{"product_id":"beginners-guide-to-making-soft-toys","title":"Beginners Guide to Making Soft Toys","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Beginner’s Guide to Making Soft Toys\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eFriendly, fun, and perfect for first‑timers\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiscover the joy of creating your own soft toy – no experience needed!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Is This Workshop About?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis hands‑on workshop introduces you to the basics of making simple soft toys using fabric, stuffing, and basic sewing techniques. You’ll learn step by step, in a relaxed and supportive environment. By the end of the session, you’ll take home your very own handmade soft toy – plus the confidence to keep sewing at home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho Is It For?\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete beginners.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone curious about sewing or crafts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdults and young people (recommended age: 12+).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo previous sewing experience required. If you can thread a needle (or would like help learning!), you’re in the right place.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat You’ll Learn\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring the workshop, we’ll cover:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoosing safe and suitable fabrics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsing basic sewing tools\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimple hand‑stitching techniques\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFollowing an easy soft‑toy pattern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStuffing and shaping your toy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinishing touches and decoration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEverything is explained clearly and demonstrated step by step.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat’s Included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🧵 All materials provided ✂️ Fabric, thread, stuffing, and patterns 🪡 Needles and tools 📄 A simple take‑home guide to keep practising You’re welcome to bring your own fabric if you have something special you’d like to use. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat to Expect on the Day\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA friendly, relaxed atmosphere\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall group sizes with plenty of support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStep‑by‑step guidance at an easy pace\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTime to ask questions and get help\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo pressure, no perfection – just learning and enjoying the process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Try Soft Toy Making?\u003c\/strong\u003e ✨ Learn a new creative skill ✨ Boost confidence and wellbeing ✨ Make thoughtful handmade gifts ✨ Enjoy mindful, screen‑free time Sewing is a wonderful way to slow down and create something meaningful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat to Bring\u003c\/strong\u003e ✔️ Reading glasses (if you use them) ✔️ Enthusiasm and curiosity ✔️ Optional: your own fabric or decorations Everything else is provided.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you would like a refresher on using a sewing machine, we suggest doing our Beginners Guide to Sewing Machine workshop before this workshop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis workshop takes place in our Sewing School. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe have brand new Janome sewing machines for you to use, plus all the other tools, equipment and sewing 'notions'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRefreshments will be provided throughout the workshop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe have sewing machines you can use, but if you prefer to bring your own you are very welcome to.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e10th June 2026 6-8.30pm £35\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e9th September 2026 6-8.30pm £35\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis workshop takes place upstairs in our new sewing school and I'm afraid we do not have a lift.  We do have a toilet and refreshment station upstairs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-6661\" src=\"https:\/\/felixtabitha.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Working-together-with-Janome-Red-Block-1024x515.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"825\" height=\"415\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Felix Tabitha","offers":[{"title":"10th June","offer_id":57141366423934,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"9th September","offer_id":57141366456702,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0993\/4811\/9934\/files\/1da68749-2026-Workshops-31.png?v=1773922400","url":"https:\/\/felixtabitha.com\/products\/beginners-guide-to-making-soft-toys","provider":"Felix Tabitha","version":"1.0","type":"link"}