ZIPPER MASTERCLASS - Wed 9 Jul - 2pm-5pm

ZIPPER MASTERCLASS - Wed 9 Jul - 2pm-5pm

£60.00

SEWING WORKSHOP

WORKSHOP LOCATION: CAST Helston. Google maps link here.

SESSIONS: 1

DATES: Wednesday 9th July 2025

TIME: 2pm-5pm

MAXIMUM PARTICPANTS: 5

LEVEL: Intermediate

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So you’ve been learning how to make your own clothes, but so far haven’t made any garments with zips. Then this is the class for you! We will teach you all the basic techniques you’ll need to start sewing zips and we will cover 3 different types of zips: Centered zip, exposed zip, invisible zip. All the supplies for this class are included in the price, and you will receive a course booklet and a folder to store your zip samples in.

COURSE OUTLINE

Centered zip
Exposed zip
Invisible zip

WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THE PRICE?

Everything is included. You will receive the samples pre-cut ready for you to sew in calico, and all the zips.
A folder for your finished samples to live in.
A booklet that covers all the sewing techniques.
Tea and coffee!

WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING?

A sewing machine in good working order, including zipper foot, invisible zipper foot if you have one, foot pedal and power cable.
A general sewing kit to include: fabric scissors, pins, needles, seam ripper, fabric marker, tape measure etc.

WHO IS THIS CLASS SUITABLE FOR?

This class is a beginner plus level. You should be comfortable with using a sewing machine and sew following the seam allowance. You’ve probably tackled a few dress making projects at home, but haven’t yet had the confidence to insert zips. Or perhaps you’ve sewn zips a while ago and have forgotten how! We will be demonstrating every technique first and then you will have a go.

ABOUT YOUR TEACHER

Helen Shine is a pattern cutter and seamstress who has worked in the fashion industry in London for 10 years. She has cut patterns for several high-end designer brands, including Victoria Beckham, Mary Katrantzou and Karen Millen. She loves sharing the knowledge she has gained over the years with others, to help them on their sewing journey.

WORKSHOP LOCATION

This workshop is held at CAST in Helston.

CAST is a visual arts organisation, based in Helston, Cornwall. Their ambitious programme includes exhibitions of artists’ film, talks, screening events and workshops, as well as learning programmes for schools and creative activities for children, families and young people. CAST also provides studios for artists, an open-access ceramics studio and an excellent Café.

The class room/accessibility:

My classes are held in Studio 4, which is on the ground floor, close to toilets and the cafe, which are all on one level. There is a step free access at the front door. However, if you are parking in Wendron Street car park (see below), there are steps from the car park to the back door entrance to the building, then steps down to the ground floor once you are in the building.

Address:

CAST (Cornubian Arts & Science Trust)
3 Penrose Road
Helston
Cornwall
TR13 8TP

Parking:

The rear entrance to the building can be reached by steps from Wendron Street car park. Click here for Google Maps link.

It costs £4.60 for 12 hours.

PLEASE NOTE: You must put in your car registration number accurately to avoid a fine. Make sure you pay for enough time to cover the workshop to avoid a fine.

Bus:

The U4 runs hourly between Falmouth and Helston.

The 34 runs hourly between Redruth and Helston.

The U4 runs hourly between Penzance and Helston.

CAST is a 5 minute walk from the Seven Stars bus stop, on Coinagehall Street.

CAST Cafe:

When I was looking for a new venue for my workshops, I purposefully chose somewhere with a great onsite cafe! CAST Café is open Wednesday – Saturday | 10am – 4pm

TESTIMONIALS

Thanks for the great hints and tips, I enjoyed learning how to sew in an invisible zip best. I loved the small class size and the great hand outs. I hope to do more classes with you as dates/annual leave allow.

Siobhan Fern - Zipper Masterclass

The best thing I learned today was how to put in a centered zip correctly. I’ve been doing it incorrectly for years! This class was thoroughly enjoyable and excellent tuition, also excellent written photographic instructions. I also came on Helen’s jersey dress workshop, this zipper workshop was equally as good.

Rosie Roberts - Zipper Masterclass