Introduction to Garment Making

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An introduction to garment making for those who know how to use a sewing machine and are ready to progress onto reading patterns and constructing garments. During this 5 week course, we will cut out and sew the Jaimie Pyjamas by Tilly and the Buttons. Your pattern and all fabric and notions needed are included in the price.

Dates:

Week 1: Friday 9th January
Week 2: Friday 16th January
Week 3: Friday 23rd January
Week 4: Friday 30th January
Week 5: Friday 6th February

Time: 10:00am - 12:00noon

Location: The Flying Bobbins Sewing Cabin, Cheam, Surrey, full details sent on booking.

Skill Level: Beginner garment-maker. You should be able to wind a bobbin, thread a machine, do a straight stitch, do a back-stitch, follow a seam allowance.

Price:

£145 - Includes Your Tilly and the Buttons Paper Pattern, fabric and pyjama making kit.

Class Size: 4-6 Adults

About this course

During this 5 week course you will make a pair of cotton pyjama trousers. We will be using the Jaimie (womenswear) or Joe (menswear) pattern by Tilly and the Buttons. These trousers are an easy fit with elasticated waist. We will be adding pockets and a decorative tie at the front. The pace of the class is calm and the atmosphere is friendly and relaxed. This class is perfect for beginners ready to move onto learning about how to follow a sewing pattern and make your own clothes.

Additional Information

Project Details

The Jaimie Or Joe Pyjamas by Tilly and the Buttons

Jaimie Womenswear pattern: UK4 - 34 (Waist 34" - 53")
Joe Menswear pattern: 28" - 46" Waist

Week 1

Choosing a size and cutting out your pattern.

Week 2

Attaching the pockets.

Week 3

Sewing the side seams.

Week 4

Joining the legs .
Creating the waistband.

Week 5

Finishing touches.
Sewing the hem.

What's Included

All equipment, tools and materials will be provided. All you have to do is come along, have fun and learn! You will also receive the paper patterns for the projects made so that you can make them again at home.

Included:

10 hours of sewing tuition divided across 5, 2-hour lessons with a class size of 4 to 6 students.
A Tilly and the Buttons Jaimie/Joe Sewing pattern.
2.4m of 100% organic cotton poplin in a choice of colours.
A pack of Hemline pyjama elastic.
Gutermann Sew-All thread to match your fabric.
1m x Cotton twill tape.
Paper pocket pattern.
Use of all sewing machines and overlockers.
Tea, coffee and light refreshments.
10% off all any additional Jaimie/Joe Pyjama making kits for the duration of the course should you wish to duplicate the project at home.

You Will Learn

How to read a sewing pattern.
How to measure yourself and choose your size.
How to prepare and cut fabric.
How to sew and finish a seam.
How to make an in-seam pocket.
How to make a basic waistband.
How to finish a basic hem.
How to construct pyjamas.

Booking Terms

Full payment for the class shall be taken at point of booking to secure your place. Cash payments cannot be accepted for classes.

Minimum Class Size:

The minimum class size for this course is 4 participants. Should this number not be reached, the class will not be able to run. Flying Bobbins will strive to find a solution, however, in some cases, classes may have to be cancelled due to low numbers. You will be kept informed at all times and a full refund will be given for any cancelled courses.

Cancellation Policy:

Should you wish to cancel, please let me know as soon as possible. Cancellations made less than 3 weeks in advance will be charged at 50%.

Absence:

If you can't make one of the classes, every effort will be made to accommodate you on another class, however this cannot be guaranteed. No refund will be given for missed classes.

In the unlikely event that the class cannot go ahead due to teacher absence, alternative arrangements will be made and a range of dates will be offered to the class. A refund for the missed class will be given where no suitable alternative can be arranged.

Illness:

If you feel unwell, please do not attend. Every effort will be made to find an alternative class so that you can catch up. Video tuition will be provided where available.