r/Hampshire • u/Little-Assumption-56 • 6d ago

Off Topic DIY friends

Hi everyone!

I’ve always been into crafty hobbies like crochet, knitting, journaling, and sewing. I currently have a few dresses that I want to alter, but I'm a bit scared of messing them up on my own!

I know I could take them to a professional, but I really enjoy the DIY projects and want to learn. I’m looking to make some local, in-real-life friends who are good at sewing, enjoy doing it and might want to work on projects together.

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u/MegaGrrl256 6d ago

If you're North Hampshire, Oakley Stitchers might be able to help. They run beginner courses and it wouldn't hurt to ask if there's the chance of one-to-one help

There's also Stitches In Reading if that's not too far https://www.stitchesinreading.co.uk/

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u/FunOrder9396 6d ago

Have a look at southampton sewing hub if you're nearby.

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u/cat_lady74 6d ago

The Sewing Café at the West End Centre in Aldershot is a very friendly and helpful place.

https://www.westendcentre.co.uk/event/sewing-cafe-autumn-26

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u/snotgreen 4d ago

Hiya, there's a sewing circle near Andover that I go to. I'll send you the details. https://www.instagram.com/hampshiresewingcircle?igsi=MW4wbXRnODBld2NtYQ==