Date/Time
Date - 08/10/2021 - 19/11/2021
9:30 am - 12:30 pm

**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. Prior to 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 the pandemic restrictions.**

Dates:

You must be able to attend all 6 Fridays (9.30am-12.30pm)

Friday 8th October 2021, 15th October 2021 and 22nd October 2021 (then one week off for half term)

Friday 5th  November 2021, 12th November 2021 and 19th November 2021

Sewing and dressmaking-

The next steps

This is a 6 week course aimed at those who are familiar with a sewing machine and have made several projects, including at least one garment. You must be able to wind a bobbin, thread the machine and sew basic stitches. It is ideal for those who have done the beginners sewing and dressmaking course or for those who already have some sewing experience and want to take their sewing skills to the next level.

Throughout the 6 weeks you will build on foundation skills you already have and learn lots more essential sewing skills with the second half of the course, honing your skills and making a top with lots of fun along the way!! The 6 week course aims to build your confidence with using a sewing machine and develop and progress your skills.

With 6 weeks in close succession and a massive 18 hours of sewing, it is an ideal opportunity to consolidate skills and progress them even further.

Course outline

Week 1: Buttonholes

You will learn how to:

• Use the buttonhole foot and make a buttonhole using a 1 step or 4 step buttonhole function* on the sewing machine (*dependent on the model of sewing machine that you have)
• Neatly finish your buttonhole
• Position buttonholes correctly
• Optional – How to self cover buttons

You will make a cushion cover with buttonhole fastenings and optional self covered buttons.

Week 2: Pockets and darts

You will learn how to:

• Sew a patch pocket and inseam pocket
• Sew a standard dart and contoured dart

Week 3: Zips and fastenings

You will learn how to:

• Sew an invisible zip
• Make a thread loop and sew on a button
• Make a rouleau loop
• Sew on a hook and eye and snap fastening

Weeks 4-6: Make a top

Bring together all of the skills you have learnt and add some more!! Learn some new dressmaking skills and make a fitted woven top!  Take the time over a 3 week period to make your top. This will allow plenty of time to practise techniques, hone skills, for questions and feedback and most importantly enjoying the process.

Using Simplicity 8061 you will choose and make one of the woven tops from the pattern. 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.

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
• Ease sleeves into a garment
• Finish off seams neatly
• Give garments a clean and professional looking finish

What is included:

A kit containing the following will be sent to you prior to the workshop:

• Sewing pattern – Simplicity 8061 for final top project worth £11.00 (this pattern has since been reissued as Simplicity S9133)
• Self covered buttons for cushion project
• Practise fabric for all samples
• Practise invisible zip

What you need to supply:

• Materials for skirt project to include fabric, matching thread, interfacing and one 3/8″ button for certain versions. You will be advised on how much fabric to bring and what sort of fabric to choose prior to the course. Suitable fabrics will be cotton/cotton blends or linen/linen blends.
• Fabric for cushion project. You will be advised on how much fabric to bring and what sort of fabric to choose prior to the start of the course
• 3 x buttons for cushion project (if not doing self covered buttons)
• Invisible (concealed) zipper foot compatible with your machine

Optional supplies:

The following are not essential but may be useful in order to practise new skills:

• Self covering button tool like this one or this one.
• A rouleau loop turner like this one or this one.
• A hook and eye fastening and a  snap fastening

Additional information

Maximum of 6 spaces.

You need to be able to attend all 6 sessions.

There may be slight variations to the course content in advance or along the way to enhance the quality of the experience and adapt to indiviual’s needs.

Lorna says:

“I absolutely loved running this as a face to face course. It 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: £165

After the supplies have been sent out there will no longer be the option for a refund.

Bookings

Alternative payment to website payment:
If you would prefer to pay by cash, cheque or BACS payment then please email me at allaboutthesew@gmail.com or give me a ring on 07963 734756 with the following details:

Name:
Email address:
Contact telephone number:
Workshop(s) you would like to book onto:
How you heard about All About The Sew:

I will then be in contact with alternative payment details. Please be aware that a workshop place can only be secured when payment is received so please act promptly to avoid disappointment if wanting to pay via one of these methods.

Lorna

All About The Sew

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