If you would like to learn to use your sewing machine or become more confident in your machines capabilities, this workshop is for you. We will explain the main parts of your machine and how to operate it safely. We will also show you how to get the best results from your sewing and explain the accessories that come with your sewing machine or can be purchased separately. By the end of the workshop you will be able to successfully thread your machine and sew in a straight line.
You will need to bring your own sewing machine, standard needles for your machine (size 70) instruction manual and basic sewing kit to this workshop. Fabric and other materials will be provided.
The workshop will last approximately 2 hours and cost £50. To purchase a sewing box from Amazon, follow this link: https://amzn.to/3Ew25vx
If you understand how to operate your machine safely and would like to build your confidence by sewing something straight forward come and join our tote bag workshop.
Here you will learn how to accurately cut out pattern pieces and create a professional looking tote bag. that is fit for purpose. The skills that you will learn in creating this bag are: basic pattern cutting, french seams, box corners and garment pressing.
You will need to bring your own sewing machine, standard needles for your machine (size 70), instruction manual, good quality cream thread and a basic sewing kit. Fabric, webbing and the pattern are provided. The workshop will last approximately 3 hours and cost £60. See 'Get To Know Your Sewing Machine' for the sewing box link. For cream thread, follow this link: https://amzn.to/3GhWZUq
Applique is the creation of a collage using layered fabric and thread. Using this technique, whole pictures can be created or a smaller design such as the image above. Applique enables personalisation of a range of items from clothing to homewares, all through sewing techniques.
In this workshop you will learn how to applique so that your work is long lasting for years to come and looks professional too.
You will need to bring your own sewing machine, standard needles for your machine (size 70), instruction manual and a basic sewing kit. There will be a choice of kits to work from, all resulting in the creation of a panel that can be fashioned into an item of your choice. The workshop will last 3 hours and cost £60. All materials needed to make the panel are included.
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Elaine is a qualified Burda Style teacher for dressmaking. Burda are a famous pattern brand who offer certified teaching courses in dressmaking and recognise those who produce garments of the highest quality. If you have always wanted to learn dressmaking or have never used Burda patterns, have a look at their designs: https://www.burdastyle.uk/ or to find Elaine on their website: https://academy.burdastyle.com/pages/burdastyle-teacher-certification-map
Free motion embroidery uses the needle as it if it a pencil to "draw" a picture through thread. It is great fun and can produce fabulous results. If you would like to try using your sewing machine in a different way, this is the workshop to book! It doesn't matter if you can't draw - we will show you effective ways of creating original designs that enable your free motion embroidery to be successful.
You will need to bring your own sewing machine, an embroidery presser foot for your sewing machine, selection of thread and embellishments that you might use in your design. The workshop will last approximately 3 hours and cost £60. NB: you will need to be confident in basic machine skills. You might also find fabric pens such as these useful: https://amzn.to/2ZXipqb
If you have always wanted to make your own clothes but shied away from commercial patterns, come along to this workshop where we will explain what all the pattern symbols mean and why they are necessary! Once you have explored one commercial pattern, the rest will be easier to understand.
In this workshop you will learn: how to read a pattern, decide on sizing (including simple grading), how to prepare pattern pieces for dressmaking. You will not be making a garment in this session, only learning the techniques required to read and follow a commercial pattern.
If you would like to learn how to arrange pattern pieces on fabric and how to transfer information from the pattern to your fabric and linings, this is the course for you. It is helpful if you already have an understanding of how to read a commercial pattern prior to attending this workshop. You will be making a simple garment which may require finishing at home. We will make sure you have all the tips and support outside of the workshop if this is the case.
In this workshop you will learn how to lay out pattern pieces on fabric (you should already be familiar with preparing pattern pieces to your chosen size), cutting pattern pieces and transferring markings, sewing a simple garment. The workshop will last 4 hours and cost £80, including a light lunch.
You will need your sewing machine, basic sewing kit and dressmaking tools, fabric, bias binding and coordinating thread. A detailed materials list will be shared with you once booked onto the course. The pattern and paper will be provided. Dressmaking toolkit can be purchased through this link: https://amzn.to/3otk1Bz
