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✂️ Creative Sewing Workshop for Ages 11+ – A Fun, Skill-Building Experience with Dress By Amy

The sewing room at The Sewing Sanctuary in Harrogate where the sewing workshop for age 11+ will take place

If you’re looking for a creative, confidence-building activity for your child aged 11+, this upcoming sewing workshop from Dress By Amy could be the perfect fit.


Designed especially for young makers, this hands-on session introduces essential sewing skills in a friendly, supportive environment. Whether your child is completely new to sewing or has already experimented with a sewing machine at home, this workshop offers the right balance of guidance, creativity, and independence.


🧵 What Your Child Will Learn

During the workshop, students will:

  • Learn how to use a sewing machine safely and confidently

  • Understand basic sewing techniques and terminology

  • Follow a pyjama shorts pattern and construct and sew a finished pair of shorts

  • Develop problem-solving and creative skills

  • Gain pride in completing their own handmade project


Each participant will leave not only with something they’ve made themselves, but with skills they can continue building on at home.


Four sets of PJ shorts showing what participants will make if they join this age 11+ sewing workshop

🌟 Why Sewing Is So Valuable for Young People

Sewing is more than just a hobby. It teaches patience, concentration, and resilience. It builds practical life skills and encourages creativity in a screen-free, hands-on way. Many young people discover a real boost in confidence when they realise, “I made that myself.”


Workshops are kept welcoming and supportive, ensuring every child feels encouraged, regardless of experience level.


👩‍🏫 Guided by Experience

The session is led by me, Amy of Dress By Amy, I'm passionate about helping young people (and people of any age) discover the joy of making. Clear demonstrations and step-by-step guidance ensure students feel safe and capable throughout.


Amy from Dress By Amy mid sewing lesson with a sewing beginner

📍 Location, Dates / Times, Cost and Booking

The workshop takes place at The Sewing Sanctuary in central Harrogate, providing a creative and welcoming setting for young makers.


It will run across four Mondays - 23rd and 30th March and 13th and 20th April. 16:00 until 17:45.


Cost: £100 for the full course.


Spaces are limited to five to keep the group size manageable and ensure individual support, so early booking is recommended.


To book, please email me at Amy@dressbyamy.co.uk


If your child loves being creative, enjoys working with their hands, or simply wants to try something new, this sewing workshop could be the perfect opportunity to spark a lifelong skill.


Give them the chance to stitch, create, and grow in confidence. ✂️🧵

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