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Introduction to Bodice Fitting

£65.00

Introduction to Bodice Fitting

Do you have a classic hourglass figure? Are you the same dress size in every shop?…

Date & time: Sat 28 May 2022, 10.00-15.30
Product code: Cbodice220528
Places available: 1
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Bamber Sewing Machines

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Date & Time: Sat 28 May 2022, 10.00-15.30
SKU: Cbodice220528
Avaible: 1
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Bamber Sewing Machines

Do you have a classic hourglass figure? Are you the same dress size in every shop? Nope, nor us.

Sew your own A-line or Pencil Skirt

£75.00

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 4 June 2022, 10.30-17.00
Product code: DApencil220604
Places available: 0
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Home Studio Chorlton

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Date & Time: Sat 4 June 2022, 10.30-17.00
SKU: DApencil220604
Avaible: 0
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Home Studio Chorlton

If 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.

Sew your own Tunic Dress or Top

£75.00

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 4 June 2022, 10.30-17.00
Product code: Dtunic220604
Places available: 0
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Home Studio Chorlton

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Date & Time: Sat 4 June 2022, 10.30-17.00
SKU: Dtunic220604
Avaible: 0
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Home Studio Chorlton

Wardrobe 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.

Sew your own Fit and Flare Dress

£87.50

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 4 June 2022, 9.00-17.00
Product code: Dfitnflare220604
Places available: 0
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Home Studio Chorlton

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Date & Time: Sat 4 June 2022, 9.00-17.00
SKU: Dfitnflare220604
Avaible: 0
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Home Studio Chorlton

The 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.

Patchwork and Quilting: Cushion

£70.00

Patchwork and Quilting: Cushion

Unravel the mystery of patchwork and quilting and before you know it, you will be…

Date & time: Sun 12 June 2022, 10.00-17.00
Product code: Quiltcus220403
Places available: 2
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Home Studio Chorlton

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Date & Time: Sun 12 June 2022, 10.00-17.00
SKU: Quiltcus220403
Avaible: 2
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Home Studio Chorlton

Unravel the mystery of patchwork and quilting and before you know it, you will be hooked on this addictive craft!

Beginner Curtain and Blind Making

£65.00

Beginner Curtain and Blind Making

Save yourself a fortune and take windows into your own hands and learn the ins and…

Date & time: Sat 18 June 2022, 9.00-13.30
Product code: HCurtain220618
Places available: 2
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Bamber Sewing Machines

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Date & Time: Sat 18 June 2022, 9.00-13.30
SKU: HCurtain220618
Avaible: 2
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Bamber Sewing Machines

Save 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.

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 18 June 2022, 14.15-16.45
Product code: AZipbut220618
Places available: 3
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Bamber Sewing Machines

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Date & Time: Sat 18 June 2022, 14.15-16.45
SKU: AZipbut220618
Avaible: 3
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Bamber Sewing Machines

Are 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!

Sew your own Kimono

A kimono is perfect for swanning around the house, covering up in the sun or channeling…

Date & time: Sat 25 June 2022, 12.00-17.00
Product code: Dkimono220625
Places available: 1
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Bamber Sewing Machines

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Date & Time: Sat 25 June 2022, 12.00-17.00
SKU: Dkimono220625
Avaible: 1
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Bamber Sewing Machines

A kimono is perfect for swanning around the house, covering up in the sun or channeling your inner bohemian at festivals.

Sew your own Stretch Batwing Top

£60.00

Sew your own Stretch Batwing Top

Holy pins and needles, Batman! Become your own sewing superhero and overcome the…

Date & time: Sat 25 June 2022, 12.30-17.00
Product code: Dbatwing220625
Places available: 2
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Bamber Sewing Machines

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Date & Time: Sat 25 June 2022, 12.30-17.00
SKU: Dbatwing220625
Avaible: 2
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Bamber Sewing Machines

Holy pins and needles, Batman! Become your own sewing superhero and overcome the fear of working with that troublesome stretchy fabric.

