Date/Time
Date - 04/03/2021
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Duration – 2 hours
This workshop is suitable for those who have used a sewing machine before and can confidently thread the machine and bobbin. If you need a beginners class or a refresher then have a look at beginners classes available.
**This workshop will be delivered virtually via the online video conferencing platform, Zoom. If you don’t already have a Zoom account, it is easy to set one up for free (basic package) via their website. On the day of the workshop I would email you the workshop joining instructions. Zoom allows 2 way communication between all participants and myself, allowing questions, feedback, demonstrations and conversation! It’s good fun and a great way to socialise with other people whilst sewing, during this period of lockdown.**
Learn to sew with oilcloth
Come and learn the essential skills of sewing with oilcloth and make a fantastic zipped pouch.
Choose to make either of these fabulous pouch designs.
You will learn:
- Tools to cut out oilcloth accurately
- Top tips for how to sew with oilcloth
- Changing feet on the machine and use of the zipper foot
- How to insert a zip into oilcloth
- Top stitching
- Sewing gusset corners if sewing the ‘boxy’ pouches
Equipment and Materials:
- All materials included including oilcloth and zip
- Pieces of oilcloth to practise on
- Photographic handout of the skills learnt in the workshop will be sent via email after the class.
You will need:
- Masking tape (small amount) – like the tape you use in decorating – smooth, not shiny
- Optional – Rotary cutter/self healing mat/quilting ruler. (the fabric will arrive cut and ready to sew. These tools will be useful if you continue to sew with oilcloth but not essential for the class)
Cost £22
Once the supplies have been posted out, there will not be an option for a refund on the class.
For examples of previous workshop sewists’ projects, please see the gallery page here and look for Oilcloth zipped pouches.
Lorna says:
“I’ve had several people ask me about sewing with oilcloth and how to do it. Once you learn some top tips about sewing with it, you can make a whole variety of projects with it – aprons, tote bags, placemats, peg bags. It’s a great fabric to use as it can be wiped clean. Come along and gain some confidence sewing with this versatile fabric!”
Decision time
Please let me know:
- Type of pouch you would like to make from the 2 examples above (oblong boxy or triangular boxy shape)
- Your first choice and second choice fabrics from the selection below
I cannot guarantee that choice will be available but I do have quite a bit of each fabric. Once you have chosen please email me at allaboutthesew@gmail.com. The zip will be white.
If you would like to use your own oil cloth, that is of course fine. I can still send you a zip.
You will also need some masking tape for the class (only a small amount).
Bookings
This workshop is fully booked.
To add your name to the waiting list or be contacted about future classes get in touch today.
