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This course is an ideal follow on from the Beginners Machine Sewing Class. You will learn how to read and understand commercial patterns and the techniques used for making your own clothes, whilst making a pair of long legged pyjama bottoms or shorts (pattern included in cost). You will learn:
How to read a commercial pattern
How to measure yourself
How to insert an elasticated waistband
How to hem trouser legs
How to make a buttonhole
What you'll need to bring:
2.6m cotton fabric to make your project from. We suggest using a cotton lawn, 'quilting cotton', poplin or flannel
1.5m of 1" (25mm) wide elastic
Matching thread. We recommend using a good quality brand such as Gütermann or Coats
A sewing machine (if you don't have one you can choose to hire one from us for £10)
A sewing kit including scissors or rotary cutter, a quick unpick, pins, tailors chalk or fabric pen, tape measure or ruler, spare needles for your sewing machine. Kit is available to borrow if you don't have your own.
A buttonhole foot for your machine (don't worry if you are unsure about this-we won't do it until lesson 2, so you have a chance to ask in the first session)
£100. This course is aimed at confident beginners
Class runs for 3 weeks on Thursday 7th, 14th and 21st Jan, from 12.30-3pm at Saint Wilfrids Community Centre, Coltsgate Hill, Ripon HG4 2AB.
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