This is a fun activity in Edinburgh
Fancy sewing in good company, with top-of-the-line kit to match? The Social Sewing Club is like the sewing and quilting "bees" of old, only with rather more up-to-date equipment. (Did someone say automatic buttonholes?)
This is when I open up the Stitch Lounge Studio to anyone who fancies sewing alongside friends, old and new. You're welcome to use any of my machines and gadgets, the cutting table, the irons, and to dig through my extensive sewing library – but most of all, you'll have company while you work.
Come along for advice on a tricky project, a browse of the stitch-themed library, or just a change of scenery. Book in to use whatever machines are available on the day, or let me know ahead of time if you have something specific in mind. The cutting table, dressing room, irons and camaraderie are always part of the deal.
I don't teach during the club itself, since I'll be working on my own projects, but I'm always happy to help with a bit of up-skilling along the way. You'll need beginner machine-sewing skills to take part – if we decide together that you need more dedicated teaching time, we can talk about signing up for a class instead.
On top of all the equipment above, Stitch Lounge is home to the Janome DM7200 and DM6100 computerised sewing machines, both with a range of one-step buttonholes, plus monogramming on the DM7200. You'll also find an adjustable-height cutting table, a steam-generator iron, and a needle felting machine.
Come along to a Social Sewing Club session to see what it's all about – tea, coffee and biscuits included. Sessions cost £10 per visit, plus the cost of any materials you use. Thread's on the house; you'll only pay for extras like interfacing and elastic.
