Overlocking, Cover Stitching, Sashiko, Embellishing? -
just be creative at the baby lock Academy!

In our new training rooms at Sywell Aerodrome, Northants, we will show you what you can do with an overlock, cover stitch, Sashiko or Embellishing machine. 

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You will be amazed at the talents that lie dormant in you and your machine. We will awaken them together!
We offer beginners the entry into the world of textile machinery. This includes getting to know your machine, the various stitches and where to use them.

Advanced users not only have the opportunity to learn more about their machines, but will also get to know the diverse special accessories of the individual machines and learn and try out the various possible uses. In small groups and a pleasant atmosphere, we work out small projects with you and you can apply new and already familiar things step by step.
The variety of the baby lock machine program makes it possible that you do not have to limit yourself to your machine. Maybe you would like to try something "different". If necessary, we can provide you with a loan machine.
If you do not yet own a baby lock machine, we are happy to help and advise you.

 Coffee and tea will be provided. A restaurant is nearby, or you could bring a packed lunch. For those who have a long journey and want to stay nearby, we are happy to advise on local accommodation. There is a rather lovely hotel on site.

Bring your own machine

Bring your baby on holiday with you! We can advise on the best way to keep her (him?) fit, healthy and squeaky clean whilst you are with us. You will also have the chance to see the accessories available for your chosen model. If you have a discontinued model; not a problem. They are workhorses and still capable of a hard day’s work when they are vintage. 

Baby lock voucher

If you have a generous family member or friend wanting to find a suitable gift, we can offer vouchers towards the Academy training to the value of £20 and upwards.
 

Cancellation Policy

Anyone forced to cancel over 2 weeks before the course will be able to claim a full refund, or arrange an alternative course. No refunds less than 14 days prior.

Obviously, all courses will have to comply with the Government’s recommendations regarding Covid. Any forced cancellations will be postponed to an acceptable date

Course programme 2024

23/01/202424/01/2024
Get to know your baby lock combination machine 23rd - 24th January 2024
Deadline:
15/01/2024
Course fee:
£150
Attendance:
Sorry Full
Course guidance:
Jan
Course content:

We will cover the various stitches achievable on the serger side of your machine, basic garment construction, decorative stitching, troubleshooting and then Cover Stitch options.

Open to all baby lock combination overlock and cover stitch machines: Gloria, Ovation, Desire3, Evolution, Evolve Wave and Evolve.

We'd love you to bring your own baby lock machine with you. Should this prove difficult, please let us know. We may be able to supply a loan machine.

The course starts both days at 10 am and ends at 4 pm. Tea and coffee will be provided. A restaurant is on site, or brings a packed lunch.

For reasonably priced onsite accommodation, in a lovely Art Deco hotel, go to https://www.aviatorhotel.co.uk/

Fully booked.

Unfortunately, there are no vacancies anymore.

25/01/2024
Raglan Sweatshirt 25th January 2024
Deadline:
15/01/2024
Course fee:
£75
Attendance:
Only 4 places left
Course guidance:
Jan
Course content:

Raglan Sweatshirt: end your intensive combination machine workshop by putting your gained knowledge to effect in garment construction. We will be overlocking, topstitching, adding neckbands and cuffs in order to produce a finished garment. Please state Small, Medium, Large or XL when you book.

We'd love you to bring your own baby lock machine with you. Should this prove difficult, please let us know. We may be able to supply a loan machine.

The course starts both days at 10 am and ends at 4 pm. Tea and coffee will be provided. A restaurant is on site, or brings a packed lunch.

For reasonably priced onsite accommodation, in a lovely Art Deco hotel, go to  https://www.aviatorhotel.co.uk/

06/02/2024
Get to know your baby lock overlocker 6th February 2024
Deadline:
29/01/2024
Course fee:
£75
Attendance:
Only 5 places left
Course guidance:
Jan
Course content:

Open to all 4 thread baby lock Jet Air machines. Learn the various stitches that your machine can achieve, and where to use them. Practice the wonders of rolled hems, flatlocks and many more. Achieve mastery of the mysterious Differential Feed.

We'd love you to bring your own baby lock machine with you. Should this prove difficult, please let us know. We may be able to supply a loan machine.

Courses start at 10am & end at 4pm Tea and coffee will be provided.

A restaurant is on site, or brings a packed lunch. There is a great hotel on site, click here to book   https://www.aviatorhotel.co.uk/

07/02/2024
Fabulous Feet, get to know all the feet and accessories for your overlock machine 7th February 2024
Deadline:
29/01/2024
Course fee:
£75
Attendance:
6
Course guidance:
Jan
Course content:

Please Note: This course is for users of overlock machines only

Now you have purchased your baby lock machine, join us for a day exploring the range of feet and accessories available. All designed to work perfectly with your baby lock! Expert tutors Jan and Katy will guide you through how to use them and offer 'top tips' to help you get the most from each.

The day will cover the different feet available to enhance your overlocking

We'd love you to bring your own baby lock machine with you. Should this prove difficult, please let us know. We may be able to supply a loan machine.

The course starts at 10am and ends at 4pm. Tea and coffee will be provided.

A restaurant is on site, or brings a packed lunch. For reasonably priced onsite accommodation, in a lovely Art Deco hotel, go to  https://www.aviatorhotel.co.uk  / to book your room.

08/02/2024
Get to know your baby lock Embellisher 8th February 2024
Deadline:
29/01/2024
Course fee:
£75
Attendance:
Only 4 places left
Course guidance:
Jan
Course content:

Be inspired by different ways to get the most from your embellisher! Learn a variety of different applications, hopefully enabling you to create your own artistic masterpieces!

Open to all baby lock 7 or 12 needle embellisher owners.

We'd love you to bring your own baby lock machine with you. Should this prove difficult, please let us know. We may be able to supply a loan machine.

The course starts both days at 10 am and ends at 4 pm. Tea and coffee will be provided. A restaurant is on site, or brings a packed lunch.

For reasonably priced onsite accommodation, in a lovely Art Deco hotel, go to  https://www.aviatorhotel.co.uk/

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