Sew Forest of Dean

Contact name: Jennifer Johnson

98
Total bookings

Rating

(46)

over 5 years
with CraftCourses

Maker's bio

In case we haven’t met before, I’m Jen Johnson and I run Sew Forest of Dean, teaching all aspects of sewing by machine or by hand. I’m also a crazy cat lady, wife to Ed and Mum to identical twins Oscar and Charlie. My workshops and courses take place in my purpose-built garden studio in Clearwell and my aim is very simple – to help get people sewing. My designs have been featured in British Patchwork and Quilting Magazine and I am qualified in Textiles, from Herefordshire Ludlow College.

Courses, kits & gifts

gold award

Coleford

Beginner's Hand Embroidery Workshop

1 day

Next date: 22nd Sep 2025

(1)

£65.00

gold award

Coleford

Beginner's Quilting Day "Wonky Donkey" with Sew Forest of Dean

1 day

Next date: 12th Sep 2025

(12)

£65.00

gold award

Coleford

Dressmaking Techniques

1 day

Next date: 3rd Oct 2025

(2)

£65.00

gold award

Coleford

Fabric books and journals

1 day

Next date: 24th Oct 2025

(2)

£65.00

gold award

Coleford

Free machine embroidery - an introduction

1 day

Next date: 6th Oct 2025

(1)

£65.00

gold award

Coleford

Free Motion Quilting for the Terrified!

1 day

Next date: 30th Jun 2025

(3)

£65.00

gold award

Coleford

Improvisational Quilting

1 day

Next date: 8th Sep 2025

(1)

£65.00

gold award

Coleford

Introduction to Goldwork

1 day

Next date: 1st Dec 2025

£65.00

gold award

Coleford

Learn to Love your Sewing Machine

1 day

Next date: 30th Sep 2025

(12)

£65.00

gold award

Coleford

Nature Inspired Hand Embroidery

1 day

Next date: 14th Nov 2025

(1)

£65.00

gold award

Coleford

Poppy Fields Hand Embroidery Day

1 day

Next date: 7th Nov 2025

£65.00

gold award

Coleford

Quilting and Quilt As You Go

1 day

Next date: 5th Sep 2025

(2)

£65.00

gold award

Online on-demand course

Reversible Tote Bag Pattern PDF Download

1 day

£7.80

gold award

Coleford

Under The Sea Machine Embroidery

1 day

Next date: 26th Sep 2025

£65.00

Recent reviews

All maker's reviews

3 Jun 25'

Sue Turner reviewed: Free Motion Quilting for the Terrified!

"What an excellent day! I learned so much and while I understand that free motion quilting takes lots of time and practice and Jen gave us all the tools we needed to go away and build on what we learned and develop our skills further. Jen also gave us loads of tips and tricks about quilting in general. Thank you! "

Sew Forest of Dean responded:

"Hi Sue, thanks for taking the time to leave a review, very much appreciated. I'm so glad you enjoyed the day and gained a lot from it - your sampler was lovely. Enjoy practising and let me know how you get on! Best wishes, Jen "

11 May 25'

Cindy reviewed: Quilting and Quilt As You Go

"Brilliant day learning how to quilt as you go with Jenny in her lovely sewing studio. The course suited my learning style with lots of examples demonstrated and practical advice given. I came away with a head full of ideas and information on how to achieve it. It's a fun and relaxed environment to learn and comes with lovely homemade cake at lunchtime. "

Sew Forest of Dean responded:

"Hi Cindy - thank you for taking the time to leave a lovely review. It was a pleasure to share the studio with you again and I'm so glad you got a lot of ideas and techniques from the day. You made a lovely job of your blocks and I look forward to seeing the project all come together. Happy Quilting!"

8 May 25'

Maria Shepherd reviewed: Quilting and Quilt As You Go

"I found the day with Jen perfect for my needs as someone just beginning to make simple quilits and wanting to improve my knowledge and experience. All questions were answered clearly and helpfully, the environment was really pleasant and the pace just right. I would have no hesitation in recommending Jen as a teacher she is so experienced and knowledgable. "

Sew Forest of Dean responded:

"Thank you for taking the time to leave such a lovely review Maria. It was a pleasure spending the day with you and I'm glad you enjoyed your time in the studio. Good luck with all your quilting projects, I hope to see you again in the future. Happy stitching! Jen "

13 Apr 25'

Tracey Secker reviewed: Beginner's Quilting Day "Wonky Donkey" with Sew Forest of Dean

"A brilliant day - Jennifer was really patient with me as I hadn't seen the instructions for the day (look in your junk folder if you haven't received anything!). Lovely place to spend some time being taught in a clear, logical, relaxed way. The studio is wonderful and having a piece of Jennifer's homemade cake in the sun was divine. I can't recommend this course and Jennifer enough - all I would say is book a course today and you won't be disappointed!"

Sew Forest of Dean responded:

"Thank you so much Tracey for your lovely review. I'm sorry you didn't receive my email, but so pleased we could sort out everything on the day for you. Your quilt is looking beautiful and your stitching was perfect. Glad you enjoyed the cake! Best wishes and thanks again, Jennifer"