One-to-one Sewing Workshop

Recent reviews of One-to-one Sewing Workshop

• 5/5 from Sharon Newton, attended Oct 2025: I haven’t used a sewing machine for over 40 years, it was good to lean how to thread the machine and wind the bobbin and practice sewing. I am now keen to purchase a machine and get on with some projects
• 5/5 from Emma Gurhy, attended Oct 2025: Karen was extremely friendly and quickly understood my requirements. Throughout the class she was patient and attentive and gave me lots of encouragement and confidence. Would highly recommend.
• 4/5 from Cherrill Hembr, attended Aug 2025: It was fairly good and I found Karen to be very helpful. I had expected to go to a dedicated work room but we were at a table in the store which meant that we got interrupted by other customers asking for help. I had hoped that various machines would be set up ready to go but time was wasted in plugging in and setting up a couple of machines. I ended up buying a Hobbycraft machine and was very surprised not to get a money off voucher to either set against the machine or another product. All in all quite good but it should be so much better, I certainly didn’t get my moneys worth although, as I said, Karen was as good as she could be.
• 5/5 from Lorraine, attended Jul 2025: I wanted a chance to get to grips with a sewing machine as ive not used one since was at school some 40+ years ago! Karen was extremely patient and very knowledgeable and I left the workshop feeling very confident. A sewing machine for my birthday is now the plan!
• 5/5 from Sharon Francis, attended Jul 2025: Karen was amazing. Patient and explained things in a way I could understand. Thank you so much ️
• 3/5 from Jane Bailey, attended Jul 2025: Karen was very knowledgeable and professional. However too much time was waisted finding the different attachments so I could try out machine. Would like to have tried another but run out of time. I feel also it was a lot of money for just trying out the sewing machine and this should have been done at no cost as I was potentially looking at buying a new sewing machine.
• 5/5 from Julia Ball, attended Jun 2025: What a wonderful hour spent with Anna! She listened to my reasoning for wanting the lesson and gave great suggestions around suitable machines for me. Anna was VERY patient with me and gently explained each step from setting up the machine to the types of stitches. I was able to do a good amount of practical practice also. Anna was so good and I would heartily recommend her to anyone who is starting from scratch as I was. Since my lesson I have made some very basic bags and hemmed some old cut-off jogging bottoms. Anna reassured me that it was ok to not be perfect and with practice I’d find my lane. She also gave some valuable hints and tips. Many thanks Anna
• 5/5 from Holly, attended Mar 2025: I had a fantastic time today! I have used a machine in the past but couldn’t remember how to thread etc. By the end of my session I felt confident. I was also thankful for the expert advice I received. I am now excited to have a go at sewing using my machine.
• 5/5 from Nikki Garrod, attended Mar 2025: Excellent 1:1 sewing workshop. As a complete beginner I can now set up and use my Hobbycraft 19S starter sewing machine. Karen explained so well, showing me first then it was my turn to set it up and use. Karen’s a great patient teacher full of much advice. She advised me how to repair a tshirt I took along as my first mini sewing project. I know if I encounter any issues I contact her/others at Hobbycraft Taunton. I highly recommend! Thank you again, Karen, for all your help this morning.
• 5/5 from Tess Gale, attended Feb 2025: My teacher Anna was absolutely brilliant, really clear and patient as I am a total beginner. I was nervous but she was very encouraging and I ended up having a great time. I shall be back for another class for next steps once I've had a chance to practice the basics a bit.
• 5/5 from Julie Ludwik, attended Nov 2024: I booked a class as I wanted to learn more about the functions on my sewing machine. My teacher was really friendly and helpful. She was able to answer all of my questions and gave me some additional tops and contacts. I came away very pleased that I had booked a class.
• 4/5 from Anonymised ClassBento customer, attended Sep 2024: My session was about what sewing machine I could get as a beginner. I also learned the basics of how to get started. The teacher(Karen) was quite friendly. I will recommend the course, you learn a lot in an hour session.
• 5/5 from Sarah Gardner, attended Aug 2024: I thought the one to one session was exactly what I needed to advise me and give me guidance in buying the right sewing machine for me. Anna was very helpful and patient and her knowledge of the machine was great. I could have easily bought a machine on line but glad I bought mine through my local hobby craft where I spoke to Anna who was engaging and made the experience so much easier. I even went home and mended an item on clothing that I’ve been putting off doing for a long time due to her clear directions!
• 4/5 from Julie Izard, attended Jul 2024: The lady was very friendly and helpful with all our questions. she showed us all that we’d ask about understanding the sewing machine & how to use it & we had a try ourselves. The only thing I would say is that we’re wasn’t much structure to the hour, we were asked what we wanted to do but sometimes that’s difficult to say when you’re a novice!
• 5/5 from Fern Avis, attended Jun 2024: My daughter really enjoyed her sewing machine class. It was great value for a 1 to 1 session and I feel like we can really get started on some projects. Anna was very knowledgeable and explained everything really well.
• 5/5 from Christine Scott, attended May 2024: The session was everything I wanted it to be. Anna was knowledgeable and friendly and answered all questions expertly. I was able to test the machine most suitable to my needs which took all the uncertainty from my purchase. A thoroughly enjoyable experience. I will certainly book another session if I require expert help with future projects.
• 5/5 from Ann Birch-Bennett, attended Apr 2024: Anna was very welcoming and accommodating. With her help I was able to complete my first project. Her knowledge and patience made it a very enjoyable session.
