18th January: Use a sewing machine with confidence*
Thread up your machine in seconds
Choose the right needle for your fabric
Operate your machine safely
Use straight and zigzag stitches
Start and finish your stitches securely
Machine stitch straight or curved lines
Put up a skirt or trouser hem
Project: Make a tote bag or pattern-free skirt
* Bring a machine or reserve one for the day
25th January: New Year Swap and Sew:
Bring garments to transform or swap
Develop your machine and hand sewing skills: seams, hems, pockets, embellishments.
Get advice on alterations or mending.
Project: Work on garments you have brought with you or that you have swapped with someone else in the group!
15th February: Sew a skirt with a pattern
What makes an easy pattern?
Selecting the right sized pattern
How different fabrics behave
Laying out and cutting a pattern
Perfect seams, hems and fastenings
Project: Easy Skirt. Bring a pattern or buy on the day
22nd February: Hand-sewing Day
Create beautifully hand-sewn hems and joins
Simple decorative mends and embellishments
Project: Make stitch samples to take home, or bring a garment to hem, finish, mend or embellish
15th March: Zips, Buttons and Buttonholes *POSTPONED (to be rescheduled in May/June)
Learn to insert a zip for a skirt, dress or trousers
Sew buttonholes: hand, machine or fully automatic
Make covered buttons to match your garment
Project: Make samples to take home or get help with a specific garment
22nd March: Project completion Day
A day to focus on finishing a garment you have started
Learn and practise new skills
Get help to understand tricky instructions
No excuses, no distractions!
Project: Your choice! Bring one or more items to complete
5th April: Sew pull-on trousers or pyjama bottoms
Select a pattern and fabric for your skill level
Check your measurements and select your size
Lay out and cut your pattern
Stitch and adjust
Choose a flattering and practical length
Project: Trousers / Shorts
– elasticated or drawstring waist and optional pockets
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