Weekend Getaway Capsule- Simple Top

Capsule Weekend Away

Building a capsule wardrobe for a weekend getaway is the aim for our Autumn workshop schedule and to kick us off we have a great staple starter in this easy to mix n match shell top. Throw any of these tops on with a statement necklace and you’re good to go!

Choose from:

Stevie – Tilly & Buttons

With no darts, zips or set-in sleeves, Stevie is a satisfyingly quick and easy make – yay! Stevie has a modern, boxy fit, with round neckline and kimono style sleeves, closing at the back with pretty ties or button loop. optional turn-up cuffs and patch pocket.

Weekend getaway- Liesel & Co

A pull-on blouse, with a relaxed fit and a flattering V-neck, the pattern features short grown on sleeves (meaning no sleeves to set-in) and no closures, making it very easy to sew. The front facing provides an opportunity to use a fun contrasting or complimentary fabric.

Belcarra – Sewaholic

Super-simple top that will quickly become a wardrobe favourite! The Belcarra Blouse is a simple pullover top with subtle waist shaping and raglan sleeves, there is the option to include pin-tucks along the shoulders, or folded cuffs!

WHO’S IT FOR?

• Each of these fabulous patterns are perfect for beginners and those building their sewing skills.
• 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.
• Sewcial Sewists

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

• Measure and choosing your correct size
• Pattern & fabric layout
• How to read pattern marking and pattern terminology
• Straight and French seam sewing
• Creating neat facings and bias edges
• Top stitch techniques
• Hemming

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

• Basic sewing kit – scissors, pins,
• 1. 25 to 2 mtrs of light to medium weight fabric (Cotton Lawn, Viscose, Rayon, Voile, Chambray, Light Weight Crepe or Linen, Double Gauze), we carry a full range of fabrics at the studio and will be happy to advise.
• Matching thread.

WHAT’S INCLUDED

• Your chosen pattern worth £15.00 to take home to make more fabulous tops
• Interfacings
• Delicious yummy Cake, Tea/Coffee
• Cost £70.00