Want to Learn to Sew?

You’re in the right place!

Whether you're a complete beginner or picking up your sewing mojo again, we’ll help you start stitching with confidence – from home!

With our easy-to-follow online workshops and stylish, easy-to-use sewing patterns, you’ll be creating your own clothes in no time – with guidance every step of the way.

No Experience Needed
Learn to Sew with Online workshops

Get a front row seat in the class with online sewing lessons you can watch from home whenever you like, as many times as you like, with no deadlines.

It’s like having a sewing teacher in your pocket!

  • Clear video lessons to watch on repeat
  • Learn at your own pace, from anywhere
  • No jargon, just friendly encouragement
  • Make your first wearable garment and learn skills you'll use again & again!

Taught by best-selling author & pattern designer Tilly Walnes (seen on The Great British Sewing Bee!)

WHAT MAKERS ARE SAYING

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

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

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!

Jude

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.

Sandra

Why choose Tilly and the Buttons sewing patterns?

We make sewing fun, accessible, and rewarding - even if you’ve never touched a sewing machine before.

Tilly and the Buttons is here to cheer you on with:

  • Beginner-friendly patterns with step-by-step photos and jargon-free instructions 

  • Stylish, wearable designs with variations to suit your unique style 

  • Inclusive sizing with many designs available in 15 sizes, from UK 6-34

  • Sustainably made in the UK with FSC-certified paper and vegetable inks 

  • Durable patterns printed on thick paper - no tissue tears! 

  • Extra support with free tutorials on our popular sewing blog

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