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PRICE: £85 – pattern included
SESSIONS: 1
LEVEL: Intermediate - sewing with stretch
MAX CLASS SIZE: 4
PATTERN SIZE: UK 6-24 or 16-34 – Please let us know which size bracket you will need when you book the class.
HOW TO BOOK:
Contact Helen by email to arrange a 1-1 class. We are not currently running group classes.
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In this class you will learn how to make a wrap cardigan, using the Pearl pattern From Tilly and the Buttons. Elevate your knitwear with Pearl, a V-neck wrap cardigan that’s bang on trend. Pearl is cropped at the waist and fastens at the side with an adjustable tie. It has dropped shoulders, a relaxed fit across the bust and a deep hem band.
Choose between classic long straight sleeves, short sleeves or statement balloon sleeves with cosy cuffs. Wear Pearl with jeans, a denim skirt or over your favourite dress – it’s the perfect cardigan to tie your look together.
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 with stretch fabric
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.
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Fabric suggestions:
Medium-weight drapey knit fabrics with at least 20% stretch, such as Hacci knit, sweater knit, jacquard knit, stretch velvet, ponte, interlock, lighter weight French terry.
Fabric quantities:
Sizes 6 – 24
140 cm (56″) wide fabric: Long straight/balloon sleeve, 1.9 – 2.1 m (2 1/8 – 2 3/8 yd) // Short sleeve, 1.8 – 1.9 m (2 – 2 1/8 yd).
115 cm (45″) wide fabric: Long straight/balloon sleeve, 2.2 – 2.6 m (2 1/2 – 2 7/8 yd) // Short sleeve, 2 – 2.4 m (2 1/4 – 2 5/8 yd).
Sizes 16 – 34
140 cm (56″) wide fabric: Long straight/balloon sleeve, 2.1 – 2.3 m (2 3/8 – 2 1/2 yd) // Short sleeve, 1.9 – 2.2 m (2 1/8 – 2 1/2 yd).
115 cm (45″) wide fabric (sizes 16-26 only): Long straight/balloon sleeve, 2.8 m (3 1/8 yd) // Short sleeve, 2.4 m (2 5/8 yd).
Note: The two size bands have been drafted and graded separately, with different proportions in mind. The UK 16 – 34 size band has a slightly fuller tummy and a curvier bust (a 10 cm/4″ difference between high bust and full bust, as opposed to a 5 cm/2″ difference).
Important
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 an intermediate – sewing with stretch level. You should be comfortable with using a sewing machine and have made quite a few garments at home. You know how to use a pattern, but you are new to sewing with stretch. In these classes we focus on how to sew with stretch fabrics, using a regular sewing machine.
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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