
Dressmaking Skills - Menswear Shirt - IPS
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This is a two-day class held at Franklins in Ipswich. The workshop focuses on the practical skills required for constructing a men's short-sleeved shirt. Participants can attend this session for a fee of £68.00.
A two day class for making a men's short sleeved shirt.
Will teach you how to make a men's short sleeved shirt. You will learn:
How to measure accurately and choose a pattern size
Tracing pattern pieces
Understanding pattern markings
Cutting your pattern pieces from your fashion fabric
Inserting a collar and collar stand
Topstitching a breast pocket
Making a button placket, and installing buttons and buttonholes on your machine
Hemming and finishing your woven fabric
THIS IS A 2 DAY CLASS.
Set 1: The first day is Thursday 16th April and the class continues on Thursday 23rd April.
Set 2: The first day is Thursday 23rd July and the class continues on Thursday 30th July.
Set 3: The first day is Tuesday 20th October and the class continues on Tuesday 27th October.
The class runs from 10.00 - 15.30 on both days. You must be able to attend both dates. The pattern is provided for this class.
By the end of the class you should have a fully completed men's short sleeved shirt, and the confidence to make more when you return home.
Pattern, sewing machines, thread and notions will be included in the cost of the course, but students should bring their own fashion fabric, buttons and interfacing, and co-ordinating thread if desired, to make the shirt from. Please see the chart below in photos for details. If you require assistance please ask in store.
Never sewn before? Try our beginners class here
Supplied:
Machines
Scissors
Pins
Tape Measures
thread and notions
Sewing pattern
Tea and Coffee.
Required:
Fabric (SEE CHART IN PHOTOS BELOW), please bear in mind that you will need to purchase more for directional prints or if you need to add additional length. Does not include extra for shrinkage. Woven fabrics such as cotton poplin, cotton lawn, flannel etc. Stretch fabrics are not suitable for this pattern.
Lunch
Any further queries, please email us at ipswich@franklinsgroup.com
Classes are suitable for everyone over the age of 18.
To Book a class you can either give us a call on 01473254276, come into store or book online.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
Staying overnight?
Hotels within walking distance of Franklins.
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Frequently asked questions
Dressmaking Skills - Menswear Shirt - IPS takes place on Tuesday, 20 October 2026 at 10:00.
Dressmaking Skills - Menswear Shirt - IPS is held at Franklins in Ipswich (45-49 Westgate Street, Ipswich, IP1 3DX).
Tickets for Dressmaking Skills - Menswear Shirt - IPS are priced at £68. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
The forecast for Dressmaking Skills - Menswear Shirt - IPS is Overcast · 13°C.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Franklins can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for Dressmaking Skills - Menswear Shirt - IPS can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
Editorial summaryAbout this event
This is a two-day class held at Franklins in Ipswich. The workshop focuses on the practical skills required for constructing a men's short-sleeved shirt. Participants can attend this session for a fee of £68.00.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
A two day class for making a men's short sleeved shirt.
Will teach you how to make a men's short sleeved shirt. You will learn:
How to measure accurately and choose a pattern size
Tracing pattern pieces
Understanding pattern markings
Cutting your pattern pieces from your fashion fabric
Inserting a collar and collar stand
Topstitching a breast pocket
Making a button placket, and installing buttons and buttonholes on your machine
Hemming and finishing your woven fabric
THIS IS A 2 DAY CLASS.
Set 1: The first day is Thursday 16th April and the class continues on Thursday 23rd April.
Set 2: The first day is Thursday 23rd July and the class continues on Thursday 30th July.
Set 3: The first day is Tuesday 20th October and the class continues on Tuesday 27th October.
The class runs from 10.00 - 15.30 on both days. You must be able to attend both dates. The pattern is provided for this class.
By the end of the class you should have a fully completed men's short sleeved shirt, and the confidence to make more when you return home.
Pattern, sewing machines, thread and notions will be included in the cost of the course, but students should bring their own fashion fabric, buttons and interfacing, and co-ordinating thread if desired, to make the shirt from. Please see the chart below in photos for details. If you require assistance please ask in store.
Never sewn before? Try our beginners class here
Supplied:
Machines
Scissors
Pins
Tape Measures
thread and notions
Sewing pattern
Tea and Coffee.
Required:
Fabric (SEE CHART IN PHOTOS BELOW), please bear in mind that you will need to purchase more for directional prints or if you need to add additional length. Does not include extra for shrinkage. Woven fabrics such as cotton poplin, cotton lawn, flannel etc. Stretch fabrics are not suitable for this pattern.
Lunch
Any further queries, please email us at ipswich@franklinsgroup.com
Classes are suitable for everyone over the age of 18.
To Book a class you can either give us a call on 01473254276, come into store or book online.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
StayStaying overnight?
Hotels within walking distance of Franklins. Searching near 45-49 Westgate Street, Ipswich, IP1 3DX; check-in Tuesday, 20 October 2026.
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When is Dressmaking Skills - Menswear Shirt - IPS?
Dressmaking Skills - Menswear Shirt - IPS takes place on Tuesday, 20 October 2026 at 10:00.
Where is Dressmaking Skills - Menswear Shirt - IPS taking place?
Dressmaking Skills - Menswear Shirt - IPS is held at Franklins in Ipswich (45-49 Westgate Street, Ipswich, IP1 3DX).
How much are tickets for Dressmaking Skills - Menswear Shirt - IPS?
Tickets for Dressmaking Skills - Menswear Shirt - IPS are priced at £68. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
What will the weather be like at Dressmaking Skills - Menswear Shirt - IPS?
The forecast for Dressmaking Skills - Menswear Shirt - IPS is Overcast · 13°C.
Is there anywhere to stay near Dressmaking Skills - Menswear Shirt - IPS?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Franklins can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for Dressmaking Skills - Menswear Shirt - IPS?
Tickets for Dressmaking Skills - Menswear Shirt - IPS can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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45-49 Westgate Street, Ipswich, IP1 3DX
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