Group Sewing Classes
Skills Session: Finishing Seams Ripon 5th February
Sock Darning for Beginners at The GreenHouse Ripon 26th Feb
Skills Session: Finishing Seams Ripon 5th February
A great way to raise your sewing game is to finish seams in the appropriate way. There are many different methods, all of which depend on the fabric used and the garment type.
We'll work through a number of popular finishes so you have the knowledge to finish your next sewing project in the best and most appropriate way.
A great way to raise your sewing game is to finish seams in the appropriate way. There are many different methods, all of which depend on the fabric used and the garment type.
We'll work through a number of popular finishes so you have the knowledge to finish your next sewing project in the best and most appropriate way.
You will learn:
- French Seams
- Hong Kong Seams
- Zig-Zag
- Flat Felled Seams
- Bias-bound Seams
What's included?
- Fabric for seam samples
- A choice of binding
What you need to bring:
- A pen and paper to make notes
- White thread with which to sew your project
- 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 sewing machine (if you don't have one you can choose to hire one from us for £10)
£65. This course is aimed at advanced beginners.
Class runs for 2 weeks, on Tues 5th and 12th February, from 7.15 - 8.45pm at Saint Wilfrids Community Centre, Coltsgate Hill, Ripon HG4 2AB.
The Skirt Workshop, Ripon 24th February
Sock Darning for Beginners at The GreenHouse Ripon 26th Feb
Skills Session: Finishing Seams Ripon 5th February
Take the next step towards making your handmade wardrobe and learn to sew this beautiful elasticated gathered skirt from French indie pattern brand Jalie. The pattern is a below-the-knee or midi skirt, with in-seam pockets, elastic waistband and optional waist pouch. It has a huge size range from kids aged 2 all the way to 2XL in adults.
Take the next step towards making your handmade wardrobe and learn to sew this beautiful elasticated gathered skirt from French indie pattern brand Jalie. The pattern is a below-the-knee or midi skirt, with in-seam pockets, elastic waistband and optional waist pouch. It has a huge size range from kids aged 2 all the way to 2XL in adults.
You will learn:
- How to read a commercial pattern
- How to measure yourself
- How to insert an elasticated waistband
- How to hem a skirt
- How to French seam a skirt
What's included?
- A commercial printed pattern with skirt variations which you can take home and re-use
What you'll need to bring
- fabric to make your project from. We suggest using a lightweight woven fabric such as cotton, cotton lawn, seersucker, poplin, chambray or linen. I will be in touch a month before class to advise on the fabric amount that you'll need. Please wash fabric before class.
- 1m 15cm of 1 1/2" (4cm) 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 paper scissors, fabric 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.
£100 This course is aimed at confident beginners
Class runs for 3 weeks, on Tues 23rd Feb, 3rd and 10th March from 6.30pm - 8.45pm at Saint Wilfrids Community Centre, Coltsgate Hill, Ripon HG4 2AB.
Sock Darning for Beginners at The GreenHouse Ripon 26th Feb
Sock Darning for Beginners at The GreenHouse Ripon 26th Feb
Sock Darning for Beginners at The GreenHouse Ripon 26th Feb
Socks are one of the most discarded pieces of clothing we own, but are very easy and fun to repair and are also a brilliant garment to start learning how to mend.
Come along to our 2 hour session where we will slow down and look at simple mending techniques to fix holes in clothing.
You will learn:
- How to seed stitch
- How to create a small w
Socks are one of the most discarded pieces of clothing we own, but are very easy and fun to repair and are also a brilliant garment to start learning how to mend.
Come along to our 2 hour session where we will slow down and look at simple mending techniques to fix holes in clothing.
You will learn:
- How to seed stitch
- How to create a small woven darn
- How to be creative with darning
- Various ways to tie threads
What's included?
- Thread
- Needle
What you need to bring:
- a darning mushroom/darning egg or if you don't have one an orange will do!
- A sock with wear or a small hole
- Sewing scissors
£40. This course is aimed at beginners.
Class runs on Thurs 26th Feb from 7 - 9pm at The GreenHouse, 11 North Street
Ripon. HG4 1JY
Introduction to Dressmaking Ripon 5th March
Introduction to Dressmaking Ripon 5th March
Sock Darning for Beginners at The GreenHouse Ripon 26th Feb
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
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's included?
- A commercial printed pattern with various nightwear designs which you can take home and re-use
What you'll need to bring
- 2.5m cotton fabric to make your project from. We suggest using a cotton lawn, seersucker, poplin or flannel
- 1m of 1/2" (12mm) 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.
£95. This course is aimed at confident beginners
Class runs for 3 weeks, on Thurs 5th, 12th and 19th March from 7pm - 9.30pm at Saint Wilfrids Community Centre, Coltsgate Hill, Ripon HG4 2AB.
Baby Leggings Workshop Ripon 17th March
Introduction to Dressmaking Ripon 5th March
Baby Leggings Workshop Ripon 17th March
Learn how to make your own baby leggings in this workshop from sizes premie to 18 months. We’ll provide you with all of the materials to make your leggings, including some of our beautifully soft organic cotton jersey fabrics.
Once you sign up we’ll send you an email with our fabric choices for you to make your leggings from.
