WELCOME TO TWEED QUEEN CREATIVE CLASSES!

Tweed Queen has always been about sustainability, upcycling, and individuality.  And our classes OPEN that world to YOU!

Classes are Inspiring, Fun ,Fantastic Value for Money and include Refreshments and a Delicious Lunch! 

Whatever your skill level, age or abilities I promise you'll leave feeling Accomplished, Confident, Proud & Fabulous!!.

PERFECT PRESENTS OR A WELL-DESERVED BOOST TO YOUR CREATIVITY!  ALL CLASSES ARE GENDER NEUTRAL AND WE CAN WORK TO YOUR VISION!

Courses take place in the Tweed Queen Studio, postcode DE4, in the beautiful Derbyshire Dales.

FULL DAY COURSES CAN BE SPLIT INTO 2 HALF DAYS IF NEEDED.

We can travel & run Outside Workshops, JUST ASK!

Thank You! I Made It Myself!
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FULL DAY INTRODUCTION OR REFRESHER

A SENSATIONAL SEWDAY

  • Create 2, yes 2 fabulous new wardrobe items such as a Kimono Inspired Jacket or Coat, Easy-wear Trousers, Your Dream Top, Dress or  Bag.  We can even copy one of your favourite items, although this takes a bit longer!
  • Select fabrics from the extensive Tweed Queen stash. 
  • Practise simple sewing on both a standard sewing machine and overlocker. We cut out your bespoke garment and then we get sewing.
  • Personal Pattern Created for you to take home and use yourself.

 

By the end of the day you will have an outfit to wear home, and will hopefully be inspired to return for more classes, gaining more expertise and confidence!

Suitable for Absolute Beginners, using Tweed Queen machines 

2 people Maximum. From 9.30am to 6pm includes refreshments and lunch 

Available Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Weekends by arrangement

Price : £100.00 per person per day and includes all materials

CLICK HERE TO ASK ABOUT DATE AVAILABILITY

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HALF DAY OR FULL DAY

BAGS GALORE

Tweed Queen is best known for creating the most FANTASTIC HANDBAGS EVER, so here's your chance to create your very own bag or two which you'll be proud to use

  • choose your style, from Simple Tote to Messenger or Simple Back Pack (depends on sewing experience)
  • fabric choice
  • pattern making
  • sewing tips
  • lining & pockets
  • fastenings & closures
  • decorating 
  • finishing touches

By the end of the day you will have at least one new bag, plus confidence and new skills.

Suitable for Absolute Beginners, using Tweed Queen machines or Your Own.

6 people Maximum.

FULL DAY :9.30am-6pm  includes refreshments and lunch £100 per person

HALF DAY : 9.30-1.30 or 1.30-6 includes refreshments £60 per person

Available Monday, Tuesday,  Thursday, Friday and Weekends by arrangement

CLICK HERE TO ASK ABOUT DATE AVAILABILITY

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HALF DAY OR FULL DAY INTRODUCTION OR REFRESHER

 CRACK CROCHET

Health warning! Crochet can be Super Addictive, and Ill have you crocheting before you know it with my Tried & Tested Teaching Technique! Classes are adapeted to your level of experience, so can include

  • Simple Chains
  • Holding your yarn & hook
  • Learn & practise simple stitches
  • Granny Squares, Flowers & Other Motifs
  • Make a Bag
  • Shaping
  • Simple Garments
  • Reading & Understanding Patterns
  • A trip to my Favourite Wool Shop

 

Suitable for Absolute Beginners,                   6 people Maximum.

FULL DAY :9.30am-6pm  includes refreshments and lunch £100 per person

Includes Yarn & Hooks if Required.

HALF DAY : 9.30-1.30 or 1.30-6 includes refreshments £60 per person

Available Monday, Tuesday,  Thursday, Friday and Weekends by arrangement

 

CLICK HERE TO ASK ABOUT DATE AVAILABILITY

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FULL DAY OR HALF DAY

  • NEEDLE & THREAD

Slow Down & Savour the Moment with Embroidery.  Embroidery is as Individual as you are, Portable and Worryingly Addictive!

Classes are adapted to your level of experience, so can include

  • Fabrics & Threads
  • Drafting Your Design
  • Learn & practise simple stitches
  • Applique Designs
  • Make a Fabulous but Simple Piece
  • Converting Pictures & Photos
  • Customizing your Clothes

 

Suitable for Absolute Beginners,                   4 people Maximum.

FULL DAY :9.30am-6pm  includes refreshments and lunch £100 per person

Includes all Materials.

