Creative textile courses
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Recreate and Make is a Designer/Maker led creative and educational space in the heart of Cockermouth, hosting a variety of creative textile workshops.
Maggi and Sarah are independent designer/makers with a passion for art and stitch.
They are qualified teachers with many years experience teaching all age groups from primary to higher education and have a wealth of fashion and textile knowledge.
We offer a range of courses for adults, children, young designers and makers of all levels to develop their skills and ideas, providing design and heritage craft tuition and encouraging re-use, repurpose and renovation.
NEW FOR 2026
Textiles Masterclass
We are offering a series of 6 masterclasses with Sarah Ames and Maggi Toner-Edgar. A specific programme for textile design and art to enable you to take your hobby or passion to the next level. This course is designed for textile designers, embroiders, dressmakers, quilters, and makers who would like to develop their ability to make artistic creations. Enhance your design, stitch and embroidery skills, some basic skills are required.
Such a fab team of expert help! Couldn't have done it without them! Thank you!
Suzie
Thoroughly recommend Recreate and Make. Their knowledge is phenomenal.
Jane
Thoroughly enjoyed my pattern cutting/draping workshop. A great refresher and confidence builder. Thank you x
Kerry
A great way to learn new skills and meet like-minded people
As a new resident to the Cockermouth area, I can honestly sat its been a pleasure getting to know these amazing ladies and taking part in some of their classes.
Julia