"no mum" 😳
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Hi Reader, ‘No mum’. That was my eldest daughter’s response to the suggestion I make her prom dress. Oof. That was crushing. The thing is, while my kids were growing up, I hadn’t really sewn much apart from rushed World Book Day costumes from random bits lying around. She had absolutely no idea that before she was born, I used to make competition ballroom dance dresses and bridal gowns. She probably imagined I was about to whip something up from musty old curtains or worn out sheets from the airing cupboard. So I took her to a fabric shop. We walked around looking at all the beautiful silky satins and chiffons in every colour imaginable. We stood flicking through the huge pattern books together and I told her she could choose absolutely anything she liked. And that’s when it clicked for her. Sewing isn’t about “making do”. It’s about being able to create exactly what you want. The exact colour. And nobody else turning up wearing the same thing! That’s what I love about sewing. Once you know how to use a sewing machine confidently, a whole world opens up. But I also know that for most people, the sewing machine itself is the intimidating bit. All the dials. The threading. The tension. The fear of ending up in a tangled mess and thinking “nope, not for me”. That’s exactly why I’ve partnered with Tysew Sewing Machines in Iver to run these beginner Summer Sewing Experience Days. When you buy a place on one of my Summer Sewing Experience Days you will: 🪡 Discover the secrets of using a sewing machine with ease, so you can start sewing your dream projects without getting tangled or frustrated! 🧵 Master the art of threading, stitching and adjusting your machine's dials, buttons, and knobs, so you can achieve perfect results every time - no thread nests, wonky seams or uneven stitches! 👕 Create a practical and beautiful summer project under my expert guidance, and leave with a stylish tote bag or garment you made yourself, with all materials included, use of Tysew's sewing machines, plus tea, coffee and biscuits throughout the day. The Details When: Time: Where: Your investment: £145 (includes your full 1-day workshop, expert guidance throughout the day, all materials for your chosen project, use of Tysew’s sewing machines, unlimited tea, coffee and biscuits.) There is a maximum of 4 places available so book now to avoid disappointment.
P.S. The pic is her wearing the prom dress I made her. |
Vee Tanner
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Hi Reader, When you buy a place on one of my Summer Sewing Experience Days you will:- 🪡Discover the secrets of using a sewing machine with ease, so you can start sewing your dream projects without getting tangled or frustrated! 🧵Master the art of threading, stitching and adjusting your machine's dials, buttons, and knobs, so you can achieve perfect results every time - no thread nests, wonky seams or uneven stitches! 👕Create a practical and beautiful summer project under my expert guidance,...
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