For Children & Teens (Ages 10–16)
 
🧵 Design It. Make It. Wear It.
Join us for three exciting days of fashion-focused sewing where young makers will learn how to use commercial sewing patterns to create their very own summer wardrobe pieces.
 
Perfect for children and teens who already have some basic sewing machine experience and are ready to take the next step into garment making.
 
Over the three days, participants will choose from a selection of beginner-friendly sewing patterns and create one or two wearable summer items while developing valuable sewing skills and confidence.
 
What They'll Learn
✂️ Understanding sewing patterns and pattern markings
📏 Taking body measurements and choosing the correct size
🧵 Cutting fabric accurately
🪡 Sewing garments using a sewing machine
👗 Garment construction techniques
✨ Finishing techniques and professional touches
 
Project Choices
Participants will select one main garment and may have the opportunity to complete a second accessory or clothing item depending on experience and progress.
 
Examples include:
🌞 Summer Shorts
👗 Simple Summer Dress
👚 Boxy Top or T-Shirt
👖 Wide-Leg Trousers
 
👜 Matching Tote Bag
👒 Festival Headband or Hair Accessories
 
Day One: Design & Cut
Choose a pattern
Learn how to read sewing patterns
Take measurements
Cut fabric
Begin garment construction
 
Day Two: Sew & Construct
Continue sewing
Learn garment assembly techniques
Fit and adjust garments
Develop sewing machine confidence
 
Day Three: Finish & Style
Complete garments
Add finishing details
Create a coordinating accessory (time permitting)
Mini fashion showcase and photographs
 
Workshop Details
📅 Three Consecutive Days
🕘 9:00am – 1:00pm Daily
📍 Sew In Kent Studio, Strood
 
Includes
✔ All sewing equipment
✔ Sewing patterns
✔ Tuition and support
✔ Refreshments
✔ Certificate of Achievement
 
What to Bring
Nothing - Fabric and sewing patterns included.
 
By the end of the workshop, each participant will leave with handmade clothing they can proudly wear throughout the summer, along with the skills and confidence to continue making their own garments at home.