Courses
Sewing, Dressmaking & Weaving
Dressmaking - Mixed Ability
For mixed-ability sewers who want to work on their own sewing projects, refine their skills, and build confidence with expert tutor support.
- course code
- C46A
- Availability
- This course is available for enrolment.
- Start
- 15 Sep 2026 (Autumn)
- Weeks
- 12 weeks
- Times
- Tuesday 18:30-21:00
- where
- Stoke Lodge
Google map
- fees
- total fee for this course £286.00 (concession £174.00) with Lorraine Joseph
- course code
- C46B
- Availability
- This course is available for enrolment.
- Start
- 12 Jan 2027 (Spring)
- Weeks
- 10 weeks
- Times
- Tuesday 18:30-21:00
- where
- Stoke Lodge
Google map
- fees
- total fee for this course £262.00 (concession £158.00) with Lorraine Joseph
- course code
- C46C
- Availability
- This course is available for enrolment.
- Start
- 13 Apr 2027 (Summer)
- Weeks
- 13 weeks
- Times
- Tuesday 18:30-21:00
- where
- Stoke Lodge
Google map
- fees
- total fee for this course £315.00 (concession £189.00) with Lorraine Joseph
Everything You Need To Know About Sewing For The Beginner-Part 1
Friendly and practical course designed for complete beginners, introducing the essential sewing skills, tools, techniques, and terminology needed to start sewing with confidence.
- course code
- C57A
- Availability
- This course is available for enrolment.
- Start
- 17 Sep 2026 (Autumn)
- Weeks
- 6 weeks
- Times
- Thursday 18:00-21:00
- where
- Stoke Lodge
Google map
- fees
- total fee for this course £196.00 (concession £128.00) with Ann Huntley
Everything You Need To Know About Sewing For The Beginner-Part 2
Sewing Intermediates
- course code
- C57B
- Availability
- This course is available for enrolment.
- Start
- 05 Nov 2026 (Autumn)
- Weeks
- 4 weeks
- Times
- Thursday 18:00-21:00
- where
- Stoke Lodge
Google map
- fees
- total fee for this course £126.00 (concession £85.00) with Ann Huntley
Fabric Weaving - Beginners
For beginners who want to learn the essentials of weaving on a rigid heddle loom, explore key tools and techniques, and build their creative confidence through designing and creating their own woven textiles.
- course code
- C53A
- Availability
- This course is available for enrolment.
- Start
- 16 Sep 2026 (Autumn)
- Weeks
- 6 weeks
- Times
- Wednesday 17:45-20:30
- where
- St Paul's Learning Centre, BS2 8XJ
Google map
- fees
- total fee for this course £215.00 (concession £170.00) with Libby Ballon
- course code
- C53B
- Availability
- This course is available for enrolment.
- Start
- 02 Dec 2026 (Autumn)
- Weeks
- 6 weeks
- Times
- Wednesday 17:45-20:30
- where
- St Paul's Learning Centre, BS2 8XJ
Google map
- fees
- total fee for this course £215.00 (concession £170.00) with Libby Ballon
- course code
- C53C
- Availability
- This course is available for enrolment.
- Start
- 24 Feb 2027 (Spring)
- Weeks
- 6 weeks
- Times
- Wednesday 17:45-20:30
- where
- St Paul's Learning Centre, BS2 8XJ
Google map
- fees
- total fee for this course £215.00 (concession £170.00) with Libby Ballon
- course code
- C53D
- Availability
- This course is available for enrolment.
- Start
- 21 Apr 2027 (Summer)
- Weeks
- 6 weeks
- Times
- Wednesday 17:45-20:30
- where
- St Paul's Learning Centre, BS2 8XJ
Google map
- fees
- total fee for this course £215.00 (concession £170.00) with Libby Ballon
- course code
- C53E
- Availability
- This course is available for enrolment.