You will lear
Learn how to make your own baby leggings in this workshop from sizes premie to 18 months. We’ll provide you with all of the materials to make your leggings, including some of our beautifully soft organic cotton jersey fabrics.
Once you sign up we’ll send you an email with our fabric choices for you to make your leggings from.
You will learn:
- How to interpret and read a simple pattern (from an independent pattern company)
- How to sew with jersey
- How to insert elastic
What's included:
- Organic cotton GOTS certified jersey by Swedish company Elvelyckan Design
- Elastic for the waistband
What you’ll need to bring:
- Thread with which to sew your leggings (we will advise based on your fabric choice)
- 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 sewing machine (if you don't have one you can choose to hire one from us for £10)
£60. This course is aimed at beginners.
Class is on Tues 17th March, from 6.15 - 8.45pm at Saint Wilfrids Community Centre, Coltsgate Hill, Ripon HG4 2AB.
Make a Romper Ripon 24th March
Introduction to Dressmaking Ripon 5th March
Baby Leggings Workshop Ripon 17th March
We’ll provide you with all of the materials you need to make a romper for your little one, including some of our beautifully soft organic cotton jersey fabrics. You don’t need any previous sewing experience to attend as we’ll teach you the basics of sewing with jersey following a simple pattern.
Once you sign up we’ll send you an email wit
We’ll provide you with all of the materials you need to make a romper for your little one, including some of our beautifully soft organic cotton jersey fabrics. You don’t need any previous sewing experience to attend as we’ll teach you the basics of sewing with jersey following a simple pattern.
Once you sign up we’ll send you an email with our fabric choices for you to make your romper from.
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You will learn:
- How to interpret and read a simple pattern (from an independent pattern company)
- How to sew with jersey
- How to insert poppers
- How to attach a cuff
What's included:
- Organic cotton GOTS certified jersey by Swedish company Elvelyckan Design
- A selection of colourful poppers to choose from to complete your outfit
What you’ll need to bring:
- Thread with which to sew your leggings (we will advise based on your fabric choice)
- 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 sewing machine (if you don't have one you can choose to hire one from us for £10)
£60. This course is aimed at beginners.
Class is on Tues 24th March, from 6.15 - 8.45pm at Saint Wilfrids Community Centre, Coltsgate Hill, Ripon HG4 2AB.
Beginners Machine Sewing Ripon 14th April
Beginners Machine Sewing Ripon 14th April
Beginners Machine Sewing Ripon 14th April
If you are new to sewing or have a machine but don't know how to use it, and fancy meeting some like minded people, this is the course for you!
Get to know your sewing machine and learn some basic sewing techniques through a series of small projects that you can take home. This class runs over 3 weeks.
You will learn:
- How to thread and set
If you are new to sewing or have a machine but don't know how to use it, and fancy meeting some like minded people, this is the course for you!
Get to know your sewing machine and learn some basic sewing techniques through a series of small projects that you can take home. This class runs over 3 weeks.
You will learn:
- How to thread and set up your machine
- What the various functions are on your machine
- How to insert a zip
- How to join pieces from a simple sewing pattern
What's included?
- A zip for your bag
What you need to bring:
- 1 meter cotton fabric to make your projects from or 1/2 meter of two different fabrics to make contrasting linings
- Matching thread with which to sew your project
- 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 sewing machine (if you don't have one you can choose to hire one from us for £10)
£90. This course is aimed at beginners.
Class runs for 3 weeks, on Tues 14th, 21st and 28th April, from 6.45 - 9pm at Saint Wilfrids Community Centre, Coltsgate Hill, Ripon HG4 2AB.
The Top/Dress Workshop Ripon 23rd April
Beginners Machine Sewing Ripon 14th April
Beginners Machine Sewing Ripon 14th April
The Cielo Dress & Top by Closet Core Patterns is an easy take on a boxy tee and shift dress. It is a brilliant beginners project and as it's popularity has grown, so has an abundance of inspiration online.
Choose between a semi-cropped top with a cuffed short sleeve or a dramatic gathered long sleeve. Or, make an easy-fitting dress with
The Cielo Dress & Top by Closet Core Patterns is an easy take on a boxy tee and shift dress. It is a brilliant beginners project and as it's popularity has grown, so has an abundance of inspiration online.
Choose between a semi-cropped top with a cuffed short sleeve or a dramatic gathered long sleeve. Or, make an easy-fitting dress with sleek inseam pockets, or without pockets. All views have a slightly dropped shoulder, angled shoulder yoke and roomy fit, with a choice between an elegant bias binding or a faced neckline finish. Size UK 4 to approx 24. This class runs over 3 weeks.
You will learn:
- How to read a commercial pattern
- How to measure yourself
- How to use interfacing
- How to finish a neckline using bias binding or a facing
What's included?
- A commercial printed pattern with style variations which you can take home and re-use
What you need to bring:
- For the Top, up to 3.2 meters, for the dress up to 3.8m. Please wash your fabric before class
- Matching thread with which to sew your project
- 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 sewing machine (if you don't have one you can choose to hire one from us for £10)
£100. This course is aimed at beginners.
Class runs for 3 weeks, on Thurs 23rd, 30th April and 7th May, from 7 - 9.45pm at Saint Wilfrids Community Centre, Coltsgate Hill, Ripon HG4 2AB.