PRICE: £75 – pattern included
SESSIONS: 1
LEVEL: Intermediate - sewing with stretch
MAX CLASS SIZE: 4
PATTERN SIZE: US 0-18 (UK 4-22)
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 one day class, you will make a raglan sleeve sweatshirt, complete with ribbed cuffs, hem band and neck band. This is a perfect project to tackle if you have never sewn with stretch before. This is a beginner plus class, you should be comfortable with using a sewing machine and sew following the seam allowance. By the end of the day you will have cut out and sewn a sweatshirt, and you will have a pattern that you can use to make more at home.
TECHNIQUES YOU WILL LEARN
Learn how to use a pattern
Check which size to make
How to prepare and lay the fabric
How to cut correctly
Stretch sewing techniques
Learn to finish raw edges with zig zag
Apply folded neck, cuff and hem bands
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
Ribbing: 5/8 Yard of 36” wide ribbing
Fabric suggestions:
Medium weight knits with a minimum of 20% stretch such as French terry, sweatshirt fleece, sweater knits, and jersey.
Fabric quantities:
Fabric 45”/115cm wide
Size US 0-6 = 1 2/3 Yards
Size US 8-10 = 1 3/4 Yards
Size US 12-14 = 1 7/8 Yards
Size US 16-18 = 2 1/8 Yards
Fabric 55”/150cm wide
Size US 0-4 = 1 1/3 Yards
Size US 6-10 = 1 1/2 Yards
Size US 12-14 = 1 2/3 Yards
Size US 16-18 = 1 7/8 Yards
You might want to have different colour sleeves like our sample. If so, it would be best to open out the pattern before hand and double check how much of each colour you will need.
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.
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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