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Hi!

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.

I am fortunate to have grown up in an age where sewing was part of the school curriculum and I have therefore been making “stuff” since a very young age.

I went on to study Textiles at Herefordshire College and have been exploring new ideas and techniques ever since.

The majority of 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.

So please have a good browse through my photos and website. If you don’t see a workshop you are looking for, do get in touch and let me know and I’ll design a workshop for you. I also offer private tuition by the hour if workshops aren’t your thing. Thanks for reading to the end 

Jen Johnson Sew Forest of Dean

Testimonials

Jen is a wonderful teacher with a very clear way of explaining things. I've had so much fun in her sessions and now feel ready to tackle a full-size quilt! I'd recommend Jen's sessions and workshops to all levels of sewer, from those who have never tried it before, those who might be a bit rusty, to those with more experience. Jen has gone above and beyond to keep our Thursday night group connected with weekly Zoom sessions during the pandemic, which has been lovely. Looking forward to some sewing in person once we're able to meet up again!
Emily T
Had the most wonderful day learning so many new skills! I turned up without a clue and a bag full of outgrown baby grows, came home having learnt so much and a nearly complete cushion cover!! Today has really sparked a passion for sewing I didn’t know was there! Thank you Jen for an amazing day ❤️
Lauren M
Spent a lovely day making a memory cushion. I'm an absolute beginner and Jen was really patient with me. It was hands on from the start, full of useful tips. I've come away with a lovely cushion made from my daughter's baby clothes!
Katherine N
Jennifer is a very patient and knowledgeable teacher. Really enjoyed the Beginners Patchwork & Quilting course.
Carole M
What a fantastic day learning to use a sewing machine and actually enjoying it too! The teaching is excellent; the pace is just right, and the feel of it all was very welcoming and friendly. Sewing didn’t feel intimidating at all. Highly recommended from one beginner to all other beginners out there. Give it a try!
Christine W
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