Description
September 12th 9.30am - 4.30pm and 13th 9.30am - 3.30pm
13 hours
Learn to sew a dress in a weekend.
Do you have an event coming up and planning a special dress? Maybe you would like some help sewing a dress in a fabric you haven't sewn with before. Our 'learn to sew a dress' class is an ideal way to get all the support you need through those techniques you haven't tackled before.
Choose from the Peony, Fleur, Aspen or Lisi dress and have the expert support of Zoe Edwards for the weekend.
The amount of time will vary depending on your experience and the dress you choose. We may recommend cutting out some or all of your pattern/fabric prior to the class but can support with choosing the correct size. As people will be sewing different dresses, there won't be explicit demos for this class but you will be supported to sew your chosen dress.
The pattern is included in the price of the class. If you already have the pattern we can refund the cost of the pattern. This can be sent out to you prior to the class so you can roughly cut out around the pieces.
Please contact us if you would like to pay in instalments and we can discuss options.
Who is the class for?
This is an advanced beginner or intermediate class (we can help choose the right pattern for your level)
What will you learn?
- To take your own measurements
- Determine what size you need to make, including what cup size
- Use a cutting layout to cut out your fabric
- Transfer pattern markings to fabric
- Techniques will depend on the pattern you choose but you can also listen in to the support others are receiving for their dresses.
What will you need?
- Your chosen fabric (see size chart and fabric requirements via the links to each FG dress pattern above). We recommend prewashing your fabric to ensure your finished garment doesn't shrink the first time you wash it.
- Thread to match.
- A full list will be sent on choosing your pattern.
Once booked, you will receive a code for 10% off fabric, patterns and haberdashery. This code will then be yours for all future purchases.
What is included?
- Use of our sewing machines and overlockers
- Use of a number of high cutting tables
- Use of any equipment you might need
- The pattern
Class size
6
Teacher
Zoe Edwards
Zoe has been teaching sewing and dressmaking classes for over a decade at various establishments in London and across Sussex, including Sew Over It, Tilly and the Buttons, and The Village Haberdashery. Having worked in various design, production and manufacture roles within (and outside) the clothing industry, a passion for DIY creativity and sustainability led her to become a key figure in the online sewing community. A sewing blogger, author and podcaster, Zoe shares her knowledge and experience through various mediums.
Please read our cancellation policy
Refreshments
Tea, coffee and biscuits/snacks will be available throughout the class. We recommend that you bring lunch with you as there are not many options to purchase lunch nearby.
We have a kitchen with a fridge and microwave here at the studio.
Photography
Photographs are sometimes taken during the class for promotional purposes. If you would prefer not to be photographed, please let us know.
About Our Studio
Our Sewing classes are all held in our spacious sewing studio in Brighton & Hove. Our Sewing studio is easily accessible by train (nearest station Fishersgate) or bus from Brighton. We also have parking on site.
Accessibility
Our studio is only accessible by stairs.
If you have any questions, please feel free to Contact us
