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Introduction to Bodice Fitting
Do you have a classic hourglass figure? Are you the same dress size in every shop?…
Date & time: Sat 20 Aug 2022, 10.00-15.30
Product code: Cbodice220820
Places available: 0
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Bamber Sewing MachinesDate & Time: Sat 20 Aug 2022, 10.00-15.30
SKU: Cbodice220820
Avaible: 0
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Bamber Sewing MachinesDo you have a classic hourglass figure? Are you the same dress size in every shop? Nope, nor us.
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Learn to Sew in a Day at Bambers
If you have never used a sewing machine before (or if you haven’t used one for a…
Date & time: Sat 3 Sept 2022, 10.00-16.30
Product code: Sewday220903
Places available: 2
Skill level: Beginner
Venue: Bamber Sewing MachinesDate & Time: Sat 3 Sept 2022, 10.00-16.30
SKU: Sewday220903
Avaible: 2
Skill level: Beginner
Venue: Bamber Sewing MachinesIf you have never used a sewing machine before (or if you haven’t used one for a while), then this is the workshop for you!
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Introduction to Trouser Fitting
We all know how good it feels when you find that perfect fitting pair of trousers…
Date & time: Sun 4 Sept 2022, 11.00-15.30
Product code: Ctrouser220904
Places available: 1
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Home Studio ChorltonDate & Time: Sun 4 Sept 2022, 11.00-15.30
SKU: Ctrouser220904
Avaible: 1
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Home Studio ChorltonWe all know how good it feels when you find that perfect fitting pair of trousers - but how about creating your own personal pattern block that can be adapted to create a limitless range of your own well-fitting designer trousers.
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Sewing Patterns Decoded
£25.00
Sewing Patterns Decoded
Now you’re confident on your sewing machine, it’s time to tackle sewing patterns…
Date & time: Sat 10 Sept 2022, 9.00-11.00
Product code: CPattern220910
Places available: 1
Skill level: Beginner
Venue: Bamber Sewing MachinesDate & Time: Sat 10 Sept 2022, 9.00-11.00
SKU: CPattern220910
Avaible: 1
Skill level: Beginner
Venue: Bamber Sewing MachinesNow you’re confident on your sewing machine, it’s time to tackle sewing patterns head on…
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Dressmaking in a Day
£87.50
Dressmaking in a Day
If you have never used a sewing pattern or made a garment before but are ready to…
Date & time: Sat 10 Sept 2022, 9.00-17.00
Product code: Dday220910
Places available: 3
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Bamber Sewing MachinesDate & Time: Sat 10 Sept 2022, 9.00-17.00
SKU: Dday220910
Avaible: 3
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Bamber Sewing MachinesIf you have never used a sewing pattern or made a garment before but are ready to venture into the wonderful world of dressmaking, then this is the workshop for you!
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Overlocking for Beginners
£40.00
Overlocking for Beginners
If you are already friendly with your sewing machine and looking for a new technical…
Date & time: Sun 11 Sept 2022, 11.00-13.30
Product code: AOverlock220911
Places available: 2
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Home Studio ChorltonDate & Time: Sun 11 Sept 2022, 11.00-13.30
SKU: AOverlock220911
Avaible: 2
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Home Studio ChorltonIf you are already friendly with your sewing machine and looking for a new technical challenge, don’t limit your sewing skills! Take things one step further and surprise yourself by unraveling the secrets behind sewing with an overlocker!
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Learn to Sew Course
£80.00
Learn to Sew Course
If you have never used a sewing machine before (or if you haven’t used one for a…
Date & time: Mon 12, 19 & 26 Sept 2022, 18.30-21.00
Product code: Stepsew220912
Places available: 1
Skill level: Beginner
Venue: Home Studio ChorltonDate & Time: Mon 12, 19 & 26 Sept 2022, 18.30-21.00
SKU: Stepsew220912
Avaible: 1
Skill level: Beginner
Venue: Home Studio ChorltonIf you have never used a sewing machine before (or if you haven’t used one for a while), then this is the course for you! We have devised a three-week programme of regular evening sessions, designed to give you all the skills you need to begin or progress your journey into the wonderful world of sewing.
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Develop your Sewing Skills Course
Ready to take your sewing to the next level? Join us for this 3-week course, designed…
Date & time: Wed 14, 21 & 28 Sept 2022, 18.30-21.00
Product code: AStepdev220914
Places available: 0
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Home Studio ChorltonDate & Time: Wed 14, 21 & 28 Sept 2022, 18.30-21.00
SKU: AStepdev220914
Avaible: 0
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Home Studio ChorltonReady to take your sewing to the next level? Join us for this 3-week course, designed to build your portfolio of sewing skills and give you the confidence to tackle any sewing project.
