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Inspiring Creative Sewing Across the UK

Home Sewing School workshop room in Cheltenham

Preserving British Textile Tradition

Established in 2018 in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, Home Sewing School was founded by Savile Row trained dressmaker Eleanor Vance with a clear vision: to make high-grade tailoring and sewing craftsmanship accessible to everyone.

Whether you are picking up a needle for the first time or seeking to perfect haute couture jacket fitting, our warm, light-filled studio provides dedicated workstations, modern machinery, and patient expert tuition.

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Meet The Tutors

Passionate Sewing Instructors

Eleanor Vance founder thumbnail Founder & Master Tutor

Eleanor Vance

With over 18 years of Savile Row tailoring experience, Eleanor specializes in structural pattern cutting, corset drafting, and coat construction.

Marcus Thorne tutor thumbnail Operations & Fitting Tutor

Marcus Thorne

Former theatrical costume designer in London's West End, Marcus leads our Clothing Alteration and Pattern Fitting masterclasses.

Dr. Jonas Weber sustainability consultant thumbnail Textile & Sustainability

Dr. Jonas Weber

Textile researcher dedicated to organic fabric sourcing, natural herbal dyeing methods, and zero-waste garment pattern layout.