Hannah and Bella

Burlesque Costume Making Class starts again soon.....

Struggling with Stretch Fabrics?

NCFE Working with Stretch Fabrics

Tutor: Hannah Wroe

Monday 1pm-4pm  17 WEEKS

Starts 3^rd September

• Got lots of stretch fabrics in your stash and not sure how to work with them?
• Want to make t Shirts, knickers and be able to use stretch patterns? 
• Want to alter and clone your favourite stretch top?

If any of the above rings true for you, then this is the course for you. I chance to develop me sewing skills and try your hand at using the overlocker and make simple adapting patterns to your much loved patterns.

Come and join this class at The Textile Workshop

Class are FREE if you are on some benefits or £199

Call Karen on 0780 9158606 or see my website www.hannahandbella.com

Come and make Organdy flowers 28th July

As a member of Living Threads exhibition group I am teaching on their summer school programme. Members offer a range of workshops all at amazing value of £20 which are held in Risley.

This is a one day class looking at using cotton organdy to make flowers which can be made into fascinators or broach pins. It will be a great day and there are 4 places left.

Click here for details on how to book  and to download a booking form

Photoshoot with photographer Rozz Williams

Model: Halo Haley

Model: Halo Haley

Model: Halo Haley

Model: Chrissy Noble

I have been very busy over the last few weeks finishing a collection for a photo shoot with photographer Rozz Williams. The photographs are to promote a new course I am running at Nottingham Trent University as part of their short course programme. 

Fascinators and Vintage flower making : July 17th - 20th July. 10am-4pm

A big thanks to Rozz and the beautiful models Halo Haynes and Chrissy Noble over at Model Mayem for their time and talents. Click on their names and you can see more of their work.

 

 

Pastie making! Come join us

Spring 2012 Workshop List

Classes coming up are:

Classes at The Textile Workshop

NCFE Burlesque Costume Making (Tuesday 2-6pm)

15 week class which you will learn the art of flower making, customising clothing for costume, making pasties, knicker making. A great class for the beginner or more advanced seamstress. Lots of glitz and glamour guaranteed!

Start date: Tuesday 21st February 2012

Fees: This course is free (if on some benefits), £34 for those with 5 GCSEs or less or if unwaged, £229 everyone else

NCFE Working with Stretch Fabrics (day to be confirmed)

Get to grips with stretch fabrics and make t shirts, knickers and stretch-wear patterns.

Start date: To be confirmed

Fees: This course is free (if on some benefits), £34 for those with 5 GCSEs or less or if unwaged, £229 everyone else. Please get in touch if you are interested. Start dates to be finalised soon.

NCFE Finish your Sewing Projects

Got sewing projects you have not managed to finish? Need a refresher with your skills? Got stuck on a project?

Then this is the class for you. A chance to develop your sewing skills and complete the unfinished projects hiding in your wardrobe!

Start date: 12th March 2012

Fees:This course is free (if on some benefits), £34 for those with 5 GCSEs or less or if unwaged, £229 everyone else. Please get in touch if you are interested. Start dates to be finalised soon.

Please contact Karen Taylor to book all Textile Workshop classes by ringing 07809158606

 

Short Courses at Nottingham Trent University

Pattern Drafting and Making Knickers

Comprehensive 5 day class cover all areas of knicker making for womenswear. Learn to draft patterns and make a collection of your own designs. For more information and to book please click here

Start date Summer school: 13^th August 2012 - 17^th August 2012 10-4pm

Fascinators and Flower making

 

Through this course you will use original pattern instructions from 1920s-1950s to make a variety of vintage ribbon and fabric flowers mounted as fascinators, headbands or as corsages. Ideal for those interested accessorising special occasion wear, as gifts or for bridal wear. Click HERE for more information and to book online.

Start date:  Saturdays 10-4pm 14^th April 2012 - 5^th May 2012

also:

Summer school :Tuesday to Friday 10:00 - 16:00, 4 days

 

Other workshops:

3 day working with Stretch Fabrics 

Struggling with stretch fabrics....? Come and demystify the lycra in your fabric stash. Learn to make your own Tshirts, knickers and have time to work on your own projects in day three.

