Mending textiles is a popular and effective way to reduce waste and pollution. Every culture has its unique methods, and we are excited to introduce you to Boro, the Japanese art of mending. This tradition utilizes the sashiko stitch, a simple yet beautiful technique to renew fabric.

The repetitive movements of sashiko stitching can also promote mindfulness, offering a chance for your body to reset and activate its natural healing and renewal processes.

Join us to learn and share this experience with like-minded individuals.

**WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:
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- The philosophy behind this mending technique
- How to design and create sashiko patterns
- Preparing the fabric for stitching
- Introduction to special tools used in sashiko
- Mastering the sashiko stitch

All equipment and materials are provided, but feel free to bring your own fabric or garments to mend. This short workshop will quickly deepen your textile skills, equipping you to confidently tackle larger projects.


Sashiko embroidery / Japanese mending

Josephine  Doorley 

Ann Robertson

Very relaxed but productive and informative workshop. What a lovely tutor and fantastic organisation. Looking forward to signing up for more classes. 

Calli Snowdon

Great course, demystified something I’ve been interim for years. Tutor was fantastic

Graziella Capuzzo

Too basic course, for me. Everyone were definitely nice and welcoming people. I feel I could have found the information provided by the tutor, especially at the beginning, on an introductory book, or video online. I was hoping for a basic project, no matter how simple, to be taught how to complete, during the session. We only leasurely practiced for the entire duration.

Fiona Christie

A really enjoyable small number class last night at the Drill Hall, Monika has a lovely relaxed teaching style and is generous with her knowledge and materials.  Will definitely return for other classes 

Mindful Stitching and Mending: Explore the Art of Japanese Techniques

This workshop is designed to quickly walk you through the basics, build your confidence and get you started on the exciting journey of sewing and mending!

The small workshop size ensures valuable one-to-one teacher and participant time, allowing maximum engagement and assistance.  It is an easy to follow class with clear simple instructions.

Using a sewing box or sewing machine, easily creating new garments as well as mending or altering existing items is a sustainable and eco-friendly way of reducing garment waste and extending the life of our garments.

We will cover:
- introduction to sewing with the sewing machine
- looking at the different types of seams and finishing techniques
- how to make basic alterations and the hem
- introduction to mending: hand-sewing technics, dry felting, and many more.

If you have a special piece that you want to alter, redesign or repair, bring it with you and we will help you to achieve your goals.
All equipment and some materials will be provided but you are welcome to bring along your own sewing machine if you wish.

Please Note: We correspond only via email. Kindly check your email the day before the workshop for any notifications.



Basic sewing : A Lifetime Skill 

Parker- jorjah  Anderson-brown 

Absolutely fabulous. 
Posting on behalf of my daughter. 
She  did 2 courses with remode collective. 
She is very young(10) extremely keen and now full of inspiration. 
My daughter is autistic and has ADHD . Her teacher was full of knowledge (Rita) 
I would like to say a massive thankyou. 
Definitely will be back and excited to learn more . 
Thanks PJ 

Andrea Fraser

I very much enjoyed the course in basic dressmaking. It was good revision for me as I haven't sewn much for several years, and it has encouraged me to get going again, with more confidence. 

Julian Ellis-Brown

An excellent introduction to sewing techniques, I brought my own small project which I was able to complete within the time - highly recommend!

Isabel Simpson

Really enjoyed  this class, would recommend to anyone wishing to start  sewing  . 🧵

Patrick Dunne

The workshop was very good. Very welcoming and helpful. I am as complete beginner but have signed up for a 4 week dressmaking course with remode as a result of this course!

Jen Harris

Friendly knowledgeable teacher and a good class size, small enough that you could get personal attention when you needed it but also good to have others there with their own questions etc. Definitely recommend this for anyone who's a complete beginner or like me just very very rusty!

Elise

really enjoyed the class. First time using a sewing machine and felt I got a grasp on the basics.  Also surprised by how much I enjoyed learning some new hand sewing stitches. The class was small and the teacher so lovely. Would definitely recommend! 

Juno Neal

I really enjoyed the workshop, Grace was lovely and explained everything really well, the project was fun and I had a great time! 

