Tudor Rose Patchwork is a family-run craft shop and creative learning centre based in Oakley, near Bedford, Bedfordshire. Offering an extensive range of fabrics, haberdashery, sewing machines and craft supplies, alongside a busy programme of workshops and classes, it's a welcoming destination for quilters, sewists and makers of all abilities.
Their wide selection of patchwork and quilting fabrics includes quilting cottons, batiks, dressmaking fabrics, cotton canvas, linen, fleece, extra-wide quilt backing fabrics, precut fabrics and fabric panels. Makers will also find wadding, batting, interfacing, stabilisers, sewing threads, needles, quilting tools, patterns, craft kits and books, as well as Pfaff and Janome sewing machines and accessories. Beyond sewing and quilting, Tudor Rose Patchwork stocks supplies for knitting, crochet, embroidery, tapestry, beading and jewellery making, making it a useful resource for a variety of creative interests.
With two dedicated workshop spaces, Tudor Rose Patchwork offers an impressive programme of creative classes, craft workshops and social groups. Activities cover everything from patchwork, quilting, dressmaking and machine sewing to embroidery, needle felting, crochet, knitting, beading, mixed media and other crafts. Whether learning a new skill, developing existing techniques or enjoying time with fellow makers, there's plenty of opportunity to get creative.
Adding to the experience is their onsite café, serving hot drinks, homemade cakes and lunches. With craft supplies, expert tuition, creative inspiration and a place to relax all under one roof, Tudor Rose Patchwork offers much more than a traditional fabric shop, bringing together materials, learning and community in the heart of Bedfordshire.