Make Your Own Christmas Gifts: Sewing Workshop

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Course code: C58F

Sewing workshop mixed ability.

when
From 21 Nov 2026
Saturday 10:00-16:00  One day
Date
21 Nov 2026
Time
10:00 to 16:00
Tutor
Ann Huntley
where
location to be advised
fees
full fee for this course £70.00, concession fee £45.00
who

Bristol Adult Learning

stokelodge@bristol.gov.uk

0117 903 8844

Description

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">A festive machine sewing workshop focused on creating handmade gifts for Christmas.</span></span></span></p>

What can students expect?

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">Enjoy a fun and relaxed day making Christmas gifts from fabric using a sewing machine. You will be able to choose from a range of simple projects, such as a small bag, tissue holder, or Christmas decoration. The workshop will focus on making small gift items that can easily be recreated at home. Full guidance and support will be provided throughout the day, helping you build confidence while creating thoughtful handmade gifts.</span></span></span></p>

Late starters allowed?

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">No.</span></span></span></p>

Previous experience required?

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">Some sewing machine experience is helpful, but beginners are welcome. They will be supported to use a sewing machine and make a gift. </span></span></span></p>

What is the progression route?

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">Learners can enrol on other sewing courses and workshops at Stoke Lodge.</span></span></span></p>

Are there any extra costs?

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">No. Fee includes materials.</span></span></span></p>

What should students bring?

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">Most sewing equipment is provided, but if you have them, please bring:</span></span></span></p>

<ul>
<li><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">Sewing machine (optional) – machines are available; please let us know if you need one</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">Scissors</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">Tape measure</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">Seam ripper (unpicker)</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">Pins</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">Pencil and notepad for notes</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">Packed lunch</span></span></span></li>
</ul>

Teaching method/style?

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">Demonstrations, groupwork and one to one support.  </span></span></span></p>

Course Cancellations and Refunds

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><strong><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif"><span style="color:black">If we cancel your course</span></span></strong></span></span></p>

<ul>
<li><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">You will receive a full refund of course fees.</span></span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">We are not responsible for any additional costs, such as materials already purchased.</span></span></span></span></li>
</ul>

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><strong><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif"><span style="color:black">If you cancel</span></span></strong></span></span></p>

<ul>
<li><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">7 days or more before the start date: refund minus a 20% administration fee.</span></span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">Less than 7 days before the start date or after the course has started: no refund provided.</span></span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">Enrolments are non-transferable.  If you are unable to attend, you will not be able to send another person in your place.</span></span></span></span></li>
</ul>

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><strong><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Refund processing</span></span></strong></span></span></p>

<ul>
<li><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">Refunds for online or telephone enrolments will be made via the original payment method within 14 days of approval. </span></span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">If you enrolled in the office, you will need to come in with your payment card to arrange a refund.</span></span></span></span></li>
</ul>

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><strong><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Transfers</span></span></strong></span></span></p>

<ul>
<li><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">7 days or more before the start date: transfer minus a 10% transfer fee.</span></span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">Less than 7 days before the start date or after the course has started: no transfer provided.</span></span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">All transfers are subject to availability.</span></span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">Transfers between Language levels may be possible with less than 7 days’ notice, subject to availability.</span></span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">Enrolments are non-transferable.  If you are unable to attend, you will not be able to send another person in your place.</span></span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">If we cancel your course, and you wish to transfer to another course this will be free of charge.</span></span></span></span></li>
</ul>

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><strong><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Illness and non-attendance</span></span></strong></span></span></p>

<ul>
<li><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">We recognise that illness and unforeseen circumstances may arise. However, please note that we are unable to offer refunds, credits, or transfers for missed sessions due to ill health or non-attendance.</span></span></span></span></li>
</ul>