Alexandra Birch

My girls had a wonderful time and learned a lot! 

Basic sewing :  A Lifetime Skill 

Shona Kelt

Great 3 hours going over the basics, with a machine and by hand.  Small group so very easy to ask questions and make sure we all understood.   Great help/advise for mending clothes.  My daughter (16) got some material and did a fantastic job of fixing her jacket with the stitches she had learnt. 

Leona 

I learned how to thread the machine and how to do different stitches, teacher was very friendly, venue was okay but comfy seats would be good, used my own machine which was great.

Adrienne Zitt

Fab workshop, lovely atmosphere, and I walked home having learned basic stitches and mended a dress. Now keen to purchase a sewing machine for the first time in my life! Thanks Jen :-)

Antonia Clark

Francia was really welcoming and friendly and taught us LOADS in the short time we had. I’m so pleased to practice new skills and hopefully book in some more courses. 

Vicky  Dougal

Fantastic class and teacher.  Will certainly do another class

Rebecca Petrie

Francia was an incredible teacher. Very knowledgeable and supportive. She really made me feel like I could do whatever I set my mind to! I definitely would say I've been inspired to follow this new-found hobby through, go to another class and keep adding to my skills. So excited to one day own my own sewing machine!

Monica Mateiu

This company has some very shady practices. I was looking forward to the course, but five days before I had to cancel due to family issues and a work trip. Any other similar programmes would allow you to reschedule and join a future course, seeing as you've already PAID for it. Not Remode Collective. I asked to join a course at the end of June, giving them a month's notice. They refused to confirm, saying they'll first see if the course gets filled, and then accommodate me if it doesn't. And by 'accommodate' they mean they'll let me know 'a few days before the course starts'. So they prioritise new customers over the ones who've already paid, but not received the service they paid for. They take your money and if you have to cancel within less than 10 days, you don't get a refund or the choice to attend a future course that suits you.

Great workshop in basic skills, which helped me finally pluck up the courage to get my new sewing machine out of plastic and start practicing stitches. Highly recommend!

Joanna Squiban

I really enjoyed the Basic sewing class last night, Kerry was absolutely brilliant! Very fun and professional. I learned a lot of tips for mending my clothes and I would love to attend another class soon! 

Beck Elphinstone

Cerri gave us an over view of different ways in which to repair various items of clothing to prevent them going to landfill. We covered different mending techniques, practiced a few key stitches. We each brought an item of clothing to obtain advice as to how to go about fixing. I took a wholly jumper. Which I have now completed repairing. Result, I will wear it proudly tomorrow! Thank you Cerri! ❤️🪡🧵

Trent Jennings

Fantastic introduction to sewing and great explanation of when and how to apply stitches for clothing repairs. Will be exploring this more. Thanks

Caroline Murray

This was a brilliant course that gave me the basic skills I need to use a sewing machine.  Having only 4 people on the course meant the instructor had plenty of time to answer our questions and give us bespoke advice.

Faith Palmer -Barrett

The course is super basic and packed with tips so really good for beginners. I already do a lot of hand stitching but it was nice to be officially taught so I don't feel like I'm free styling every 
project so much.

Angelene McGinty

Really enjoyed this course - so much so , I'm hoping to sign up for the 4 week dressmaking course in the NY.  The instructor was very knowledgeable and I felt I took a lot of useful info away with me.  Nice class size (we should have been 5 but someone had to cancel so we were 4 which meant we had loads of time to ask questions etc).  Would definitely book with Remode again.  

Ania Lipczynska

Andreas Makas

Was a really great experience! Definitely would move on to the more advanced courses. 

Rachel Watson

Great course, the teacher was very patient and experienced, explaining all methods and problems that we encountered. We left feeling more confident and like we had learnt a lot

Lidia Brocchin

This is a great course if you want to learn the basics skills of how to use a machine and not just that,  you can bring an item to be repaired including hand sewing, the class is small so a lot of individual attention.  Annika was really good.

Violet Pappe

Amazing! Everyone was so nice and teacher was very easy to follow. We did not have enough time to try the different settings.

Katarzyna Lichtarska

A great place and a nice experience to be able to learn practical skills. 