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Tailor Made Fabric Lampshade
£40.00
Tailor Made Fabric Lampshade
If you want a bespoke look when it comes to lighting up your room, but can’t find…
Date & time: Sat 17 Sept 2022, 10.00-12.00
Product code: HLamp220917
Places available: 4
Skill level: Beginner
Venue: Bamber Sewing MachinesDate & Time: Sat 17 Sept 2022, 10.00-12.00
SKU: HLamp220917
Avaible: 4
Skill level: Beginner
Venue: Bamber Sewing MachinesIf you want a bespoke look when it comes to lighting up your room, but can’t find the right lampshade, why not make it yourself?
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Clone your Closet at Bambers
£50.00
Clone your Closet at Bambers
You know THAT item in your wardrobe? It’s your wear-it-every-day, so-blimmin-comfortable,…
Date & time: Sat 17 Sept 2022, 13.00-17.00
Product code: Clone220917
Places available: 3
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Bamber Sewing MachinesDate & Time: Sat 17 Sept 2022, 13.00-17.00
SKU: Clone220917
Avaible: 3
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Bamber Sewing MachinesYou know THAT item in your wardrobe? It’s your wear-it-every-day, so-blimmin-comfortable, wish-I’d-bought-three absolute favourite. But it has seen better days and you’re feeling anxious about its inevitable demise. Well now you can clone that clothing!
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Learn to Sew in a Day at Bambers
If you have never used a sewing machine before (or if you haven’t used one for a…
Date & time: Sat 24 Sept 2022, 10.00-16.30
Product code: Sewday220924
Places available: 6
Skill level: Beginner
Venue: Bamber Sewing MachinesDate & Time: Sat 24 Sept 2022, 10.00-16.30
SKU: Sewday220924
Avaible: 6
Skill level: Beginner
Venue: Bamber Sewing MachinesIf you have never used a sewing machine before (or if you haven’t used one for a while), then this is the workshop for you!
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Jesmonite Plant Pot and Coaster
Learn about the versatile modern casting material Jesmonite, think of it as an eco-friendly…
Date & time: Sat 24 Sept, 10.00-12.30
Product code: Jesmonite220924
Places available: 5
Skill level: Beginner
Venue: Oppidan SocialDate & Time: Sat 24 Sept, 10.00-12.30
SKU: Jesmonite220924
Avaible: 5
Skill level: Beginner
Venue: Oppidan SocialLearn about the versatile modern casting material Jesmonite, think of it as an eco-friendly lightweight answer to concrete!
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Introduction to Macrame
£35.00
Introduction to Macrame
Go mad for macramé on this fantastic beginners workshop.
Date & time: Sat 24 Sept 2022, 14.00-16.00
Product code: Macrame220924
Places available: 9
Skill level: Beginner
Venue: Oppidan SocialDate & Time: Sat 24 Sept 2022, 14.00-16.00
SKU: Macrame220924
Avaible: 9
Skill level: Beginner
Venue: Oppidan SocialGo mad for macramé on this fantastic beginners workshop.
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Develop your Sewing Skills in a Day
Date & time: Sat 1 Oct 2022, 9.00-16.30
Product code: ADevelop221001
Places available: 0
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Bamber Sewing MachinesDate & Time: Sat 1 Oct 2022, 9.00-16.30
SKU: ADevelop221001
Avaible: 0
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
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Develop your Sewing Skills Course
Ready to take your sewing to the next level? Join us for this 3-week course, designed…
Date & time: Mon 3, 10 & 17 Oct 2022, 18.30-21.00
Product code: AStepdev221003
Places available: 0
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Home Studio ChorltonDate & Time: Mon 3, 10 & 17 Oct 2022, 18.30-21.00
SKU: AStepdev221003
Avaible: 0
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Home Studio ChorltonReady to take your sewing to the next level? Join us for this 3-week course, designed to build your portfolio of sewing skills and give you the confidence to tackle any sewing project.
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Introduction to Dressmaking
£87.50
Introduction to Dressmaking
If you have never used a sewing pattern or made a garment before, then this is the…
Date & time: Wed 5, 12 & 19 Oct 2022, 18.30-21.00
Product code: Dsdress221005
Places available: 4
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Home Studio ChorltonDate & Time: Wed 5, 12 & 19 Oct 2022, 18.30-21.00
SKU: Dsdress221005
Avaible: 4
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Home Studio ChorltonIf you have never used a sewing pattern or made a garment before, then this is the workshop for you!
