Thinking about booking your first RE Treats workshop but feeling a little nervous? Here's exactly what to expect, from the moment you arrive to leaving with a finished project and the confidence to keep creating.
Trying something new can feel exciting... and just a little daunting.
Many people tell me they almost didn't book because they worried they wouldn't be good enough, that everyone else would know more than they did, or that they'd be the only beginner in the room.
The wonderful thing is...
You're exactly the kind of person RE Treats was created for.
Whether you've never picked up a pair of knitting needles, haven't touched a sewing machine for years, or simply want a calm place to enjoy making again, you'll be welcomed into a relaxed, friendly environment where learning happens one step at a time.
Once you've booked your workshop, you'll receive all the information you need before the day.
You'll know:
- 📍 Where to find the studio
- 🚗 Parking information
- 🧵 What (if anything) you need to bring
- ☕ What refreshments are available
- 😊 What project you'll be making
Most workshops include everything you need, so there's no need to worry about buying lots of equipment beforehand.
Simply turn up ready to enjoy yourself.
A Warm Welcome
When you arrive, there won't be rows of desks or a formal classroom.
Instead, you'll find a calm craft studio where everyone works together at a relaxed pace.
There are deliberately only a small number of people in each workshop, meaning you'll never feel lost in a crowd or struggle to get help when you need it.
That smaller group size also means there's time for questions, conversation and plenty of individual guidance.
No One Expects You To Know Everything
One of the biggest worries people have is:
"What if I'm the only beginner?"
The answer is simple...
You won't be.
Many people arrive having never knitted before.
Others haven't used a sewing machine since school.
Some own beautiful machines that have sat in cupboards for years because they never felt confident enough to use them.
Everyone starts somewhere.
The workshop is designed to meet you where you are—not where you think you should be.
Learn At Your Own Pace
Sewing machine confidence
Beginners' Knitting
Redwork Embroidery
There's no pressure to keep up with anyone else.
If you need something explained twice, that's absolutely fine.
If you'd like to practise a technique a few more times before moving on, that's encouraged.
Questions are always welcome.
Learning isn't a race.
It's about building confidence one step at a time.
You'll Leave Having Made Something
One of the best parts of a RE Treats workshop is that you don't just watch someone demonstrate.
You make something yourself.
Depending on the workshop, that could be:
- 🧶 Your very first knitted project
- 🪡 A handmade embroidery piece
- ✂️ A sewn gift or useful item
- 🧵 Your first crochet creation
- 💻 A Cricut project to take home
You'll leave not only with a finished project but with the knowledge of how you made it.
That confidence is often the beginning of many more creative adventures.
It's More Than Just Crafting
People often arrive thinking they're simply coming to learn a new skill.
They leave having discovered something much bigger.
Crafting gives you time to slow down.
To focus on one thing.
To enjoy creating with your own hands.
Many people tell me it's the first time in weeks they've properly switched off from everyday life.
That calm, creative time is just as important as the finished project.
You Don't Have To Be Creative
This might sound surprising...
You don't need to think of yourself as a creative person.
Creativity isn't something you're born with.
It's something you build.
Every stitch you make.
Every seam you sew.
Every project you finish.
Each one helps your confidence grow a little more.
You'll Never Be Rushed
One thing you'll never hear at RE Treats is:
"Hurry up."
Everyone works at their own pace.
The aim isn't perfection.
It's enjoyment.
Mistakes happen.
They become learning opportunities rather than something to worry about.
By the end of the workshop you'll probably surprise yourself with just how much you've achieved.
Ready To Join Us?
If you've been thinking about booking a workshop but have been putting it off because you're worried you won't be good enough...
This is your sign.
You don't need experience.
You don't need expensive equipment.
You don't need to be artistic.
You simply need a willingness to have a go.
The rest, we'll learn together.
I can't wait to welcome you to the studio.
Final Thoughts
Every expert was once a beginner.
Every confident maker once cast on their very first stitch, threaded their first needle or nervously switched on a sewing machine.
The hardest part is often booking that first workshop.
Once you're through the door, you'll discover that making isn't about being perfect.
It's about enjoying the journey, learning something new and leaving with the confidence to create again.
