Welcome to Cambridge Sewing
Cambridge wedding dress and posh Frocks alterations service.
Sewing classes, Learn to Sew
'One to One'
Private Tuition for beginners-Advanced.
Tamsin is a fully qualified Designer and dressmaker with 30+ years' experience in all aspects in sewing, dressmaking, designing and the bespoke industry.
We would like to provide you with 'One to One' private tuition for in sewing/dressmaking, without all the fuss of a crowded class room.
Learn in a relaxed atmosphere, easy to follow simple step by step guidance, project of your own choice or we are very happy to advise.
Got the sewing bug, but not sure where to start?
Why not have a private lesson, and get you going on your sewing machine
and increase your confidence, perhaps you have a project that you are
working on and just need some extra help.
Private Classes for 1 student OR to keep your costs down 2/3 students, if a friend or friends would like to join you 14 year - Adult - learning together is so much fun.
£40.00 per hour per person (one student)
£30.00 per hour per person (two students +)
We are offering 'one to one' sewing classes at the moment only. To book please call Tamsin 07551 436383
Has your sewing machine been gathering dust? Are you having problems setting up your machine?
Grow your confidence and learn to sew in a relaxed and fun atmosphere.
The Best advice for sewing is to relax and enjoy the process of creating something made by you just for you.
Sewing and dressmaking classes
Beginners to Advanced
Lots of individual help and support
Friendly and relaxed atmosphere
For more details and to book a one to one class please click on the image above
Absolute beginner Sewing, Level 1
£60.00 per person
2 hours
Absolute beginner Level 1 and level 2
£ 110 per person
4-5 hours
Reduced fees for more than one student
Are you looking for a new hobby? Wind down after a hectic working week, learning to sew , it is relaxing and very rewarding!
This is our best selling adult class
The absolute beginner class is a path onto all sorts of different exciting sewing/dressmaking or crafting projects, we love to show you the basics, take home your finished project you are sure to be very proud of.
Skill Level - No Sewing machine, fabric or pattern cutting experience needed.
Setting up your sewing machine, learn all the basic stitches, reverse, pinning and cutting fabric, how to use a pattern, Level 1 - make an envelope cushion (cushion pad is included in class)
Level 2 - Make a reversible Tote bag.
All patterns are provided in class and you can take them away to make lots more at home, handmade gifts for your family and friends.
You can borrow a sewing machine(if you do not own one yet) at no extra costs.
(For more details please look on our class information page)
For more details and to book a place please click on the image above
level 3, confident beginner sewing
Add zips and pockets to your sewing journey
£100 per person
4 hours
Reduced fee for more than one student
Sewing machines are available to borrow free of charge.
Skill level - This course is for a beginner who has a few sewing projects behind them, you can thread and use a sewing machine with confidence or you will have completed our level 1 beginner sewing course.
All patterns are included in each class, you can take them home to keep to complete more homemade wonderful gifts for your friends and family, spread your sewing love around!
You will learn - All about zips, you will sew a lapped zip sample and a standard zip sample , you will make a zipped Washbag with outer and inner pockets.
For more details about this class please take a look at the Level 3 sewing course information page from the drop down menu above.
Beginner dressmaking class - Level 1
Lounge trousers/shorts
£100.00 per person
4 hours
Absolute beginner dressmaking
Skill level - You will have completed our level 1 beginner sewing course or you are confident threading and using your sewing machine.
Lounge in style with your handmade lounge trousers/shorts.
Choose between full length trousers or shorts, with a tie ribbon waist,
With a relaxed fit leg and so comfy to wear, you'll never want to get dressed when you wear your Jaimie Jammies!!
Sizes - UK 4-24+
You will learn:
Correct body measurements, correct sizing, pattern layout, fabric layout, pinning and cutting a pattern, pattern grading, pattern symbols, correct seams and allowances, sewing your trousers, waistband, hems amd buttonholes.
Confident Beginner Dressmaking, Level 2
The Tunic Dress
£200.00 per person
10 hours
Reduced fee for more than one student
An excellent progression from the level 1 beginner dressmaking Lounge pants
OR
You must be able to thread and use your machine with confidence, pin and cut fabric and have a few simple dressmaking projects behind you.
Stevie has a modern, boxy fit, with round neckline and kimono sleeves, closing at the back with pretty ties or button loop. This dress can be shortened or lengthened to suit, above-the-knee, on-the-knee, below-the-knee, with optional turn-up cuffs and patch pocket. Throw it on with a statement necklace and you're good to go!
