Over 2 classes you will make yourself a simple skirt. You will cover how to read dress patterns, do basic pattern alterations to fit your measurements, cut and prepare fabric for sewing, then sew a skirt with waistband or facing with a zipper to fit you!
This course is the perfect introduction to dressmaking, garment sewing and a great project for beginner level sewers. Over 2 classes you will make yourself a simple skirt. You will cover how to read dress patterns, do basic pattern alterations to fit your measurements, cut and prepare fabric for sewing, then sew a skirt with waistband or facing with a zipper to fit you!
You will practice sewing a zipper, before sewing the zipper for your skirt, either a concealed/invisible zipper or a regular, lapped zipper. You will then apply your newly acquired skills to cut, fit and sew a skirt for yourself.
Select from a couple of skirt styles that will be provided, then bring along your own beautiful fabric to create a simple skirt. Choose from a classic A-line skirt, a pleated tulip skirt or simple pencil skirt.
Please note, you need to have recent sewing experience to attend this workshop. You should be of at least beginner level, and able to set up and operate a sewing machine independently.
Sew Make Create is a creative workshop for small, intimate classes to teach new skills. Come discover a new hobby and learn from our Teachers who are passionate about their craft.
Classes teach a range of skills that are related to design, art and craft. We are also an open workshop space and drop-in sewing studio for Designers, Artists, Makers and Creatives.
This course caters for students with a range of sewing abilities who wish to learn more about sewing and garment making. A practical course which includes basic, as well as more advanced sewing techniques and allows students to choose their own project.
Our hand coloured fabrics lend themselves perfectly to this machine skill.Learn to use your machine needle like a pencil for drawing.
A great project for beginners or those new to sewing. This pattern became an immediate bestseller when released in 1952. Re-released recently, the “walk-away” dress became an instant online sensation, and featured on the Great British Sewing Bee.
This class will take you to the next level, from confidently threading your machine, sewing accurately and having a very basic understanding of sewing to being able to attempt more complex skills and techniques.
You will learn the fundamentals of sewing with an electric machine, sewing and alteration techniques. You will also develop an understanding of fabric types and their uses.
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