In person social sewing days

  • "Fabulous day of sewing and laughter. Pilates at the end of the day is a wonderful way to finish."

    Rita - February 2023

Item 1 of 4

IN PERSON: SOCIALS

Our Social Sewing Days are very popular with the sewing community both here in Sheffield and further afield. We host these on a regular basis to provide a space for people of all backgrounds to come and enjoy a day of sewing, knitting and quilting together. These days are great for sharing ideas, learning from a wide variety of different sewists and for seeing a huge number of different garments being made.

Whilst the theme of the day might be sewing, the social element is just as important and it’s wonderful to see new friendships flourish at these events. The indulgent afternoon tea is always well received and provides space in the day to explore the pattern, garment and fabric swap area. It’s also a great chance to mingle away from the machines.

The final hour is given over to a relaxing and beginner friendly Pilates session, which is physio-led by an APPI certified instructor, to provide the perfect conclusion to the day.

A plate of lovely cakes drizzled in chocolate
A lady showing her friend an example of a sewing project she likes
Close up of a lady ironing her fabric during a social sewing day
IzzoSew Social Sewing Day
£39.00

Location: Ecclesall Rd, Sheffield

Dates: Sat 12th April, Sat 28th June & Sat 20th September 2025.

Time: 9:30 - 5:30pm.

Social Sewing Day Details

  • Bring your sewing machine, tools and and current project along to the Jubilee Centre in Sheffield from 9:30-4:30pm to sew, knit or quilt (Pilates is from 4:30-5:30). We will provide you with a dedicated workspace, table and chair in small groups of 5-9.

    Ironing boards and irons will be available for you to use on the day. Two overlockers will also be available – one with white thread and one with black thread.

    We will also have a cutting area set up with a number of cutting mats, although we do recommend you cut out any big projects before the day

    In between stitches you can enjoy tea, coffee, cakes and chatter with fellow creative sewists.

  • Drinks and refreshments will be provided throughout the day, including vegan and gluten free options. Please let us know of any further dietary requirements on your booking form.

    Afternoon tea (prosecco and cake) will be served during the afternoon at 3pm and there will be plenty of non-alcoholic options for you to enjoy too.

    We will not be providing lunch, so feel free to either bring a packed lunch (fridges are available if required) or make the most of one of the cafes along Ecclesall Road for a lunch break.

  • There will be various sewing related things happening throughout the day, including a fabric swap, pattern swap and homemade clothes swap.

    Have you made any garments that you never wear for one reason or the other? Perhaps once made, you didn’t like the fit, or the fabric wasn't quite what you were expecting or the style just didn't suit you?

    At our social, we would like to offer you the opportunity to bring any unwanted ‘me-made’ clothes for a clothes swap. Perhaps someone else might fit that lovingly-made garment beautifully and you might find something to take home with you too! So bring your unused fabric, homemade clothes and patterns to contribute if you want to.

  • The day will be wrapped up with a relaxing and beginner friendly hour long ‘Relax, Stretch and Breathe’ class between 4:30-5:30pm. This will be physio-led by an APPI certified instructor, to help your body stretch out again after all that sewing. If you would like take part in this activity remember to bring an exercise mat or towel and a change of clothes (if desired).

Close up of someone sewing a garment with a sewing machine
View of the sewing room during a social sewing day
Ladies relaxing outside in the sun during afternoon tea at a social sewing day
Large chocolate cake cut into slices and decorated with strawberries
Close up of a lady using an overlocker at a social sewing day

Details are as follows:

  • Venue: The Jubilee Centre, Wilson Road, Sheffield, S11 8RN

  • Sewing time: 9:30-4:30pm

  • Optional post sewing Pilates session 4:30-5:30pm.

There is limited parking onsite for a few cars, but there is parking available on the adjacent roads (pay and display). The venue is fully accessible.

Get excited, invite your friends and come along to have a great day of sewing, knitting and quilting together. We are looking forward to meeting you all.

Places are limited, so please book your place quickly to avoid disappointment. 

How our customers feel:

  • "I can't recommend the retreats enough. It gives the opportunity to focus on projects in a really supportive and friendly environment. Izzy and Sophie are fabulous tutors and make sure everyone has time to benefit from their time."

    Helen - March 2025

  • "Beautiful venue with great facilities. A weekend full of inspiration, fun and laughter, with of course, lots of sewing!"

    Rita - March 2025

Item 1 of 4