From Those I’ve Taught…


“I’ve been attending Anna’s Draft, Drape & Make classes for nearly two years and have learned a great deal about sewing, pattern making and cutting. I’m still learning every session, and with Anna’s support and encouragement I’ve grown in confidence and made many garments for myself. I really value that you work on your own project, with Anna providing personalised guidance when needed. She is patient, talented and generous with her knowledge. It’s also lovely sharing the class with others who enjoy sewing. The studio is a great space — well equipped, bright, air-conditioned, with free tea and coffee. It’s a friendly, relaxed environment and I always look forward to going. I would highly recommend it”.

A mannequin dressed in a silver-blue dress with elaborate gold embroidery and beading on one shoulder and side. The dress features a metallic finish and asymmetrical design details.

Sandra Martinez


“Fantastic class with expert tuition. Anna is a patient and brilliant tutor. The class consists of students with varied skills and experience who are able to improve their skills every week under Anna's expert tutoring, whether you are working on your very first project or making a designer outfit. With step by step instructions and 1:1 sessions in class, you will end up with an outfit that fits you perfectly and looks like a professional make. I would highly recommend this class to anyone from beginners to the more experienced dressmaker”.

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Lindsay Cleaver


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“As a total novice I joined Anna's beginners class two years ago and due to her brilliant teaching and patience I am now able to make wearable garments”.

Carole Lane


“Anna’s sewing classes are great! Friendly people making various garment’s. It’s a vibrant yet relaxing atmosphere with heating in the winter, air-conditioning in the summer, tea, coffee, biscuits, lovely music and conversation. Well equipped with everything you need.

We are lucky to have such a talented professional designer/genius/seamstress. My own skills have developed at a steady pace and sewing has become so much more enjoyable with Anna’s input. We work at our own pace and quite often Anna does group demonstrations plus various speciality classes. I’d highly recommend this class”.

Tina Jess

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