- Start
- 09 Jun 2027 (Summer)
- Weeks
- 6 weeks
- Times
- Wednesday 17:45-20:30
- where
- St Paul's Learning Centre, BS2 8XJ
Google map
- fees
- total fee for this course £215.00 (concession £170.00) with Libby Ballon
Fabric Weaving - Summer School 2027
For beginners and those with some weaving experience who want to develop traditional weaving skills, explore new techniques, and build their creative confidence through an immersive summer school experience.
- course code
- C53F
- Availability
- This course is available for enrolment.
- Start
- 09 Aug 2027 (Summer)
- Weeks
- one week
- Times
- Monday Tuesday Wednesday 10:00-15:30
- where
- St Paul's Learning Centre, BS2 8XJ
Google map
- fees
- total fee for this course £215.00 (concession £170.00) with Libby Ballon
Finish It! Sewing Workshop
Sewing workshop for improvers.
- course code
- C58C
- Availability
- This course is available for enrolment.
- Start
- 26 Feb 2027 (Spring)
- Weeks
- One day
- Times
- Friday 09:30-15:30
- where
- Stoke Lodge
Google map
- fees
- total fee for this course £63.00 (concession £38.00) with Ann Huntley
- course code
- C58D
- Availability
- This course is available for enrolment.
- Start
- 21 May 2027 (Summer)
- Weeks
- One day
- Times
- Friday 09:30-15:30
- where
- Stoke Lodge
Google map
- fees
- total fee for this course £63.00 (concession £38.00) with Ann Huntley
High Summer Sewing Workshop
For sewers of all abilities who want to develop practical skills, make progress on individual projects, and build confidence through a focused one-day workshop with expert tutor guidance.
- course code
- C55G
- Availability
- This course is available for enrolment.
- Start
- 06 Aug 2027 (Summer)
- Weeks
- One day
- Times
- Friday 10:00-15:00
- where
- Stoke Lodge
Google map
- fees
- total fee for this course £52.00 (concession £34.00) with Marilyn Mitchelmore
- course code
- C56G
- Availability
- This course is available for enrolment.
- Start
- 13 Aug 2027 (Summer)
- Weeks
- One day
- Times
- Friday 10:00-15:00
- where
- Stoke Lodge
Google map
- fees
- total fee for this course £52.00 (concession £34.00) with Marilyn Mitchelmore
High Summer Sewing Workshop 2026
For sewers of all abilities who want to develop practical skills, make progress on individual projects, and build confidence through a focused one-day workshop with expert tutor guidance.
- course code
- T97G
- Availability
- This course is available for enrolment.
- Start
- 07 Aug 2026 (Summer)
- Weeks
- One day
- Times
- Friday 10:00-15:00
- where
- Stoke Lodge
Google map
- fees
- total fee for this course £45.00 (concession £30.00) with Marilyn Mitchelmore
- course code
- T98G
- Availability
- This course is available for enrolment.
- Start
- 14 Aug 2026 (Summer)
- Weeks
- One day
- Times
- Friday 10:00-15:00
- where
- Stoke Lodge
Google map
- fees
- total fee for this course £45.00 (concession £30.00) with Marilyn Mitchelmore
How to Use Your Sewing Machine
A one-day workshop for beginners who would like to gain confidence using their sewing machine and explore its various functions, settings, and accessories.
- course code
- C58A
- Availability
- This course is available for enrolment.
- Start
- 06 Nov 2026 (Autumn)
- Weeks
- One day
- Times
- Friday 09:30-15:30
- where
- Stoke Lodge
Google map
- fees
- total fee for this course £67.00 (concession £44.00) with Ann Huntley
- course code
- C58B
- Availability
- This course is available for enrolment.
- Start
- 29 Jan 2027 (Spring)
- Weeks
- One day
- Times
- Friday 09:30-15:30
- where
- Stoke Lodge
Google map
- fees
- total fee for this course £67.00 (concession £44.00) with Ann Huntley
Learn How To Make Your Own Curtains
For sewers of all abilities who want to make their own curtains, learn essential techniques, develop your skills, and build confidence with expert tutor support.
