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Teens Sewing Sessions
May 13, 2023 @ 10:00 am - 4:30 pm
£65.00
These workshops are scheduled approx. every 6-7 weeks and are designed to build and develop young creative skills, whilst building some staple wardrobe items and/or with usable project items.
In this session teens who have recently started with us will be working on making a messenger bag – perfect for teaming up with previous makes – BUT WE CAN & HAPPY to TAILOR THE SESSION TO INDIVIDUAL NEEDS AND ABILITITES – lots of great skills to be gained sewing this bag, which include, inseam pockets, zipper insertion- What a perfect confidence booster to leave with a complete item.
WHO’S IT FOR
– Workshops are aimed at teenagers between 13-19,
– Young creatives exploring textile and studying textiles at GCSE level
– Young Sewists who requiring confidence building and support within a small group environment
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
– Choosing Fabric Types
– Reading Patterns and choosing the correct size; looking at positive body image areas
– Pattern Layout
– How to create beautiful seams
– Top Stitch
– Apply finishing techniques
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
– A basic Sewing kit- Scissors, pins, marking tools etc.
– Fabric – That we will recommend for your project
– Packed Lunch- or £7.00 for a burger takeaway
WHAT’S INCLUDED
– Full use of Sewcial Studio machines
– Pattern for future use
– Expert Tuition from Amanda
– Lots of refreshments and biscuits
£65.00