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Tutors Directory
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Tutor  AbbieAnne SearleHi, I’ve been teaching P&Q and Textile Art Techniques for 30 years. More DetailsBased in Cornwall where I run weekly classes in my studio (The Therapy Cupboard), I also travel around to... |
Tutor  Alison PageAfter several years working for the NHS, I completed a City and Guilds Certificate in Patchwork and Quilting and then went on to complete a Diploma. More DetailsI began my sewing journey... |
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Tutor  Anna McDowellMy interest in the Dorset Button industry was developed during my time as Chairman of the Gold Hill Museum in Shaftesbury Dorset. Social history has always been an interest of... More Details |
Tutor  Bernice HopperI am a textile and mixed media artist. I mostly make hangings and fabric books. I particularly like to work with text either as inspiration for my work or actually in the work... More Details |
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Tutor  Emma Broughton (FRSN)I am an RSN-trained Embroidery Tutor, Author, and Fabric Designer from Wiltshire, specializing in hand embroidery and fabric design. I am a graduate of both the Royal School o... More Details |
Tutor  Esther CollinsI am a Textile Artist and Tutor based in West Sussex. I teach both machine and hand embroidery from my studio and give talks and workshops to groups throughout the South East.... More Details |
Tutor  Gail LawtherI've been working and teaching in the textile world for many years, and have written and edited many books on different types of needlecraft. I also produce banners for church... More Details |
Tutor  Helen MoyesBringing Peace & Play to Your Everyday More DetailsQualified and experienced teacher offering talks, kits, workshops, playdays and 1:1 coaching online live and on demand, at my crafting l... |
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Tutor  Jan AllstonQuilting and other crafts taught. Home or abroad. Online and in person. More DetailsRaw Edge Applique. FPP. EQ8. Computerised embroidery. |
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Tutor  Jo WestfootHi I'm Jo Westfoot, the owner of The Crafty Nomad. I love to sew and quilt and generally 'make stuff'! I have a passion for free motion quilting and love to share my skills ... More Details |
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Tutor  Jules MayoufI started sewing and dressmaking as a teenager learning from my dressmaker grandma .I love experimenting with textiles and fabrics Over the years I’ve tried almost every cra... More Details |
Tutor  Karen RobbDressmaking Tutor - My standards are high but I will show you short cuts and tricks of the trade for you to be as exacting as I am. More DetailsMy aim is to not only teach the basics but ... |
Tutor  Karen RuaneFirst class honours degree in textile/surface design specialising in hand embroidery. More DetailsHave been running online classes for many years along with several 'in person' workshops ... |
Tutor  Katalin HorvathI always loved crafts, I learned crocheting, knitting, embroidering weaving as a child, my Grandma and my parents were great inspirations and teachers. As a teenager, I sewed ... More Details |
Tutor  Katy KeyworthCromer Seamstress offers expert-led classes and creative sewing, knitting and crochet experiences in North Norfolk for all abilities. More DetailsChoose from weekly classes, longer suppor... |
Tutor  Kristen HubertHi I am Kristen Hubert an Edinburgh based Quilter, YouTuber & Quilt Pattern Designer. Originally from Toronto, Canada, I have lived in Scotland for over 20 years. More DetailsMy YouTube ... |
Tutor  Ksenia SemirovaI am a textile artist and educator specialising in hand embroidery, with a particular focus on Lunéville (tambour) embroidery and couture-style embellishment. I hold an... More Details |
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Tutor  Lisa LamHello! I am a London College of Fashion graduate. I have been a bag designer/maker for over 20 years and I've written three bag making books (one of them being The Bag Ma... More Details |
Tutor  Malgorzata BanjoI am a quilting tutor and designer with a strong focus on creative, stress-free patchwork using fabric scraps. Through my work at Pola Quilting, I share original quilt block d... More Details |
Tutor  Nancy MorelandMy name is Nancy Moreland and for more years than I can remember, crafts have always played a very important role in my life. It was always my dream to have a business where ... |
Tutor  Natalie MansfieldI teach one on one so lessons are based on each person's skill set, wants and needs. Completely tailored to you! More DetailsA friendly, patient atmosphere, lots of different machines ava... |
Tutor  Patricia BelyeaI'm a creative quilter, speaker, and international teacher who blends traditional piecing with innovative curves. I invented Complex Curves and Inserted Curves — two piecing... More Details |
Tutor  Rachel D'AmbrosioTutor of Siddi Quilting, Patchwork of Crosses, Japanese Sashiko Stitching, Bag Making. More DetailsIn person and on Zoom. To Book Rachel, please email rachel@shqa.co.uk |
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Tutor  Sara WilliamsSara has been crafting since she was a child and has tried her hand at many things, some were more successful than others however! She was taught to knit and crochet by an aun... More Details |
Tutor  Sarah BrangwynFor Sarah Brangwyn, owner and founder of Made and Making sewing has been a constant source of fascination and pleasure. Teaching Patchwork, Dressmaking and Crochet in her Gard... More Details |
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Tutor  Tanya BenthamAuthor More Details− “Opus Anglicanum” 2021, Crowood Press − “Bayeux Stitch” 2022 Crowood Press − “Naughty Medieval Embroidery” 2024,... |
Tutor  Tony PhillipsI’m a textile artist and educator specialising in expressive, process led embroidery. My background includes teaching City & Guilds and years of hands on workshop delive... More Details |
Tutor  Tracy MinnemaTracy Minnema’s lifelong journey with fibre arts began when she was just five years old, with early explorations in crocheting and knitting. Over time, her creative inte... More Details |
Tutor  Trish GrammerI am a tutor that uses fabulous African Fabrics in my work. I can show you how to use the beautiful fabrics and create stunning quilts and bags. More Details |
Tutor  Vendulka BattaisVendulka Battais is an award winning quilter and textile artist and she has exhibited her work all over UK and abroad. She is a tutor, speaker, published author and on top of ... More Details |
Tutor  Wendy DolanI am a Fellow of The Society of Designer Craftsmen, The Sussex Guild of Designers and Makers, and the Embroiderers’ Guild. I am qualified with a B.Ed.Hons Degree and a ... |