Oh to sew is all about bringing your sewing and creativity to life in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.
Whether you are just starting out on your sewing journey, looking to develop new skills and techniques or perhaps you wish to meet other likeminded people, we have a class or workshop just for you.
For something extra special why not indulge in a Sewing retreat. Our luxury retreats in specially selected hotels allow you to dedicate time to yourself, your passion for sewing and fabulous food in beautify surroundings.
However you enjoy your stitching, just Oh to Sew.
Phillippa x
About
Oh to Sew, is the passion and dream of owner Phillippa, a super friendly and naturally creative talent who is empowering others by providing the opportunity to get together, relax and enjoy learning and supporting each other… here’s a little more about Phillippa in her own words:
- I have been crafting as long as I can remember, my mum’s trade is soft furnishing and I was brought up around fabrics and sewing machines, however, her sewing was very ‘practical’ – loose covers, curtains, swags and tails etc. and this did not particularly interest me.
- My love of sewing really took off around 10-11 years ago when I went into a patchwork and quilting shop and saw the array of beautiful fabrics is so many colours and the different quilts, wall hangings and bags which were on display – from then on I was hooked!
- Oh to Sew was born out of my love for sewing and the chance to share my passion with others.
- I get enormous satisfaction from seeing other people develop their confidence and skills.
- I live in Telford with my husband Lee and our Labrador Oscar, in our beautiful old cottage which dates back to 1769!
- I am a member of The Quilters’ Guild of The British Isles
Classes
Regular tuition classes are held at Oh to Sew Studio, within Leegomery Community Centre, Leegate Avenue, Telford, TF1 6NA.
From beginners through to more accomplished sewists, classes are a great way to meet likeminded people and form friendships whilst developing a hobby and skill for life.
Slow Stitching for Mindfulness
Date: Weekly classes, every Thursday
Venue: Leegomery Community Centre
Times: 10am-12.30pm / 1pm-3.30pm / 6.30pm-9pm
Explore your creativity and develop hand stitching techniques which allow you to relax and relieve anxiety in a fun, enjoyable environment with likeminded people.
Each week has a different theme and materials along with refreshments are provided, or feel free to bring along a hand stitching project you are currently working on.
Advance booking essential.
£12.50 per session
Monthly Mini Quilt
Monthly class: 2nd week of each month with the choice of Tuesday or Friday
Tuesday 8th February 10am-2pm
Friday 11th February 10am-2pm
Venue – Leegomery Community Centre
Create an A4 size mini quilt using a variety of techniques including patchwork, applique, decorative stitches and much more.
Each month is a different image; however, the mini quilts will complement each other following a theme of Flora & Fauna.
Mini quilts make great collectables or are the ideal gift to share with others.
£25 – All materials will be provided
Children's Lessons 7+
Monday: 4pm-5.30pm and 6pm-7.30pm
Thursday: 4pm-5.30pm
Venue: Leegomery Community Centre
Hosted by Phillippa Sisk & Julie Nickless, the class size will have a maximum of 8 pupils allowing for more individual attention to each child.
Each 90 minute lesson will cover a stitch or technique which the student will add to a project, each student will also receive a worksheet which builds into a file of skills taught.
£13.50 per session – All materials will be provided along with refreshments.
Sit and Sew Times
Weekly Sessions
Venue: Leegomery Community Centre
Tuesday: 2.30pm- 5.30pm
Wednesday: 2.30pm- 5.30pm
Stuck for space at home?
Need to make time to finish your UFO’s?
Want some help or advise with a project or pattern?
Book a table by the hour to come along and utilise the space and support
Advance booking essential
£4 per hour
Workshops
1 & 2 day workshops allow you to complete a project from start to finish whilst having all of the required materials and tools to hand.
Workshops will cover different styles of projects from dressmaking, patchwork & quilting, bag making and homeware.
Rail Fence Quilt Top – 6 hour workshop
Rail Fence design
Monday 14th February: 10am-4pm
Or
Saturday 19th February: 10am-4pm
Venue: Leegomery Community Centre
Discover the skills and techniques to create this fun quilt top in just 1 day.
Fabric for the quilt top is included in the price and will be cut and prepared for you – all you have to do is enjoy the sewing!
During the workshop you will construct the quilt top and add borders, however the quilting and completion will need to be finished in your own time, or by booking on to a ‘sit & sew’ session where you can complete your quilt with help and support.
This is a great follow-on workshop from the ‘My first patchwork quilt course’, although attendance to that course is not essential.
£55 – Fabric for the top quilt and light refreshments included
Shabby Chic Tote Bag – 4 hour workshop
Monday 21st February
Venue: Leegomery Community Centre
Time: 10am-4pm
Suitable for all abilities, customise the front of your bag using lace, buttons, flowers and trims, then turn it into a practical and beautiful tote bag.
Learn how to make the straps, add a bag lining including an internal pocket.
Once you have one you won’t be able to stop making bags for all occasions or to give as gifts.
£40 – All materials to make the bag are included as well as light refreshments
Christmas Wreath – 6 hour workshop
Date: Monday 1st November
Venue: Leegomery Community Centre
Time: 10am – 3.30pm
Make your own seasonal wreath using a combination of sewing and floristry techniques.
Using traditional red, green and gold Christmas fabrics, combined with ribbons, buttons and delicate lights you will create a beautiful wreath which you will hang up and display year after year.
£45 – All fabrics, wire ring and lights are included
Introduction to a sewing machine
Various dates & times available
Venue: Leegomery Community Centre
Individual & small group workshops
Designed for those new to sewing and wishing to learn how to use a sewing machine.
The 2.5 hour session will cover the basics including how to thread the machine, wind and load the bobbin, set the tension, change stitch and use decorative stitches for embellishment.
This workshop is also suitable for those returning to sewing after a break.
During the session you will make and complete a cushion to take home.
£45 individual session
£40 per person / 2 people
£35 per person / 3 people
Retreats
Staying in a specially selected hotel, retreats allow you to relax and unwind, enjoy award winning food and indulge in your passion for sewing.
Our full board retreats include use of the hotel function space which is transformed into a sewing room equipped with machines, ironing and cutting equipment.
Both ‘Free Sew’ and ‘Tutored’ retreats are available.
For groups of 6+ people, please contact me to discuss a bespoke retreat package covering the techniques you require tuition in and trips or excursions to local attractions.
£50 per person deposit is required to secure your retreat booking and the balance is payable 4 weeks prior to arrival.
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