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Date | 12/01/2023, 19/01/2023, 26/01/2023 & 02/02/2023 – 9.30am – 12.30pm, 6/6/2023, 13/6/2023, 20/6/2023 & 27/6/2023 – 9.30am-12.30pm |
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Content | Beginners dressmaking course –Learn to sew a skirtHave you always wanted to learn to make your own clothes? Did you make your own clothes in the past and would love to get back into it and refresh your skills? This 4 week beginners dressmaking course will teach you essential dressmaking skills to take you right from measuring yourself accurately and reading a sewing pattern through to making a skirt, with lots of fun along the way!! You will need to be able to use your sewing machine confidently in the basic stitches – straight stitch, reverse stitch and zig zag stitch and have made a few projects before (not necessarily any garments). Please get in touch if you are uncertain about whether or not it is for you. If you need a beginners class or a refresher then have a look at beginners classes available or a 1 to 1 session.![]()
![]() ![]() **Please note the size range of the pattern is:Waist – ranging from smallest size approx 24″(61cm) to largest size approx 50″(127cm) maximum. Hips – ranging from smallest size approx 34″(86cm) to largest size approx 60″(152cm) maximum. Please refer to the following blog post in order to measure your waist accurately. Please get in touch if you are unsure whether or not this pattern is suitable for you.Course outlineWeek 1: Dressmaking basics and practising of skills Learn how:
Cost: £150![]() | Learn to sew a pair of pyjama trousersLearn to sew a pair of pyjama trousers in this 2 part sewing course. It is an ideal first dressmaking project or for those that haven’t sewn following a pattern before. The learn to sew a pair of pyjama trousers class will be run over 2 sessions. You must be able to attend both dates to complete the workshop. Tuesday 11th October 2022 10-12.30pm Tuesday 18th October 2022 10-12.30pm LOCATION: This workshop will take place at the All About The Sew sewing studio in Knowle, Solihull. For further info on the studio see here.
The 2 part class will use the Tilly and the Buttons Jaimie pyjama trouser pattern. “Jaimie is an ideal first sewing project for newbies, or a quick and satisfying make for existing stitch addicts. Choose between full-length pyjama bottoms or flirty boyfriend shorts, with optional drawstring detail. The low-rise, elasticated waist and relaxed-fit leg make these PJs oh so comfy to wear. You’ll never want to get dressed when you’re wearing your Jaimie jammies!” (taken from the Tilly and the Buttons website) You will learn how to:
For more confident sewists, there is an option to add in seam pockets. What is included:
Pattern sizing The Jaimie sewing pattern is sized between UK sizes 4-24. Size 4 is an XS size which is perfect for tweens and teenagers. Tilly and the Buttons have also added sizes 9 and 10 to several of their patterns (UK 22 and 24), increasing their size range even further. For a larger image of the sizing chart please see here. You will need to measure yourself in order to know how much fabric to get. You cannot compare to high street sizes. Please get in touch if you are uncertain. You will need to measure your waist, hip and inside leg. Please refer to my blog post on measuring yourself accurately for help with the waist and hip measurements. You will need to get:
Shorts: For 115cm/45″ wide fabrics you will need 1m for all sizes For 150cm/60″ wide fabrics you will need 1m for all sizes Trousers: For 115cm/45″ wide fabrics you will need 2.5m for all sizes For 150cm/60″ wide fabrics, Sizes 0-3: 1.7m, Sizes 4-6: 2.1m, Sizes 7-10: 2.5m
Fabric suggestions: Light- to medium-weight woven fabrics such as cotton lawn, shirting, “quilting cotton”, flannel, double gauze and viscose (rayon). Please give me a call if you are in any doubt about fabric choices or suggestions of where to buy from. It is recommended to pre wash your fabric before the workshop as it is likely to shrink a little in the first wash. Cost £70
Lorna says: ” We all need pyjamas and how amazing to make your own where you can choose just the right fabric you like and make them to fit you. Whether you need to make them shorter or longer, with pockets, shorts….anything is possible! I love my Jaimie pyjama trousers and have made several pairs of shorts for teenagers including one pair that uses mix and match fat quarters.” Bookings | Learn to sew a reversible shoulder bagLearn how to make a gorgeous reversible shoulder bag in this 3 hour class. This sewing class is a Level 3 class - You need to have sewn a few simple projects before. The bag has nice long straps, gorgeous topstitching details and a separate oval base piece. You will learn:
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Cost £40 Lorna says: “This is a brand new class and I absolutely love this bag. It goes over your shoulder comfortably, I have already been using one of mine as a project bag - perfect to grab and go! I love that it is reversible too.” Project from www.sewdiy.com with permissionBookings | Children’s sewing class –Learn to sew a drawstring backpackThis class is designed for children who have used a sewing machine before as there won't be time to go through how to use the machine (other than a quick refresher). If you are after a beginners children's class then the morning one would be more suitable - see here. In this children’s sewing class, you will learn how to make an awesome drawstring backpack. Be inspired, unleash your creativity and learn a fantastic skill at the same time. The backpack would be perfect for PE, sleepovers, dance club, library trips, car journeys, football kit – the list goes on!!! For children in Year 5 and above. Equipment and Materials:
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Cost £25
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![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | Learn to sew a sweatshirt – Tilly and the Buttons Billie sweater/sweater dress“Cool, casual and modern, Billie is an ultra-comfy sweatshirt or sweater dress.” “It has a relaxed shape, crew neckline and classic trim details. Keep it effortless with cuffed, straight sleeves, or add some drama with on-trend balloon sleeves and deep cuffs. Choose between top length which sits on the high hip, or mini dress which finishes 10cm (4in) above the knee with gorgeous cutaway pockets.” (taken from the Tilly and the Buttons website) This workshop is suitable for those who have used a sewing machine before, can confidently thread the machine and bobbin and have sewn several projects before. If you need a beginners class or a refresher then have a look at beginners classes available. Please get in touch if you are not sure whether this is a suitable level for you. You will learn how to:
If this is your first garment or first time using stretchy fabrics, I would suggest you choose to sew the sweatshirt version. If you are more confident then you could choose the dress or balloon sleeved version. What is included:
Pattern sizing The Billie sewing pattern is sized between UK sizes 6-34. You will need to measure yourself in order to know how much fabric to get. You cannot compare to high street sizes. Please get in touch if you are uncertain. You will need to measure your bust, waist and hips. Please refer to my blog post on measuring yourself accurately. You will need to get:
I would recommend using ribbing for cuffs etc, if main fabric has less than 20% stretch. For a regular sleeve you will need 0.6m of ribbing and for the balloon sleeve you will need 0.7m of ribbing. If your fabric is particularly stretchy you can stabilise the shoulder seams using 30cm (12″) of 6-9mm (1/4″) wide satin ribbon. Fabric suggestions: Sweatshirt fleece, French terry, Ponte Roma, double knit, interlock or sweater knit with at least 10% stretch. Please give me a call if you are in any doubt about fabric choices or suggestions of where to buy from. It is recommended to pre wash your fabric before the workshop as it is likely to shrink a little in the first wash. Do not hang your fabric to dry as it will stretch out of shape – dry flat. Cost £110 Lorna says: “This has been such a popular Tilly and the Buttons’ pattern and you can see why. I absolutely love this pattern (as you can see from my 3 versions!!). So comfy to wear and with the 3 options in the one pattern, it offers great value for money. Perfect working from home attire! It is a great pattern for those new to sewing with stretch or for those a bit more confident that would like to improve their skills further.“ My versions :
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