- course code
- C59D
- Availability
- This course is available for enrolment.
- Start
- 08 Apr 2027 (Spring)
- Weeks
- one week
- Times
- Thursday Friday 09:30-15:30
- where
- Stoke Lodge
Google map
- fees
- total fee for this course £126.00 (concession £85.00) with Ann Huntley
Learning To Sew-And More!
For mixed-ability sewers who want to work on their own sewing projects, refine their skills, and build confidence with expert tutor support.
- course code
- C55A
- Availability
- This course is full.
- Start
- 18 Sep 2026 (Autumn)
- Weeks
- 6 weeks
- Times
- Friday 10:00-12:30
- where
- Stoke Lodge
Google map
- fees
- total fee for this course £146.00 (concession £90.00) with Marilyn Mitchelmore
This course is full.
- course code
- C55B
- Availability
- This course is available for enrolment.
- Start
- 06 Nov 2026 (Autumn)
- Weeks
- 6 weeks
- Times
- Friday 10:00-12:30
- where
- Stoke Lodge
Google map
- fees
- total fee for this course £146.00 (concession £90.00) with Marilyn Mitchelmore
- course code
- C55C
- Availability
- This course is available for enrolment.
- Start
- 15 Jan 2027 (Spring)
- Weeks
- 5 weeks
- Times
- Friday 10:00-12:30
- where
- Stoke Lodge
Google map
- fees
- total fee for this course £122.00 (concession £76.00) with Marilyn Mitchelmore
- course code
- C55D
- Availability
- This course is available for enrolment.
- Start
- 26 Feb 2027 (Spring)
- Weeks
- 4 weeks
- Times
- Friday 10:00-12:30
- where
- Stoke Lodge
Google map
- fees
- total fee for this course £99.00 (concession £61.00) with Marilyn Mitchelmore
- course code
- C55E
- Availability
- This course is available for enrolment.
- Start
- 16 Apr 2027 (Summer)
- Weeks
- 6 weeks
- Times
- Friday 10:00-12:30
- where
- Stoke Lodge
Google map
- fees
- total fee for this course £146.00 (concession £90.00) with Marilyn Mitchelmore
- course code
- C55F
- Availability
- This course is available for enrolment.
- Start
- 11 Jun 2027 (Summer)
- Weeks
- 6 weeks
- Times
- Friday 10:00-12:30
- where
- Stoke Lodge
Google map
- fees
- total fee for this course £146.00 (concession £90.00) with Marilyn Mitchelmore
- course code
- C56A
- Availability
- This course is available for enrolment.
- Start
- 18 Sep 2026 (Autumn)
- Weeks
- 6 weeks
- Times
- Friday 13:00-15:30
- where
- Stoke Lodge
Google map
- fees
- total fee for this course £146.00 (concession £90.00) with Marilyn Mitchelmore
- course code
- C56B
- Availability
- This course is available for enrolment.
- Start
- 06 Nov 2026 (Autumn)
- Weeks
- 6 weeks
- Times
- Friday 13:00-15:30
- where
- Stoke Lodge
Google map
- fees
- total fee for this course £146.00 (concession £90.00) with Marilyn Mitchelmore
- course code
- C56C
- Availability
- This course is available for enrolment.
- Start
- 15 Jan 2027 (Spring)
- Weeks
- 5 weeks
- Times
- Friday 13:00-15:30
- where
- Stoke Lodge
Google map
- fees
- total fee for this course £122.00 (concession £76.00) with Marilyn Mitchelmore
- course code
- C56D
- Availability
- This course is available for enrolment.