Dates : Sunday 22nd April, Sunday 29th April and 13th May 10-4pm.

Costs: £80 plus £18 material cost (which covers knicker and t-shirt projects, you will need to bring your own final project materials/patterns).

To book please email me (Hannah) at [email protected]

 

Private tuition:

 

Got something your stuck with on a project? Need some help with coursework or just can't make it regularly to class?

Alongside 'Make friends with your sewing machine' lessons for those new sewers who need some one on one quality time with your machines, I also offer hour and a half slots for which can be specific to your needs. Classes usually held at my studio.

Fee: £40 (£35 students)

To book yourself some sewing tuition please email me at [email protected]

 

Missing that extra sparkle in your Tuesday.....??

Burlesque costume making class starting next week. Still a couple of places left. Learn to make knickers, head dresses, pasties, customise bras to create some giltz and glamour in your week.
Free in on some benefits and just £34 if you have 5 or less GCSE's or are unwaged.
Now, how better could you spend your Tuesday afternoons!
Call Karen for more info on 07809158606

 

'Last Minute Dress Alterations' Workshop Friday 10th December 6.30-9.30pm

 

This is the last of the Friday Night Sewing Club Dates running before Christmas

Bring your own party outfit to alter, fit or remake. If you want to bring an old garment back to life or make something fit you, then this is the workshop for you.

You just need to bring something from your wardrobe and a little imagination!

 

£30/£27 concessions (+£5 materials cost)

Friday 10th December 6.30-9.30pm

Only 6 Place available. For more information about booking click HERE

New Hannah and Bella workshops at Spinster's Emporium

I am doing some workshops with Spinsters Emporium over at the Hopskinson Gallery in town (21 Station Street , Nottingham NG2 3AJ). If you haven't taken the chance to take a look at the renovations being made there it is well worth a trip. There are artists and craft studios, a cafe, exhibition space all with a great feel of Nottingham creativity.

 

Donna at Spinster's Emporium has a beautiful studio with a great array of vintage fabrics and habadashery to buy and has started her 'Spinsters School of Stitchery'. 

Here are the list of Hannah and Bella Workshops running: 
 
Frilly Knickers 24th October 9.30-12.30pmA chance to make your own pair of cotton frilly knickers
Great fun and you too can say ‘I can’t make my own undies!’.
Basic sewing machine skills needed.
£30 plus £7 materials costs
 
Glitzy headbands 3rd November 6.15-9.15pm
Add a bit of glitz and vintage glamour to your outfit using ribbons, feathers
and beads to make a fascinator of headband.
£30 plus £6 materials costs
 
1950s Christmas Decorations 11th November 6.30-9.15pm
Make some cute 1950s decorations to add some vintage
style to your Christmas. Made from felt these lovelies are hand embroidered and perfect for any tree.
£30 plus £5 materials costs
 
Vintage Hot water bottle 21st November 9.30-1.30pm
As the winter draws in make yourself a hot water bottle cover.
Made from vintage fabrics and blanket, this is a perfect gift
or a special treat just for yourself
£40 plus £7 materials costs
 
1950s Christmas Decorations 25th November 6.30-9.30pm
Make some cute 1950s decorations to add some vintage
style to your Christmas. Made from felt these lovelies are hand embroidered and perfect for any tree
£30 plus £5 materials cost
 
To book: email [email protected] or
Book through website www.spinstersemporium.co.uk

Get Ready for a Vintage Christmas!

Come and make some of these delightful Christmas decorations from original 1950s patterns. My great friend Claire over at Pinky and Boo introduced me to these patterns last year and they are addictive to make and a great addition to any tree.

 

 

Friday 3rd December 6.30-9.30pm

£30/£27 Concessions

There are only a few places left on this class so for more information on booking click HERE, don't be left disappointed!