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Sew your own Wiggle Dress
£87.50
Sew your own Wiggle Dress
Free your inner bombshell and sew this seriously sexy wiggle dress to flatter your…
Date & time: Sat 8 Oct 2022, 9.00-17.00
Product code: Dwiggle221008
Places available: 3
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Bamber Sewing MachinesDate & Time: Sat 8 Oct 2022, 9.00-17.00
SKU: Dwiggle221008
Avaible: 3
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Bamber Sewing MachinesFree your inner bombshell and sew this seriously sexy wiggle dress to flatter your womanly curves. Choose to make either a sleeveless shift-style dress or one with a flattering mid-length sleeve and make the ultimate dress to flatter your figure.
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Sew your own Capri Trousers
£75.00
Sew your own Capri Trousers
Look every inch the cool cat in your own pair of handmade, perfectly fitted capri…
Date & time: Sat 8 Oct 2022, 10.30-17.00
Product code: Dcapri221008
Places available: 3
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Bamber Sewing MachinesDate & Time: Sat 8 Oct 2022, 10.30-17.00
SKU: Dcapri221008
Avaible: 3
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Bamber Sewing MachinesLook every inch the cool cat in your own pair of handmade, perfectly fitted capri pants.
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Sew your own Tunic Dress or Top
Wardrobe staples have a special place in every girl’s heart, but what about making…
Date & time: Sat 8 Oct 2022, 10.30-17.00
Product code: Dtunic221008
Places available: 3
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Bamber Sewing MachinesDate & Time: Sat 8 Oct 2022, 10.30-17.00
SKU: Dtunic221008
Avaible: 3
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Bamber Sewing MachinesWardrobe staples have a special place in every girl’s heart, but what about making one for yourself. This fashion focused tunic dress, with a flattering boat neck, is the perfect everyday wear.
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Sew your own A-line or Pencil Skirt
If you’re raring to take your first steps into dressmaking, join us in making either…
Date & time: Sat 8 Oct 2022, 10.30-17.00
Product code: DApencil221008
Places available: 2
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Bamber Sewing MachinesDate & Time: Sat 8 Oct 2022, 10.30-17.00
SKU: DApencil221008
Avaible: 2
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Bamber Sewing MachinesIf you’re raring to take your first steps into dressmaking, join us in making either an A-line or pencil skirt in just one day and leave with a super stylish end result.
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Sew your own Kimono Jacket
£60.00
Sew your own Kimono Jacket
Super quick to make, a Kimono style jacket is a perfect garment for summer layering…
Date & time: Sat 8 Oct 2022, 12.00-17.00
Product code: Dkimjaq221008
Places available: 1
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Bamber Sewing MachinesDate & Time: Sat 8 Oct 2022, 12.00-17.00
SKU: Dkimjaq221008
Avaible: 1
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Bamber Sewing MachinesSuper quick to make, a Kimono style jacket is a perfect garment for summer layering or a swish night out.
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Sew your own Kimono
£60.00
Sew your own Kimono
A kimono is perfect for swanning around the house, covering up in the sun or channeling…
Date & time: Sat 8 Oct 2022, 12.00-17.00
Product code: Dkimono221008
Places available: 1
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Bamber Sewing MachinesDate & Time: Sat 8 Oct 2022, 12.00-17.00
SKU: Dkimono221008
Avaible: 1
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Bamber Sewing MachinesA kimono is perfect for swanning around the house, covering up in the sun or channeling your inner bohemian at festivals.
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Sew your own Stretch Batwing Top
Holy pins and needles, Batman! Become your own sewing superhero and overcome the…
Date & time: Sat 8 Oct 2022, 12.30-17.00
Product code: Dbatwing221008
Places available: 0
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Bamber Sewing MachinesDate & Time: Sat 8 Oct 2022, 12.30-17.00
SKU: Dbatwing221008
Avaible: 0
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Bamber Sewing MachinesHoly pins and needles, Batman! Become your own sewing superhero and overcome the fear of working with that troublesome stretchy fabric.