Nadja Mair

Very relaxed atmosphere and small group allowed teacher to tailor (no pun intended) the session to our individual needs. Am already thinking about which class to book next.

Sarah Hutchison

Amazing class, very helpful, and definitely teaches you a lifetime skill!

Liz Sheppard

Fantastic class and learned so much in one session. I used a sewing machine for the very first time, and also a couple of hand sewing stitches to enable me to finally mend a bag. Can't wait to sign up for another session. Thank you!

Do you have 3 hours to spare to learn a life skill that can help make the planet greener? Basic sewing skills is an integral aspect of our culture. 

Do you have a sewing machine at home but you don't know where to start? Thinking of getting a machine but aren't sure if sewing is for you?  

Then our Sewing Machine Workshop is exactly what you need. This workshop is designed to walk you through the basics, build your confidence and get you started on the exciting journey of sewing! Do you want to learn more about sewing and mending clothing using a sewing machine? 

You could mend some of your items during the workshop or make a zip pouch to practice various sewing techniques. 

The small workshop size ensures valuable one-to-one teacher and participant time, allowing maximum engagement and assistance.



We will cover:

-how to thread your machine, wind the bobbin, and change the needle

-looking at the different types of seams and finishing techniques

-practice how to sew straight lines, curves, and turn corners

-guide to mend your garments  or make a zip pouch

-how to maintain your sewing machine and prevent costly service charges.

-continue with your own craft projects.

All equipment and materials will be provided but you are welcome to bring along your own sewing machine if you wish to.

Sewing Machine Skills

Margaret Ritchie

An enjoyable class, with a skilled, helpful and friendly teacher

Rebecca Nurlu

I had such an amazing time at my basic sewing skills lesson. The equipment used was perfect for a beginner and I walked away from it with the confidence to use my sewing machine at home (setup, settings and more). Not only was my instructor absolutely lovely and very patient, the class format meant I acquired the skills to work on a variety of tasks. In my class I walked away with a very cute large pencil holder (which I now use as a travel makeup bag) and also fixed two items I had brought in. I think I’ve already saved in tailoring fees what I spent on the class! Looking forward to attending another class soon. 

Scott Dawson

Great tutoring and a very accessible class

Sewing Machine Skills - Make a pouch with us!

Liz Sutherland

Thoroughly enjoyed this course - well paced, supportive teachers, small group, excellent machines and materials….didn’t feel at all intimidated by my total lack of experience as teachers and student group so encouraging - hoping to do another course on quilting very soon.

Ruth  Ross

I very much enjoyed the evening. The instructor was very nice, patient and thorough. I was pleasantly surprised to come away with something I had made. I would recommend this course to anyone wanting to learn how to use a sewing machine.

Eleftheria  Minopoulou 

Amazing experience! I still can't believe that I made my own pouch with out any prior experience!  Now I m more confident to create my own projects!  Thank you very much! 

Sewing Machine Skills - Make a pouch with us or mend your clothing!

Jacqui

Very friendly teacher, no question a problem. She had the upmost confidence in us all and enjoyed our surprise, when we realised we could make something!

Leona  Douglas 

What a great course, Francine was the best teacher so patient helped everyone no matter what level they were at and showed everything step by step, I will definately do more courses as I feel so much more confident after this one, this is the second one I’ve done and this was the best by far 🙂

Celine Forez

Very happy with my pouch at the end of the class.
Tables are a bit wobbly and I think the class would benefit from printed instructions! But happy with how the final product turned out! Would recommend! 

Sian Hickson

The class was great and it was so satisfying to learn a new skill. Good value for money.

Katarzyna Langowska

Work course was truly the most engaging I’ve ever done.  Genuinely enjoyable and certainly useful.