At the end of your course you will have your Lovely bespoke Tunic dress to show off, handmade by you!
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Introduction to Free motion sewing machine embroidery beginner Level 1
£70 per person
3 hours
Reduced fee for more than one student
The joys of free motion embroidery, machine stitching with your feed dogs down and an embroidery/darning foot on means exactly that FREE to be as creative as you dare.
You can use you normal domestic sewing machine, no special fancy machines needed.
Skill level - You must be able to thread and use a sewing machine, NO free motion embroidery experience needed, no artistic background needed.
Experimenting is exciting, drawing with stitch takes practice and takes a little courage for first timers. Start with a blank piece of fabric and doodle; continuous lines, swirls, circles, curves, zig zags, this will loosen you up, then move onto a picture creation.
To book a place please click on the image above
Roman blind making
£120 per person
5+ hours
Love the look of Roman blinds, but never thought you could sew them yourself?
Now you can learn to make your own and dress your windows with style.
With Tamsin at Cambridge Sewing you’ll not only complete your own blind but you’ll have the skills you need to make more Roman blinds in future.
Some sewing classes only teach you to make a simple sample, but with Tamsin you’ll make a complete Roman blind for a small window in your home, giving you a much better understanding on how they are created and put together.
(window size must be no wider than 130cm) if you do not have a small window at home, you can make a blind for a family member or friend, or you can make a sample blind.
You’ll leave this class with one finished blind, in your own choice of fabric
You will leave with instructions so you can ‘go solo’ at home.
Learn how to make professional roman blinds. You will learn how to measure the window correctly, square off the fabric, fully line the blinds, attach the necessary parts to make the blind functional and how to fit it to the window.
Skill level: You will expected to be able to use a sewing machine, sew and cut confidently (ideally be at same level as someone who has completed the level 1 beginner sewing course).
To book a place please click on the image above
Get to know your overlocker
£60 per person
2+ hours
Are you a little scared of your over locker? Let's learn together all the basics, to gain your overlocking confidence - You can do this!
An overlocker not only provides your sewing projects/garments with a professional finished look, there is much more you will learn in our class, you will learn how to correctly:
Thread the machine, Change over 4 cottons, the best threads and which colours to use, all 4 tention controls and their individual stitches and uses, how to readjust each tension control, problem solving, tackle bulky seams, how to start and finish off sewing in a circle, sewing an inner and outer corner, starting off and reversing, gathering stitch, rolled hem, lettuce hem, Flatlock stitch and hemming, overlocked neat hem.
Skill level - You will have a few simple sewing projects behind you.
You will need to bring your own over locker machine, your machine; must be in good working order.
For more information please click on the image above.
Curtains - How to shorten your curtains
£80.00 per person
3+ hours
Skill level - You will need to be confident with your sewing machine.
Learn how to shorten fully lined curtains, a skill in its self.
Make a made to measure stylish shirt dress
Improver dressmaking
£600.00 per person
£300.00 deposit required to secure your place
20+ hours
Skill Level – You will be able to use your sewing machine with confidence and have several dressmaking projects behind you.
Rosa has a flattering semi-fitted shape, gently curved princess seams on both front and back. A great feature is the pointed back yoke, which looks stunning highlighted with decorative topstitching or piping.
Princess seams, fittings, colar, cuffs, buttonholes, pockets, hems and more.
Wear your Rosa dress for work or play, and let the compliments come flooding in.
Advanced dressmaking - The fitted lined jacket
£700.00 per person
£350 deposit required
24+ Hours
Influenced by the genius of Christian Dior, this jacket features a notched collar and longline, hip-length hem, with slanted pockets inserted into the front panels. The back of the jacket gently flares with a classic vent. The longer length means it’ll keep you that little bit warmer.
A slim silhouette and waisted fit which offers that quintessential 1940’s shape we love. The long two-piece set-in sleeve is gently tailored at the sleevehead for definition, and the jacket is finished with delicate handstitching for an exquisite finish. The jacket has shaped princess seams and close at the front with three buttons.
You will learn - Pattern alterations, pattern fit, made to measure sizing, we will be structuring a collar, princess seams, set in sleeves, lining, buttonholes, bespoke sewing, hand sewing to finish. We will be adding - Tailoring interfacing, ice wool and shoulder pads.
Skill level – Advanced, You will need experience in dressmaking and you are looking to improve and learn new skills.
