Sew What! Creative Textiles & Design Course: After School (Ages 12-16)

Schedule

Mon Sep 08 2025 at 04:30 pm to 06:00 pm

UTC+01:00

Location

Bristol Textile Quarter | Bristol, EN

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Join us for Sew What! Creative Textiles & Design 6 week course, where you'll learn exciting techniques and unleash your creativity.
About this Event

Sew What! Creative Textiles & Design Course: After School (Ages 12-16)

Sew What! is an opportunity to learn and experiment with innovative textile techniques to bring bold ideas to life with Alice Bowen-Churchill: Artist and experienced teacher.

What You'll Learn:

You will master technical skills and creative confidence in the following:

· Hand and machine sewing

· Fabric manipulation and appliqué

· Disperse dye printing

· Embellishment techniques

· Upcycling and sustainable fashion practices

Why Choose Sew What!

Alice's classes blend traditional skills with contemporary design thinking. Each term focuses on a different theme, designed to challenge and inspire, whether you're a complete beginner or already have some textile experience. This approach keeps the learning fresh while allowing opportunities to develop new skills and reinforce existing ones.

Perfect For:

Young creative minds who enjoy hands-on making and are looking to develop practical skills while having fun.

What Makes Us Different:

Small class sizes ensure personalised attention and support. You'll have access to professional-grade equipment and materials, plus guidance from a tutor with over 20 years' experience teaching young people, who understands both traditional techniques and current trends. Alice has an enhanced DBS check and public liability insurance for your peace of mind. She aims to celebrate individual style and encourage experimentation in a supportive, creative environment.

Join a community of young creators who are passionate about textiles, clothing and making something amazing with their hands.

Autumn Term dates: Thursday after school from 4.30-6 pm at BTQ.

Week commencing 8th September - 13th October

Limited to 10 places - book soon to avoid disappointment.

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Where is it happening?

Bristol Textile Quarter, 1A Barton Road, Bristol, United Kingdom

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Tickets

GBP 130.72

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