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MAKE A SHIFT DRESS

  • Stitches & Cream 34 High Street Falmouth, TR11 2AD (map)

Final image credit: Nina Lee

PRICE: £75 – pattern included

SESSIONS: 1

LEVEL: Beginner Plus

MAX CLASS SIZE: 4

PATTERN SIZE: UK 8 – 20

HOW TO BOOK:

Bookings are through the venues website

If you have any questions before booking then please don’t hesitate to send me an email

Please see our cancellation policy before booking


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In this class you will learn how to sew the very popular Nina Lee Carnaby shift dress. This pattern is perfect for playing with colour blocking, using two different colour fabrics of a similar weight, as there is a seam to separate the skirt and bodice. Or if you prefer, you can keep it subtle with a little contrast colour on the inside of the pockets. This dress is finished with a facing at the armhole and neckline, and fastens with an exposed zip at the back neck. Also – IT HAS POCKETS!!

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 neck and armholes with an all in one facing

  • Learn to insert an exposed 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

  • 8” closed end exposed zip in a matching colour to your fabric (can be plastic or metal)

  • 0.6 metres medium weight fusible interfacing

  • Gros grain for the zip guard

Fabric suggestions:

Medium weight woven fabric of your choice. If you would like to colour block bring options of another woven fabric of similar weight. Fabrics such as cottons, chambray, cotton lawn, crepe, denim, corduroy, linen, jacquard and brocade would be an ideal choice for this dress.

Fabric quantities:

Fabric 45”/115cm wide or wider

  • Varies from 1.7m – 2.7m, check image at top of page for your size.

Fabric 60”/150cm wide or wider

  • All sizes = 1.4m

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.


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HOW TO BOOK

Bookings are through Stitches & Cream website

Or you can call, email, or come in to the shop (34 High Street, Falmouth) and book in person. All classes should be paid for upfront.

T: 01326 218770

E: info@stitchesandcream.co.uk

A: Stitches & Cream, 34 High Street, Falmouth, TR11 2AD


CANCELLATIONS

Please click here to view our cancellations policy before booking any classes with us.


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