Courses

Courses Available

LeannMarieDesign is delighted to offer a suite of creative and technical sewing courses designed to accommodate different abilities and interests. Sessions are delivered in a friendly and supportive environment, with small sized groups to ensure that each delegate is given as much hands on assistance as possible. Whether you are a complete beginner or somebody with more experience, feel free to contact us to discuss which course might suit you best.

Commercial Patterns – An Introductory Sewing Course for Beginners

 

6 Week Course (Tues Eve 1.5hr)
3 Week Course (Saturdays 3hr)
Dates: (Dates Pending)
Maximum class size: 3

Price: £147

Sewing Machine Skills –

An Introductory Course for Beginners

 

2 Week Course (Saturdays 4hr)
Dates: (Dates Pending)
Maximum class size: 3

Price: £140

 Pattern Drafting and Cutting:

       *Beginner Drafters      *Intermediate Drafters 

Beginner

6 days, 10-4, Fridays & Saturdays 
13/14th Nov, 20/21st Nov, 4/5th Dec 2026
Maximum class size: 10

Price: £600

Intermediate

4 days, 10-4, Fridays & Saturdays 
27/28th Nov, 11/12th Dec 2026
Maximum class size: 10

Price: £475

Private Lessons

 

Private lessons are also available, hosted in our studio. These can be solo or paired and are flexible around your own experience, interests and schedule.
Pricing examples for a solo private lesson:
1.5hour lesson at £48
3 hour ‘half-day’ at £90.

Please enquire for further details if private tuition is of interest you.

Nottingham Trent

 

Pattern Drafting and Cutting: Beginners

Fashion: Making Skills for 15-17 Year Olds

Testimonials

“I have already recommended this course to a friend!”

(Jill H, Sheffield 2016, Pattern Drafting & Cutting: Evening Course)

“I have always used commercial patterns previously so had no prior knowledge of drafting my own. Now, I feel confident enough to make the styles I want, rather than the ones you get in shops.”

(Kath D, Walkley, 2016, Pattern Drafting & Cutting :Evening Course)

“Every week I had some kind of light bulb moment where something I couldn’t understand verbally was illustrated for me visually. Leann is a very adept at adjusting how she delivers information to meet the diverse needs of a group.”

(Aimee, Sheffield, 2016, Pattern Drafting & Cutting :Evening Course)

“I’ve learnt more in these last few weeks than I did on a year’s course at a local community college. Leann is a consummate professional with years of experience under her belt and a lovely manner to boot.”

(Aimee, Sheffield, 2016, Pattern Drafting & Cutting :Evening Course)

“I would like to do another course to build on this one now!”

(Anon, Sheffield, 2016, Pattern Drafting & Cutting :Evening Course)

“Leann is a mine of information and tips. This course surpassed expectations and is very good value for money. I would now like another course to follow on from these sessions.”

(Di, Marlcliffe, 2016, Pattern Drafting & Cutting :Evening Course)

“I have found cheaper courses before online, but having a ‘real’ teacher is just so much better. I came to this course with no drafting knowledge, and have finished the course with a good understanding. I am very pleased.”

(Anon, Sheffield, 2016, Pattern Drafting & Cutting : Evening Course)

“A really great introductory course and a lovely atmosphere whilst learning.”

(Anon, Nottingham, 2016, Nott Trent University: 5 Day Workshop)

“I honestly learnt more in the first week than I imagined I would in the whole course! Greatly exceeded expectations.”

(Anon, Nottingham, 2016, Nott Trent University: 5 Day Workshop)

“I think I gained more than expected because Leann tailored each session to meet our individual needs. I would like to do a follow-on course if available. It was just brilliant, with excellent teaching.”

(Ann, Nottingham, 2016, Nott Trent University: 5 Day Workshop)

“Thank you so much for all your support and patience. I’m so glad I came to the classes as I genuinely don’t think I could have learned and loved sewing without your help. I’m pretty sure I would’ve got frustrated with it and just never got anywhere near where I have. I’m definitely going to carry on now that I’ve learned so much, and will just keep building on what I have learnt so far.”

(Karen, Sheffield, 2017, Sewing Machine Skills: Evening Course)

“The tutor was super encouraging and checked on us throughout each class. We had a hands on approach, being shown a task and able to try it ourselves immediately afterwards. I wish the course was longer!”

(Anon)

“I enjoyed all of it.”

(Anon)

“I wanted to learn the proper way of measuring, checking the fittings and adjustments and I achieved all of it.”

(SS)

“Leann is a great tutor, we learnt new skills each week.”

(KR)

“For someone who wants to learn about pattern drafting and has no idea what to do, this course is the best. My understanding of pattern drafting has improved in every way.”

(Anon)

“Its been absolutely brilliant and I’ve enjoyed every minute and learnt so much. Thankyou Leann!”

(Anon)

“It was great and actually better than I expected, especially as someone starting from scratch.”

(Anon)

“The whole course was really interesting and I learnt new techniques every week. I feel confident about drafting and practicing my new skills. Thank you Leann, I had a fantastic time on the course.”

(Anon)

“It was a great week. Excellent skilled and knowledgeable tutor. Extremely organised.”

(Anon)

“Fantastic mix of skills from the tutor. Added value, CPD included and sound advice too. Good that the tutor is an active practitioner and not purely academic. All good.”

(Anon)

“Leann was fantastic, patient as a saint with me. Explained things in a very easy way to understand.”

(LF)