Do or Die...

As an experienced sewing and craft tutor I am available for private bookings for groups of 3-6 at my small Wellingborough based studio - Belgrade Studio - or I can come to you, just drop me a line!

Shoe Makeover Workshops:

Come along to a creative one-day shoe makeover workshop and learn how to transform a pair of plain old shoes into something truly stunning and totally unique! On these fun one-day courses, I will guide you step by step through the process of pattern making, covering and embellishing your shoes with a choice of eye-catching fabrics and trims. At the end of the day you will walk away in your very own fabulous customised footwear!

Please bring along a pair of plain patent/smooth shoes to cover (heels or ballet flats are ideal) and an apron. All other materials and equipment are provided.

A shoe makeover workshop makes a fantastic hen-do activity, please get in touch if you would like to arrange one!

Price £45 per person for groups of 3-6 at Belgrade Studio, or I can come to you at a venue of your choice.

Fabulous Fabric Shoe Makeover Talk and Demo:

Learn about the basics of shoe design and how to take a pattern from your own shoes in order to recover them and give them a fabulous new look. This is a 45 minute - 1 hour talk and live demonstration suitable for WI's, community groups etc.

Price £40 plus mileage 

Beginners Sewing Workshops:

My machine sewing workshops are suitable for anyone from beginner to expert - and with Japanese designs, wardrobe staples and home accessories to choose from, there's always something for everyone.

Price range £25 - £35 per person for groups of 3-6 at Belgrade Studio.

Arm Knitting Workshops:

Try one of my ever popular relaxed arm knitting workshops and create your own gorgeous chunky throw using giant yarn and your arms for needles!

Price range £35 - £55 per person for groups of 3-6 at Belgrade Studio, or from £15 per person for larger groups at a venue of your choice.

The French Couture Jacket - 5 day couture sewing course:

The iconic Chanel cardigan jacket is a timeless classic with an eye-watering pricetag, but here is your chance to make your own using thr same techniques employed by the couture ateliers of Paris. We will uncover the unique construction secrets that make this designer jacket so covetable and apply them to our own creations: from quilting, hand-sewn linings and three-piece sleeves, to making our own bespoke trim, choosing buttons and adding chain weights. You will go home with your very own couture masterpiece! (Level: Intermediate/Advanced)

Price £50 per person per day at Belgrade Studio, days can be taken as a block or spread out to suit.

* Don't forget to check out my free tutorials on YouTube! *