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Unlock your wardrobe potential in this 6-week hands-on workshop! Master sewing machine basics, pattern cutting, and garment construction , Here is the updated Eventbrite listing reflecting the price change to £170: Title: Introduction to Garment Sewing: 6-Week Beginner Workshop Series Organizer: [Your Studio / Business Name] Category: Classes / Crafts & Sewing Summary Unlock your wardrobe potential in this 6-week hands-on workshop! Master sewing machine basics, pattern cutting, and garment construction as you sew your own custom top and pants set. Event Description Unlock your wardrobe potential with our late autumn / winter workshop series! This comprehensive 6-week workshop is designed for complete beginners or anyone looking to refresh their foundational sewing skills. Guided step-by-step by expert instructors, you will learn to read patterns, prep fabrics, and construct a simple garment. Key Details Price: £170 (Includes 6 sessions & Week 1 practice fabric) Total Duration: 15 Hours (6 x 2.5-hour sessions) Skill Level: Absolute Beginner (No prior experience required) Goal: Construct a simple garmrent Workshop Dates & Schedule Please note the updated Wednesday schedule (skipping 2 December): Week 1: Wednesday, 28 October 2026 (No Class: Wednesday, 4 November 2026 — Break Week) Week 2: Wednesday, 11 November 2026 Week 3: Wednesday, 18 November 2026 Week 4: Wednesday, 25 November 2026 (No Class: Wednesday, 2 December 2026 — Break Week) Week 5: Wednesday, 9 December 2026 Week 6: Wednesday, 16 December 2026 Itemised Week-to-Week Curriculum Week 1: Machine Mastery & Pattern Foundations Machine setup, threading, bobbin winding, and basic maintenance Machine safety, tension, stitch selection, and sewing straight lines/curves Sewing standard seams, backstitching, and finishing raw edges (zigzag, serger alternatives, French seams) Week 2: Fabric Preparation & Essential Seaming How to read pattern envelopes for tops and trousers (size charts, fabric requirements, and notions) Taking accurate body measurements (bust, waist, hips, inseam) and tracing patterns to preserve originals Understanding fabric types (woven vs. knit) and grainlines Week 3: Pattern Layout, Grainlines & Master Cutting Understanding lengthwise, crosswise, and bias grains Pinning pattern pieces parallel to selvedges for both top and pant panels Best practices for cutting tools (shears vs. rotary cutters) and transferring pattern markings (notches, waist lines) Week 4: First Steps in Construction & Shaping Reading step-by-step commercial pattern instruction sheets Assembling main bodice and shoulder seams; preparing short 1/4 sleeves Basting side seams and trouser crotch curves for initial fitting checks Week 5: Main Assembly, Waistbands & Fit Fine-Tuning Attaching 1/4 sleeves and executing permanent seams along top and trousers Constructing clean fabric casings and threading elastic waistbands smoothly for the pants Edge finishing raw internal seams prior to final assembly Week 6: Professional Finishing Touches Hemming techniques for sleeve cuffs, top hem, and trouser leg hems Finishing top necklines cleanly using facings or bias binding Final garment pressing, thread trimming, and fabric care guidance Group Show & Tell, Q&A, and expert advice for future projects Frequently Asked Questions I have never used a sewing machine before. Is this for me? Yes! This course is built specifically for absolute beginners. We start from scratch in Week 1, teaching you how to thread and control the machine. Can I bring my own sewing machine? Yes! Bringing your own machine helps build confidence on the equipment you'll use at home. However, studio machines are available to use free of charge. Is fabric included in the price? Practice fabric for Week 1 is included. For your top and pants set, you will select and purchase your own fabric after Week 1 with our guided recommendations. What happens if I miss a week? Because each session builds on the last, we encourage attending all dates. If you miss a class, catch-up notes will be provided, but make-up sessions are not available. Spaces are strictly limited to ensure plenty of individual attention. Reserve your sewing table today!

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