Practical Sewing Skills: Zip It Up (3-week course)

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Practical Sewing Skills: Zip It Up (3-week course)

12 January 2022 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm

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 & eye closure.

Suggested fabrics: Cotton, cotton or linen blends, wool blends, viscose blends. Nothing too sheer. Extra fabric will be required for one- way designs or matching plaids. Best to choose an overall pattern if you are a beginner. E-mail for guidance if unsure.

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    Thank you for registering your interest in one of our classes. Our admin team will be in touch to confirm your attendance. In the meantime, if you have any further questions feel free to contact us by email at info@braintreecommunitycentre.org.uk or telephone 01376 323280.

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    Details

    • Date: 12 January, 2022
    • Time:
      7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
    • Cost: £21

    Venue

    • Braintree Community Centre
    • 19-21 Bocking End
      Braintree, CM7 9AE United Kingdom
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    Tutor

    • Karen Odinga
    • Email kodinga23@gmail.com

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    Information for Students

    Limited parking to the side and rear of the centre.  Wheelchair access is available at the front of the Centre.
     

    Payment

    Class fees are payable on the day at reception on arrival.  Workshop fees must be paid 2 weeks before, either in person or by phone unless otherwise stated.