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Sewing and Textile Classes Edinburgh
Stitch away your stress with one of our 2026 textiles and sewing classes in Edinburgh! Learn from talented local artisans a variety of textile crafts such as macrame, embroidery, knitting, crochet, punch needling and fibre art. Our experienced friendly teachers will help you to learn new techniques while having a great time with like-minded people. Whether you’re looking for fun things to do in Edinburgh or a new hobby to sink your hands into, our classes are perfect for anyone looking to relax and get creative!
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Beginner Sewing Course
5.0 (390)
11 years in business
Runs regularly
Edinburgh
1 to 6 guests
£65
Beginner Sewing Class - Make a Tote Bag
5.0 (31)
5 years in business
Runs regularly
Edinburgh
1 to 5 guests
£42
Beginner's Guide to Crochet
5.0 (111)
Only 2 dates left
Edinburgh
1 to 5 guests
£29
Sewing Class: Drop-in
5.0 (34)
Runs regularly
Edinburgh
1 to 5 guests
£24
Leather Work Class: Book Binding Workshop
5.0 (18)
26 years in business
Runs regularly
Edinburgh
/ Mobile
1 to 6 guests
£75 - £95
Miniature Landscape Embroidery Class
5.0 (30)
11 years in business
Only 1 date left
Edinburgh
1 to 8 guests
£55
Crystal Jewellery Weaving Workshop - Design Your Own Piece
4.9 (28) (teacher)
Runs regularly
Edinburgh
1 to 12 guests
£42
Punch Needle Embroidery Workshop for Beginners
4.9 (28) (teacher)
Runs regularly
Edinburgh
1 to 12 guests
£32
Crochet Halloween Pumpkin Workshop
5.0 (65) (teacher)
Only 1 date left
Edinburgh
1 to 10 guests
£38 - £40
Needle Felting Workshop
4.9 (28) (teacher)
Runs regularly
Edinburgh
1 to 10 guests
£32
Herbal Sachet Making Workshop
4.9 (28) (teacher)
Runs regularly
Edinburgh
1 to 12 guests
£19
DIY Jute Tote Bag Workshop
4.9 (28) (teacher)
Runs regularly
Edinburgh
1 to 12 guests
£35
Drop in Sewing Workshop
5.0 (159) (teacher)
5 years in business
Only 2 dates left
Edinburgh
1 to 5 guests
£28
Level 1 Basic Beginners Sewing Machine Class
5.0 (75)
Runs regularly
Edinburgh
1 to 5 guests
£39
Botanical Embroidery Class
4.9 (34)
11 years in business
Only 1 date left
Edinburgh
1 to 8 guests
£65
Six Week Garment Making Course
4.9 (89)
11 years in business
Runs regularly
Edinburgh
1 to 6 guests
£165
Two-week Upcycling, Alterations and Repair Course
5.0 (31)
Runs regularly
Edinburgh
1 to 5 guests
£60
Repair / Mending Class
5.0 (160) (teacher)
Only 1 date left
Edinburgh
1 to 5 guests
£25
Eco-Lampshade Workshop
5.0 (19) (teacher)
4 years in business
Only 1 date left
Edinburgh
/ Mobile
1 to 15 guests
£49
Embroidery Workshop: Animal Wall Hanging
6 years in business
Runs regularly
Edinburgh
1 to 6 guests
£37 - £40
Introduction to Crochet Workshop
5.0 (11)
Only 2 dates left
Edinburgh
1 to 10 guests
£38
Granny Squares Crochet Class
4.8 (18)
Only 1 date left
Edinburgh
1 to 8 guests
£38
Indian Block Printing with Miffy Textile Studio
4.9 (16) (teacher)
5k followers
Only 1 date left
Falkirk
1 to 15 guests
£35
3 Week Garment Making Course - Daytime Class
4.9 (19)
11 years in business
Only 1 date left
Edinburgh
1 to 6 guests
£165
Sewing Survival Skills Workshop
Runs regularly
Edinburgh
1 to 6 guests
£60
Macrame Wreath Making Workshop
5.0 (6)
5.0 (1k) (teacher)
Only 1 date left
Edinburgh
1 to 8 guests
£50
Level 2 Zipper Wallet Class
5.0 (38)
Runs regularly
Edinburgh
1 to 5 guests
£39
Harris Tweed Patchwork Cushion Workshop
5.0 (1k) (teacher)
11 years in business
Only 1 date left
Edinburgh
1 to 6 guests
£70
Make a Pattern from Your Favourite Clothes Workshop
5.0 (159) (teacher)
14k followers
Only 1 date left
Edinburgh
1 to 6 guests
£110
Harris Tweed Credit Card / Coin Purse Workshop
5.0 (1k) (teacher)
11 years in business
Only 1 date left
Edinburgh
1 to 6 guests
£60
Crochet Bobble Hat Workshop
5.0 (65) (teacher)
Only 1 date left
Edinburgh
1 to 10 guests
£38
Crochet Basket Workshop
5.0 (65) (teacher)
Only 1 date left
Edinburgh
1 to 10 guests
£35 - £38
Pattern Drafting Workshop: Skirt Block
5.0 (159) (teacher)
5 years in business
Only 1 date left
Edinburgh
1 to 6 guests
£95
Harris Tweed Lampmaking Workshop
4.9 (16) (teacher)
5k followers
Only 1 date left
Falkirk
1 to 8 guests
£65
Craft 'n' Sip Kinusaiga Workshop
Only 1 date left
Edinburgh
1 to 20 guests
£40
