Bespoke tuition in layering, pleating and heaps of fringe

Over-the-top Victorian boudoir style lampshades are the ultimate in lampshade making. Pleated panels, lace panels, silks, lashings of fringe and braid, tassels and beads… the creative opportunities are endless. 

Join lampshade maker, author of best-selling book Sewing Lampshades and teacher Joanna Heptinstall to learn this wonderful creative skill. You will make your own unique Victorian-inspired lampshade, and will take home the skills to make many more. Whether you are a beginner or experienced lampshade maker, we recommend you book two days minimum. These can be booked together or a week or two apart.