SEWING RETREATS

I’m Kerrie Padmore, the heart (and fabric hoarder!) behind this little corner of the internet. Here, you’ll find a space filled with creativity, kindness, and the absolute joy of handmade living. My mission is simple: to inspire your creativity and share the love of sewing, one stitch at a time. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned maker, I’m here to help you embrace the beauty of creating with your own hands. Welcome to a world where creativity flourishes and every stitch tells a story!

As a mum of three and a wife, my love for sewing started with a tiny obsession with buying fabric (let’s be honest, who can resist?!). Naturally, that obsession turned into a business and now I get to share my passion with you through beautifully designed sewing patterns, online classes, in-person workshops and sewing retreats.

Living in Loveliness is more than just a place to learn—it’s a community!
Our Sewing with Living in Loveliness Ladybirds Facebook group is a warm and welcoming space where we share inspiration, celebrate our makes, and support one another. Sewing is always more fun with friends and here, you’ll find plenty!

✨ NEW for 2025! ✨

I’m beyond excited to be launching a YouTube channel and TikTok, where I’ll be sharing sewing hints, tips and techniques to keep you inspired and having fun. 

Kindness is at the heart of everything we do, from charity sewing projects to simply spreading joy one stitch at a time. While our workshops and retreats take place in the UK, our sewing patterns are reaching sewists across the US and beyond—bringing creativity and confidence to every stitch.

So whether you’re just starting out or have been sewing for years, you’ll find a place here.

Let’s sew, have fun and create beautiful things together!