Intro Into Dressmaking-X3 Session Sweatshirt Making

Intro into Dressmaking – 3 evening sessions

Welcome to our intro into dress making sessions. We have put together a programme of workshops perfect for Beginner or returning Sewists to build skills and confidence to create and make essential wardrobe basics.

Held on a Tuesday Evening, each garment piece taking approx. 3 weeks to complete.

A great place to Start is a Simple Sweatshirt, always a great staple and can be mixed and match with your existing items,

Sew your own sweater/sweatshirt in this session-
choose from 3 fabulous patterns all tried and tested.

Choose from classic raglan style, the Linden from Grainline Studios perfect for beginners

Size range: 32-44 finished measurements 38-50 ½ “

The mix ‘n’ match Neighbour Hood from Liesel & Co great for using up left over jerseys in contrast pieces

Size range:  32 ½ -46”  Finished measurements  38- 50 ½

Josie Hoodie from Style Arc – raglan sleeved hoodie with shaped corded hem

Size range = 0-30

WHO’S IT FOR

• Beginner Sewists, who know how to thread a machine and looking for bigger projects to sew
• Sewists returning to sewing after a break and wish to refresh technics and knowledge
• Sewists who are looking to add more basics to their wardrobe … more cake less frosting!
• Perfect if you’ve not sewn with an independent pattern designer before.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

• How to choose your size and interpret the pattern
• How to cut out your fabric and assess fabric stretch
• How to sew stretch fabric on a regular sewing machine or over-locker
• How to construct a Raglan or Set in sleeve
• How to add a neckband an cuff
• How to sew and optional regular hem in a stretch fabric
  How to use a twin needle on a stretch fabric

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

Basic sewing kit to include – scissors, pins etc.
1.5 mtr – 2.3 mtr of stretch fabric containing at least 20% stretch these include – Ponte Roma, Scuba jersey, interlock jersey, cotton and sweater knits, French terry, wool jersey, Sweat shirting- fleece back or loop back depending on size and style of sweater chosen – we have a vast range of jersey’s in the studio if required and happy to advice.
Matching thread

WHAT’S INCLUDED
Your Own copy of the pattern you choose worth £16.50- £18.00
Full use of the studio sewing machines
Expert Tuition
Lots of tea/coffee and a yummy slice of cake!
COST £75.00