Simona  Zhou

Loved this 3h workshop and it was lovely to be able to see the pouch at the end of the class and to take it home to show off  (despite all the imperfections) 😅. The teacher Jen was very experienced and patient, particularly with a beginner like me who never used a sewing machine before. 
I personally would have liked to have some keys notes to take home (or sent electronically) for future reminders/reference. But I would definitely recommend it to anyone interested to learn and gain confidence in starting machine sewing. It’s such a great skill to have to mend clothes, alter and create your unique pieces to save money and embark on a slow fashion movement. 🌿

Joanna Young

Excellent for learning the basics for using a sewing machine

Tom Pringle

Excellent! Does what it says in the tin, and more.
I only wanted to learn how to use a sewing machine to do simple hems.  I should point out that sewing machines have slightly intimidated me for decades so I would have been happy just to make the thing stitch straight lines.  But within no time our teacher had us all parctising our 'driving test' sewing backwards, forwards, changing direction and turning curves.  Then we were doing edges and zips and corners. Before I knew it we had all made a toiletries bag style zipped pouch.  Mine is a bit wonky, but I love it and I really surprsied at myself.  All this is down to the fantastic teacher who took care of every one of us, encouraging and guiding us every step of the way.  I would recommend the course to anyone wanting to learn this  incredibly useful, and sadly underrated, life skill. I'm now planning the course to attend. 


Rachel Ferguson

This is the second time I've done the class and I really enjoyed it. I ended up being the only attendee, so I was very grateful for the class still going ahead despite this.  As well as making a pouch we also repaired a hat. The teacher (I think her name was Jen but I'm not 100% sure!) was lovely and patient, I'd definitely go again!

Manel Bouazza

I am thrilled to have engaged in the course, the mentor is amazing! her instructions were so clear and straightforward that you can’t go wrong with them. It was an overall wonderful experience that I keep recommending to my sewing lovers friends. Keep up the great work!

Jessica Sweet

Great class! Detailed instruction from the very patient teacher and very friendly environment. Would repeat or take another offering!

Karolina Korthals

Great class teaching basic sewing machine skills. Highly recommend for beginners 

Clare Gibson

What a fun way to spend a morning! This class was pitched just right for a beginner like me. Francia was super welcoming, patient and made the learning fun.  I have now borrowed a sewing machine from a friend and will get experimenting!

Alex Cunningham

Great introductory class,  very clear teaching and a really inviting space!

Rosemarie  Downie

Had a very interesting time!!learnt  lots. Tutor was informative and patient!!looking forward to my next class 

Rachel Meacock

An excellent class which goes over all the essentials of learning how to use a sewing machine. Excellently paced and the small class size is great for getting feedback and catching any issues. 

Kaia Lichtarska 

Second class I took, it was amazing. I managed to alter a dress with the instructor's help. 

Learn sewing machine fundamental skills to create unique and exciting projects!

Are you looking to learn how to sew or make your own clothes? Then our 4 weeks Course is the right opportunity for you! This intensive small group course is designed to give you knowledge of dressmaking, and sewing.

The small workshop size ensures valuable one-to-one teacher and participant time, allowing maximum engagement and assistance. 

Whatever level of sewing you have; we are here to help you to reach your clothing-making or sewing goals. Our teaching method follows your interest, we pack the necessary knowledge into your project to execute your personal learning plan. 

If you are a beginner, we will teach you how to select the right pattern for you and help step by step build your project practically in the studio. For example, how to follow a paper pattern, how to lay, cut, and prepare the fabric, how to use a sewing machine, how to sew and fit the dress and how to make a buttonhole/zip/waistband according to your project. 

If you are a beginner, no previous knowledge is required, we will teach you all you need to know. We would advise you however to have a sewing machine available for the duration of the course to make sure you can practice at home between the 4 course sessions. 

This short course can be adapted to any level of sewing skill; if you are an advanced seamstress or simply want to learn more sustainable ways of altering and adjusting your clothes from a pattern alteration perspective.  These mixed classes prove that you will learn three times more by following your classmates' projects. 
In order to keep the class focused on everyone’s personal needs, we are only taking on 4 students. 

We have a welcoming and friendly community to serve everyone's needs and support each other in the studio. 
This course will build your confidence and practical skills in this concentrated dressmaking course.

We offer some fabric at a highly discounted price to make your piece. We have several patterns that you could also use for free or bring your own garment pattern to the session.


Dress Making Course

Wendy Davidson

Love learning from Monika!  A lot to take in in 4 weeks - feel I've hardly started my garment!  Maybe some guidance about best to have your own sewing machine!  I do have but it's very old and doesn't really do what is required, eg zigzag stitch.  Will sign up for another course but that all adds to the cost of the garment.

