Sew an A-line skirt in a day
Introduction to dressmaking for beginners
Workshop Description
Suitable for those who can already set up a sewing machine and stitch in a straight line. Sew a flattering and timeless skirt in this one day workshop. You’ll learn to use and fit a commercial pattern, insert a zip and line a garment. The fee includes the fabulous multi-size (size 8-22) Amy Butler, Barcelona skirt pattern worth £14.00 which you’ll be using on the day - and get to take home so that you can make it again and again. And even better the pattern includes three different takes on the A-line style so that each new skirt you make can look quite different to the one before. You will need to bring: 1.75 metres of 115 cms wide light to mid-weight cotton fabric 1.55 metres of 115 cms wide toning light-weight cotton for the skirt lining 18cm coordinating zip 1 small hook and eye 1 reel of coordinating all-purpose thread You can bring your own sewing machine as long as it's in good working order (there will be no time to troubleshoot poor functioning sewing machines) and is less than 10 years old. This class includes a break for lunch. Please bring your own packed lunch or alternatively there are a variety of shops a short walk from the venue where you can purchase a snack. Tea and coffee will be provided. It's important that you arrive on time so that you do not miss any of the introduction. Parking is available in the venue's own car park.

