Beginner to advanced sewing courses and workshops.
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Colour and Cloth – where creativity and sewing fuse together!
Our sewing courses welcome all ages and skill levels, from complete beginners to advanced makers. Whether you’re just starting your sewing journey, or looking to refine your skills, there’s a course for you.
From understanding your sewing machine and learning to use it correctly, to mastering advanced techniques, each course and workshop is tailored to ensure every student benefits from Christine’s inspirational and creative approach to teaching.
Join us and discover the JOY of SEWING! Sewing encourages creativity, builds confidence and gives a wonderful sense of achievement. Saying “I made this myself” is both powerful and rewarding.
‘Practice, be patient and the rewards will be joyful.’
Where will
sewing
take you?
From your very first stitch to a wardrobe you've made yourself — Christine's 6‑week courses take complete beginners somewhere they never imagined they could go.
Where do
I start?
Beginner Sewing

Never touched a sewing machine? Perfect. Christine's beginner course is designed for exactly that moment. Small groups, no rushing, no jargon — just you and your very first make.

How do I
improve?
Intermediate Sewing

You can sew a straight line — now shape it into something beautiful. Darts, waistbands and real garment construction. The techniques that make your makes look genuinely professional.

Where
to next?
Advanced Sewing

Invisible zips, lined jackets, precision tailoring, pattern adaptation. Master the techniques that elevate handmade pieces to a genuinely professional standard.

Is your machine
letting you down?
Service & Repair

Skipping stitches, tension problems, strange noises — Colour & Cloth's repair service covers all makes and models. Full service with online tracking every step of the way.

SEWING IS THERAPY/h2>"Practice, be patient —
the rewards will be joyful."
the rewards will be joyful."
Small groups. Morning & evening sessions. Christine's personal teaching means every student thrives — whatever their starting point.
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BEGINNER Dressmaking & Sewing 6 week COURSE £250
Colour and Cloth Sewing Studio 1 Hillside Crescent, PortadownThe ultimate Beginner course for starting your sewing journey – learn essential sewing skills and alter your own clothes with confidence.
ADVANCED Dressmaking & Tailoring 6 Week COURSE £250
Colour and Cloth Sewing Studio 1 Hillside Crescent, PortadownINTERMEDIATE Dressmaking & Sewing 6 week COURSE £250
Colour and Cloth Sewing Studio 1 Hillside Crescent, PortadownLevel up your skills at our 6 week Intermediate Dressmaking & Sewing Course—Build confidence and master new techniques.
SEWING IS A SUPER POWER - MY STORY
SEWING IS MY SUPERPOWER - MY STORY
Leaderboard now open
The Cutting RoomHow to Sew Quiz
Win the Golden Bobbin.
8 questions. One clock. No second guesses — beat the room's best time and your name climbs the Top 10 board.
Two minutes. Bragging rights: indefinite.

SEWING STUDENTS
Celebrating My Students’ Achievements – Together We Create!
Not Messenger. Not Facebook.
This is The Stitching Circle.
A snip of your project, shared in seconds — with real sewers, not a feed to scroll.
Step into the Circle →Silently sewing together.
EXCELLENT
Based on 174 reviews
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DanniTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
I've just completed a 6 week beginners course with Christine in Colour and Cloth. I had never used a sewing machine before booking the course and was nervous going into it but Christine put me at ease from the very beginning. The course was really enjoyable and the 6 weeks flew in, I learned so much during my time and made a lovely skirt for myself. I would definitely recommend Colour and Cloth to anyone interested in sewing. Christine's knowledge was invaluable and I will definitely be booking another course.Posted on Google![]()
Jackie O'HaraTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Excellent service … very fast turn around .. great reception.. Brian cares about sewing machines.Posted on Google![]()
Janet McNameeTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Left two sewing machines in with Brian for repair/servicing. His knowledge and attention to detail was very reassuring. Both machines are now working perfectly. I would thoroughly recommend.Posted on Google![]()
Elaine PriceTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
What lovely people to deal with. I left in my sewing machine to be serviced. My machine is an older singer model. Im so happy that Brian was able to do a good job servcing it and sort out its problems within the mechanism. Also lots of great advice. Great job. Thank you. Very happyPosted on Google![]()
Lucy JohnstonTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Contacted Brian to book in my Pfaff machine for repair. He got back to me almost immediately and had it fixed within 48 hours. An excellent job and customer service. Brian and Christine are such a lovely couple and it was a pleasure to meet them. I'll definitely use the service again.Posted on Google![]()
Cal WrightTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
This was such a wonderful experience! The skills and knowledge I have taken away will propel any future creations immensely. I’ll never look at the Sewing Bee in the same light! I honestly believe these are life skills, honed and taught in the most easily understood way by Christine… such an honestly beautiful person who truly has the patience of a saint. These past 6 weeks will stay with me a lifetime… tho I do hope to complete another course at some stage again. Highly recommend to anyone with no or a lot of sewing skill or knowledge. You will thoroughly love it! Fabulous!!! Also had my sewing machine given the once over… cleaned and serviced… by Brian - again, highly recommend! My sewing machine now runs so smoothly, with an excellent timely turnaround. Thank you both of you!Posted on Google![]()
Caroline ColganTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
I had such a lovely time with Christine. She helped me on a mission to adjust and repair jeans I had been looking to have fixed for a long time. Christine's advice was incredible and I went home and completed the adjustments. I also bought a fabulous sewing machine which has been brilliantPosted on Google![]()
Tracey PowerTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
I recently completed a 6 week programme with Christine in Colour and Cloth. I learnt so many skills that I thought I would not have been capable of. Christine is highly skilled and professional in all things sewing. She is very patient and takes time with all her students. I really enjoyed the classes. I would highly recommend Colour and Cloth to anyone who wants to learn sewing. Christine is the best there is in this industry. Tracey Power.Posted on Google![]()
John McCordTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Just finished the Deginners Sewing course with Christine at Colour &Cloth and I have to say, it was a great experience. A small cosy class and fantastic hands-on instruction for everyone...have already signed up for the Intermediate course.Verified by TrustindexTrustindex verified badge is the Universal Symbol of Trust. Only the greatest companies can get the verified badge who has a review score above 4.5, based on customer reviews over the past 12 months. Read more




