All proceeds and donations go to Project Linus. This charity raises money for long term sick children in hospital. More information about them can be found on their website: https://projectlinusuk.org.uk/ This is the second competition like this to be organised and run by Bits & Bobs (who supply the prizes). We have independent judges who follow… [read more]
MUG MATS or MINI QUILTS
This is a new workshop for us, inspired by success of quilting classes and on request from our customers. You will learn how to applique small shapes to make pictures and to finish it off like a quilt – only smaller! Weds 8th May 2019 1.30 – 4.00 pm £25.00 pp Includes materials. You will need to… [read more]
Bits & Bobs – What’s new in Crochet??
Hi, today I thought I would share with you the information on my newest Crochet Classes for 2019. You may not have come across some of them before. Here are some of our Crochet classes: Introduction to Crochet Saturday 16th March 2.00 – 4.00 pm £20.00 pp – perfect for absolute beginners. Tunisian Crochet Saturday… [read more]
Bits & Bobs Needlefelting Department
Hi, today I thought I would share with you the information on my little Needlefelting Department in the shop. As far as I know it is the only one in the area. We stock all the things you need to make charming Needlefelted 3D animals and people, and 2D landscapes and designs. Needlefelting has become very… [read more]
BROTHER SPECIAL OFFERS 1st February to 31st March 2019 inclusive
All offers are subject to Brother stock availability and no alternatives can be offered in place of the above.
The Great British Sewing Bee
The Great British Sewing Bee Hi, today I thought I would share with you the exciting news that “The Great British Sewing Bee” is coming back to our screens on Tuesday 12th February on BBC2. The two previous judges will be judging the competition again: Patrick Grant and Esme Young. The show will be hosted… [read more]
Blog post for 16th January 2019
If you’re looking for something for those busy hands this month, why not consider a Crochet A-Long (CAL)? They are fun to do and each week another section of the pattern is released. We have in store a number of Attic 24’s Sweet Pea CAL packs for just £28.35 (That’s just £1.89 per ball of… [read more]
Workshops for January & February 2019
New arts & crafts workshops at Bits & Bobs for January and February 2019 at Bits & Bobs, Portland Road, Weymouth include: Personal Sewing Tuition—by appointment; GTBFYSM—Getting the best from your sewing machine; HAGFAT – Have A Go For a Tenner; Alterations and Repairs—Garment and household items; Jewellery repairs—bring it in and we’ll see if we can… [read more]
Brother Sewing Machine Special Offers
BROTHER SPECIAL OFFER PROMOTIONS 1st October to 31st December 2018 inclusive All offers are subject to availability and no alternative can be offered in place of above.
Craft Week
Craft Week for ‘Sailor’s Widows’ “I found Bobs on the internet as I’ve been a Sailing Widow all week. I’ve had a fantastic time. I’ve learned so much. Bobs is a wonderful person and so helpful. If I lived here I would be in this shop everyday and do every course.” Would you recommend us?… [read more]
