Sew with us
So many people lack confidence when it comes to using a sewing machine - and it really isn’t as hard as it seems! Helen offers introductory sewing lessons for individuals or small groups to share her love of sewing with others. Helen is largely self taught and understands what it is to be a beginner and to be always learning. This makes her style of teaching very approachable, easy to understand, inclusive and encouraging.
Helen has a heart for working with individuals who find it difficult to access sewing lessons that suit them: either because English is not their first language or because of social anxiety or specific additional needs. She loves to see people grow in confidence over time as they discover the joy of sewing for themselves. Sessions can be flexible and tailored to the needs of the individual.
sewing sessions
Introduction to sewing - Morning
Starts Thursday 3 September
Four 90-minute sessions in a small group on Thursdays in September (3rd, 10th, 17th & 24th) from 10:30 am -12 pm.
Discover the joy of hand sewing and get to know your way round a sewing machine. You'll make an item to take away with you each week.
All materials and equipment provided. No experience necessary.
Age 16+
Cost: £35 for the course
Introduction to sewing - Evening
Starts Wednesday 23 September
Four 90-minute sessions in a small group on Wednesdays in September (23rd & 30th) and October (7th & 14th) from 6 pm-7:30 pm.
Discover the joy of hand sewing and get to know your way round a sewing machine.You'll make an item to take away with you each week.
All materials and equipment provided.No experience necessary.
Age 16+
Cost: £35 for the course
Rent a Table
If you have the vision but don't have the space or the equipment, why not come to the Green Heart Workshop and rent the table?
You can use the sewing machines, overlockers, fabrics and sewing equipment while you are here.
Please note: this is not a teaching session so although Helen will be around and available for questions, she will not be able to give full attention to you and your project.
Sessions take place in the Green Heart Workshop in the Greenesfield Business Centre, a 5-minute walk from Gateshead Interchange. Parking is available.
Cost: £7.50 per hour
Contact Helen by email at helen@greenheartcollective.uk to arrange a time.
one-to-one sewing classes
One-hour individual sewing classes can be arranged on Tuesday mornings, Thursday afternoons or Friday mornings, or in an early evening by request.
Classes start with the level you are at (complete beginner or wanting to refresh your skills) and take you on a gentle and encouraging journey to the next level, working on any areas or projects you want to work on.
Sessions take place in the Green Heart Workshop in the Greenesfield Business Centre, a 5-minute walk from Gateshead Interchange. Parking is available.
Cost: £15 per class or £50 for 4 sessions.
Contact Helen by email at helen@greenheartcollective.uk
Alternative Community Sewcial
Do you love clothes but hate the effect the fast fashion industry is having on the planet? Are you curious about what sustainable fashion might look like? Are you tempted to pick up a needle but don't know where to start?
Do you want to meet with like-minded people to discover the joy of sewing and chatting together? Join us for this monthly discussion about a particular aspect of sustainable fashion and textile waste alongside a fun related sewing activity for all levels of experience.
Next Session:-
Tuesday 29 September 6:30-8pm: Sewing As An Act Of Rebellion
Future Sessions:-
Tuesday 20 October 6:30-8pm: The True Cost Of A Pair Of Jeans
Tuesday 17 November 6:30-8pm: Dreaming Of An Alternative Christmas
Tuesday 8 December 6:30-8pm: Conscious Dressing For The Festive Season
Venue: Workshop 6, Greenesfield Business Centre, Mulgrave Terrace, Gateshead NE8 1PQ
September Community Textile Craft Social
Tuesday 15 September: Autumn Fabric Crafts (Max 15 people)
From 1:30-3pm in the Trinity Square Meeting Room, Management Suite, Trinity Square, Gateshead, NE8 1AG
Come along and make your own mushrooms, pumpkins and leaves from fabric scraps to decorate your home with Autumn vibes. We'll spend a cosy afternoon together, mostly hand stitching with a little machine sewing. All materials and equipment provided. No experience necessary.
Cost: £5
October Community Textile Craft Sewcial
Tuesday 13 October: Make your own Spooky Scrappy Doll (Max 15 people)
From 1:30-3pm in the Trinity Square Meeting Room, Management Suite, Trinity Square, Gateshead, NE8 1AG
We'll provide everything you need to create your own member of our Scrappy Gang with a spooky Halloween vibe. This event includes a mix of hand and machine sewing. All materials and equipment provided. No experience necessary.
Cost: £5