Samantha Lynch

I did the 4 week dress making course and loved it. I learnt so much in a short space of time and Cécile was such a fabulous teacher. I liked that the classes were small which meant Cécile could give us all good 1:1 help when required. Highly recommend 

Lynette Barrie

Very good class. Small class size means lots of personal attention. Monika is a great teacher. Went from never having used a pattern to being confident enough to adjust it a bit. Would thoroughly recommend Monika, this class and Remode Collective. 

Geraldine  Fraser

I really enjoyed the dress making course and learnt so many tips and techniques from Monika ,our tutor. Monika is knowledgeable, patient, fun  and a great teacher and gave us so many tips about pattern fitting,sewing and dressmaking. I will definitely be returning for future classes at Remode Collective. 

I would  recommend this class, was very enjoyable learning  dress making skills . I found the class stimulating in a relaxing environment.  I will definitely be looking out for other classes.  

Hyoheon

Dress making course  is my class , the place, the teacher and classmate  everythings are good. 

This is my 3rd course with Remode, the teachers are great and very knowledgeable and helpful and it is a really useful way to get started with sewing. Top Marks!

Kathleen Lambie

I loved this course.  I got a really good start on how to cut patterns and put together my own clothes. Can't wait to do more. Thank you Jen and Francia

Hyoheon Kim

Everything is Friendly  kind and teach me well

Basic  Dress Making  and Sewing  Course

A great course to get from idea/pattern to a finished product (or close to finished). The atmosphere is supportive and kind, and the tutors super knowledgeable so they can help at every level. 
My only suggestion would be to set up a course for complete beginners, with a basic garment and step-by-step instructions, as I sometimes found the more complex information overwhelming at my level. A little glossary of terms, to take home, would be helpful too - selvage, seam allowance etc :-)
Thanks again for a fab endeavour and course!

Jill Dunning

Friendly, knowledgeable tutor. A good range of fabrics and modern machines to use. Very enjoyable. Four weeks was a little bit short, so maybe a six week course for beginners might be a better option.

Charlotte Couttie

I did the dressmaking beginner course. It was fantastic! I learnt skills that I can apply to other garments that I’m making. I throughly enjoyed this course and can’t recommend it high enough!

Dawn Lawson

Oh dear, I'm hooked.  This is my 5th class in the past year.  I'm learning so much and advancing my skills with each class.  Expert and calm teaching makes all the difference.

Nickie Zhang

I absolutely loved learning with Monica. She’s very knowledgeable and patient and always gives good advice. I’m so thrilled to make my first pair of trousers at the end of the 4 weeks.

This course looks deeper into pattern and dress fitting, a common area of interest from our previous dress-making courses. Based on previous experience, we have decided to split this course into 2 sessions. During the 1st session, you'll get to learn about pattern fitting so that you could take this knowledge home and start experimenting. At the 2nd session, you'll go through the muslin fitting process on the modified pattern and ask any follow up questions you may have. 

The small workshop size ensures valuable one-to-one teacher and participant time, allowing maximum engagement and assistance.

Having basic dressmaking knowledge opens the gate to creativity, it allows you to make your own unique creations. Understanding the fitting process and being able to alter your pattern and garment is key to creating the perfect garments!

The course program includes:

• How to measure and relate patterns to your body shape

• How to change the pattern

• How to fit garments on your body

You will gain practical knowledge about:

• Proper body measurements

• Ease

• Identify fitting problems

• Pattern alterations

• Tissue fitting and muslin fitting

• Fitting methods on the body

• Different garment specifications from the point of fit

• Alter or fit existing garments

This is a practical course with live demonstrations and time to practice. We encourage you to bring your own pieces you wish to change and we will guide you through step by step. Also, if you are rather interested in altering your existing garments this course will give you a solid base to do it right.

All equipment and some materials will be provided.


Pattern and Dress Fitting - Short Course

Kathleen Harrison

Really enjoyed this course. Monika gave me the confidence to try different ways of adjusting clothes. Great venue too. 

