{"title":"DAY\/WEEKEND SEWING CLASSES","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"cushion-making-class","title":"Cushion Making Class","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/pages\/retreats-waitlist\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSIGN UP TO WAITLIST\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Saturday day class aimed at either complete beginners, or students that haven’t been on a machine in a long time! If you love our fabrics but don’t want to commit to making your own clothes this is a great place to start. Cushions for your bedroom or living space can instantly update the space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTime\u003c\/strong\u003e – 10 – 5 (breaking one hour for lunch).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the beginning of the class you’ll get a demonstration on how you thread up a sewing machine, wind on a bobbin, and all of the basics of straight sewing, reversing etc. You’ll then have a go on some scrap fabrics before starting your project for the day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this class you’ll be making a square cusion with a lapped zip. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou are very welcome to move onto another project if you finish your first within the time. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe will cover the following:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGetting to grips with the sewing machine, how to thread and find your way around all the nuts and bolts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow seam allowances work and why we use them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsing a paper pattern.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow to finish your seams correctly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePairing fabrics to projects for a successful outcome by looking at several fabric options for both projects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasuring and cutting out correctly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat is included in your class:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10% off all purchases in the shop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eZip for your cushion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlentiful supply of tea\/coffee and cake.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll relevant Merchant \u0026amp; Mills tools and notions for the day.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNote your fabric and cushion inner is not included in your class fee. You can buy these on the day if you would like. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLunch is not included. Rye has a plentiful array of cafes to sit in or places to buy take away food. We have a large kitchen table where you can bring things back to eat or bring your own.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Merchant \u0026 Mills","offers":[{"title":"Saturday 4th April 2026","offer_id":56702710186315,"sku":"CLASS-CUSHION","price":100.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Saturday 5th September 2026","offer_id":56702710219083,"sku":"CLASS-CUSHION","price":100.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0913\/3588\/5131\/files\/CLASS-CUSHION_ddb5ab59-fd70-4c64-b703-c5b908528aa9.jpg?v=1772719813"},{"product_id":"hattie-eavis-pleated-lampshade-class","title":"Hattie Eavis Pleated Lampshade Class","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/pages\/retreats-waitlist\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSIGN UP TO WAITLIST\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHattie Eavis works as a decorative artist for domestic interiors based in East Sussex. It’s not always easy to find beautiful lampshades, so come with your own favourite fabric and let Hattie teach you how to make your own. This is not a sewing class, so it’s ideal if you love our fabrics but want to make something for the home that doesn’t involve a sewing machine! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTimings\u003c\/strong\u003e – 10– 5 (breaking one hour for lunch).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkill level\u003c\/strong\u003e – Beginner (there is no sewing involved in this class).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is included:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll materials are included in the course fee, apart from fabric.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10% off all purchases in the shop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll tools you’ll need for the day will be provided.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlentiful supply of tea\/coffee and cake.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLunch is not included. Rye has a plentiful array of cafes to sit in or places to buy take away food. We have a large kitchen table where you can bring things back to eat or bring your own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYou will need:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFabric for your lampshade. Hattie recommends using fine cottons for the lampshades, as this allows the light to shine through nicely. Our Indian cottons are an ideal weight, you can browse them \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/merchantandmills.com\/indian-cotton\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e. Because you don’t need to pretreat your fabric for the lampshade it is fine to arrive a little earlier to pick out your cloth downstairs. Or bring something with you – if you are unsure about its suitability then do email us before hand and we can check and advise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou will need 150cm long by 25cm wide. As Indian cottons are usually narrow at about 110cm, you will need to buy 150cm’s. If for example you are using a cloth that is wider at 150cm’s then you’d only need to buy 25cm’s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHattie is offering customers a 10% discount on her wooden lamp bases that are hand-turned in Sussex. 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Ali makes goods that are crafted with care, chosen with consideration and used for a lifetime. Ali is not only a highly skilled maker, but a thoughtful designer, she has designed our Day Pack rucksack pattern and the Pocket bag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this workshop you’ll delve into the world of leatherwork and leave with a Rambler’s pocket, one of Ali’s signature leather products. The Rambler is an everyday essential for your phone, cards and keys. It’s sturdy, practical and will only get better with age. You’ll be able to choose which colour leather you use for your Rambler.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis workshop is designed for somebody with no prior experience in leatherwork. As well as being taken through the process of making the Rambler pocket, along the way Ali will be sharing all her experience with working and designing with leather. For example, working with different hides, the tanning process, and finishing options for different leathers and products. 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