Community

It’s great to sew, but often you will want
to sew in the company of others.

At GillyMac Designs, there is an uplifting community of fellow sewists who meet regularly in classes and online. Our Facebook and Instagram pages contain the latest projects, tips and sewing ideas. In addition, if you take part in a GillyMac Class, have been to one of her talks or have taken part in an online challenge, then you will be able to join the GillyMac Club on Facebook. This is a closed group where there are regular Sew-a-longs, demonstrations, ideas, and patterns, and even more importantly, you will get to meet and stay in touch with fellow sewing enthusiasts online.

Below are some of the latest pictures from our super active and very friendly GillyMac Sewing Community.

The sewing classes at GillyMac Designs include patchwork, quilting, dressmaking, bag making, and homewares. Similarly, the children and teen classes make amazing items for others and themselves and also enter (and win) national competitions.

Once you have attended class you will be invited to join the uplifting online GillyMac Club where you can learn more from me and take part in any sewalongs and demonstrations.

GillyMac Designs

3 days ago

GillyMac Designs
Some of you already know that I’m now a Grandma — and it’s all very exciting! 💛Last weekend, I chatted with a group of quilters about the joy of making things for others. Making brings me so much pleasure, and knowing someone loves it makes it even sweeter. My daughter and grandson both loved the little outfits I made for him, so that’s happiness squared! 🧵✨I made these using my Janome overlocker and CoverPro 3000 with a binding attachment. I absolutely love my CoverPro — and the attachment made adding binding to these tiny garments a breeze.I added the poppers afterwards using my Green Machine — another fabulous investment!Little outfits, lots of love, and one very happy Grandma. 💛Pattern: Babygrow by Two Stitches Patterns#gillymacdesigns #gillymac #babygrow #twostitchespatterns #janomeuk #janome #janomemakes #thetrimmingshop #greenmachine ...

Photo

View on Facebook (opens in a new tab)
·

Share on Facebook (opens in a new tab) Share on Twitter (opens in a new tab) Share on LinkedIn (opens in a new tab) Share by Email (opens in a new tab)

GillyMac Designs

4 days ago

GillyMac Designs
On 30th and 31st October, I will give a talk and run two workshops at Stitching 4 All at the Bath & West Showground. Workshop tickets are selling quickly, so if you would like to attend, please book soon.You can find links to my classes on the Stitching 4 All website. www.craft4crafters.co.uk/autumn-stitch-show-somerset#gillymacdesigns #gillymac #craft4crafters #stitching4all #easysewingworkshops #learnsomethingnew ...

Photo

View on Facebook (opens in a new tab)
·

Share on Facebook (opens in a new tab) Share on Twitter (opens in a new tab) Share on LinkedIn (opens in a new tab) Share by Email (opens in a new tab)

GillyMac Designs

5 days ago

GillyMac Designs
A quick whip back to the Summer when Ella from my GCSE class created this wonderful piece, called Prom 26, for the Festival of Quilt. Ella tie-dyed the background and overprinted it with a thermofax screen made using her own handwriting. She also used Angelina Fibres for the glitter ball, buttons for the bracelets, and crystals for the streamers, along with traditional raw-edge appliqué for the hands. This piece was shortlisted. Well done, SuperStar Ella !! #gillymac #gillymacdesigns #teensewing #embellishment #thermofax #tiedye #festivalofquilts2026 #Shortlisted #janome #janomeuk #janomemakes ...

Photo

View on Facebook (opens in a new tab)
·

Share on Facebook (opens in a new tab) Share on Twitter (opens in a new tab) Share on LinkedIn (opens in a new tab) Share by Email (opens in a new tab)

GillyMac Designs

6 days ago

GillyMac Designs
Our weekend tote bag class was fabulous, with wonderful results all round! 🧵✨There’s something so mindful about sewing: spending an afternoon focusing on the little details, then seeing them come together into something you’ve made yourself. A lovely way to slow down, get creative and leave feeling good! 💛The next class making bags like this is in February. Why not have a go! www.gillymacdesigns.com/product/bag-making-workshop-wool-wax-tote-minimalist-wallet/#gillymacdesigns #gillymac #bagmaking #confidencebuilding #janome #janomeuk #janomemakes ...

Photo

View on Facebook (opens in a new tab)
·

Share on Facebook (opens in a new tab) Share on Twitter (opens in a new tab) Share on LinkedIn (opens in a new tab) Share by Email (opens in a new tab)

GillyMac Designs

1 week ago

GillyMac Designs
A gorgeous new bag, a friendly day of sewing and homemade cake… fancy joining me? 🧵👜🍰Make your own Noodlehead Oxbow Tote in a day at one of my relaxed, friendly classes in Maidenhead, Berkshire. Choose the Regular size for everyday adventures or the roomy Overnight version for weekends away! ✨With a secure zip-top, handy front pocket, reinforced base and removable crossbody strap, this is a bag you’ll reach for again and again. I can also guide you through adding a luggage sleeve—perfect for slipping over your suitcase handle. 🧳Make it yours with your favourite fabrics: tweed, denim, canvas or something beautifully quilted. Add a contrasting pocket or a statement strap for a finishing touch that feels like you. 💛You’ll receive your pattern and a helpful interfacing cheat sheet before class, so you can prepare with confidence. On the day, expect plenty of guidance, encouragement and homemade cake!Come along for some creative time and leave with that lovely “I made this!” feeling.📍 Maidenhead, Berkshire💌 Booking Link - www.gillymacdesigns.com/product/oxbow-tote/#GillyMac #OxbowTote #NoodleheadPatterns #BagMaking #SewingClasses #Maidenhead #janome #janomemakes ...

Photo

View on Facebook (opens in a new tab)
·

Share on Facebook (opens in a new tab) Share on Twitter (opens in a new tab) Share on LinkedIn (opens in a new tab) Share by Email (opens in a new tab)