Are you confident using a sewing machine and ready to start making your own clothes? This 18 hour /6 week course is designed for confident beginners who are ready to take their sewing further and dive into garment making.
Perfect for those who’ve completed our Learn To Sew Beginners Plus class, this structured course guides you step-by-step through reading patterns, working with different fabrics, and learning key garment construction techniques.
Over the weeks, you’ll complete more than one wearable garment – starting with a simple top and if time allows, you’ll also have the chance to begin a seconf project of your choice.
What You'll Learn:
How to read and follow commercial sewing patterns
Choosing your pattern size and interpreting fabric guides
How to cut fabric accurately and Sewing components - creating neat seam finishes, buttonholes/button applications, zipper, sewing curves and points.
Choosing the right type of fabric and notions for your projects
Pattern preparation and layout
Fabric cutting
Working through a pattern step-by-step
Basic fitting
Neat finishing techniques for seams and hems
COST INCLUDES:
1 pattern of your choice from a selection of beginner sewing projects
Sewing machine use or bring your own!
Access to our cutting tables and mannequins
Endless tea and coffee provided
Materials & Equipment:
You’ll need to bring your own fabric – full recommendations and yardage requirements will be provided.
Sewing machines, tools, and studio essentials (threads, interfacing, etc.) are all provided.
Notebook & Pen
A little prep may be required between sessions (e.g. cutting fabric or catching up on simple steps) to help you make the most of your studio time.
As a course participant, you’ll also receive 10% off in the Sew in Kent studio store at The Sew In Group during the course . Our shop team is always happy to help you pick the perfect fabric and notions for your projects.
Ready to start your me-made wardrobe? Join us and build your skills week by week in a supportive, creative environment.
SKILL LEVEL: 3 Improver
This class is suitable for a confident beginner who has worked with simple patterns at home or has completed our Learn To Sew Beginners Plus
DATES & TIMES:
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