine and projects. I came away inspired and so grateful for her knowledge. Thank you I will definitely book for another session
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Hobbycraft Swindon
Hobbycraft Swindon

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The largest arts and crafts retailer in the UK, passion for crafting is at the heart of everything Hobbycraft does. This is reflected in the creative and knowledgeable colleagues you’ll meet in stores, as well as the vast range of carefully selected products for all types of crafting.
Throughout the year, Hobbycraft host a variety of workshops in stores and online, designed to give everyone the opportunity to master a new craft or refine a long-time favourite. Whether you want to enjoy crafting from the comfort of your own home or you’re looking to meet new people as you get making, these craft workshops offer something for everyone.
Most of our workshops are led by colleagues from Hobbycraft stores across the UK, including craft experts from our Hobbycraft Artisan programme. They use their expertise in specific areas of craft to create workshops that show participants new skills and inspire future projects.

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