• 5/5 from Irene Cristofaro, attended Mar 2024: Anna was lovely, she looked after my daughter and me beautifully. Anne was very clear and answered to all our questions. We will be back. Thank you so much
• 5/5 from Melenie Certain, attended Feb 2024: Fantastic lesson in bunting making and how to use a sewing machine. All Materials were provided. Showed me loads of simple hacks to make my sewing project easier. The lesson was relaxed and I came away confident in using a sewing machine. Pointed me in the right direction of materials and equipment that I needed.
• 4/5 from Diane Phillips, attended Nov 2023: Anna showed me how to operate my new hobbeycraft 32s sewing machine stitching straight zigzag and embroidery type stitching plus how to operate the buttonhole attachment. She introduced me to a big specially designed bag to hold my machine too. I'm glad I went but it seems expensive £16 to book a workshop when paying £145 for my new machine. Hopefully I can now get underway although it might take several attempts at threading etc as all machines are different. Thank you Anna as you were very knowledgeable and helpful too.
• 5/5 from Erika Varga, attended Oct 2023: Anna was great. I didn't have any experience about sewing and she explained everything to me. Showed me how to do the basic, we talked about techniques, fabrics and machines. I really enjoyed it.
• 5/5 from Joueline Rachidha Soa, attended Sep 2023: Very lovely teacher and she explained everything very well. For the practice, fabric was provided.
• 5/5 from Charlotte Edmonds, attended Aug 2023: Anna was an excellent teacher who clearly knows her way around a sewing machine. The table was set up at the back of the shop with all the equipment we needed. Anna asked lots of questions to check what I wanted to know and was able to answer all my questions about machines. I came away feeling confident and ready to try some new projects.
• 5/5 from Diane Bool, attended Jul 2023: Very helpful and friendly, got what I needed out of workshop. Would use again thanks
• 5/5 from Liz Cole, attended Jun 2023: I found the workshop both really enjoyable and helpful. The teacher was friendly and approachable. She explained about different sewing machines which has helped me narrow down my choices. I enjoyed having a go at a few stitches and came away inspired! Thank you Anna :)
• 5/5 from Jenny Pavey, attended May 2023: Brilliant workshop, spent an uninterrupted hour learning about free motion embroidery. Anna, the teacher, was full of useful tips, very friendly and helpful. The Singer sewing machine that was provided was a joy to use. I learnt so much that I am now confident to continue with free motion embroidery at home. So good that you offer these workshops locally, for me just 1/2 an hour away. Learning whilst doing it with a teacher is so beneficial to mastering a new craft/ skill. Great value for money, great experience, thank you.
• 5/5 from Kaitlynne Limberg, attended May 2023: I had a really great time, Anna was an amazing teacher, thank you very much.
• 5/5 from Kelly Salter, attended May 2023: Anna was amazing! Lots of patients, very informative and my daughter came away knowing how to make bunting and a cushion cover. She also gave lots of advice on what to buy to make things easier for her on her sewing journey. We will definitely book again when she wants to move on to more difficult projects.
• 5/5 from Michelle Mellon, attended Feb 2023: The teacher Anna was great and has given me the confidence to start sewing again after a long absence. They gave me advice on different kinds of needles and feet for different sewing tasks compatible with my sewing machine. We looked at different threads, clips, pins, cutters and other accessories I might need to get me started, Anna also inspired me with some simple sewing ideas for beginners using fat quarters. Anna was informed, friendly and knowledgeable and really put me at ease. We threaded the machine, practiced some stitches and looked at all the functions until I felt more confident. It was a good value workshop and I would definitely recommend it to others. Thank you Anna and Hobbycraft.
• 5/5 from Paul Rodber, attended Dec 2022: Absolutely lovely helpful girl. Very knowledgeable and nothing was to much trouble. Explained everything i needed to know in easy to understand terms.
• 5/5 from Ellie Gale, attended Dec 2022: Thank you Anna for being so very helpful and for advising me on buying a sewing machine to suit my ability. I will definitely pop in again.
• 5/5 from Sam Mills, attended Nov 2022: Couldn't be happier helpful friendly can't wait for the next one after Christmas
• 5/5 from Maria Fenton, attended Nov 2022: Sue was brilliant she made me feel at ease straight away. Very patient with me and answered all the questions I asked her.
• 5/5 from Hannah Thomas, attended Aug 2022: My teacher Kim was extremely knowledgeable and helpful. She explained things clearly and then supported me to have a go. She answered all my questions and gave me some great tips. She even said i could go back if I had any further questions. Kim is a perfect teacher and made me feel really at ease and confident. I can now use my sewing machine by myself. Thanks Kim, I will be back soon to join a sewing craft group.
• 5/5 from Gail Davis, attended Mar 2022: This workshop was brilliant! Kimberley made me feel very welcome and relaxed and she took me through everything I wanted to learn. She was very knowledgeable and gave me some great tips. I have come away feeling confident and can’t wait to practice what she taught me. I would recommend the workshop and will go back for another one if I need any more help and advice. Thank you Kimberley!
• 5/5 from Suzanne Young, attended Feb 2022: Highly recommend this workshop. As an absolute beginner who wants to learn but hasn’t a clue, this was ideal! Kim understood exactly what I wanted to learn and needed to know, explaining fully not just the basics but also the possibilities. The workshops are great for me as I can learn at my pace. Most importantly Kim has given me the confidence to carry on with this new hobby, I will be booking more workshops.
• 5/5 from Krisztina Varga, attended Feb 2022: Today I had sewing workshop with Anna. She was very nice and helpful. She taught me how to use my machine, basic sewing techniques. I am more confident now to start this new hobby. In the end of class She gave me more sheets to practice as well. Thank you
• 5/5 from Vicki Smith, attended Sep 2021: Teacher was very good and helpful. The material template was fantastic. Learnt all the basics which is why I had gone