HALF DAY : 9.30-1.30 or 1.30-6 includes refreshments £60 per person

Available Monday, Tuesday,  Thursday, Friday and Weekends by arrangement

CLICK HERE TO ASK ABOUT DATE AVAILABILITY

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HALF DAY OR FULL DAY INTRODUCTION OR REFRESHER

KNIT KNOW HOW

I have been knitting for longer than I care to remember, including under the desk at school! Classes are adapted to your level of experience so can include anything from:

  • Casting on, knit & purl stitch,casting off
  • Needles, patterns & yarn types
  • A trip to my Favourite Wool Shop
  • Tension,shaping, sewing together
  • Reading & understanding knitting patterns

If you are confident with the basics, why not come along to progress to

  • Fair Isle, Lace Work, Aran Knitting

 

Suitable for Absolute Beginners,                   6 people Maximum. 

FULL DAY :9.30am-6pm  includes refreshments and lunch £100 per person

Includes Yarn & Needles if Required.

HALF DAY : 9.30-1.30 or 1.30-6 includes refreshments £60 per person

Available Monday, Tuesday,  Thursday, Friday and Weekends by arrangement

CLICK HERE TO ASK ABOUT DATE AVAILABILITY

FULL DAY or HALF DAY INTRODUCTION OR REFRESHER

LOVE YOUR OVERLOCKER

We understand that Overlockers can be a little daunting, so let us  help  you to get whizzing along with your new best friend,

  • Thread and rethread your overlocker,
  • Handy Hacks & Techniques
  • Sewing different fabrics
  • Create a new wardrobe item

If you're not sure an Overlocker is right for you, then this is the perfect opportunity for a seam test. 

If you already have an Overlocker but just want a bit more confidence, then this is for you!

By the end of the day you will have an outfit to wear home, and will hopefully be inspired to return for more classes, gaining more expertise and confidence!

Suitable for Absolute Beginners, using Tweed Queen machines or Your Own.

4 people Maximum. From 9.30am to 6pm  includes refreshments and lunch 

Available Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Weekends by arrangement

Price : £100.00 per person per full day and includes all materials

CLICK HERE TO ASK ABOUT DATE AVAILABILITY

FULL DAY

PET PANACHE

Add A Dash of Panache to Your Pooch or CanineCompanion with some Bespoke Sewing for them including a selection of the following:

  • lead
  • bandana
  • coat
  • bed
  • blanket
  • toy  

 

By the end of the day you will have had a lot of fun transforming your pet's life into one of style & sophistication!!

Suitable for Absolute Beginners, using Tweed Queen machines or Your Own.

4 people Maximum. From 9.30am to 6pm  includes refreshments and lunch 

Available Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday Thursday,  and Weekends by arrangement

Price : £100.00 per person per day and includes all materials

CLICK HERE TO ASK ABOUT DATE AVAILABILITY

FULLISH DAY!

TERRIFIC TWEEDIDERMY 

Tweedidermy Trophy Heads are a Tweed Queen Bestseller!

And now you can make your VERY OWN.

Select your own colour scheme from the TQ stash, or bring your own.

Suitable for anyone! All equipment provided by Tweed Queen

6 people maximum.  9.30- 2.00 or 1.30-6pm, including refreshments & light lunch

Available Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Weekends by arrangement

Price : £70 per person per session and includes any materials

CLICK HERE TO ASK ABOUT DATE AVAILABILITY

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FULL DAY

THE STYLISH HOME

Come & Create the home accessories of your dreams, as individual as you are!

We can help you sew anything including:

  • cushions
  • patchworks
  • personalised presents
  • cutlery wraps
  • seat pads
  • and more!

 

Suitable for Absolute Beginners, using Tweed Queen machines or Your Own.

4 people Maximum.

FULL DAY :9.30am-6pm  includes refreshments and lunch £100 per person

HALF DAY : 9.30-1.30 or 1.30-6 includes refreshments £60 per person

Available Monday, Tuesday,  Thursday, Friday and Weekends by arrangement

CLICK HERE TO ASK ABOUT DATE AVAILABILITY

HALF OR FULL DAY

THE ACCESSORY

Elevate ANY Wardrobe with a selection of super-stylish and individual  bespoke accessories which could include:

  • scarf
  • fingerless gloves
  • tie & pocket square
  • hat
  • bag of your choice

 

By the end of your session, you'll have created a selection of original bespoke accessories, either for yourself, or as gifts.

Suitable for Absolute Beginners, using Tweed Queen machines.

6 people Maximum.

FULL DAY :9.30am-6pm  includes refreshments and lunch £100 per person

Includes all Materials or Bring Your Own.

