About HeatherMakes
About Me
HeatherMakes is all about handsewn items.
I was shown how to use a sewing machine a few years ago. Since then I have taught myself to make and create a variety of products.
These are just some of the things I make:-
Memory Bears
Memory pillows
Memory quilts
Soft toys
Quilts
Tote/craft bags
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Sew A Softie
Teaching Children's sewing class
Teaching Children's sewing class
Global Sewing party hosted by myself at Omagh Integrated Primary School. The Global sewing Party was organised by Coloured buttons
My 11 year old daughter, Katie and I taught her classmates to sew! this was a Global swing Party. See Newspaper Write ups for full details. It really was the most amazing experience!
Katie, is a Sewing Ambassador for #sewasoftie
Teaching Children's sewing class
Teaching Children's sewing class
Teaching Children's sewing class
At my children's secondary school I have started a sewing class. The children are really excited and learning fast. Fingers crossed that this is a success.
Community Quilting Class
Teaching Children's sewing class
Community Quilting Class
Teaching a group of ladies to use a sewing machine whilst also teaching them quilting! great fun, a chill out and socialising! Great for the mental health!
Teaching Sewing
A few years ago I went on a one day course and was taught how to use a sewing machine.
Over the years of machine sewing, I have built up my skills and confidence. Other than being taught how to use a sewing machine I have taught myself all that I know. Since sewing seems to be coming back 'into fashion' people are now wanting to learn.
The past few weeks I prepped and have taught a number of ladies how to machine quilt. So far we have a good three quarters of a quilt top ready to be sewn together (photo below) This project is for a community centre and the quilt will be hanging proudly on the wall for all to see!
Not only have the ladies learnt a new skill but we all have had lots of laughs too. I am a firm believer that sewing is therapeutic.
I am also teaching sewing at a local school. My aim for the children to be able to make their own quilts, cushions etc. I think they will enjoy the handmade crafts teaching. Arts and crafts seem to be more popular than they were.
Maybe one day I can start my own sewing school. I am really enjoying teaching sewing.
Cara and I doing a sewing demonstration at the An Creagán centre. #Omagh #teachsewing #teachchildrentosew #learntosew
Cross Stitched over the years
Mermaid for Cara
Mermaid for Cara
Mermaid for Cara
Forever Friends
Mermaid for Cara
Mermaid for Cara
Coffee Lover
Mermaid for Cara
For the Teachers
For the Teachers
For the Teachers
For the Teachers
Music Mouse
For the Teachers
Music Mouse
