With Karen Odinga. A three-week course, meeting each Wednesday evening from 12th to 26th January. £21 for the full course paid in advance, or £7.50 per week (total £22.50). A smart A-line skirt is always a great wardrobe staple. Learn to sew this fitted style of skirt with a back zipper and back slit. This style has a plain waist (no separate waistband). Pattern will be provided at cost of £3 that you can keep and reuse forever. Please e-mail kodinga23@gmail.com  me prior to the first session as to what size you will require. Determine your size by your hip measurement or waist (if larger).  If you fall in between sizes, size up. If you need guidance, just e-mail me! Size In Inches Small Medium   Large X-Large XX-Large Bust 31.5-32.5 in 34-36in 38-40in 42-44in 46-48in Waist 24-25in 26.5-28in 30-32in 34-37in 39-41.5in Hip 33.5-34.5in 36-38in 40-42in 44-46in 48-50in Finished Measurement at Hipline (the amount of ease given in your chosen size) 37 1/2in 41in 45in 49in 53in Back Length from Waist (you can make it shorter or longer as required) 23 in 23in 23in 23in 23in Fabric required (in meters) Fabric 45” wide 1.5 meters 1.75 meters 1.75 meters 1.75 meters 1.75 meters Fabric 60” wide 1.25 meters 1.25 meters 1.25 meters 1.25 meters 1.25 meters   Also required: Sewing machine with manual all leads and attachments. 1 meter of iron on lightweight interfacing. All purpose thread to match fabric. 1 7- inch zipper to match fabric. 1 hook & […]

With Pam Jermy. 5 weeks from 28th January 2022.

With Tabatha Mitchel-Simons. Handstitch a companion from a cloth memory.

With Karen Odinga. A five-week course, meeting on Wednesday evenings: 9th, 16th and 23rd February, 2nd and 9th March. Please note there will be an additional charge of £3 for the pattern, to be paid to the tutor at the first session. Sew an unlined, lightweight wrap jacket for spring either long or mid- length. A throw on jackets that keeps the chill off on an early spring or autumn day. This sew along is suitable for those confident beginners who have sewn a simple item (like a bag or other simple pattern) and are familiar with their sewing machine’s operation. Please contact Karen by e-mail kodinga23@gmail.com if you have any queries about the project, fabric requirements etc. Suitable Fabrics: Challis, Lightweight Denim, Chambray, Soft lightweight linen types, lightweight wool blends, Suedette. Extra fabric needed to match one-way designs or plaids. Patterns will be provided at a nominal charge of £3.00.This is a multi -sized pattern so all sizes are included for you to choose your particular size.   Size   8   10   12   14   16   18   20   22   Bust (in)   31   32   34   36   38   40   42   44 Finished Garment Measurements (Bust (in)       42     43     44     46     48     50     52     54   Waist (in)   24   25   26   28   30   32 […]

With Karen Odinga. Dates TBC but will be Monday evenings - please register your interest below.   Making a series of children's clothes, one item at a time, with various options and learning the techniques that make clothes that fit your kids well. Age 1- 6. Requirements: Sewing machine and accessories Whilst this class is aimed at beginners, you must be able to sew a little and be able to thread your machine.

With Karen Odinga. A five-week course, meeting on Wednesday evenings: 16th and 23rd and 30th March, 6th and 13th April. Please note there will be an additional charge of £3 for the pattern, to be paid to the tutor at the first session. No wardrobe would be complete with a lovely dress which you can wear casually or style it up. This wrap style has semi fitted bodice, flared skirt and collar. The hem falls below mid knee and ¾ length sleeves (which can be altered as desired) Session dates (5) March 16,23,30 April 6, 13 This session is suitable for confident beginners who have already sewn a simple, basic item (like a bag or other simple pattern) and are familiar with their sewing machine operations. Please look at the size charts and determine your size. Please  let Karen know at least a week before the first session what pattern pack size you need. There will be a nominal charge of £3.00 for the pattern. If you have any queries about the garment, fabric requirements, sizing etc. e-mail Karen at kodinga23@gmail.com and help is always at hand!   Additional Requirements: Sewing machine with all attachments, leads and manual Thread to match fabric 1 pack hooks & eyes 1 meter of lightweight fusible interfacing   Suitable Fabrics: Soft Linen & linen blends, Cotton & cotton blends, medium weight viscose and viscose blends. Allow for extra fabric for one way designs.   Sizes and Material Requirements. Pattern Pack A to include sizes […]