Make an Upcycled Vest from a Blanket or Quilt: Sewing Course
5.0 (5)
Only 1 date left
Edinburgh
1 to 5 guests
£130
Absolute Beginners Full Day Sewing Workshop
14 years in business
Your choice of time
Edinburgh
1 to 4 guests
£75
1:1 Pattern Drafting or Sewing Lesson
5.0 (25)
5 years in business
Your choice of time
Edinburgh
1 on 1
£115
6 Week Garment Making Course: Make Your Own Clothes
5.0 (11)
Only 2 dates left
Edinburgh
1 to 5 guests
£175
Make Your Leather Wallet, Card Holder or Passport Cover
5.0 (106) (teacher)
Your choice of time
Edinburgh
1 to 6 guests
£55 - £95
Social Sewing Club: Open Studio Sessions
14 years in business
Runs regularly
Edinburgh
1 to 4 guests
£10
Patchwork and Quilting 4 Week Course
5.0 (159) (teacher)
5 years in business
Only 1 date left
Edinburgh
1 to 5 guests
£145
Beginner Patchwork and Quilting Course
14 years in business
Runs regularly
Edinburgh
1 to 4 guests
£195
One-to-one Sewing Workshop
5.0 (48)
Your choice of time
Livingston
1 on 1
£28
Intro to Crochet Workshop - Adults and Kids
5.0 (6)
8+ years & Adults
Only 1 date left
Edinburgh
1 to 4 guests
£18 - £40
Pattern Drafting 2 Day Workshop: Bodice and Sleeve Block
5.0 (10)
Only 1 date left
Edinburgh
1 to 6 guests
£195
One-to-one Sewing Workshop
4.9 (54)
Your choice of time
Falkirk
1 on 1
£28
Pattern Drafting 5 Week Course: Trouser Block
5.0 (7)
5.0 (159) (teacher)
Only 1 date left
Edinburgh
1 to 6 guests
£200
One-to-one Crochet Workshop
5.0 (29)
Your choice of time
Falkirk
1 on 1
£28
Beginners' Embroidery Workshop
5.0 (57)
Your choice of time
Edinburgh
2 to 5 guests
£45
Intermediate Sewing Class - Wash Bag
4.9 (99)
11 years in business
Runs regularly
Edinburgh
1 to 6 guests
£65
One-to-one Crochet Workshop
5.0 (27)
Your choice of time
Edinburgh
1 on 1
£28
One-to-one Sewing Workshop
4.9 (55)
Your choice of time
Edinburgh
1 on 1
£28
Level 3 Intro to Garment Making Class
5.0 (11)
Runs regularly
Edinburgh
1 to 5 guests
£159
Intermediate Sewing Class - Wash Bag - Evening Class
5.0 (29)
11 years in business
Only 1 date left
Edinburgh
1 to 6 guests
£65
Intro to Garment Making Course - Level 4 - Shirt
5.0 (160) (teacher)
Your choice of time
Edinburgh
1 to 5 guests
£159
Private Wet Felting Class with Ali Webster
5.0 (1k) (teacher)
11 years in business
Your choice of time
Edinburgh
1 to 8 guests
£200
Leather Craft Class
5.0 (1)
Your choice of time
East Linton
1 to 15 guests
£40
Beginner's Crochet Workshop: Foundation Stitches
Your choice of time
Musselburgh
1 to 8 guests
£28 - £48
Deep Buttoned Stool Upholstery Workshop
Only 1 date left
Edinburgh
1 to 6 guests
£255
Six Week Tailoring Course
Your choice of time
Edinburgh
1 to 7 guests
£200 - £249
Intermediate Dressmaking Course
5.0 (1k) (teacher)
11 years in business
Your choice of time
Edinburgh
1 to 6 guests
£140
One-Day Beginner Upholstery Workshop - Make Your Own Footstool
5.0 (2)
Your choice of time
Edinburgh
2 to 6 guests
£255
Upcycling, Alterations and Repair Sewing Workshop
5.0 (14)
5 years in business
Your choice of time
Edinburgh
3 to 5 guests
£45
Crochet Bookmark Workshop
4.9 (38) (teacher)
Your choice of time
Edinburgh
1 to 5 guests
£25
Needle Felting Workshop
5.0 (5)
5.0 (1k) (teacher)
Your choice of time
Edinburgh
2 to 8 guests
£50
Scrunchie Sewing Class
5.0 (159) (teacher)
5 years in business
Your choice of time
Edinburgh
3 to 5 guests
£28
Private 1:1 Pattern Drafting Course
5.0 (159) (teacher)
5 years in business
Your choice of time
Edinburgh
1 on 1
£525
Make a Pattern from Your Favourite Clothes Course
5.0 (159) (teacher)
14k followers
Your choice of time
Edinburgh
3 to 6 guests
£115
Crochet Class – Ear Warmers
5.0 (65) (teacher)
Your choice of time
Edinburgh
4 to 10 guests
£38
Beginner's Guide to Crochet
5.0 (78)
Your choice of time
Falkirk
4 to 5 guests
£29
4 Week Upcycling, Alterations and Repair Course
5.0 (159) (teacher)
Your choice of time
Edinburgh
3 to 6 guests
£115
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Textile Workshops and Sewing Classes Edinburgh
Fun and relaxing textile and sewing classes for beginners
Are you looking for fun, creative activities in Edinburgh to try? Our textile and sewing classes are perfect for beginners and offer the chance to explore a variety of new crafty techniques whether you fancy getting hands-on with macrame classes, knitting, crochet and fibre art workshops.
