Thread and Press CIC
A Community Interest Company
Workshops for Children
We run workshops in sewing, screen printing, printmaking, fashion illustration, drawing and illustration, craft and 3D modelling! There is so much on offer and we provide exciting projects that will give young people creative skills for life. Age restrictions apply which may vary from session-to-session. Please check the listing before booking. Please note, for all courses in 2024 onwards, bookings will be taken via Craft Courses. The link for each course is below the listing. We offer a 10% sibling discount, to book for more than one child per session, please ensure you choose the correct ticket option at the booking stage.
JANUARY 2025
Design and Make a Tote Bag
Ages 8 -16 years
Saturday 11th January 2025
9.30am - 12.30pm
£25
Burnby Hall Community Centre, Pocklington
A fantastic opportunity for children to learn how to sew and make a personalised tote bag. In this exciting session, we show children how to safely use a sewing machine to use seams and hems to make a fantastic bag. They will also get the opportunity to choose from lots of fabrics, trimmings and patches to personalise their creation. All materials and equipment provided.
Session led by a a qualified teacher. Thread and Press CIC are ERMOS registered. Please note, this is a 'drop and leave' session. However, if you feel that your child would benefit if you stayed for some or all of the session, that will be fine too.
Please bring your own snack/drinks (no nuts please). Booking essential.
The link below will take you to Craft Courses website for booking
FEBRUARY 2025
Dressmaking for Children: Sew and Make Baggy Pyjama Bottoms
Ages 10 - 16 years
Saturday 8th February 2025
9am - 12 noon
£30
Allerthorpe Village Hall
A fantastic opportunity for children to learn how to sew and make their own clothes! In this exciting session we show children how to upcycle a duvet cover into a pair of comfy pyjama bottoms! A great way to learn about creative reuse and sustainability. As well as learning a practical skill at the start of their sewing journey.
In this session children will learn how to cut from a pattern, make hems and seams, and add an elasticated waist! They will learn how to use a sewing machine safely and measure and make their trousers fit. No sewing experience required. Threads, patterns, trimmings, basic equipment and sewing machines provided. Please send your child with a duvet cover (single size or larger). We have limited ironing space, so please send this with them ironed and ready to use. An all-over pattern or a stripe or plain works well. Please avoid single/large motif designs. Cotton or polyester/cotton mix will be best for pyjamas. Please avoid any satin or shiny fabrics as they can be difficult for children to sew. We will always bring spares just in case! If you are unsure, please feel free to contact us.
We will contact you after booking to check the pattern size required so we can have this ready (you will need to so a simple measurement of your child)
Session led by a a qualified teacher. Thread and Press CIC are ERMOS registered. Please note, this is a 'drop and leave' session. However, if you feel that your child would benefit if you stayed for some or all of the session, that will be fine too.
Please bring your own snack/drinks (no nuts please). Booking essential.
SESSION FULL
FEBRUARY 2025
Learn to Draw a Face
Wednesday 19th February 2025 HALF TERM
Ages 7 - 10 years - 10am - 11.15am
Ages 11-16 years - 11.30am - 1pm
£5
Pocklington Arts Centre
A wonderful opportunity for children to learn how to draw a face. Be inspired by Holly's portrait exhibition on display in the studio at Pocklington Arts Centre to create your own wonderful face drawing.
Learn how to draw in proportion and use shading and tone to make a realistic face drawing. You'll be amazed at what they can achieve in these sessions.
Parents are welcome to stay and join in with our younger children's session if they wish. No experience required.
Session led by a a qualified teacher. Thread and Press CIC are ERMOS registered. Please note, this is a 'drop and leave' session. However, if you feel that your child would benefit if you stayed for some or all of the session, that will be fine too.
Please bring your own snack/drinks (no nuts please). Booking essential.
The link below will take you to the Craft Courses website to book
Book for Ages 7 - 10 years:
Book for Ages 11 - 16 years:
Places will be strictly limited. We do offer a waiting list if sessions are full, to be added to a waiting list please email us. You can sign up to our newsletter to be given notification of when cancellation places become available.
