- Sizes 8 to 12 – 2m of 150cm wide fabric or 2.50m of 114cm wide fabric
- Sizes 14 to 20- 2.5m of 150cm wide fabric or 2.75m of 114cm wide fabric
- Matching thread and a 9″ invisible zip (if bringing your own fabric)
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THIS COURSE IS CURRENTLY DISCONTINUED Are you looking to build on your dressmaking skills? Do you struggle to find trousers that fit well? Have your previous trousers making attempts resulted in a disaster or have you been too scared to attempt this garment by yourself? We hear you! Achieving a well fitting pair of trousers is no easy task UNLESS you have the help of some super skilled pros! So... if you'd like your first (or second!) pair of trousers to be a success, look no further than this class! On this course you will learn to alter the pattern to fit your shape and measurements to create a great fit. You will then learn some great construction techniques such as darts, facing a waist and inserting a concealed zip. PLESE NOTE: We have ready made toiles (test garments) for you to try on so the tutor can establish the necessary pattern alterations. Please be aware that depending on your size and shape, you might need to make your own toile first before cutting into your fabric. Once we fine tune your toile and pattern, you may cut out you fabric and get started on the sewing. This may result in having to finish your trousers at home (don't worry, we'll give you plenty of instruction!) and if you've never inserted a concealed zip before, you'll be given the opportunity to practice this in class. However, making a toile will not be necessary if one of our own toiles fits you reasonably well, in which case you'll be able to move straight onto altering your pattern and cutting into your fabric. So! Are you ready to take your dressmaking and pattern alterations skills to the next level??? Then come along and be part of a lovely group, learn some invaluable skills, chat and make friends. The tea and biscuits are on us! NECESSARY EXPERIENCE: To be able to attend this course you need to be very confident on the sewing machine as well as be able to sew at a good speed and have previous experience of working with dressmaking patterns. You will also need to have previously completed our Complete Beginners Sewing Course, and our Advanced Beginners Dressmaking Course or equivalent elsewhere. Alternatively you would need to have previously undertaken some dressmaking projects independently. WHAT TO BRING We have a lovely selection of suitable fabrics available to purchase on the day at very affordable prices. If you would rather bring your own fabric please refer to the quantities and types below. We also sell all the haberdashery needed for both projects including interfacing, zips and threads. Materials Required: -
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THIS CLASS IS CURRENTLY DISCONTINUED Are you looking for a quick and fun project that can be completed in just a few hours? Do you have fabric scraps you don't know how to utilize? Are you stuck for handmade gifts ideas? Are you looking for a gentle, yet fun introduction to lingerie sewing? Would you like to expand your sewing skills by learning to work with small seam allowances and narrow elastics? Would you like to learn to sew something that will make great use of those leftover fabrics that are forever lying unused in your stash? If this sounds like you, this fun and practical workshop is an absolute must! Come and joins us for a fun evening and learn to sew a beautiful, quick project! On this class you will be shown how to alter the pattern to your measurements (if necessary). You'll be guided through the necessary steps to make a pair of super cute knickers out of lightweight cotton and lingerie elastic, learning all the tips and tricks for working with small seam allowances and narrow elastic! *Please note that you need to be very confident on the sewing machine and have completed at least a few simple projects and ideally some basic garments prior to joining this class. Ideally you would have completed our Complete Beginners Sewing Course or equivalent and had some further practice beyond that. If you're a complete beginner why not take one of our Beginners Classes to get you started? What to bring: Nothing! We have the perfect fabric and elastic for you to buy on the day. You will also receive PDF instructions so you can make make many more at home! Got any questions you'd like to ask? Please read our FAQs page before contacting us! PLEASE CLICK ON THE DATE TO FIND OUT ABOUT AVAILABILITY! -
