This course is suitable for those who have completed the beginners course or those who already have some garment sewing experience and want to learn some more skills to make a wider range of garments.
You will learn extra sewing techniques, that will allow you to make garments such as tops, waistcoats and dresses.
On this course you will learn how to:
- Insert a sleeve using the flat method
- Insert a set in sleeve
- Attach an all in one facing (or lining) around the neck and armhole
- Make a patch pocket
- Insert a pocket into a seam

EVENING COURSE
START DATE: 24th March 2025
DURATION: Monday for 5 weeks
TIME: 6pm – 8.30pm
LEVEL: beginners+
MAX IN A CLASS: 5
COST: £190
INTENSIVE COURSE
DATE: 14th/15th & 16th May 2025
DURATION: 3 day intensive Wed/Thurs/Fri
TIME: 10am – 2pm
LEVEL: beginners+
MAX IN A CLASS: 5
COST: £190
To book onto this worskhop please contact us by email or phone with your address, postcode and a contact number.
Skills needed to take this class…
You should be able to make a simple garment such as a skirt with seams and darts – see content of beginners garment construction
Workshop includes…
- Supporting written information to take home
- All materials for the 5 weeks of techniques are included in the cost.
- Use of studio equipment and tools.** (If you need to borrow a sewing machine for this session please let us know when you book.)
Materials required:
- None
Location:
- Our studio in Gateshead see full details here
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