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PRICE: £75 – pattern included
SESSIONS: 1
LEVEL: Beginner Plus
MAX CLASS SIZE: 4
PATTERN SIZE: UK 8 – 20
HOW TO BOOK:
Contact Helen by email to arrange a 1-1 class. We are not currently running group classes.
TELL ME MORE
In this class you will make a pair of culottes. These culottes have a simple and flattering shape with wide legged trousers and they are only fitted at the waist so easy for sewing and fitting. They sit on the natural waist and have two finishing options with either a waistband or facing at the waist. They both have single darts at the front and double at the back to add shape, and fasten with an invisible side zip.
TECHNIQUES YOU WILL LEARN
Check which size to make
How to prepare and lay the fabric
How to cut correctly
Learn to finish raw edges
Learn to finish the waist with a facing or waistband
Learn to insert an invisible zip
Hemming
WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THE PRICE?
The pattern, which you can take home and use again
Use of all our equipment including brand new sewing machines
WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING?
Fabrics and notions are not included in the price – there will be a wide selection of gorgeous fabrics to buy at the start of the class from Stitches & Cream. You will receive a discount of 10% on fabrics that you buy for the course.
Matching thread
9” invisible zip in a matching colour to your fabric
Interfacing – lightweight
Fabric suggestions:
Light to medium weight woven fabric with lots of drape of your choice. Something like linen, crepe, viscose or rayon would be ideal. If you don’t have much sewing experience, I would strongly suggest buying a stable fabric to sew this in, as a slippery silk will be rather tricky!!
Fabric quantities:
See size chart above for more info, but I have listed them below too.
Fabric 45”/115cm wide or wider
Finished with waistband:
Size 8-14 = 2.1m
Size 16-18 = 2.2m
Size 20 = 2.8m
Finished with waist facing:
Size 8-10 = 2.1m
Size 12-14 = 2.3m
Size 16-18 = 2.4m
Size 20 = 2.5m
Fabric 60”/150cm wide or wider
Finished with waistband:
Size 8-16 = 2.1m
Size 18-20 = 2.2m
Finished with waist facing:
Size 8-16 = 2.1m
Size 18 = 2.2m
Size 20 = 2.5m
It’s a good idea to have pre-washed your fabric so that you know the shrinking is done before you sew a garment. This is especially important for stretch fabrics! Wash the fabric on the temperature you normally wash your clothes, or a bit higher. If you are buying the fabric on the day of the class, you can use our steam iron to pre-shrink the fabric before cutting.
If you have any questions about how much fabric you’ll need, come into the shop or email us and we’ll be able to assist you.
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 sewing projects at home, but want to improve your dressmaking skills and start to understand dress making patterns.
ABOUT YOUR TEACHER
Helen is a pattern cutter 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. Whether they are taking their first steps into the fashion industry, or improving their home sewing techniques.
HOW TO BOOK
Contact Helen by email to arrange a 1-1 class. We are not currently running group classes.
CANCELLATIONS
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