Name: 2-Day Dressmaking Retreat
Start: 2024-09-28T10:00:00+01:00
Location: Hawkwood, Stroud

You will be starting this 2-Day retreat with an introduction in how to use and follow a paper pattern. You will then go on to cut out your fabric and construct your garment. You will be shown and learn al the skills needed through making samples and through demonstrations.

This re-treat is designed for anyone wanting to start making clothes with little or no dressmaking experience, or simply want to enjoy the art of sewing and creating! We do ask that you have used a sewing machine before and have some basic sewing skills. If you haven't got basic sewing skills yet please sign up for our short or 10 week sewing for beginners course as it is not suitable for complete beginners in sewing.
All of this will be taught in a fun and relaxed way whilst enjoying the wonderful food of Hawkwood College. During the re-treat you can enjoy the beautiful views and surroundings of this magical place.
We will cover the following :
How to follow a paper pattern, learning about the pattern markings and what they mean.
Following a plan and cutting out your fabric correctly.
Learning the art of pairing fabric and pattern.
Measuring yourself and selecting the correct size.
Tweaking fitting issues.
Understanding clothes making terminology.
Suitable seam finishes for different fabrics.
We will be using a pattern with sizing 6 - 28

Time and date:
When: Saturday 28 and Sunday 29 September
Where: Hawkwood College, Stroud
Time: 9.30 am - 4.30/5 pm.
Fee: 255 pounds.
Included: 2-Course organic lunch, coffees, teas and homemade cake.