The Lorna Knight Sewing Academy

03/11/2026

I’ve enjoyed my afternoon with some students who wanted to learn more about their sewing machines.
We were all so busy I didn’t get a chance to take pictures of everyone working so here‘s one of some of the samples we made:
Appliqué
Buttonholes
Blind hemming
Patchwork piecing

03/11/2026

Join us at our Bradnop studio on Friday 27th November.

Want to see how easy overlocking can be?

We’re holding a baby lock open day at The Lorna Knight Sewing Academy on Friday 27 November, 10am to 3pm. A baby lock expert will be there all day for live demonstrations and to answer your questions.

Whether you’re new to overlocking or refining your skills, a baby lock expert will be on hand all day with live demonstrations, friendly advice and personal tips.

📍The Lorna Knight Sewing Academy, Ashbourne Road, Bradnop, ST13 7NX

Full details on the event in the comments below.

29/10/2026

New mini workshop added to the programme

Overlocker Project - Make a Chiffon Scarf
Wednesday 25th November 10am to 11am (£15)
Come and see how easy it is to make a chiffon scarf using a Baby Lock overlocker and a rolled hem to neaten the edges. With a choice of materials included in the fee, everything will be ready for you to stitch. Perfect for overlocker novices or anyone who wants to see how easy these amazing machines are to use.

28/10/2026

Half term sewing class
Here are some super patchwork cushions made by my young students this morning.

27/10/2026

Some lovely new Stof fabrics arrived today!
Come and have a look!

26/10/2026

Looking for a new sewing machine?
There are lots of Brother offers in the run up to Christmas.

26/10/2026

I had some amazing students on Saturday who came along to learn some sewing basics. Not only were they good company they asked some great questions and were really keen to get creative. I’m looking forward to seeing what they make with their new skills.
More of these sessions will be added next year.

17/10/2026

Thank you to all the visitors who called in to our open day today.

16/10/2026

We are set up and ready to welcome our visitors to our Brother open day tomorrow (17th October).
Call in for tea, cake and special offers between 10am and 4pm.

11/10/2026

Sewing Machine Open Day
Come and see what's new from Brother Sewing Craft UK and Ireland with demonstrations and a chance to ask questions about the full range of machines.
Drop in to our Staffordshire studio (ST13 7NX) between 10am and 4pm on Saturday 17th October.
Tea, coffee and special offers.