- Start
- 26 Feb 2027 (Spring)
- Weeks
- 4 weeks
- Times
- Friday 13:00-15:30
- where
- Stoke Lodge
Google map
- fees
- total fee for this course £99.00 (concession £61.00) with Marilyn Mitchelmore
- course code
- C56E
- Availability
- This course is available for enrolment.
- Start
- 16 Apr 2027 (Summer)
- Weeks
- 6 weeks
- Times
- Friday 13:00-15:30
- where
- Stoke Lodge
Google map
- fees
- total fee for this course £146.00 (concession £90.00) with Marilyn Mitchelmore
- course code
- C56F
- Availability
- This course is available for enrolment.
- Start
- 11 Jun 2027 (Summer)
- Weeks
- 6 weeks
- Times
- Friday 13:00-15:30
- where
- Stoke Lodge
Google map
- fees
- total fee for this course £146.00 (concession £90.00) with Marilyn Mitchelmore
Lingerie Workshop:Bras
For experienced sewers looking to develop bespoke lingerie-making skills, explore advanced construction techniques, and create beautifully fitted garments.
- course code
- C59A
- Availability
- This course is available for enrolment.
- Start
- 21 Jan 2027 (Spring)
- Weeks
- 4 weeks
- Times
- Thursday 18:00-21:00
- where
- Stoke Lodge
Google map
- fees
- total fee for this course £144.00 (concession £90.00) with Ann Huntley
Make Your Own Christmas Gifts: Sewing Workshop
Sewing workshop mixed ability.
- course code
- C58F
- Availability
- This course is available for enrolment.
- Start
- 21 Nov 2026 (Autumn)
- Weeks
- One day
- Times
- Saturday 10:00-16:00
- where
- Stoke Lodge
Google map
- fees
- total fee for this course £70.00 (concession £45.00) with Ann Huntley
Pattern Cutting For Beginners
For experienced sewers who want to develop pattern cutting skills, understand garment fit, and create custom patterns with confidence.
- course code
- C59B
- Availability
- This course is available for enrolment.
- Start
- 18 Feb 2027 (Spring)
- Weeks
- one week
- Times
- Thursday Friday 09:30-15:30
- where
- Stoke Lodge
Google map
- fees
- total fee for this course £160.00 (concession £115.00) with Ann Huntley
Pattern Cutting:Women’s Trouser Block
Pattern cutting for beginners & improvers
- course code
- C59C
- Availability
- This course is available for enrolment.
- Start
- 03 Jun 2027 (Summer)
- Weeks
- one week
- Times
- Thursday Friday 09:30-15:30
- where
- Stoke Lodge
Google map
- fees
- total fee for this course £150.00 (concession £105.00) with Ann Huntley
Soft Furnishing Saturday: Sew A Cushion
For learners of all abilities who want to develop practical sewing skills, create a handmade cushion, and gain confidence in soft furnishing techniques through a focused one-day workshop with expert tutor support.
- course code
- C58H
- Availability
- This course is available for enrolment.
- Start
- 20 Mar 2027 (Spring)
- Weeks
- One day
- Times
- Saturday 10:00-16:00
- where
- Stoke Lodge
Google map
- fees
- total fee for this course £70.00 (concession £45.00) with Ann Huntley
Winter Warmers: Cowl Neck Scarf & Mittens Sewing Day
Sewing workshop mixed ability.
- course code
- C58E
- Availability
- This course is available for enrolment.
- Start
- 27 Nov 2026 (Autumn)
- Weeks
- One day
- Times
- Friday 09:30-15:30
- where
- Stoke Lodge
Google map
- fees
- total fee for this course £70.00 (concession £45.00) with Ann Huntley
Zips Demystified - Sewing Workshop
- course code
- C58G
- Availability
- This course is available for enrolment.
- Start
- 18 Jun 2027 (Summer)
- Weeks
- One day
- Times
- Friday 09:30-15:30
- where
- Stoke Lodge
Google map
- fees
- total fee for this course £70.00 (concession £45.00) with Ann Huntley