Introduction to sewing and textile design.

9-12 yrs Sundays 11am-1pm
New 8 week course Block 1 starts Sun 17th Aug

Block 2 course starts Sun 26th October -now booking

13-17yrs Sundays (Coming soon)
Adult class Sundays (Coming soon)

Join us this autumn for a fun introduction to machine and hand sewing as well as projects exploring textile design and printmaking. You will learn various techniques to create and personalise designs, including working with patterns, adding fastenings and adornments, needlework and mending.

The course is suitable for beginners and with new projects for returning students to build on your skills.

Come and enjoy this fun and practical course in a relaxed environment at the Submarine studios with lead tutor Laura McVean and assistants

All materials and equipment will be supplied.

MEET YOUR TUTOR

Laura McVean

Laura specialises in tutoring kids and adults in sewing, textiles and printmaking with a particular passion for reuse and sustainability. She is also part of the team at Cass Art in Edinburgh where she has organised workshops and exhibitions in store. We are thrilled to have her at Submarine providing brilliant classes and workshops on Sundays and during our Fashion Design holiday clubs.

In 2024 Laura also spent some time in a small school in Cambodia teaching Art classes to High School students, introducing them to new materials, techniques, and the wider history and importance of art in society.

She finds fulfilment in encouraging others to appreciate their own creative talents and see them grow through this.