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Free lessons from The Academy

Experience The Academy before committing to a course and build your sewing skills with our free online lessons, led by accredited industry experts

 

 

Experience The Academy with our FREE lessons

Try The Academy before committing to a course and build your sewing skills with our free online lessons, led by an accredited industry expert...

Sewing rings on a Roman Blind

Learn tips and tricks on how to professional sew on your rings to ensure a durable and sturdy Roman Blind.

Machine stitching your piping

Learn how to finish off your piping ends with a professional machine-stitched finish.

 Attaching a frill to a cushion

Discover the art of professionally attaching your playful frill to your soft furnishing projects.

Creating a cord tidy for a curtain

Take your handmade curtains to the next level with our snazzy cord tidy - the perfect place to hide your unsightly cords.

Creating a rod pocket for a Roman Blind

Learn how to make integrated rod pockets for your roman blind. 

Attaching piping to a cushion

Discover the best way to attach contrast piping to be used on all of your soft furnishing projects.

Creating a lapped zip

Take your soft furnishing projects to the next level and learn how to create a lapped zip. 

Creating faux mitred corners

Join us to learn the art of creating a beautiful hand-finished faux mitred corner.

More FREE lessons coming soon

"I really enjoyed the course, I found it so easy to follow and both the videos and written instructions were very clear and descriptive, it felt like the course was in person. I definitely feel confident now to go and make more for our home. Louise is a fantastic teacher and always ensures she covers any question you may of asked if the course was face to face."

Charlotte M