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THIS COURSE IS CURRENTLY DISCONTINUED Are you a budding home sewer with some garment making experience who often struggles with achieving a good fit on your projects? Maybe you are full or small busted, have a broad back, narrow shoulders or full thighs...fitting issues can be endless, and often the problem is that you might not know how to fix them. Well... because we are very aware of the problems home dressmakers can come across, we have created the perfect course to help you identify and fix all the head-scratching fitting issues that are standing in the way between you and perfectly fitting projects! Because of their extensive dressmaking and pattern cutting experience, our tutors can help you identify, address and fix any issues you may be struggling with. During this course you will work on fitting and toiling a basic semi-fitted dress pattern with sleeves. What you will learn:
- Getting to know your body shape and identifying your own unique fitting issues
- Learning how to alter the pattern in order to achieve a great fit
- How to check for further fitting issues after having made up a toile (test garment) and how to transfer the changes onto the pattern
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Voucher redeemable against the value of any available classes and valid for six calendar months from the date of purchase. Please note that you will be sent an E-voucher via email for you to print at home. Your voucher will be emailed to you within 24 hours of purchase if bought during working days. All vouchers bought after 5:30pm on a Friday will be emailed on the next working day. *All vouchers are non-refundable and cannot be used in conjunction with discount codes. -
Voucher redeemable against the value of any available classes and valid for six calendar months from the date of purchase. Please note that you will be sent an E-voucher via email for you to print at home. Your voucher will be emailed to you within 24 hours of purchase if bought during working days. All vouchers bought after 5:30pm on a Friday will be emailed on the next working day. *All vouchers are non-refundable and cannot be used in conjunction with discount codes. -
Voucher redeemable against the value of any available classes and valid for six calendar months from the date of purchase. Please note that you will be sent an E-voucher via email for you to print at home. Your voucher will be emailed to you within 24 hours of purchase if bought during working days. All vouchers bought after 5:30pm on a Friday will be emailed on the next working day. *All vouchers are non-refundable and cannot be used in conjunction with discount codes. -
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We are excited to introduce to you our brand new Learn to Sew a Face Mask class!
We thought seeing as though it’s become a necessity in these uncertain times, why not learn to make your very own face mask?
You will benefit from this class if you have previously taken our Learn to Use a Sewing Machine workshop or, our Ultimate Beginners Intro to Sewing (Gifts & Accessories) Course and you’d like a refresher. It’s also just great if you are keen to learn to make your own face mask 🙂
In this workshop you will get an introduction to setting up the machine and understanding what the sewing machine has to offer, followed by preparing, cutting and then sewing up your very own face mask with elastic loops.
What’s there not to like??? And it gets even better! All materials, a section of lovely plain and printed cottons to choose from are included free of cost, you get to keep the pattern so you can make more masks at home, and you will receive step-by-step Pdf instructions too!
Just bring yourself along and be prepared to have a lovely time! Please note that this session does not allow for time to set up and go through student’s own machines. When joining this class you will have to use our machines. The basic principles to set up and use a sewing machine are the same for all models and any differences can be easily worked out by going through your own machine’s manual once you have practiced on ours.
What you will learn:
- How to set up and thread a machine and how to wind a bobbin
- How to set the correct tension
- How to troubleshoot common problems
- How to cut and pin fabric using a simple pattern
- How to sew perfectly straight seams and a curved seam too!
- How to handle elastic
- How to sew corners
Dates
No dates available at moment. Please register your interest to be notified when a new date is released.Anything else you’d like to know? Please read our FAQs page before contacting us!
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Sorry, no dates available at the moment. Please register your interest to be notify when new dates are released.
