Last Sunday I was invited to enjoy an afternoon of sewing at the new Islington branch of Lisa Comfort’s Sew Over It. Door to door, this place is a 43-minute journey from my home, so there was no doubt that I was going to pop by.
On a quiet Islington street, and only a short walk from a pub that looks perfect for after-sewing meet-ups, the new store is painted an unmissable purple. As dusk fell, the place became disgustingly pretty.
Several of Lisa’s patterns are available to stroke as they stand on mannequins. I was particularly impressed by the Joan dress (available with classes) and I bought a copy of the Pussy Bow Blouse.
There is a nice selection of fabrics and notions here. But my favourite feature is the teaching space, overlooked by this huge, Dickensian window. I understand that with space at a premium, many London shops are obliged to hold their classes in a converted basement. But I do like to see natural light. It’s hard to go below ground for a lesson, especially in the summer.
Which is lucky, because I’ve already signed up for the Ultimate Trouser class at this store. Will I see you there?
You bought the pussy bow blouse?! Excellent choice!!! And great that you are going to get ultimate with your trousers!
Oh, that does look like a lovely sewing space.
The projects you’ve done in the part are quite advanced, I expect to see you teaching a class soon!
Thanks for the post, it’s good to hear about new classes and independent schools.
Isn’t the world of Blogs a small place, you and Lauren are some of my very most favorites and now you will actually meet and I (an expat from the U.S.)will be reading it in the land of Aus. Amazing!
Only wish I could be with you.
That looks like a heavenly way to spend a Sunday afternoon, it’s great to see places like that opening up now, sewing & social. The Joan dress and pussy bow blouse may have to go on my wish list.
I’m so excited Sew Over It is in North London as Clapham is a slog for us north of the river. Looking forward to sending my hard earned pennies here. Their courses look great and I love their patterns. Good luck with your course.
ooh its a beautiful shop. 🙂 Day dreaming . Thanks for sharing. Wished I lived around there.
I’ve been considering the trousers class too – which date are you going on please (I may be tempted to join you ;)!)?