Sew your own Kimono Jacket

Super quick to make, a Kimono style jacket is a perfect garment for summer layering…

Date & time: Sat 25 June 2022, 12.00-17.00
Product code: Dkimjaq220625
Places available: 3
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Bamber Sewing Machines

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Date & Time: Sat 25 June 2022, 12.00-17.00
SKU: Dkimjaq220625
Avaible: 3
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Bamber Sewing Machines

Super quick to make, a Kimono style jacket is a perfect garment for summer layering or a swish night out.

Sew your own Fit and Flare Dress

£87.50

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 25 June 2022, 9.00-17.00
Product code: Dfitnflare220625
Places available: 3
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Bamber Sewing Machines

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Date & Time: Sat 25 June 2022, 9.00-17.00
SKU: Dfitnflare220625
Avaible: 3
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Bamber Sewing Machines

The 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.

Sew your own Wiggle Dress

Free your inner bombshell and sew this seriously sexy wiggle dress to flatter your…

Date & time: Sat 25 June 2022, 9.00-17.00
Product code: Dwiggle220625
Places available: 3
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Bamber Sewing Machines

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Date & Time: Sat 25 June 2022, 9.00-17.00
SKU: Dwiggle220625
Avaible: 3
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Bamber Sewing Machines

Free 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.

Sew your own Tunic Dress or Top

£75.00

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 25 June 2022, 10.30-17.00
Product code: Dtunic220625
Places available: 2
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Bamber Sewing Machines

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Date & Time: Sat 25 June 2022, 10.30-17.00
SKU: Dtunic220625
Avaible: 2
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Bamber Sewing Machines

Wardrobe 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.

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 25 June 2022, 10.30-17.00
Product code: Dcapri220625
Places available: 2
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Bamber Sewing Machines

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Date & Time: Sat 25 June 2022, 10.30-17.00
SKU: Dcapri220625
Avaible: 2
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Bamber Sewing Machines

Look every inch the cool cat in your own pair of handmade, perfectly fitted capri pants.

Sew your own A-line or Pencil Skirt

£75.00

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 25 June 2022, 10.30-17.00
Product code: DApencil220625
Places available: 2
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Bamber Sewing Machines

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Date & Time: Sat 25 June 2022, 10.30-17.00
SKU: DApencil220625
Avaible: 2
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Bamber Sewing Machines

If 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.

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 2 July 2022, 9.00-17.00
Product code: Dday220702
Places available: 5
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Bamber Sewing Machines

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Date & Time: Sat 2 July 2022, 9.00-17.00
SKU: Dday220702
Avaible: 5
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Bamber Sewing Machines

If 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!

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: Thurs 7, 14 & 21 July 2022, 18.30-21.00
Product code: Dsdress220707
Places available: 2
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Home Studio Chorlton

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Date & Time: Thurs 7, 14 & 21 July 2022, 18.30-21.00
SKU: Dsdress220707
Avaible: 2
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Home Studio Chorlton

If you have never used a sewing pattern or made a garment before, then this is the workshop for you!

Develop your Sewing Skills Course

£75.00

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 13, 20 & 27 July 2022, 18.30-21.00
Product code: AStepdev220713
Places available: 4
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Home Studio Chorlton

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Date & Time: Wed 13, 20 & 27 July 2022, 18.30-21.00
SKU: AStepdev220713
Avaible: 4
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Home Studio Chorlton

Ready 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.

Clothing Alterations

£35.00

Clothing Alterations

Date & time: Sat 16 July 2022, 10.00-12.30
Product code: Alteration220716
Places available: 3
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Home Studio Chorlton

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Date & Time: Sat 16 July 2022, 10.00-12.30
SKU: Alteration220716
Avaible: 3
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Home Studio Chorlton

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: Sat 16 July 2022, 14.00-16.30
Product code: AOverlock220716
Places available: 3
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Home Studio Chorlton

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Date & Time: Sat 16 July 2022, 14.00-16.30
SKU: AOverlock220716
Avaible: 3
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Home Studio Chorlton

If 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!

