Upcoming Sewing Workshops at our studio in Bristol…
We might be biased but we think making a beautiful patchwork quilt in our colourful textile studio really is the perfect way to spend a weekend! Join us, and learn a whole array of sewing, patchwork and quilting skills. Your patchworks can either be hung on the wall or quilted and used on a bed or sofa. No previous experience of sewing quilts is needed, we will take you through all the stages step-by-step.
What will be included:
Two days of teaching and advice from the MMW Team
Designing intuitively, responding to fabrics and shapes
Demos of patchwork, appliqué, embroidery sewing techniques
An introduction to machine quilting, backing and edging techniques
A full Introduction to using our top range PFAFF sewing machines
Delving into our epic patchwork fabric stash you can pick out a whole array of fabrics to make your patchworks.
If you don’t finish your quilt in one weekend that’s no problem, we all know these processes take time and devotion. You can always join our Open Studio or Quilt Club sessions to finish them off.
When: Saturday 5th & Sunday 6th September 2026, 10am till 4pm
Where: Made My Wardrobe Studio, 27 Portland Square, Bristol, BS2 8SA
Do you want to learn how to make your own clothes? This is the perfect place for total beginners learn how to sew!
Throughout the day we will introduce you to the sewing techniques you need to start making clothes and then build up your confidence to use one of our sewing patterns. By the end of the day you will go home wearing something you have made.
What will be included:
Threading up and using a sewing machine
Taking your measurements and finding your size
Choosing the right fabric for the garment you want to make
Using a sewing pattern
A full range of sewing techniques
When: Saturday 12th September 2026, 10am-4pm
Where: Made My Wardrobe Studio, 27 Portland Square, Bristol, BS2 8SA
Over the last few years the team at MMW has fallen in love with making banners. Sometimes it is to support political movements and trade unions other times it’s to make something beautiful to hang in our homes. The art form feels very alive, responsive and creative to us, which is why this is one of our favourite workshops to teach.
What will be included:
Two days of teaching from the MMW Team
Designing intuitively, responding to fabrics and shapes
Patchwork, lettering, appliqué, embroidery and other banner sewing techniques
Backing, edging and hanging techniques
Introduction to using our range of PFAFF sewing machines
Delving into our epic fabric stash you can pick out a whole array of fabrics to make your banners.
When: Saturday 26th & Sunday 27th September 2026, 10am till 4pm
Where: Made My Wardrobe Studio, 27 Portland Square, Bristol, BS2 8SA
Let us help you get set up on a new sewing machine…
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Let us know what you want to sew and what sewing features you are most interested in, so that we can matchmake you with the perfect sewing machine.
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Once you have bought your sewing machine we offer a free introductory session either online or at our studio in Bristol to get you all set up.
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All our machines come with a warranty but beyond that we are happy to give help and advice about how to keep your machine running smoothly. Our Service Your Own Sewing Machine video is a great place to start.
OUr Latest Fabrics
We have sourced a beautiful new selection of cottons from Fableism - a family owned fabric suppliers we have loved using in the studio for many years…
Bright and bold 100% cotton collection from Fableism. The plaids are a large scale making them perfect for quilt backs and so much more.
Fabric by Fableism | 100% Cotton | 135gsm | 54/55in (139cm) Wide | Made In India
Half metre £12
Full metre £24
Units sold by the half metre (i.e., if you would like 1 metre please put 2 in the quantity box)
Beautiful yarn dyed stripes from Fableism Supply Co inspired by the Monarch Groves of the California Coast.
Fabric by Fableism | 100% Cotton | 135gsm | 45in (110cm) Wide | Made In India
Half metre £9
Full metre £18
Units sold by the half metre (i.e., if you would like 1 metre please put 2 in the quantity box)
Two-colour cotton stripes from a collection featuring an array of dazzling colours with an earthy palette. These 3/8th inch stripes are the perfect quilt binding and they also blend together beautifully for a quilt top - or even on their own. Stripe runs along the selvedge of the fabric.
Fabric by Fableism | 100% Cotton | 140gsm | 44/45in (110cm) Wide | Made In India
Half metre £9.50
Full metre £19
Units sold by the half metre (i.e., if you would like 1 metre please put 2 in the quantity box)
if you want to make your own clothes,you are in the right place. We sell fabric, Sewing patterns, kits & sewing machines
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