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Transform shirts to cushions and more

Transform shirts to cushions and more

Highlights

  • Delivered In-Person

  • All levels

Description

In this day when more of us are thinking about the impact on the environment, using reclaimed fabric has it benefits. It can bring new life to fabrics that would otherwise find it's way into landfill. 

This fun workshop uses shirts to create a range of sewn items As well as developing our sewing skills, we will be combining patchwork and quilting to create a selection of the following items:

apron, cushion cover, coin purses, zipped pouches, pot holders and more

We will also cover good sources of recycled fabrics and ideas for using them.

This class is suitable for all abilities

Materials will be provided, but if you have a special shirt you would like to use, please bring it along.

To see an example of what can be made from just one well loved shirt, read this blog post here.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How will this course be delivered?

    This is an in person class held in our Sheffield Studio at SOAR Works

  • Are materials provided?

    Materials can be provided on request.  There is an option to add this at checkout and their is an extra charge.  If you are bringing your own materials, a supply list will be provided for you 

  • Will I need to bring equipment?

    If you want to bring your own sewing kit (scissors, rotary cutter etc,) and/or sewing machine, you are more than welcome to do so.  However, there are a limited number of machines available to use in the studio.  If you want to use your machine, please bring it with you

  • Refreshments

    Tea, coffee, fruit tea and some snacks will be available.  You may wish to bring your own cup.  If you need to bring lunch, then please bring a packed lunch.  There is a small fridge in the studio.  

    There are some shops around the corner if you wish to purchase food on the day.

Location

Loopy's Place, Unit 1.30 Soar Works 14 Knutton Road, S5 9NU, United Kingdom, Sheffield

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