Are you a complete sewing newbie? Are you feeling daunted at the thought of using a sewing machine? Does it feel like rocket science to you? Are you looking for a crush course that teaches how to use a sewing machine as well as how to use simple sewing patterns and basic cutting skills? Did you know that, when taught by someone who knows what they're doing, learning to use a sewing machine is easy and fun? We promise - this workshop is exactly what you're looking for! After spending three hours with one of our expert tutors, you will come away feeling confident, proud of your achievements and inspired to practice and learn more. Plus, you will be the owner of a fabulous new boxy tote bag :) What's there not to like??? And it gets even better! All materials are included free of cost, you get to keep the pattern so you can make more bags at home, and you will receive step-by-step Pdf instructions! No previous sewing machine experience is necessary in order to join this workshop. You will also benefit from it if you have previously taken our Learn to Use a Sewing Machine workshop or, our Ultimate Beginners Intro to Sewing (Gifts & Accessories) Course and you'd like a refresher, or if after taking those classes you want to learn to work with simple accessory type sewing patterns and gain some basic cutting experience. So just come along, be part of a lovely small group with plenty of individual attention from the tutor, learn to sew, chat and make friends! WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:- How to set up and thread a sewing machine and how to wind a bobbin
- How to cut and pin fabric using a simple pattern
- How to sew straight seams and how to finish them with zigzag stitching
- How to sew corners
- How to create a boxy shape
- How to troubleshoot common sewing machine issues
- No dates available at the moment.
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LATEST UPDATE!!!
April to July 2024 course dates now available for booking!
Are you a complete sewing newbie looking to make sense of how to use a sewing machine and/or wanting to have a taster session before committing yourself to a longer, more comprehensive course such as our Complete Beginners Sewing Course or Easy Pyjamas Intro to Sewing? Then this class is for you! On this two hour workshop you will learn all you need to know about using and making the most of a sewing machine and make a handy draw string bag to consolidate your newly learnt skills in the process. All materials will be provided so just bring yourself along and be prepared to have a lovely time! Please note that this session does not allow for time to set up and go through student's own machines. When joining this class you will have to use our machines. The basic principles to set up and use a sewing machine are the same for all models and any differences can be easily worked out by going through your own machine's manual once you have practiced on ours.What you will learn:
- How to set up and thread a machine and how to wind a bobbin
- How to set the correct tension
- How to troubleshoot common problems
- How to sew perfectly straight seams and how to finish them
- Sunday 21st April 2024, 4:30pm-6.30pm
- Saturday 1st June 2024, 4:30pm-6.30pm
- Friday 21st June 2024, 6:30pm-8.30pm
- Sunday 14th July 2024, 4:30pm-6.30pm
*The class will start promptly at the scheduled time. Please arrive five minutes early to allow time to settle.
Anything else you’d like to know? Please read our FAQs page before contacting us! HAVING TROUBLE WITH YOUR BOOKING? PLEASE CLICK HERE FOR HELP. PLEASE CLICK ON THE DATES TO FIND OUT ABOUT AVAILABILITY! -
Voucher redeemable against the value of any existing classes and valid for six calendar months from the date of purchase. Please note that you will be sent an E-voucher via email for you to print at home. Your voucher will be emailed to you within 24 hours of purchase if bought during working days. All vouchers bought after 5:30pm on a Friday will be emailed on the next working day. *All vouchers are non-refundable and cannot be used in conjunction with discount codes. -
LATEST UPDATE!!!
May 2024 course date now available for booking!
Do you have a favourite garment that fits you perfectly and would love to recreate it? Then this all day workshop is for you! This course will teach you how to copy your clothes by making a pattern from an existing garment. You will leave the class with a perfectly fitted pattern and toile (test garment) ready to be made up as many times as you like and in all kinds of fabulous fabrics! So, if you like the sound of this here we we go! What you will learn:- Copying the shape of your garment
- Transferring seam lines, darts, gathers, tucks and any other design details
- Adding seam allowances
- Adding markings such as notches and balance marks
- Reproducing pockets and any other design details
- Making up a toile (test garment) to check the fit.
- Wednesday 22nd & 29th May 2024, 6:30pm-9:30pm
* Please arrive 5 minutes early to ensure prompt start and to make the most of your class.
Anything else you’d like to know? Please read our FAQs page before contacting us! PLEASE CLICK ON THE DATES TO CHECK AVAILABILITY
