A big thank you to Roxy a student who came to my childrens wear sewing workshop and asked me to run this course! Without you Roxy I would never have had the confidence!
I had some sewers on the course who were experienced and some who had NEVER used a sewing machine and by the end of the six weeks EVERYONE had made; fabric weights, pin cushion, lined zipped purse and wrap top!!
Scroll down below to see what we make in each session
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Week 1- fabric weights and pin cushion
These are the fabric weights we make. Students first draft the paper pattern for the fabric weights and then we machine sew and hand sew them. A great simple project to get everyone use to the pattern vocal and foundational principles! And we use these fabric weights the following weeks.
Week 2- bespoke hair bands/scrunchies
First student chose what style head band they wish to make then we measure your head and create a hair band pattern based on your own measurements.
During this session we learn how to sew elastic, use a bodkin, sew a curve and draft your own mini pattern.
Week 3- lined zipped purse with a ruffle
A clutch purse pattern and the fabric pieces of the clutch purse, lining and zipper cut out ready to sew.
This was a favourite with the students…it’s a meaty class with lots to get through but worth it as by the end of the evening you will have a beautiful lined zip clutch purse with a ruffle on the front.
During this session we will repeat the following skills: pattern drafting, fabric cutting, machine sewing and hand sewing.
…and we learn these new skills; how to insert a zip, top stitching, lining
Week 4 - drafting your own wrap top pattern
You learn how to draft your own bespoke pattern based on your measurements.
During this session we will repeat the following skills: pattern drafting, fabric cutting and understanding the grain line.
Week 5 and 6- cutting your pattern pieces and starting the big sew!
During this session we cut out all the pattern pieces with care and understanding. Then we start to sew them together.
We check the fit as we go to ensure it will suit your shape. We discuss different seam and hem finishes and how to insert a label.
By the end of the course you will have a finished wrap top!
Every student gets their own tool kit to use and keep after they course.
Kit contents; pattern master, tailors chalk, pins, needles, tape measured embroidery scissors. This is yours to keep after the course as I want the students to have not just the knowledge but the correct tools to go home and continue sewing!
All equipment provided just bring yourselves.
Drinks and refreshments will be provided.
All materials are supplied to make the items around 2-3 metres of organic cotton fabrics and all trims supplied as part of the course.
Abigail will explain and discuss to students the best places to by ethically sourced and produced fabrics and trims.
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