Dressmaking Course, Nellies Fabric Shop, Pershore

A 6 week course focusing on the basic sewing techniques required to form a good basis from which to make a number of garments.

Over the course of the six weeks you will learn and practice a number of techniques whilst making a dress as your final garment. Techniques covered are .. Week 0ne Pattern reading and cutting. Transferring pattern markings and prepare pattern pieces ready for sewing. Week Two Constructing seams and seam finishing. Week 3 Inserting zip and fitting bodice. Week 4 Inserting sleeves Week 5 Create pockets and insert into the side seams. Week 6 Gathering and attaching skirt, finishing seams and hem skirt. What’s Included Sewing Pattern Use of equipment Tea, Coffee and biscuits. Zip, thread and hook and eye fastening. You will need. Fabric (10% discount on fabrics purchased from us for use on the workshop) Suitable for those who are familiar with threading a machine and changing stitch settings or have attended the Beginners machine sewing course. No previous dressmaking knowledge is required.

3 hrs  per week  cost £180 for 6 weeks 

Starting on 23rd April 2025, 10:00 am

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