Fresh Start for Autumn

Christine Boyle

Creative Director - Sewing Tutor

This autumn we’re launching a refreshed line-up of sewing courses and workshops designed with you in mind. With smaller groups (just 4 students per class), shorter 5-week courses, and full 6-hour workshops, you’ll enjoy focused, professional training in our bright and inspiring studio — only 23 miles from Belfast. Add to that our in-house sewing machine service and over 25 years of teaching experience, and you’ll see why students love learning with us.

Fresh Start Autumn Is Here

NEW SEWING COURSES & WORKSHOPS

🍂 Autumn is the perfect time for fresh beginnings — and we’ve refreshed our sewing courses and workshops to give you the very best learning experience.

✨ Smaller Groups
Each class is limited to 4 students, so you’ll always have plenty of personal guidance and support.

✨ Focused Courses
Our courses now run over 5 weeks instead of 7 — keeping up momentum while fitting more easily into busy lives.

✨ One-Day Workshops
Workshops are now 6 hours long, giving you time to really focus, learn a new skill, and leave with results you can use straight away.

✨ Expert Guidance
With over 25 years of teaching sewing and 30 years in fashion and costume design, I teach with patience, creativity, and encouragement — helping you build skills and confidence.

💡 Christine's Tip Remember to appreciate those hands. Wiggle the fingers, rotate the wrists, and give yourself a pat on the back. Apply the handcream. Stretch out the shoulders and be mindful of your posture. Its easy to slump when sewing, adding to back pain. Take breaks in your sewing time.

WHAT TO EXPECT AT COLOUR & CLOTH

✨ A Studio Designed With You in Mind
Learning is so much easier in the right environment. Our studio is bright, inspiring, and thoughtfully equipped: every student has their own height-adjustable desk, so whether you prefer to cut standing or sew sitting, you’ll be comfortable throughout the day. We’re centrally located in N,Ireland, making it easy to reach us for a day of sewing and creativity.

✨ Extra Support
We also provide in-house sewing machine servicing and repair, so you’ll benefit from our knowledge of both garment construction and how a machine should perform.

✨ Quality & Value
When you book with us, you’re investing in professional training, an inspiring environment, and real value for your time and money. Many students say they learn more in our classes than from months of trying at home — because here you gain skills the right way, with expert support.

"This time of year the colours of Autumn are visually stimulating, bright vibrant just like beautiful coloured fabrics. "
- CHRISTINE BOYLE, SEWING TUTOR - DIRECTOR COLOUR & CLOTH

YOUR SEWING JOURNEY BEGINS HERE

I’d love to welcome you into the studio. With these new changes, I think you’ll find it an even more enjoyable and supportive experience. 🍁 Spaces are limited — just 4 students per course or workshop — so do book early if you’d like to join us. 🍁 BOOK HERE FOR COURSES BOOK HERE FOR WORKSHOPS Don’t forget, you can also book your sewing machine in for servicing or repairs with us — even if you’re not taking a course. Keeping your machine in top shape makes all the difference when you’re sewing! Read our 161+ ***** Google Reviews

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   Danni 
 
 
 
 Trustindex 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.
  
 
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   Jackie O'Hara 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Excellent service … very fast turn around .. great reception.. Brian cares about sewing machines.
  
 
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   Janet McNamee 
 
 
 
 Trustindex 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.
  
 
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   Elaine Price 
 
 
 
 Trustindex 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 happy
  
 
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   Lucy Johnston 
 
 
 
 Trustindex 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.
  
 
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   Cal Wright 
 
 
 
 Trustindex 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!
  
 
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   Caroline Colgan 
 
 
 
 Trustindex 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 brilliant
  
 
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   Tracey Power 
 
 
 
 Trustindex 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.
  
 
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   John McCord 
 
 
 
 Trustindex 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.
  
 
  
  
 
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