Alison Smith, Msc
Alison Smith trained as an art and fashion textile teacher before becoming head of textiles at one of the largest schools in Birmingham, England, where she was able to pursue one of her key interests: the importance of teaching needlecrafts to boys. Alison founded her own shop, Fabulous Fabric, and sewing school, Alison Victoria School of Sewing, in Ashby de la Zouch, Leicestershire. Her school is the largest independent sewing school in England and offers courses and workshops on all aspects...See more
Alison Smith trained as an art and fashion textile teacher before becoming head of textiles at one of the largest schools in Birmingham, England, where she was able to pursue one of her key interests: the importance of teaching needlecrafts to boys. Alison founded her own shop, Fabulous Fabric, and sewing school, Alison Victoria School of Sewing, in Ashby de la Zouch, Leicestershire. Her school is the largest independent sewing school in England and offers courses and workshops on all aspects of dressmaking. Alison regularly lectures at specialist sewing conventions, is a regular contributor to Sewing World magazine, and has made television appearances. See less
