february, 2026
Event Details
Our Beginners Sewing 3 class is designed to help participants move into making their own clothes and is a natural a follow on class
Event Details
Our Beginners Sewing 3 class is designed to help participants move into making their own clothes and is a natural a follow on class to our ‘Beginners Sewing 1’ (introduction to using a sewing machine) & Beginners Sewing 2 (zips, buttonholes & bindings) or for those who already have been using a sewing machine and made various items but are new to garment making and working with patterns.
Through this class participants will start to understand how to use commercial patterns, the terminolgy used, follow the consruction process and get the right fit. In the afternoon build your sewing confidence by going through the steps of making a simple garment (Depending on your choice of pattern you may need to complete the garment at home or at one of our fortnightly Thursday evening “Craft Clubs”)
On completion of this class participants will confidently be able to:
– Understand the terms of reference and how to read commercial patterns.
– Know which areas of your body to measure to check against the pattern sizing to ensure you get the correct fit and have enough fabric!
– Preparing the cloth* for cutting and transferring pattern features.
-Understanding grain line, seam allowances and notches.
– Apply foundational elements such as darts, pleats, pockets and fastenings.
– “Top Stitch” and “Understitch”.
– Start your journey towards creating durable and professionally made garments.
*We also encourage using patterns for creative upcycling and reuse, and sourcing second hand textiles and clothing as a source of cloth for ‘new’ garments.
Class Size: 4 students
TIME: 11am – 5:30pm
Please Bring: Your choice of pattern and suitable fabric to accompany (plus a suitable zip if needed). We suggest something straightforward such as a top / t-shirt, skirt/shorts or simple trouser designs or even bag designs. Please contact us if you’d like to discuss pattern choices and receive some guidance. We have a selection of threads and some habberdashery and also some test patterns and calico if you can use if you just want to go through the process.
PRICE: £90
HOW TO BOOK: You can BOOK ONLINE (+ Eventbrite Booking Fee) E_mail or Call us on 020 7275 8043 (to avoid online booking fee!) Our Booking Terms & Conditions
Please Note: The workshop will take place in the Fabrications studio (which is downstairs from the shop via 12 steps)
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Time
(Saturday) 11:00 am - 5:30 pm
Organizer
Barley MasseyTextile Designer Maker & Founder/Caretaker of Fabrications Venuebarley@fabrications1.co.uk 7 Broadway Market
Fabrications7 Broadway MarketThe workshop / event takes place in the Fabrications "Imaginerium" studio located downstairs from the shop area.