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Sew your own Fit and Flare Dress
The cutest dress on the block. Our Fit & Flare dress could be sewn up in retro cotton…
Date & time: Sat 8 Oct 2022, 9.00-17.00
Product code: Dfitnflare221008
Places available: 3
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Bamber Sewing MachinesDate & Time: Sat 8 Oct 2022, 9.00-17.00
SKU: Dfitnflare221008
Avaible: 3
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Bamber Sewing MachinesThe cutest dress on the block. Our Fit & Flare dress could be sewn up in retro cotton as a sweet and wearable day dress, or made from something special to become a fiercely flirty occasion dress.
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Introduction to Bodice Fitting
Do you have a classic hourglass figure? Are you the same dress size in every shop?…
Date & time: Sat 15 Oct 2022, 10.00-15.30
Product code: Cbodice221015
Places available: 6
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Bamber Sewing MachinesDate & Time: Sat 15 Oct 2022, 10.00-15.30
SKU: Cbodice221015
Avaible: 6
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Bamber Sewing MachinesDo you have a classic hourglass figure? Are you the same dress size in every shop? Nope, nor us.
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Modern Resin Jewellery
£50.00
Modern Resin Jewellery
Put a totally new twist on tiny keepsakes, shiny trinkets and make mini works of…
Date & time: Sat 15 & 22 October 2022, 14.00-16.00
Product code: JResin221015
Places available: 5
Skill level: Beginner
Venue: Oppidan SocialDate & Time: Sat 15 & 22 October 2022, 14.00-16.00
SKU: JResin221015
Avaible: 5
Skill level: Beginner
Venue: Oppidan SocialPut a totally new twist on tiny keepsakes, shiny trinkets and make mini works of modern art by preserving them forever in gorgeously modern hand crafted pieces of resin jewellery.
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Learn to Crochet
£35.00
Learn to Crochet
If you’re looking to learn to crochet but don’t know how to get started then look…
Date & time: Sat 15 Oct 2022, 10.30-13.00
Product code: KCrochet221015
Places available: 3
Skill level: Beginner
Venue: Oppidan SocialDate & Time: Sat 15 Oct 2022, 10.30-13.00
SKU: KCrochet221015
Avaible: 3
Skill level: Beginner
Venue: Oppidan SocialIf you’re looking to learn to crochet but don’t know how to get started then look no further. Our Introduction to Crochet workshop is the perfect initiation into this addictive craft!
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Screen Printing
£45.00
Screen Printing
Always fancied a go at screen-printing but never knew where to start? Or stuck for…
Date & time: Sun 16 Oct 2022, 10.00-13.00
Product code: PScreen221016
Places available: 8
Skill level: Beginner
Venue: Oppidan SocialDate & Time: Sun 16 Oct 2022, 10.00-13.00
SKU: PScreen221016
Avaible: 8
Skill level: Beginner
Venue: Oppidan SocialAlways fancied a go at screen-printing but never knew where to start? Or stuck for a gift idea for the special person in your life? You will design your print, turn it into a stencil and then print your unique design on to fabric.
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Linocut Printing
£40.00
Linocut Printing
Short, sweet and simple printing techniques don’t come much better than linocut…
Date & time: Sun 16 Oct 2022, 14.00-16.30
Product code: PLino221016
Places available: 7
Skill level: Beginner
Venue: Oppidan SocialDate & Time: Sun 16 Oct 2022, 14.00-16.30
SKU: PLino221016
Avaible: 7
Skill level: Beginner
Venue: Oppidan SocialShort, sweet and simple printing techniques don’t come much better than linocut printing.
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Master Zips and Buttonholes
£30.00
Master Zips and Buttonholes
Are you a Zip-a-phobic? We’ll show you how to take the challenge out of sewing zips…
Date & time: Sat 22 Oct 2022, 14.15-16.45
Product code: AZipbut221022
Places available: 6
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Bamber Sewing MachinesDate & Time: Sat 22 Oct 2022, 14.15-16.45
SKU: AZipbut221022
Avaible: 6
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Bamber Sewing MachinesAre you a Zip-a-phobic? We’ll show you how to take the challenge out of sewing zips by sharing simple tricks and tips that will give you the confidence to tackle zips head on!
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Introduction to Needle Felting
Ready to get violent with a needle and some fibres? Then enter the wonderful world…
Date & time: Sat 22 October 2022, 10.30-13.00
Product code: KFelting221022
Places available: 8
Skill level: Beginner
Venue: Oppidan SocialDate & Time: Sat 22 October 2022, 10.30-13.00
SKU: KFelting221022
Avaible: 8
Skill level: Beginner
Venue: Oppidan SocialReady to get violent with a needle and some fibres? Then enter the wonderful world of needle-felted animals.