Our experienced teachers will take you step by step through the process of making and crafting something beautiful with fabrics. You’ll have the chance to learn something new, express your creative side and make something that you’ll be proud of.
Ideal if you’re looking for fun things to do in Edinburgh or unique experience gifts for crafty friends and family, our sewing and textiles workshops are an accessible introduction to creating with textiles, whatever your age, ability or interests. If you’re after inspiring ways to be more sustainable at home, learning some basic sewing skills is a brilliant place to start — mending your own clothes saves them from landfill, and keeps a few extra pennies in your pocket. Plus, if you're looking for sewing classes Edinburgh is the place to be! This vibrant and creative city is the ideal location to make your crafty dreams come true.
No prior knowledge is necessary – just an enthusiasm for learning something new! Our classes are designed to introduce you to mindful craft classes in an enjoyable and relaxing environment. You can also use this opportunity to meet like-minded people who share your interest in all things yarn and thread.
So if you’re looking for things to do in Edinburgh or simply fancy trying out a new hobby, our sewing and textile courses offer up a world of crafty opportunities for beginners!
What to expect at our friendly textile courses in Edinburgh
If you’d love to learn to breathe new life into old clothes with some stitching and mending techniques, kick off the journey toward making your own dresses or want to inject some colour and fun into your day with some inspirational quilting, our beginner sewing classes and textile workshops in Edinburgh offer a brilliant route to getting started. Whether you're a dab hand with a sewing machine or a complete needlework novice, you'll be in good hands – our talented textile teachers are keen to help you achieve all of your creative goals! If you want to master the art of make-do-and-mend, practise some traditional quilting techniques or if you’re curious about how to use a sewing machine, our textile courses in Scotland's capital offer a relaxed and beginner-friendly environment to learn alongside like-minded others.
Our Edinburgh textiles and sewing classes offer the perfect way to explore a range of crafty techniques! Whether you’re looking for things to do in Edinburgh or are keen to get creative and learn some new skills with like-minded people, our textile classes are designed to introduce you to mindful fabric art activities and help you build your confidence with fabric.
You can expect an expertly taught session from an experienced teacher. You’ll be welcomed into a cosy workshop setting and be taken through demonstrations, tools and patterns before getting hands-on with your chosen activity. Our classes are designed for all levels so no prior knowledge is necessary – just come along with an enthusiasm for learning something new!
Whether you choose one of our macrame workshops, felting sessions, knitting workshops or crochet sessions in Edinburgh, you’ll have time to gain confidence while working at your own pace. Your friendly textiles teacher will ensure that you leave feeling inspired and relaxed, ready to explore your new favourite hobby at home!
Textile craft classes are great for your wellbeing
Creative activities such as our sewing classes in Edinburgh are great for your wellbeing, helping you to wind down and relax whilst learning something new and having fun! Textiles crafts are a mindful activity that encourages us to focus on the present and take a break from our daily worries. You’ll have the chance to meet like-minded people and express yourself creatively with fabric craft activities like macrame, felting classes, weaving or knitting.
Learning something new is also an excellent way to boost your positivity and confidence – by taking part in one of our crafting workshops you’ll leave feeling inspired and relaxed, with a beautiful handmade item that you can be proud of. Whether it’s a woven basket, a crocheted scarf or some fabric upholstery, you’ll have something useful to remind you of your experience!
Going solo? A creative Edinburgh experience day is ideal for anyone looking to connect with fellow crafters – you'll be able to chat across the sewing machines and share tips and techniques. They also make ideal hen party activities, unique birthday party ideas and fun team building activities, and we think nothing connects people faster than a shared love of getting creative. With classes usually lasting around two hours, they’re a fun way to slot some crafting into your schedule.
There are plenty of options to suit all tastes, too, from crafting a fuzzy figurine with some soothing needle felting to creating wall-worthy textile art at a punch needle class, even learning how to make a stunning geometric patchwork quilt at a sewing workshop in Edinburgh— the possibilities are endless.
