Fabrications

The classes here are brilliant! I did the beginners sewing part 1 and 2, the quality, care and patience surpassed my expectations 10 fold! I cannot recommend the classes enough. If you are looking to learn how to sew or improve your skills this is the place for you.

I came to the shop to look for a Christmas present for my Mum who loves knitting. It says open, but the door was locked. When I arrived a guy let me in who honestly looked like I’d ruined his day, I sanitised my hands and had my mask on and was looking around with my hands in my pockets. The big older man in the shop was so rude, arrogant, and sassy to me I left the shop, telling him so, to which he said “I know I am.” I had an Obby class booked which I was keeping to support businesses like this during covid, after this experience I’m looking for a refund and will never advise friends to go again.Sadly, I went to write this and have seen many have shared my experience.

Came here to buy some thread and elastic, the man at the counter was so helpful and gave me some suggestions on where I could go buy some fabric, though they do have a small selection! Will come again and look at doing some classes!

This is one of my favourite shops in the area. I've been to one of their sewing classes and it was a fantastic experience. Barley was so welcoming, patient and knowledgeable. I have also bought supplies from them and they are happy to help you choose. The items are very well priced as well. I'm very happy to have this shop in the neighbourhood!

The door is extra wide and the staff are really friendly. Shop fully wheelchair accessible. Beware when booking workshops though, the workshop area is downstairs. Great place for gifts, craft advice, mending advice especially, yarn for sale, fabric & sewing machines, embroidery yarn, threads and a range of upcycled homewears, clothing and accessories. And if you are at workshops there's tea and water and a toilet.

I did the beginners sewing class 2 and just like part 1 it was EXCELLENT. We covered zips, button holes, bias binding AND made a wearable garment all expertly guided by Barley who is an incredible teacher - patient, hands-on and a fountain of knowledge + encouragement. Save yourself hours of frustration scouring YouTube videos and book this class at once! So much care taken to create a supportive learning space - Thank you Barley <3 <3 <3

I can highly recommend the beginners sewing class. It's a small group, really well structured and well explained. Spent the morning grasping the basics and the afternoon completing on our own project which we left with. Barley is a patient, very clear and inspiring teacher. Really enjoyable way to start your sewing journey!

Unfortunately I will never go back to this shop as I was told off by a very rude man that suggested I leave my 2 year old in the buggy out of the street while I BRIEFLY look at yarn, all because my daughter was eating a lollipop. No food inside.But it’s ok to leave a child on the street.Broadway market is full of local neighbourhood shops so why make the locals feel unwelcome!!!I’d also like to add that this is clearly the way this shop treats people as there are a number of reviews that are negative and explains how rude others have been treated.

I attended 2 beginners sewing classes with Barley earlier this month and I couldn't recommend it enough. Barley is patience, so knowledgeable and clearly loves what she does. The classes were small and supportive and before you know it, you are exceeding your own sewing expectations. I cant believe how much I learnt in such a short amount of time. Looking forward to taking more classes here in the future!