News This Week

The first of the 2-Day coat workshop went well and the coats are starting to take shape! Excellent work from those who attended. Check out upcoming workshops under Sewing Classes in the top menu or click here.

There are also workshops for kids to sew a sweatshirt during the February half term. Click here for info.

If your child would like to learn to sew, there is the sewing Machine Driver's Licence class on 31 January. The session is from 1:30pm to 3:45 for children aged 8yr to 16yr. Class sizes are small and use of a sewing machine is included, or bring your own if you prefer. Click here to book. This class can also be done as a one-to-one at time to suit you, if you prefer.

To form a regular sewing habit, you can join the Saturday sewing classes, where every month there is a new project and new sewing skills to learn! Fabric is included as well as a pattern to take home. The class projects and dates are listed in the "regular sewing classes" pages in the menu above. Click here for more info

Please click on "Sewing Classes" in the top menu for regular classes and one-to-one classes.

There are also classes for anyone wanting to learn to sew. Please click here for all beginners classes.

Top Notch Sewing Centre holds small group sewing classes and one to one's, plus pattern and skills classes. Group class sizes are small with a maximum of 4 students per class, so booking in advance is advised.

If you are looking for sewing inspiration or skills, please checkout my YouTube page where I have videos and reposts worth watching.

Regular Classes at Top Notch:

Kids Sewing machine drivers licence class on 31 Jan, 1:30pm

Sewing Social on 6 Feb, 10:30 am

Adults Saturday sewing class on 7 Feb, 10 am

Kids sewing club on 7 Feb, 1:30pm

Kids sewing club on 14 Feb, 10 am or 1:30pm

Kids Sweatshirt holiday workshop 17 or 19 Feb, 10:30- 3:30

Top Notch tote bag in the Shop page. If you would like to do a class that is full, please join the waiting list.

You can also become a site member to receive the occasional newsletter which has details and updates about all things happening at Top Notch !

Sewing or pattern Tutoring can be booked per hour. All classes must be pre-booked. You can see any group class schedule or book classes in each separate class page. Book with a buddy for a discount or email me for a discount code if booking a 1:1 class for a child. Classes are held in Orpington BR5 (address given upon booking).

Best wishes ... x Caroline

Sewing classes for small groups
or 1-2-1 for all ages & skill levels - See news below or classes in the top menu
-based in Orpington, Bromley, SE London

I honestly can’t recommend Caroline enough. She is a true sewing queen and such a creative soul. Anytime I have an idea or need an outfit, she always goes above and beyond to bring my vision to life—and somehow makes it even better than I imagined. She’s a constant source of inspiration for me and is genuinely amazing at what she does. You can really see the passion and care she puts into every piece. She also runs sewing sessions that are so welcoming and inspiring. If you’re looking for someone talented, creative, and dedicated, definitely check her out—you won’t regret it.

Hannah, Dressmaking & Design

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