Engaging in practical creative workshops has always been a passion of mine, and I recently had the opportunity to explore the art of millinery at Central Saint Martins in London. The Millinery Workshop Short Course, expertly led by the talented milliner Judy Bentinck, offered a unique experience that combined technique, creativity, and a deep appreciation for hat-making.

Nicki Miles - surface pattern designer - learns how to sew a dress at a beginners dressmaking class, using the Tilly and the Buttons Lotta dress pattern.

Earlier this year a friend and I signed up for a beginners dressmaking class. Ever since I started designing surface pattern designs I have dreamt of wearing a dress made from one of my very own fabric designs…