Young Makers Sewing Workshop: Learn to Sew in 16 Weeks

Give your child a skill they can use for life — from their first stitch to creating their own finished projects.



16 x 2 hours

Class size 1 to 9 (public classes), 10 to 30

  £20 - £65 (£20 for Child per Session; £65 for Per Child for 4 weeks block)
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Ready to swap screen time for a skill they can use for life?
Our Young Makers Sewing Club is a practical, creative sewing programme designed for children and young people aged 8–16, including complete beginners.
Over 16 weeks, participants will gradually build their confidence and sewing skills through hands-on learning with a sewing machine.
They will learn:
  • How a sewing machine works
  • How to thread and operate a sewing machine safely
  • Bobbin winding and troubleshooting
  • Straight stitching and sewing curves
  • Measuring and cutting fabric
  • Understanding seam allowance
  • Different seam finishes
  • Basic construction techniques
  • Working with zips and other sewing techniques
  • How to follow instructions and develop their own creative ideas
  • How to turn their skills into finished, usable projects
Throughout the programme, children will work on age-appropriate sewing projects, allowing them to see their skills develop from week to week.
The programme is designed not just to teach sewing, but to develop confidence, concentration, creativity, independence, and practical problem-solving skills.
By the end of the programme, participants will have created a collection of handmade projects that demonstrate what they have learned.
Perfect for beginners
No previous sewing experience is required.
Whether your child has never touched a sewing machine before, has received one as a gift and wants to learn how to use it, or has already started experimenting with sewing, this programme provides a supportive environment where they can learn at their own pace.
Who is it for?
  • Age: 8–16 years
  • Level: Beginner to developing sewer
  • Day: Tuesdays
  • Time: 4:00pm–6:00pm
  • Start date: Tuesday, 8 September 2026
  • Final regular session: Tuesday, 12 January 2027
  • Duration: 16 weeks
  • Location: Nottingham
Small group: Places are limited to ensure participants receive appropriate guidance and support.
About Skilled Hands
Skilled Hands Organisation CIC is a Nottingham-based community organisation helping women and young people develop practical creative skills, confidence, and enterprise opportunities through hands-on craft and textile education.
Our workshops are designed to make creative skills accessible, practical, and meaningful — with participants learning skills they can continue using long after the workshop ends.
What to bring
All essential sewing equipment and materials will be provided unless otherwise stated.
Children should wear comfortable clothing suitable for a practical craft environment.
Parents/guardians: Please remain responsible for your child outside the stated workshop times. Full registration and parental consent will be required before participation.
What you'll get
  • 16 weekly, two-hour hands-on sewing sessions
  • Expert guidance from an experienced sewing facilitator
  • Use of sewing machines and essential sewing equipment during the sessions
  • Materials for the projects
  • Step-by-step guidance suitable for beginners
  • Practical experience developing sewing machine skills and garment/textile construction techniques
  • The opportunity to complete several creative sewing projects to take home
  • A supportive, encouraging environment where children can develop confidence, creativity and practical skills
Knowledge required
No knowledge or skill required
What to bring
  • A willingness to learn and have fun!
  • Comfortable clothing suitable for a practical craft activity
  • A drink of water
  • Any personal sewing machine or equipment they would particularly like to learn how to use (optional)
No previous sewing experience is required, and all essential equipment and materials will be provided.
Session repeats

This class series runs over 16 consecutive sessions, at the same time every week.

Suitable for

This class is great for individuals and couples as well as for a date idea, birthday or hen do.

Suitable for adults, and kids (minimum 8 years old).

Adult accompaniment is not required.

This experience would also be a unique gift for her, gift for mum or gift for couples.

Location

Castle Cavendish Enterprise Centre, Saint Peter's Street, Nottingham

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Skilled Hands Organisation: Crafting Change, Empowering Lives.
Skilled Hands is a Nottingham-based Community Interest Company (CIC) with over 20 years of experience in organising transformative craft workshops across the globe. For the past six years, we’ve proudly made Nottingham our base, using the power of artisan crafts to empower individuals, enhance well-being, and unite communities.
At Skilled Hands, we believe in the profound impact of creativity. Our workshops are more than just a learning experience—they are a catalyst for change. Every paid workshop we offer directly supports our mission to provide free, high-quality workshops to women in Nottingham who need it most. These sessions offer more than just craft skills; they provide a pathway to better lives, whether through starting small businesses, supporting families, or benefiting from the therapeutic effects of hands-on creativity.
When you book a workshop with us, you’re not just signing up for a unique and enriching experience; you’re also playing a crucial role in uplifting another woman’s life. Each session you enjoy helps us fund opportunities for women who otherwise wouldn’t be able to afford them, enabling them to re-skill, find hope, and build a brighter future.
Skilled Hands isn’t just about crafting—it’s about crafting change. By choosing our workshops, you’re joining a community of compassionate creatives who understand the power of giving back. Together, we can make a difference, one craft at a time.
Book a workshop today, and be a part of our mission to empower, uplift, and inspire.
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