Hands sewing fabric at a sewing machine — Tilly and the Buttons online sewing classes Close-up of hands at a sewing machine — Tilly and the Buttons online sewing workshops

Online sewing classes for every level

From your very first stitch to advanced dressmaking — learn at your own pace, from home

Learn new skills with online sewing classes for every level!

Whether you've never touched a sewing machine or you're ready to tackle more adventurous dressmaking, our online sewing classes are designed to build your skills and your confidence — at your own pace, with zero pressure and no deadlines. Clear, step-by-step video lessons you can watch anytime, as many times as you like, from the comfort of home.

"Tilly is fantastic at explaining the instructions in her videos and keeping them extremely clear and easy to follow. Highly recommend to try her online workshops if you haven’t already, she holds your hand all the way, giving me the confidence to give it a go."

— Judy

"This course was brilliant! I am new to sewing and wanted in-depth easy to understand instructions and this is exactly what I got on the course… I have fallen in love with sewing and discovered my happy place."

— Erica

"I have followed several of Tilly’s workshops. I find them easy to follow and very well done. Tilly explains everything perfectly while at the same time building your confidence that you will be able to succeed. Thank you for inspiring me."

— Emily R.

"A clear and informative workshop which is detailed without being overwhelming. It’s a fabulous resource for me to return to again and again. I love the video format and this is the second one I have subscribed to. Thank you!"

— Sandra

"This is a fantastic workshop! I learned a lot of things about my machine, I would have never realised if I hadn't watched this. Great tips, and an excellent resource for the future!"

— Helen

"Tilly's calm approach takes you through everything you need to learn... If your want to repeat/refresh any aspect of the course, it is such a benefit that once purchased, you can access it at any time. I feel TATB really understand the needs of their customers - highly recommended."

— Jill

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about our online workshops

After purchasing your workshop, you’ll receive an email separate to your order confirmation with instructions on how to access your course.

If you can’t find it (or it’s vanished into the email abyss), just follow these steps:

  1. Head to www.tillyandthebuttonsworkshops.com and select 'Login' at the top right
  2. Click “Forgot your password?”
  3. Enter the email address you used at checkout
  4. Click “Get New Password” and check your inbox
  5. Follow the link to set your password and you’re in

Once logged in, you can start your workshop anytime.

That’s completely up to you! Our workshops are designed to fit around real life.

Lessons are broken down into manageable, bite-sized chunks, so you can dip in and out whenever it suits you. Most videos are between 3 and 13 minutes long, and each workshop also includes written guidance and downloadable checklists to support your learning.

There’s no rush - take it at your own pace.

Nope! There’s no deadline at all.

Once you’ve purchased a workshop, you can revisit the lessons whenever you like. Rewatching is encouraged - learning new sewing skills takes practice, and we’re here for the long haul.

Our online workshops are structured, in-depth sewing classes, featuring expert teachers, designed to guide you step by step through a specific skill or project.

Each workshop includes:

  • Clear, focused video lessons
  • Extra written tuition
  • Downloadable resources to support your learning

Tilly Walnes has over a decade’s experience designing training courses. She used those skills to develop our trusted workshops, to equip you with all the tips and tricks you need to make your own clothes!

Yes - workshops make a brilliant gift for sewists!

The easiest way is to purchase a workshop gift voucher for the value of the workshop you want to choose. The recipient can then use it to book their workshop whenever they’re ready to get started.

We’re happy to offer a refund or exchange within 14 days of purchase, as long as you haven’t signed in to the course platform.

(Unfortunately, digital products can’t be “returned” once accessed.)

For full details, please see our returns policy under “Returning digital products.”

We’ve got answers! Send us an email and we’ll be glad to help.