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Beginner Curtain and Blind Making
Save yourself a fortune and take windows into your own hands and learn the ins and…
Date & time: Sat 22 Oct 2022, 9.00-13.30
Product code: HCurtain221022
Places available: 4
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Bamber Sewing MachinesDate & Time: Sat 22 Oct 2022, 9.00-13.30
SKU: HCurtain221022
Avaible: 4
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Bamber Sewing MachinesSave yourself a fortune and take windows into your own hands and learn the ins and outs of curtain and blind making at Ministry of Craft.
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Clothing Alterations
£35.00
Clothing Alterations
Date & time: Sun 23 Oct 2022, 11.00-13.30
Product code: Alteration221023
Places available: 0
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Home Studio ChorltonDate & Time: Sun 23 Oct 2022, 11.00-13.30
SKU: Alteration221023
Avaible: 0
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
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Learn to Sew in a Day at Bambers
If you have never used a sewing machine before (or if you haven’t used one for a…
Date & time: Sat 29 Oct 2022, 10.00-16.30
Product code: Sewday221029
Places available: 6
Skill level: Beginner
Venue: Bamber Sewing MachinesDate & Time: Sat 29 Oct 2022, 10.00-16.30
SKU: Sewday221029
Avaible: 6
Skill level: Beginner
Venue: Bamber Sewing MachinesIf you have never used a sewing machine before (or if you haven’t used one for a while), then this is the workshop for you!
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Free Machine Embroidery & Appliqué
What on earth is free machine embroidery you ask? Well it’s time to get creative…
Date & time: Sun 30 Oct, 2022, 10.30-16.30
Product code: Embmach221030
Places available: 2
Skill level: Beginner
Venue: Home Studio ChorltonDate & Time: Sun 30 Oct, 2022, 10.30-16.30
SKU: Embmach221030
Avaible: 2
Skill level: Beginner
Venue: Home Studio ChorltonWhat on earth is free machine embroidery you ask? Well it’s time to get creative rather than functional with a sewing machine and use your needle to draw!
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Develop your Sewing Skills in a Day
Date & time: Sat 5 Nov 2022, 9.00-16.30
Product code: ADevelop221105
Places available: 1
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Bamber Sewing MachinesDate & Time: Sat 5 Nov 2022, 9.00-16.30
SKU: ADevelop221105
Avaible: 1
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
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Learn to Knit
£40.00
Learn to Knit
There has never been a better time to pick up those needles and get them clacking!…
Date & time: Sat 12 Nov 2022, 10.00-13.00
Product code: Knit221112
Places available: 8
Skill level: Beginner
Venue: Oppidan SocialDate & Time: Sat 12 Nov 2022, 10.00-13.00
SKU: Knit221112
Avaible: 8
Skill level: Beginner
Venue: Oppidan SocialThere has never been a better time to pick up those needles and get them clacking! We’ll take you step by step through the basics, leaving you confident and wanting more!
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Introduction to Hand Embroidery
Learn the easy and satisfying art of hand embroidery over a relaxing 2.5 hours.
Date & time: Sat 12 Nov 2022, 14.00-16.30
Product code: Embhand221112
Places available: 8
Skill level: Beginner
Venue: Oppidan SocialDate & Time: Sat 12 Nov 2022, 14.00-16.30
SKU: Embhand221112
Avaible: 8
Skill level: Beginner
Venue: Oppidan SocialLearn the easy and satisfying art of hand embroidery over a relaxing 2.5 hours.
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Creative Crochet : Amigurumi
£40.00
Creative Crochet : Amigurumi
Ready to take the next step on your crochet journey? Then this is the workshop for…
Date & time: Sat 26 Nov 2022, 10.00-13.00
Product code: KAmigur221126
Places available: 1
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Oppidan SocialDate & Time: Sat 26 Nov 2022, 10.00-13.00
SKU: KAmigur221126
Avaible: 1
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Oppidan SocialReady to take the next step on your crochet journey? Then this is the workshop for you.
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Arm Knitted Blanket
£40.00
Arm Knitted Blanket
Come and join us for a super satisfying arm knitting workshop and take home your…
Date & time: Sun 4 Dec 2022, 15.00-17.30
Product code: karmknit221204
Places available: 6
Skill level: Beginner
Venue: Oppidan SocialDate & Time: Sun 4 Dec 2022, 15.00-17.30
SKU: karmknit221204
Avaible: 6
Skill level: Beginner
Venue: Oppidan SocialCome and join us for a super satisfying arm knitting workshop and take home your own super chunky, snuggly blanket!
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