Sew your own A-line or Pencil Skirt

£75.00

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 6 Aug 2022, 10.30-17.00
Product code: DApencil220806
Places available: 2
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Home Studio Chorlton

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Date & Time: Sat 6 Aug 2022, 10.30-17.00
SKU: DApencil220806
Avaible: 2
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Home Studio Chorlton

If 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.

Sew your own Tunic Dress or Top

£75.00

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 6 Aug 2022, 10.30-17.00
Product code: Dtunic220806
Places available: 2
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Home Studio Chorlton

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Date & Time: Sat 6 Aug 2022, 10.30-17.00
SKU: Dtunic220806
Avaible: 2
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Home Studio Chorlton

Wardrobe 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.

Sew your own Fit and Flare Dress

£87.50

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: Sst 6 Aug 2022, 9.00-17.00
Product code: Dfitnflare220806
Places available: 2
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Home Studio Chorlton

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Date & Time: Sst 6 Aug 2022, 9.00-17.00
SKU: Dfitnflare220806
Avaible: 2
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Home Studio Chorlton

The 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.

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 6 Aug 2022, 10.30-17.00
Product code: Dcapri220806
Places available: 2
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Home Studio Chorlton

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Date & Time: Sat 6 Aug 2022, 10.30-17.00
SKU: Dcapri220806
Avaible: 2
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Home Studio Chorlton

Look every inch the cool cat in your own pair of handmade, perfectly fitted capri pants.

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 6 Aug 2022, 9.00-17.00
Product code: Dwiggle220806
Places available: 2
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Home Studio Chorlton

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Date & Time: Sat 6 Aug 2022, 9.00-17.00
SKU: Dwiggle220806
Avaible: 2
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Home Studio Chorlton

Introduction to Bodice Fitting

£65.00

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: 5
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Bamber Sewing Machines

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Date & Time: Sat 20 Aug 2022, 10.00-15.30
SKU: Cbodice220820
Avaible: 5
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Bamber Sewing Machines

Do you have a classic hourglass figure? Are you the same dress size in every shop? Nope, nor us.

Introduction to Trouser Fitting

£60.00

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: 3
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Home Studio Chorlton

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Date & Time: Sun 4 Sept 2022, 11.00-15.30
SKU: Ctrouser220904
Avaible: 3
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Home Studio Chorlton

We 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.

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: 5
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Bamber Sewing Machines

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Date & Time: Sat 10 Sept 2022, 9.00-17.00
SKU: Dday220910
Avaible: 5
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Bamber Sewing Machines

If 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!

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: 5
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Home Studio Chorlton

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Date & Time: Sun 11 Sept 2022, 11.00-13.30
SKU: AOverlock220911
Avaible: 5
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Home Studio Chorlton

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: 6
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Bamber Sewing Machines

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Date & Time: Sat 17 Sept 2022, 13.00-17.00
SKU: Clone220917
Avaible: 6
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Bamber Sewing Machines

You 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!

Develop your Sewing Skills in a Day

£75.00

Develop your Sewing Skills in a Day

Date & time: Sat 1 Oct 2022, 9.00-16.30
Product code: ADevelop221001
Places available: 6
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Bamber Sewing Machines

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Date & Time: Sat 1 Oct 2022, 9.00-16.30
SKU: ADevelop221001
Avaible: 6
Skill level: Advanced Beginner
Venue: Bamber Sewing Machines

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Fabric Focus - Ponte Roma

If you want a crisp, structured look with your dressmaking…
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CREATIVE INSPIRATION- MOLLA MILLS

Striking modern designs and an infectious love of the…
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Fabric Focus - Stretch Cotton

I often get asked for fabric recommendations when making…

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