HALF DAY : 9.30-2.00 or 1.30-6 includes refreshments £60 per person

Available Monday, Tuesday,  Thursday, Friday and Weekends by arrangement

CLICK HERE TO ASK ABOUT DATE AVAILABILITY

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FULL DAY OR HALF DAY

ANYTHING GOES

Have you got a vision, an idea, a crazy one off creation, a costume? We can make that dream a reality!!

  • Select fabrics from the extensive Tweed Queen stash. 
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By the end of the day you will have an outfit to wear home, and will hopefully be inspired to return for more classes, gaining more expertise and confidence!

Suitable for Absolute Beginners, using Tweed Queen machines 

2 people Maximum. From 9.30am to 6pm includes refreshments and lunch 

Available Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Weekends by arrangement

Price : £100.00 per person per day and includes all materials

CLICK HERE TO ASK ABOUT DATE AVAILABILITY

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HALF DAY OR FULL DAY

BAGS GALORE

Tweed Queen is best known for creating the most FANTASTIC HANDBAGS EVER, so here's your chance to create your very own bag or two which you'll be proud to use

  • choose your style, from Simple Tote to Messenger or Simple Back Pack (depends on sewing experience)
  • fabric choice
  • pattern making
  • sewing tips
  • lining & pockets
  • fastenings & closures
  • decorating 
  • finishing touches

By the end of the day you will have at least one new bag, plus confidence and new skills.

Suitable for Absolute Beginners, using Tweed Queen machines or Your Own.

6 people Maximum.

FULL DAY :9.30am-6pm  includes refreshments and lunch £90 per person

HALF DAY : 9.30-1.30 or 1.30-6 includes refreshments £45 per person

Available Monday, Tuesday,  Thursday, Friday and Weekends by arrangement

CLICK HERE TO ASK ABOUT DATE AVAILABILITY

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HALF DAY OR FULL DAY INTRODUCTION OR REFRESHER

 CRACK CROCHET

Health warning! Crochet can be Super Addictive, and Ill have you crocheting before you know it with my Tried & Tested Teaching Technique! Classes are adapeted to your level of experience, so can include

  • Simple Chains
  • Holding your yarn & hook
  • Learn & practise simple stitches
  • Granny Squares, Flowers & Other Motifs
  • Make a Bag
  • Shaping
  • Simple Garments
  • Reading & Understanding Patterns
  • A trip to my Favourite Wool Shop

 

Suitable for Absolute Beginners,                   6 people Maximum.

FULL DAY :9.30am-6pm  includes refreshments and lunch £75 per person

Includes Yarn & Hooks if Required.

HALF DAY : 9.30-1.30 or 1.30-6 includes refreshments £35 per person

Available Monday, Tuesday,  Thursday, Friday and Weekends by arrangement

 

CLICK HERE TO ASK ABOUT DATE AVAILABILITY

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FULL DAY OR HALF DAY

NEEDLE & THREAD

Slow Down & Savour the Moment with Embroidery.  Embroidery is as Individual as you are, Portable and Worryingly Addictive!

Classes are adapted to your level of experience, so can include

  • Fabrics & Threads
  • Drafting Your Design
  • Learn & practise simple stitches
  • Applique Designs
  • Make a Fabulous but Simple Piece
  • Converting Pictures & Photos
  • Customizing your Clothes

 

Suitable for Absolute Beginners,                   8 people Maximum.

FULL DAY :9.30am-6pm  includes refreshments and lunch £75 per person

Includes all Materials.

HALF DAY : 9.30-1.30 or 1.30-6 includes refreshments £35 per person

Available Monday, Tuesday,  Thursday, Friday and Weekends by arrangement

CLICK HERE TO ASK ABOUT DATE AVAILABILITY

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HALF DAY OR FULL DAY INTRODUCTION OR REFRESHER

KNIT KNOW HOW

I have been knitting for longer than I care to remember, including under the desk at school! Classes are adapted to your level of experience so can include anything from:

  • Casting on, knit & purl stitch,casting off
  • Needles, patterns & yarn types
  • A trip to my Favourite Wool Shop
  • Tension,shaping, sewing together
  • Reading & understanding knitting patterns

If you are confident with the basics, why not come along to progress to

  • Fair Isle, Lace Work, Aran Knitting

 

Suitable for Absolute Beginners,                   6 people Maximum. 

FULL DAY :9.30am-6pm  includes refreshments and lunch £75 per person

Includes Yarn & Needles if Required.

HALF DAY : 9.30-1.30 or 1.30-6 includes refreshments £35 per person

Available Monday, Tuesday,  Thursday, Friday and Weekends by arrangement

CLICK HERE TO ASK ABOUT DATE AVAILABILITY

FULL DAY INTRODUCTION OR REFRESHER

LOVE YOUR OVERLOCKER

We understand that Overlockers can be a little daunting, so let us  help  you to get whizzing along with your new best friend,

  • Thread and rethread your overlocker,
  • Handy Hacks & Techniques
  • Sewing different fabrics
  • Create a new wardrobe item

If you're not sure an Overlocker is right for you, then this is the perfect opportunity for a seam test. 

