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January 2020
Beginners Dressmaking. Saturday 4 Week Course: Jan to Feb.
Our comprehensive beginners dressmaking course, suitable for anyone who can use a sewing machine to sew pretty much where they want to and has a yearning to make clothing! We’ll demystify the pattern envelope, instructions and pattern markings with you, teach you accurate sizing, measuring and cutting out, then get on and make a simple garment, including fitting a zip. If you feel you’ve not yet mastered your sewing machine, or you’d like to learn to use it we’d suggest…
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Upcycling Special – Denim Day -Saturday Day Course
We are hosting an upcycling special at our workshop, a whole day of working with jeans to make new and lovely items from them. We can show you how to make a few things and we'll talk you through deconstructing your jeans, and using features such as pockets and waistbands in your work. You can work from our instruction sheets or just have a chat with us about things you've already decided you want to make but need to know…
Find out more »March 2020
4 Week Clothing Alterations & Repairs – March. Thurs Eve
Quick fixes for clothes glitches!! A great course for those who have learnt the sewing basics and want to get on with working on their wardrobe. Do you find you need to have the same alterations done to your clothes on a regular basis? Or are there clothes you would like to restyle? Or maybe zips that need replacing, or vintage clothes that need repair? Fear not, help is at hand! We can teach you some fundamental clothes alterations and…
Find out more »October 2021
Beginners Dressmaking @ Tod College. 6 week Course. Oct – Nov
Our comprehensive 6 week beginners dressmaking course is now running at Tod College! It's a beginners course, suitable for anyone who can use a sewing machine to sew pretty much where they want to and has a yearning to make clothing! We’ll demystify the pattern envelope, instructions and pattern markings with you, teach you accurate sizing, measuring and cutting out, then get on and make a simple garment, including fitting a zip. If you feel you’ve not yet mastered your…
Find out more »November 2021
Absolute Beginners Sewing Course – November- Weds Eve @ Tod College
Our 4 week Beginners Sewing course is now running at Tod College! It's ideal to get you started. We can teach you all the basics including an understanding of your sewing machine, accurate stitching and basic problem solving (or avoiding!) . The course runs on a Wednesday evening most months, running from 6.30-8.30pm and lasts for 4 weeks. We will cover: Week 1: Learn to use your sewing machine, tips and tricks for easier faff free sewing, also practice how…
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