Love & Stitches Studio

I booked a 2 -1 two hour lesson for myself and my daughter as we had been struggling with making our patterns fit. Alison made us feel relaxed and comfortable and we learned so much in those two hours. Taking it at our pace and explaining each step, so we clearly understood how to measure our selves and make the necessary adjustment to our patterns. I do not hesitate in recommending her, and I am so glad that I have found her.

Excellent tuition in every aspect of garment making, from initial idea, pattern making, cutting, assembly to completion, we made a festival hoodie from an old army blanket, which turned out great. Alison is patient and puts over the information in a clear manner when it’s needed. A fantastic 5 weeks!! Thanks again. John

Alison's sewing workshops are top-notch. She has a remarkable ability to explain things in a way that is easy to understand and retain.Alison is patient, kind, helpful, and passionate about her work. It is a pleasure to be guided by her in her small, intimate sewing sessions.I highly recommend Alison's sewing workshops to anyone who wants to learn how to sew or improve their sewing skills. She is an excellent teacher and makes the learning process enjoyable.

I'm a beginner to dressmaking and had little knowledge before starting these sewing sessions. From deciding which size of the pattern to use, to finishing my first wearable top, Alison's help and knowledge was invaluable. I am now close to finishing another top at home and have dress pieces cut out ready to sew together. I'm hoping to continue lessons after Easter to expand my knowledge and work with different fabrics. If you're undecided about whether or not to book, i would definitely recommend sewing sessions with Alison. X

Alison is a wonderful teacher, so creative and approachable. Her lessons are fun, expert and her teaching approach is supportive and flexible. I would recommend her to anyone wants to learn dressmaking.

At a loss with my new overlocker, I booked a session with Alison to go over how the overlocker/serger could work for me. It was the best money and time spent. Alison was friendly, knowledgeable and very patient. I came home with notes, photos I had taken and fabric swatches showing the stitches and how to remedy tension problems. On the back of this I booked other sewing sessions.Alison is a star and I can highly recommend the services she provides.

Alison has a wealth of knowledge which she shares as she guides you through the techniques you need to master. I have been sewing for many years but needed help with fitting garments. I now feel much more confident with altering patterns and using the top down centre out method to get trousers to fit.