Get holiday-ready and sew your very own sunshine skirt! Whether you're packing for a beach holiday, heading to a festival, or simply making the most of the long summer days, this workshop is the perfect way to create a beautiful handmade skirt you'll love wearing all season.

Students will learn essential sewing skills including measuring, cutting fabric, sewing seams, creating a waistband and hemming, while building confidence using a sewing machine in a fun and supportive environment.

Choose from a selection of gorgeous lightweight cottons and summer fabrics in bright colours and cheerful prints, then personalise your skirt with your preferred length and simple design details. "My daughter recently attended Vacation Ready: Summer Sunshine Skirts (7-11 yrs)

It was her first course with you and she absolutely loved it. She has sewed before but the level and degree of guidance was perfect for her. She has left with a great eagerness to do more sewing and is thrilled with what she created. Thank you" 

Refine your sewing skills and step into the world of accessory making by creating your own stylish, everyday shoulder bag.

Whether you’ve sewn garments before or are a complete beginner, this is an essential project for any young designer. Understanding how bags are constructed is a brilliant foundation skill and opens up a whole new area of fashion design beyond clothing.

Students will learn how to:
Sew panels together accurately
Attach fabric or leather straps
Add metal clasps and hardware
Insert a zip
Create and sew in a lining (inner fabric)

Sew your own stylish bow bag or cushion in this fun and creative sewing workshop.

Perfect for beginners and confident sewists alike, students will learn how to construct a handbag to be worn with a cross body strap or as a clutch bag, and finished with an oversized statement bow. 

Throughout the workshop, Jodie will guide students through every step, from cutting fabric to sewing and assembling their bag with neat, professional finishes.

Held in our dedicated quilting and sewing studio, this is a relaxed and friendly workshop where creativity is encouraged. Come along with a friend or make new ones while creating a gorgeous handmade accessory.

Design and sew your own summer wardrobe, inspired by brands like Urban Outfitters and Subdued. Take inspiration from your favourite styles and explore our range of fabrics, trims and patterns to bring your ideas to life.

From floral camis and summer dresses to sweatpants, shorts and accessories, you’ll create pieces that reflect your personal style and feel perfect for the season.

Create your own on-trend lace bandeau or wrap cardigan in this hands-on two-day fashion workshop, working with beautiful stretch lace fabrics. These versatile pieces are perfect for layering, designed to grow with you and remain wearable as your style (and size) evolves.

Students will learn how to confidently sew stretch fabrics using:
Coverstitch machines for professional hems
Overlockers for clean, durable seams
A standard sewing machine for stretch construction techniques

Participants can choose between:
a double-layered version for warmth, comfort and durability, or
a single-layer sheer design, embracing the 2026 sheer and layering trend.

Create your own capsule wardrobe, transitioning into the new season! Explore your personal style while learning essential sewing skills. Choose from a variety of patterns — including skirts, shorts, simple dresses, and accessories — and even learn how to adapt designs to make them truly your own.
More experienced students can take on slightly more complex projects too.

Be inspired by summer colours, trends you’ve spotted in the shops, and pieces you feel are missing from your wardrobe. Whether you want to create something for everyday wear or a standout piece like a party dress, you’re the designer — and we’re here to guide you every step of the way.

Over the course of this workshop, participants will:

Understand the basics of fabric selection and pattern cutting.
Master simple hand-sewing and machine-sewing techniques.
Create a custom-made, beautiful picnic dress that’s perfect for sunny days in the park or backyard fun.

Our experienced instructors will guide your child step-by-step, ensuring they feel confident and proud of their handmade creation. By the end of the course, each child will have a stunning, wearable dress and the skills to create more projects at home.

Please note: Tickets are available to book up until 2 days before the event starts.
Bookings cannot be made within 48 hours of the event, as we need time to plan our workshops and confirm our freelance tutors.
We kindly ask that you book as far in advance as possible — it really helps us organise everything and ensure there are enough materials for everyone.

Turn fabric scraps into something beautiful in this creative Upcycled Patchwork Skirt Workshop! Using reclaimed denim and a wonderful selection of donated designer deadstock fabrics, students will piece together their own unique patchwork fabric before transforming it into a stylish A-line skirt with a zip fastening.

Throughout the workshop, students will learn how to design a patchwork layout, join smaller fabric pieces together, press seams, insert a zip and construct a simple skirt. They'll also gain an understanding of sustainable fashion and discover how textile waste can be given a new life through thoughtful design.

The longer you'd like your skirt to be, the more patchwork you'll need to create, making every project completely unique. Students can experiment with colour, pattern and texture to produce a one-of-a-kind garment that reflects their own style.

Previous sewing experience is recommended as there is plenty of stitching involved. As well as constructing the garment itself, students will spend time creating their own patchwork fabric from smaller pieces before turning it into their finished skirt.

PLEASE NOTE:
This workshop is part of the Holiday Activities & Food (HAF) Programme and is free for children eligible for Free School Meals in Kensington & Chelsea. Any children who are booked on and aren't eligible for Free School Meals will be invoiced £395 for the course.

Discover how fashion can be both creative and sustainable by designing and making your own patchwork denim corset from reclaimed fabrics.

Over four inspiring days, students will transform donated denim offcuts and fabric scraps from local fashion designers into a one-of-a-kind corset top. They'll explore the principles of upcycling and zero-waste fashion while learning professional dressmaking techniques used throughout the fashion industry.

Create something you'll actually wear in this fun two-day sewing workshop! Perfect as a taster for beginners or for students looking to build on their existing sewing skills, this short course is all about making a simple summer garment or accessory.

Students can choose from a selection of beginner-friendly projects, including and not limited to: elasticated shorts, a skirt, cami top, mini bag. They'll learn or develop essential sewing skills such as measuring, cutting fabric, using a sewing machine, constructing seams and achieving a neat finish, while working at their own pace with guidance from our tutors.

Please note that we have a limited supply of jersey and stretch fabrics. We encourage students to choose from our wide range of donated woven fabrics, including cotton and linen. These natural fibres are easier to sew, built to last and are a more sustainable choice.

Create your own autumn wardrobe in this creative, hands-on workshop designed for the new season 🍂

As the weather shifts, so do our wardrobes. In this workshop, students will design and make 1–2 garments inspired by autumn trends — thinking about richer colour palettes, warmer fabrics, and evolving silhouettes. Whether you’re drawn to cosy layers, structured pieces, or everyday essentials, this is your chance to bring your ideas to life.

Join us for a fun, one-day Back to School workshop where you’ll design and make your own pencil case and scrunchie ✏️✨

This workshop is a great introduction to sewing, focusing on simple, practical accessories you can use every day. Students will learn key skills such as measuring, cutting, sewing seams, and inserting a zip for the pencil case, as well as creating a scrunchie using elastic.

PLEASE NOTE:
This workshop is part of the Holiday Activities & Food (HAF) Programme and is free for children eligible for Free School Meals in Kensington & Chelsea. Any children who are booked on and aren't eligible for Free School Meals will be invoiced £395 for the course.

Discover how fashion can be both creative and sustainable by designing and making your own patchwork denim corset from reclaimed fabrics.

Over four inspiring days, students will transform donated denim offcuts and fabric scraps from local fashion designers into a one-of-a-kind corset top. They'll explore the principles of upcycling and zero-waste fashion while learning professional dressmaking techniques used throughout the fashion industry.

Refresh your wardrobe for the new season in this creative, hands-on two-day workshop!

As the seasons begin to change, it's the perfect time to design and make a brand-new garment inspired by autumn. Think richer colour palettes, cosy fabrics and timeless styles as you create something you'll love wearing throughout the new season.