Why Embroidery Classes Are Sew 2024

Looking for a new hobby that’ll have you in stitches? We think you should give some embroidery and sewing classes a go! Ok, it might not have you in fits of laughter, but taking an embroidery or sewing class is a seamless way to put a smile on your face. 

So, if you’re searching for the hottest craft of 2024, we think we may have found it for you. What was once a domestic art reserved for ladies of the manor has now re-emerged and re-branded itself through political craftivism, upcycling and fashion trends – embroidery has got to be one of the coolest crafts around and we’re so here for it. 

If you’ve ever been curious about how to embroider cute designs onto tote bags, make beautiful wall art out of thread or craft beautiful badges – now is your chance! With our range of embroidery and sewing classes, you can discover all things needle and thread and embark on a new creative journey... What’s not to love? 

Well, if you’re still not convinced, here are our top reasons for why embroidery is sew totally cool and why you should give it a go today… 

Textile art looks great on your walls 

Staring at your bare walls wondering how you can spruce them up a bit? Why not learn how to make some stunning textile art to decorate your space with at an embroidery class?

Textile art, just like embroidery, is a trend that’s seriously hotting up. With one quick Google search, you’ll find so many beautiful embroidery wall art designs from chic to boho to give you some inspiration. 

Not only will your cute and crafty wall art look great, but you’ll also love the process of taking control of your DIY home decor, from designing your bespoke piece to the rewarding feeling you’ll enjoy once you see it begin to take shape. 

With a few basic embroidery stitches, you can re-vamp your whole wardrobe 

Haven’t you heard? Upcycling is 2024’s biggest fashion trend and combine that with embroidery and you’ve got yourself some serious style.  

By taking just one beginner-friendly embroidery class, you can learn how to embroider feminine florals, chic minimalist designs and more onto a range of clothing items from jeans to dresses. All you need is some old clothes you don’t wear anymore (what about that pile at the bottom of your wardrobe?) and an eagerness to learn – check and check! 

Learning how to embroider is incredibly relaxing

Looking for some relaxing things to do at home? If you’re after a new hobby that will lull you into a state of calm, embroidery is the one for you. 

As you master how to embroider leaves or the art of bead embroidery, you’ll find your mind slowly switching off from its worries and cares and instead tuning into the addictive and satisfying craft at hand. 

If like many, your 2024 was a bit of a rollercoaster, you’re sure to appreciate the soothing and rewarding downtime that pushing a needle through fabric provides. Because of its relaxing nature, embroidery is a wonderful way to take care of your mental wellbeing. Instead of distracting you from your thoughts, much like your favourite Netflix show does, embroidery offers the opportunity to simply sit with yourself and process things productively. 

After an embroidery class where you’ve well and truly stitched yourself to bliss, you’re sure to feel relaxed and rejuvenated and ready to tackle the rest of this rollercoaster of a year.  

Get sewcial at a local embroidery class

If you’re looking for a hobby that will help you make friends, embroidery could be it. As sewing can be enjoyed any time, any place, it means you can easily team up with other serious stitchers and let the needle and thread do its thing whilst you put the world to rights. 

If you’re lucky enough to call the capital of Scotland your home, why not drop into Edinburgh Sewcial Club? Their beginner sewing course is a great place to begin your journey, or if it really is embroidery you’re after, why not learn the art of Japanese sashiko at this craft class? You’ll be greeted by some smiling sewers, and if you’re lucky a cuppa and a couple of biscuits too.  

Looking to an embroidery class in London to get your stitch and chat on? This craft class hosted by Tea and Crafting is a great place to not only learn and make an eye-catching recreation of your favourite houseplant, but it also offers a wonderful creative community to immerse yourself in! 

With a common interest at hand, you’ll find embroidery can open many doors when it comes to friendship. If you’re a social media fan, you can even find a welcoming community of embroiderers on Instagram and Facebook, ready and willing to share tips, tricks and designs with you. And after a lonely two years in and out of lockdowns, it’s safe to say, in 2024 we could all do with a bit more of a sewcial life.