Welcome to Stitch Bridgend Sewing School
Hello and a big warm welcome! I’m Gemma, the tutor behind Stitch Bridgend. I’m a professional dancer turned seamstress and have been sewing and teaching full-time for nearly 18 years. What began as one small class of local mums has grown into a thriving sewing school with over 12,500 students in 2025, offering weekly classes, intensive courses, and online tuition. My mission is simple: to show people just how easy, affordable, and fun sewing can be while building friendships along the way.
A Little About Me
I was lucky enough to be shortlisted for the very first BBC Great British Sewing Bee, and over the years my work has been featured in Made by Rae, Homemaker Magazine, Love Quilting, The Buddy Magazine, and many more. Now, through Stitch Bridgend, I’m proud to teach people of all ages and backgrounds, helping them discover the joy of sewing in a supportive, friendly environment.
Classes & Sessions
We welcome all skill levels — from complete beginners to confident stitchers.
🧵 Tuesday Evenings – The Pheasant Function Room, Pen-y-Fai
🧵Wednesday / Thursday Daytime & Evening One-to-One Sessions – Stitch Studio, Brackla
🧵 Sunday Afternoons & Evenings – Pen-y-Fai Scout Hall ✨
One-to-one sewing sessions are also available to book online.
We’re especially proud of our Children’s & Teen Clubs, which are run as not-for-profit:
Stitch Bridgend Children’s Sewing Club : Ages 4–10.
Stitch Bridgend Teen Club: Ages 11–16.
Adult classes are for ages 16+.
Please bring your own sewing machine — or hire one from us if needed.
Sewing in 2025
Sewing today is vibrant, modern, and social. With instant PDF patterns, YouTube tutorials, and shows like The Great British Sewing Bee, sewing has never been more accessible. Gone are the days of brown paisley curtains and school peg bags ... today’s sewing is filled with beautiful fabrics, inspiring designs, up cycling projects, and endless creativity.
Our Promise
At Stitch Bridgend you’ll always find: ✨ Informal, relaxed, and modern classes ✨ A professional, experienced, and fully insured tutor ✨ Affordable and accessible sessions for everyone ✨ A welcoming, friendly “Stitch Family” atmosphere.
Come and join us — whether you’re here to learn a new skill, spark a creative hobby, or make new friends, you’ll always be part of the Stitch Bridgend community. 💛
Stitch Bridgend – Sewing School with Gemma Stitch Learn · Create · Belong About Stitch Bridgend Founded by Gemma Stitch, a seamstress with nearly 20 years of experience, Stitch Bridgend is more than a sewing school – it’s a creative community. With over 7,500 active students ranging from ages 4 to 89, the school has helped people across South Wales (and beyond, through online classes) discover the joy of sewing. Gemma’s warm, modern teaching style makes sewing accessible, affordable, and fun – whether you’re picking up a needle for the first time or refining advanced dressmaking skills. Classes & Workshops Beginner Workshops Master your sewing machine, threading, and essential stitches in a relaxed, hands-on environment. Dressmaking & Fashion Sewing Learn to sew garments that fit beautifully – from simple skirts to tailored pieces. Children & Teen Classes Creative and confidence-building, including the unique Sewing Machine Driver’s Licence for young learners. Quilting & Patchwork Discover the art of colour, pattern, and precision with fun, achievable quilting projects. 1-to-1 Sessions & Online Learning Personalised tuition and flexible online courses for students who prefer learning at their own pace. About Gemma Shortlisted for the original Great British Sewing Bee Featured in Made By Rae, Homemaker Magazine, Love Quilting, and Hobbycraft Passionate about making sewing inclusive and confidence-boosting Known for a relaxed, friendly teaching style where mistakes are part of the journey What Students Say “Gemma made me feel confident on the sewing machine after just one class!” – Beginner Student, 2024 “The kids’ sewing club is brilliant – my daughter can’t wait to go every week.” – Parent, Bridgend Location & Contact Based in Bridgend, South Wales www.stitchbridgend.co.uk info@stitchbridgend.co.uk Facebook / Instagram: @StitchBridgend At Stitch Bridgend, it’s not just about sewing basics – it’s about sewing confidence, friendships, and creativity.
Stitch Bridgend offers a wide range of creative workshops and classes in Bridgend, South Wales. We specialise in beginner sewing lessons, dressmaking classes, quilting courses, and children’s sewing clubs, welcoming students of all ages and abilities. Our sewing workshops in Bridgend are designed to be modern, relaxed, and community-focused, helping you to learn new skills in a supportive environment.
Alongside sewing and dressmaking, we also host seasonal floristry classes in Pen-y-Fai woodland. These include beginner-friendly flower pressing workshops, dried flower frame making, and our popular Christmas wreath making classes. Using locally grown, sustainable flowers, our woodland workshops create a cosy, calming experience complete with fairy lights, candles, and warm drinks — perfect for mindfulness and creativity.
If you are searching for sewing classes in Bridgend, quilting courses in South Wales, kids’ sewing clubs, or Christmas wreath workshops near Bridgend, Stitch Bridgend provides a unique, welcoming space to learn, create, and belong.