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Learn to sew a top –
the Closet Core Patterns Cielo top
Learn some new dressmaking skills and make a fitted woven top! Spend a whole day fitting and making a top that is perfect for the Spring/Summer seasons.
This is a day course aimed at those who are familiar with a sewing machine and have made a few projects, preferably including one garment . You must be able to wind a bobbin, thread the machine and sew basic stitches.
Using the Closet Core Patterns Cielo pattern you will choose and make a short sleeve top. This is a classic pattern and is extremely versatile when combined with different fabric choices. It would work equally well as a casual top or work wear. It has slightly dropped shoulders, angled shoulder yoke and a roomy fit.
You will learn how to:
- Stay stitch
- Sew and press bust darts
- Alter the bust area of a pattern using a Full Bust Adjustment or Small Bust Adjustment (if necessary)
- Attach neck facings to a garment
- Sew under stitching
- Fit sleeves into a garment
- Finish off seams neatly
- Give garments a clean and professional looking finish
What is included:
- Sewing pattern – Closet Core Pattern Cielo top/dress pattern worth £19.00
- Tea/coffee/soft drinks
- Use of Janome sewing machines
- All sewing tools provided for you to use in order to complete the project
What you need to supply:
- Lunch - please bring your own or feel free to pop into Knowle to get some lunch from the local shop/cafe.
- Materials for top project to include fabric, matching thread and interfacing. You will be advised on how much fabric to bring and what sort of fabric to choose prior to the course.
- Suggested fabrics: For a more structured shape, use light to medium weight wovens such as linen, chambray, or cotton shirtings. For a drapier effect, use rayon challis, tencel, cotton voile or silk (I would only recommend these if you are more experienced).
Size range:
Full bust – 31″-46″
Waist 24″ – 39″
Hips 33″ – 48″
**The pattern does come in an extended size range (up to Full Bust 60″, waist 53″ and hips 63″). This range is only available as a PDF pattern. If you fall into this size range just let me know and we can discuss getting the PDF printed.**
The pattern will be sent to you in advance of the class and there will be a small amount of pattern preparation prior to the class to enable more time on the day itself.
Maximum of 6 spaces.
Lorna says:
“I absolutely love my 2 Cielo tops, I could make a whole wardrobe of them! This project is an excellent way of progressing skills you already have, build on your confidence and learn some new ones. These skills are key components of dressmaking and you will be able to transfer your learning into so many projects. It offers great value for money and a fantastic opportunity to learn, develop and progress their skills in a friendly, sociable setting. Learning together is so much fun and people really benefit from the support of others and sharing ideas.”
Cost: £120
My versions:
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| Date | Tuesday 21st February 9.30am-5pm |
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| Content | Learn to sew a top –the Closet Core Patterns Cielo topLearn some new dressmaking skills and make a fitted woven top! Spend a whole day fitting and making a top that is perfect for the Spring/Summer seasons. This is a day course aimed at those who are familiar with a sewing machine and have made a few projects, preferably including one garment . You must be able to wind a bobbin, thread the machine and sew basic stitches.
Using the Closet Core Patterns Cielo pattern you will choose and make a short sleeve top. This is a classic pattern and is extremely versatile when combined with different fabric choices. It would work equally well as a casual top or work wear. It has slightly dropped shoulders, angled shoulder yoke and a roomy fit.
You will learn how to:
What is included:
What you need to supply:
Size range: Full bust – 31″-46″ Waist 24″ – 39″ Hips 33″ – 48″ **The pattern does come in an extended size range (up to Full Bust 60″, waist 53″ and hips 63″). This range is only available as a PDF pattern. If you fall into this size range just let me know and we can discuss getting the PDF printed.** The pattern will be sent to you in advance of the class and there will be a small amount of pattern preparation prior to the class to enable more time on the day itself. Maximum of 6 spaces. Lorna says: “I absolutely love my 2 Cielo tops, I could make a whole wardrobe of them! This project is an excellent way of progressing skills you already have, build on your confidence and learn some new ones. These skills are key components of dressmaking and you will be able to transfer your learning into so many projects. It offers great value for money and a fantastic opportunity to learn, develop and progress their skills in a friendly, sociable setting. Learning together is so much fun and people really benefit from the support of others and sharing ideas.” Cost: £120
My versions:
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This class is suitable for complete beginners or those that are in need of a refresher.
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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 :
| 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:
Equipment and Materials: What is included:
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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 | 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. This is a 4 week course aimed at:
**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: £150Additional information Maximum of 6 spaces. Lorna says: “I absolutely love teaching this course. I have allowed plenty of time for people to practise skills and get to grips with core skills ready to make the skirt. People will really have lots of opportunity to learn, develop and progress their skills all within a sociable and friendly setting. Learning together is so much fun and people really benefit from the support of others and sharing ideas. A skirt was the very first skirt I made for myself so I know it was a great start for me !!“ | ||||||||||
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