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MAKE A TUNIC DRESS

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

PRICE: £75 – pattern included

SESSIONS: 1

LEVEL: Beginner Plus

MAX CLASS SIZE: 4

PATTERN SIZE: UK: XS-XL

HOW TO BOOK:

Bookings are through Stitches & Cream. You can either call, email, or come in to the shop (34 High Street, Falmouth) and book in person. Stitches & Cream are working on their website at the moment, but they plan to have an online booking system soon. All classes should be paid for upfront.

T: 01326 218770

E: info@stitchesandcream.co.uk

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


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In this class you will learn how to make a beginner friendly tunic dress. This tunic dress has a loose cut, with patch pockets on the front, set in sleeves and a facing to finish the neckline. As there are no zips or other fastenings to contend with, this is suitable for those who are relatively new to dress making.

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

  • Sewing techniques

  • Learn to finish seam allowance with zig zag

  • Apply patch pockets

  • Learn how to sew a set in a sleeve

  • Apply a neck facing


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

  • 0.3m of fusing

Fabric suggestions:

Light- to medium-weight woven fabrics, such as linen, double gauze, chambray, cotton lawn, viscose.

Fabric quantities:

Fabric 45”/115cm wide or wider

  • Size XS-XL = 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. 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

Bookings are through Stitches & Cream. You can either call, email, or come in to the shop (34 High Street, Falmouth) and book in person. Stitches & Cream are working on their website at the moment, but they plan to have an online booking system soon. 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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