Sew your own dress/top (Intermediate level) Two Day Sewing Retreat with Heidi Higgins

Intermediate Sewing Retreat with Heidi Higgins
at Old School House Living, Ballingarry, Co. Tipperary E41AY66

With over 16 years of industry experience, Heidi is now sharing her sewing skills and fashion knowledge with others who are eager to learn. Whether you’re a complete beginner or looking to build on existing skills, Heidi’s retreats offer a welcoming and inspiring space to get creative.

Retreat Details
Join Heidi for a two-day intermediate sewing retreat, hosted on Saturday, 15th and Sunday, 16th August 2026 from 10am – 4pm each day in the beautiful and unique surroundings of Old School House Living in Ballingarry, Co. Tipperary.

This lovingly restored former convent school has been transformed into a vibrant lifestyle destination. Opened in Summer 2022, Old School House Living offers everything from lamps and candlesticks to locally roasted award-winning Ponaire coffee and delicious homemade treats. The building itself holds deep local history—once a girls’ primary school, it provides a truly special setting for learning something new.

What’s Included:

• Use of sewing machines, tools, and all necessary equipment

• A selection of fabric is provided for your sewing projects

• Lunch served each day is included in the price

• Expert guidance and hands-on learning with Heidi Higgins

• A relaxed, creative environment to enjoy and grow your skills

You will learn how to:

Over the two days, you will learn how to take your body measurement, cut out and sew your own dress/top.

*Please note you need to have done the beginner course first or have some previous sewing skills to take part in this retreat. If you have any questions, please get in contact with Heidi on 0879730532 or heidihigginsfashiondesign@gmail.com

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