If you already have an Overlocker but just want a bit more confidence, then this is for you!

By the end of the day you will have an outfit to wear home, and will hopefully be inspired to return for more classes, gaining more expertise and confidence!

Suitable for Absolute Beginners, using Tweed Queen machines or Your Own.

6 people Maximum. From 9.30am to 6pm  includes refreshments and lunch 

Available Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Weekends by arrangement

Price : £100.00 per person per day and includes all materials

CLICK HERE TO ASK ABOUT DATE AVAILABILITY

FULL DAY

PET PANACHE

Add A Dash of Panache to Your Pooch or CanineCompanion with some Bespoke Sewing for them including a selection of the following:

  • lead
  • bandana
  • coat
  • bed
  • blanket
  • toy  

 

By the end of the day you will have had a lot of fun transforming your pet's life into one of style & sophistication!!

Suitable for Absolute Beginners, using Tweed Queen machines or Your Own.

6 people Maximum. From 9.30am to 6pm  includes refreshments and lunch 

Available Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday Thursday,  and Weekends by arrangement

Price : £90.00 per person per day and includes all materials

CLICK HERE TO ASK ABOUT DATE AVAILABILITY

HALF DAY

SOS : WE CAN SORT IT!

Are you stuck with a project, sewing, knitting, crochet or anything in between?

We're here to help and get you moving and creating again. For example:

  • How do I fix & mend my clothes?
  • How do I alter my clothes?
  • Help me with my sewing pattern!
  • My knitting's gone WRONG!!
  •  Darn this jumper!
  • Darning Techniques
  • How do I customise my clothes?
  • And much much more

 

By the end of the day, you'll have gained some new skills and reclaimed your craft  project or wardrobe!  You'll feel confident and back on the road of creativity!

Suitable for anyone! All equipment provided by Tweed Queen

6 people maximum.  9.30-1.30 or 1.30-6pm, including refreshments & light lunch

Available Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Weekends by arrangement

Price : £35 per person per session and includes any materials

CLICK HERE TO ASK ABOUT DATE AVAILABILITY

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FULL DAY

THE STYLISH HOME

Come & Create the home accessories of your dreams, as individual as you are!

We can help you sew anything including:

  • cushions
  • patchworks
  • personalised presents
  • cutlery wraps
  • seat pads
  • and more!

 

Suitable for Absolute Beginners, using Tweed Queen machines or Your Own.

4 people Maximum.

FULL DAY :9.30am-6pm  includes refreshments and lunch £100 per person

HALF DAY : 9.30-1.30 or 1.30-6 includes refreshments £50 per person

Available Monday, Tuesday,  Thursday, Friday and Weekends by arrangement

CLICK HERE TO ASK ABOUT DATE AVAILABILITY

HALF OR FULL DAY

THE ACCESSORY

Elevate ANY Wardrobe with a selection of super-stylish and individual  bespoke accessories which could include:

  • scarf
  • fingerless gloves
  • tie & pocket square
  • hat
  • bag of your choice

 

By the end of your session, you'll have created a selection of original bespoke accessories, either for yourself, or as gifts.

Suitable for Absolute Beginners, using Tweed Queen machines.

6 people Maximum.

FULL DAY :9.30am-6pm  includes refreshments and lunch £90 per person

Includes all Materials or Bring Your Own.

HALF DAY : 9.30-1.30 or 1.30-6 includes refreshments £45 per person

Available Monday, Tuesday,  Thursday, Friday and Weekends by arrangement

CLICK HERE TO ASK ABOUT DATE AVAILABILITY

HALF OR FULL DAY

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A fabulous day.  I love the trousers and T-shirt I made at the I Need It Now! workshop, Everyone has been really amazed by what I made in just one day. Marge is a great teacher and the refreshments were spot on.

 I've just booked for my second lessonand bought an Overlocker!!

Sarah

Derbyshire

Helen and I came for A SENSATIONAL SEW DAY. I am dead happy with what I made.  I've even worn the Lace trousers for lifeguarding!! Marge made everything easy to understand, she was great at teaching what needed to be done and was very encouraging.  I'll be back!

Helen

Derbyshire

Had a BRILLIANT day.  Marge helped me copy a jumpsuit I love in some amazng fabric from her stash. And I got to grips with the Overlocker - LIFE-CHANGING!Very empowering.

Lunch was delicious too.

Thanks Marge

Vicky

Derbyshire

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