Dressmaking, Alterations and Sewing Skills Class

Would you love to make your own clothes, soft furnishings or accessories, or perhaps alter shop-bought garments so they fit perfectly? These friendly and practical workshops are designed to help you build confidence with your sewing machine while developing the skills to tackle a wide range of sewing projects.Whether you're making something from a pattern, adjusting a favourite dress or pair of trousers, or simply want to improve your sewing techniques, Geraldine will guide you every step of the way. With her wealth of experience, she'll help you understand the best approach for your project, ensuring you gain the knowledge and confidence to continue sewing at home.You'll also become more familiar with your sewing machine, learning how to get the best from it while picking up plenty of professional hints, tips and time-saving techniques along the way.### Topics covered include:* Reading and understanding sewing patterns* Taking accurate body measurements* Choosing the correct size and achieving a better fit* Understanding pattern markings and cutting layouts* Altering and adapting shop-bought clothing for a better fit* Repairing and updating existing garments* Choosing and applying the correct interfacing* Selecting the right equipment and notions for your project### Techniques covered include:* Stay stitching* Pocket insertion* Yoke construction* Interfacing techniques* Darts and shaping* Zip insertion and replacement* Professional hemming techniques* General clothing alterations and finishing methodsGeraldine provides plenty of individual support throughout the day, helping you work through your own project at a comfortable pace. Whether you're creating a garment from scratch, altering a favourite item of clothing, or simply looking to improve your sewing skills, you'll leave with greater confidence, practical knowledge and techniques that you'll use time and time again.The workshops are suitable for anyone who wants to make the most of their sewing machine, create clothes that fit beautifully, and breathe new life into existing garments.Cancellation Policy:

• Should Tudor Rose Patchwork have to cancel a workshop, you will receive a full refund.
• Should you wish to cancel your attendance at a workshop more than 30 days before the workshop date, you will receive a refund less our £5 administration fee. Tudor Rose Patchwork may be able to transfer your booking to another date.
• Should you wish to cancel your attendance at a workshop less than 30 days before the workshop date, your payment will only be refunded if we are able to fill your place, less our £5 administration fee.
• Refunds will be made via the original payment method or can be taken in the form of goods or other workshops or group dates to the value of the refund being made.

Good to know:

• The venue has parking. Upon arrival, park in the car park at the front of the shop. Unload your vehicle into your classroom. Staff will then advise you where to park your car for the day at the rear of the complex.
• There is disabled parking and ramps allowing access to all areas. There is a disabled toilet. Staff will help anyone in need of assistance. There is a shop on site selling an enormous range of goods relating to crafting: dressmaking, patchwork & quilting, knitting & crochet, sewing machines, and furniture.
• There is a coffee shop on site called O for Coffee. Attendees at our classes are visited by coffee shop staff regularly throughout the day to take any orders. Anything consumed during your day is sold at a 10% discount. As well as a large choice of hot and cold drinks, the menu comprises savoury choices including sandwiches, paninis, jacket potatoes, and soups. For those with a sweet tooth, there is a selection of cakes and scones made in-house with gluten-free and vegan options.

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