How to fit the sewing pattern and the dress for your size or style

Susan Irwin

I loved the alteration dress making class. I learnt lots of top tips and how to adapt my own clothes. Thank you

Great class 😀At last the penny has dropped you need to really look at your pattern and know your accurate body measurements to make the necessary adjustments before any cutting. Monika explained the ways to make the pattern adjustments really well.
Thank you 

Another great class sharing tricks and tips on how to select pattern sizes and blend to cut. Looking forward to part 2.

Julie Owens

I loved this course! Instructor was great and the small group size worked really well. The only thing I would change would be to add a 3rd session, maybe a few weeks later when we could bring in our final makes. I would highly recommend Remode and would like to attend another course in the future. 

Claire Cunningham 

Thoroughly enjoyed the class last night. Can't wait for the next session.  Francia was so informative 

Heather Pulliam

I learned a great deal in the class, wonderful instructor and students!

Karen  Pryor

Francia was an amazing teacher. I loved the course and learned loads. Highly recommend it to sewists of all levels!

Tilly Sheridan

Very knowledgeable tutor who was good at explaining things, gave us lots of tips and really improved my confidence. The handouts were useful and the venue is easy to get to. 

Gina  Bees 

Fantastic course, full of great tips and ideas and I feel so much more confident now. Thank you! 

Are you unsatisfied with the fit of the garments you created? Do you want to learn how to get the perfect shape?

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Have you ever looked at a beautiful quilt or quilted accessory and wished you could make something like that? Create a basic quilting block and experiment with colour and geometry to discover the versatility of quilting and patchwork techniques.

The small workshop size ensures valuable one-to-one teacher and participant time, allowing maximum engagement and assistance. 

Maybe you could make a table runner or table mats? Or why not come along with your own ideas and we’ll help you turn them into beautiful items to treasure or to give as handmade gifts? 

By the end of the course, you will learn how to: 
- Design a quilted block 
- Cut out the relevant shapes, blocks and backing 
- layout the design 
- Batting and backing the quilt 
- How to bind the final design
- How to finish the quilt professionally 
- Learn the relevant care guidelines for your finished quilt

We will also look at using reclaimed, sustainable fabrics and the role of sewing machines, rotary cutters, and cutting mats in quilting. This short course will cover all you need to know to get started in this absorbing, creative and rewarding craft.
 All equipment and materials will be provided. 
No previous knowledge is required.

Make some time for yourself and join us at Remode to expand your textile skills, have some fun and meet new friends. 


Quilting Workshop

Pamela Abernethy

I loved the workshop abd the teacher was excellent. She was very patient with me and I gained confidence .

Gillian Lynch

What a great wee workshop. Anabel is a fab teacher and full of great advice. I learnt lots and Anabel was always happy to answer our questions. Looking forwards to doing a more advanced workshop with Anabel 

Quilting Short Course

Malcolm  Colquhoun 

Really enjoyed the course, learned a lot in only a couple of evenings. Would highly recommend this course

Really enjoyed this class , would recommend to anyone who wants to learn some skills in Quilting.  Great teacher,  5stars 

JACQUELINE RAMSAY

Really loved the course very therapeutic, I was very pleased with my result 1st time,the coaching from the teacher was great giving me inspiration for more samples to produce cannot wait for my next session. Thank you .

Gemma Kinnaird

Grace, the course leader pitched the course perfectly for the group. She was so helpful and patient and pointed out lots of ways of starting this hobby without breaking the bank. Would definitely go back to classes through Remode again. 

Maureen Dalgleish

Great quilting course from Grace. Informative but also informal with lots of advice, practical tips and help. Would ideally benefit from being a 3 session course. 

Robyn Lowe

Thoroughly enjoyed first part of this class and looking forward to second.  Jen is lovely and the whole experience very relaxing and rewarding!! 

Olivia  Thoroughman 

An excellent workshop for learning new skills and fine tuning. The class size is perfect and we were given all the necessary equipment and help with our individual projects. Super kudos to our instructor who was thorough and lovely. Also a fun class! Will be back for more. 

Learn basic quilting techniques with us on this short course and apply these skills to personal and exciting sewing projects.

Sashiko embroidery / Japanese mending

Age Requirement