Laura Rae Craft Co. Teaches Sewing
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Fun, friendly and insightful sewing workshops, masterclasses and courses to suit all skill levels. Like many people, I found sewing in some of my darkest hours.
Based in the Peterborough, Rutland and Lincolnshire community. My mum lent a sewing machine and gently nudged to give it a go whilst recovering from a family trauma - I became instantly addicted. There was something about the creativity married with the mathematics and logic that drew me down its rabbit hole. Desperate to know more, I went to college where I studied sewing technique, garment makin
📸 Share a photo of your current sewing project in the comments and tell us:
* What are you making?
* What pattern are you using (if any)?
* What’s been your biggest challenge so far?
* What sewing win are you celebrating this week?
21/07/2026
Watching Sewing Bee?? I’m just going to leave this here:
https://youtu.be/Rbm7CRfAPYQ?si=F_LksA-6tRm2-Qvr
Pattern Matching Busy Prints | Tracing Method ✂️ Pattern Matching Busy Prints | Using a Tracing Method for Invisi...
19/07/2026
🧵 Quick Sunday Question!
If you had a WHOLE uninterrupted day to sew…
What would you choose?
👗 Finish your current project?
🧥 Start something brand new?
🛍️ Organise your fabric stash?
🛒 Go fabric shopping instead? (That counts as sewing… doesn’t it? 😄)
Mine? I’d probably promise myself I’d organise the fabric… then somehow end up cutting out another project instead!
Tell me yours in the comments—I can’t wait to read them!
Have a wonderful Sunday and happy stitching!
❤️ Laura Rae Craft
🧵 Ask Laura 🪡
What habit improves sewers outcomes?
18/07/2026
✂️ Stitch in the Ditch | An Invisible Finishing Technique
Stitch in the ditch is one of those simple sewing techniques that can make a huge difference to the finish of your garments. By sewing directly into an existing seam line, you can secure layers together with stitches that are almost invisible from the right side of the fabric.
In this tutorial, I'll show you how to stitch in the ditch accurately and confidently, using the technique to secure facings, waistbands, linings, and other garment components while maintaining a clean, professional appearance.
You'll learn:
✅ What stitch in the ditch is and when to use it
✅ Preparing your garment for accurate stitching
✅ Positioning the fabric for the best results
✅ Sewing precisely within the seam line
✅ Techniques for catching the layer underneath without visible stitches
✅ Tips for sewing straight, even lines with confidence
✅ Troubleshooting common problems such as missed sections and wandering stitches
✅ Pressing and finishing for an invisible result
This versatile technique is widely used in dressmaking, tailoring, quilting, and home décor projects whenever you want to secure an internal layer without visible topstitching. Once you've mastered it, you'll find yourself using it throughout your sewing projects for neat, durable, and professional finishes.
Whether you're making garments, adding facings, securing linings, or finishing waistbands, stitch in the ditch is an essential technique that every sewist should have in their repertoire.
Stitch in the Ditch ✂️ Stitch in the Ditch | An Invisible Finishing TechniqueStitch i...
🧵 Understanding Feed Dogs & Stitch Length on Your Sewing Machine 🤯
Ever wondered what really controls how your fabric moves under the needle? It’s all about your machine’s feed dogs, stitch length, and settings—and mastering them can completely transform your sewing results.
In this Reel, I’ll break down how these features work together to give you smoother stitches, better control, and more professional finishes. Once you understand them, you’ll sew with way more confidence! ✂️✨
🎥 Watch until the end and tell me: Which setting do you struggle with the most?
16/07/2026
🌟 Featured Course of the Week 🌟
📐 Pattern Drafting & Design – 5 Day Intensive Course 24 August ✂️
Have you ever wished you could create garments that are truly your own?
Take your sewing beyond commercial patterns and learn the art of pattern drafting and design. This intensive five-day course is perfect for intermediate to experienced garment makers who are ready to design with confidence and create garments that fit beautifully.
During the course you’ll learn how to:
🧵 Draft your own sewing patterns from measurements
📏 Understand the principles behind garment construction
✂️ Adapt and develop your own unique designs
👗 Build the confidence to create garments tailored to your style and fit
📍 Location: Werrington, Peterborough
If you’re ready to unlock a whole new level of creativity in your sewing journey, this course is for you.
👉 Book your place today: https://www.lauraraecraft.com/service-page/pattern-drafting-design-5-day
💛 Find the perfect course, workshop or Sew-cial for you at www.lauraraecraft.com
🧵 Work in Progress Wednesday! 🧵
Let’s see what’s under your sewing machine this week! 👀✨
Share a photo of your current project in the comments and tell us:
🪡 What are you making?
📐 Are you using a pattern? If so, which one?
🎉 What’s one thing you’ve learned while making it?
❤️ What’s your favourite part of the project so far?
I can’t wait to see what everyone’s creating! 🥰
Discover the perfect course or sew-cial for you at www.lauraraecraft.com
14/07/2026
ONE spot remaining on the July 27th week course!
Who's going to grab it?
🧵🪡 Ever wanted to make your own clothes? 👗👔
Now’s your chance! Join Laura’s 5-Day Beginner Garment Making Course and learn the skills to create your own garments from scratch in just one week.
✨ Perfect for complete beginners
📍 Werrington, Peterborough
📅 Starts 27th July 2026
⚠️ Only 3 of 8 places remaining!
Book your place today before it’s full:
https://www.lauraraecraft.com/service-page/garment-making-pt-1-beginner-5-day
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