Laura Rae Craft Co. Teaches Sewing

Laura Rae Craft Co. Teaches Sewing Fun, friendly and insightful sewing workshops, masterclasses and courses to suit all skill levels. Like many people, I found sewing in some of my darkest hours.
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Based in the Peterborough, Rutland and Lincolnshire community. My mum lent a sewing machine and gently nudged to give it a go whilst recovering from a family trauma - I became instantly addicted. There was something about the creativity married with the mathematics and logic that drew me down its rabbit hole. Desperate to know more, I went to college where I studied sewing technique, garment makin

g and fabric fundamentals. I was trained to pattern cut and to design clothing from block. I started Laura Rae Craft Co. in 2018, mostly hiring bunting to weddings, but began retailing during the pandemic as the wedding market crashed. I now work full-time sewing and am blessed that my hobby has become my livelihood. My business predominantly makes reusable fabric bags. In the past 12 months I have worked with companies such as the Royal Scotsman to repurpose their old uniforms, I also design make up bags for the English Mineral Makeup Company. I like to make clothing when I am not sewing for work. I design and make outfits for all the little people in my life. I enjoy costume design and I also love to rummage through a good charity shop to find preloved clothes to alter. Sewing is my life, and to have the opportunity to gift the pleasure of this pastime to others is a privilege.

05/06/2026

✨Meet the Teacher series ✨

Describe 3 major achievements since starting Laura Rae Craft.

🧵 MADE TO MEASURE | Werrington, Peterborough 🧵Ready to take your dressmaking skills beyond simply following patterns?Mad...
04/06/2026

🧵 MADE TO MEASURE | Werrington, Peterborough 🧵

Ready to take your dressmaking skills beyond simply following patterns?

Made to Measure is a specialist face-to-face course designed for intermediate and experienced garment makers who want to truly understand garment fit, body proportions, and pattern adjustment techniques.

You’ll learn how to confidently analyse fit issues, alter sewing patterns, and create your own personalised bodice, skirt, and sleeve blocks tailored to your measurements — helping you achieve garments that fit beautifully and flatter your shape.

📅 Course Dates:
✨ 5 Day Intensive — 10/08/26
https://www.lauraraecraft.com/service-page/made-to-measure-5-day

✨ 12 Week Evening Course — 09/09/26
https://www.lauraraecraft.com/service-page/made-to-measure-4

Throughout the course, we’ll cover:

✂ Taking full body measurements
✂ Understanding wearing ease vs design ease
✂ Choosing the correct pattern size
✂ Common fit adjustments including:
• Bust adjustments
• Dart shifting
• Bust point adjustments
• Armhole adjustments
• Broad/narrow back, shoulder & chest adjustments
• Straight back & sway back adjustments

✂ Tracing and adjusting bodice, skirt & sleeve blocks
✂ Toile construction and fitting
✂ Transferring alterations back to patterns
✂ Creating professional card blocks
✂ Using blocks to adapt commercial sewing patterns
✂ Introduction to designing from blocks

By the end of the course, you’ll leave with:
✨ Your own personalised fitted blocks
✨ Greater confidence adjusting sewing patterns
✨ A deeper understanding of garment fitting and body shaping
✨ Professional pattern-cutting knowledge you can apply again and again

Perfect for:
✔ Intermediate and experienced garment makers
✔ Sewists wanting a better fit
✔ Dressmakers interested in pattern cutting
✔ Anyone ready to advance their technical sewing skills

📍 Face-to-face classes in Werrington, Peterborough

🌐 www.lauraraecraft.com



https://youtu.be/D2uJ5VinO4U

🧵 Made to Measure | Peterborough, Werrington 🧵Take your dressmaki...

Our Taster Evening is now fully booked! Pop a DM to be on the reserve list.Alternatively Laura has two Beginner summer ...
03/06/2026

Our Taster Evening is now fully booked! Pop a DM to be on the reserve list.

Alternatively Laura has two Beginner summer schools (5 day intensive course) commencing in July and August or 12 week course commencing in September!

www.lauraraecraft.com

🧵✨ Curious about sewing but not sure where to start? ✨🧵

For just £25, come and learn the fundamentals of using a sewing machine while making your very own tote bag! 👜

This beginner-friendly sewing taster workshop is perfect for anyone with little or no sewing experience. No sewing machine? No problem! Everything you need is provided — including sewing machines, fabrics, tools, and materials.

Whether you’ve always wanted to try sewing, fancy a new creative hobby, or simply want to learn a practical life skill, this relaxed and supportive workshop is the perfect place to begin. ✂️☕

During the session you will:
✔ Learn how to use a sewing machine safely and confidently
✔ Thread and operate a machine step-by-step
✔ Practice essential stitches and seam techniques
✔ Understand basic sewing tools and terminology
✔ Create your own tote bag from start to finish
✔ Build confidence handling fabric and sewing accurately

🌟 No experience needed
🌟 All materials and equipment included
🌟 Friendly, supportive tuition from Laura Rae

📍 Werrington, Peterborough

🪡 Leave with a handmade tote bag and the confidence to continue your sewing journey!

📩 Spaces are limited — book your place today!

🌐 https://www.lauraraecraft.com/service-page/sewing-taster-evening-1

02/06/2026

✨ Get to Know the Teacher ✨

What was the very first thing you ever made? 🧵✂️

Every sewist starts somewhere — from wonky seams to proud finishes! I’d love to see where your sewing journey began.

Share a photo below of the very first garment you ever sewed and tell us a little about it 💛

✂️ How to Achieve a Professional Zip Finish | Sewing Tutorial 🧵✨Want your zips to look professionally finished? In this ...
30/05/2026

✂️ How to Achieve a Professional Zip Finish | Sewing Tutorial 🧵✨

Want your zips to look professionally finished? In this tutorial, I’ll show you the key techniques that make all the difference when inserting zips.

This video focuses on the finishing details that elevate your sewing and help your garments look beautifully polished inside and out.

In this tutorial, you’ll learn:
🧵 Techniques for achieving a clean, professional zip finish
🧵 Tips for improving the appearance and durability of your zip insertion
🧵 How to create neat finishes inside your garments
🧵 Small details that give your sewing a ready-to-wear quality

✨ Beginner-friendly with clear, practical guidance
✨ Focused on achieving a polished, high-quality finish
✨ Perfect for improving your garment construction skills

If you want your zips to look as good on the inside as they do on the outside, this tutorial is for you.

🎥 Watch the tutorial here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bh6zDsPfau0&list=PLLBKGhFHu1HfPB33Uns_9Ghwz9LyLgU84&index=6

💛 Don’t forget to subscribe for more sewing tips and dressmaking techniques.

Happy sewing! 🧵✨

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5QCGFThBzc0

✂️ How to Achieve a Professional Zip Finish | Sewing TutorialWant your zips to look professionally finished? In this tutorial, I’ll show you the key techniqu...

29/05/2026

🧵💬 Friday Check-In! 💬🧵

Let’s be real—what did you find tricky this week? 👀

Was it:
😅 Thread tension troubles?
🌀 Sewing curves?
📏 Getting your measurements just right?

You’re not alone—every sewist has been there! Share below and let’s support each other 💛

Want guidance and hands-on help?
Join a class and build your confidence step by step:
🌐 www.lauraraecraft.com

29/05/2026

First up in the Get To Know The Teacher series, Laura divulges her biggest hurdles overcome since starting her own business.

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The Studio, 7 Topham Crescent
Peterborough
PE60SR

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