WORKSHOPS
At Love Dressmaking we offer a range of workshops throughout the year in Newport and Shrewsbury.
One-day workshops are planned so that everyone makes up the same design / pattern in their own choice of fabric.
Half-day workshops give learners the chance to learn specific dressmaking techniques.
‘Sewing on Saturday’ workshops are general dressmaking or sewing sessions that run monthly in Newport.
Refreshments are included in all workshops. You will need to bring your own lunch to full day workshops.
Skill Levels
1.BEGINNERS: You can use a sewing machine and have experimented with making simple items
2.BEGINNERS Plus: You have made a simple garment or two but are ready to experience new techniques such as setting in a sleeve or creating pleats
3.INTERMEDIATE: You have made several garments and are ready to handle more challenging fabrics and style details such as collars, cuffs & concealed zips
* NOTE: These skill levels are a guide only - if you have any questions about which course will be relevant to you, please contact Catherine
Please note that there may be occasional changes of venue during courses or for workshops, should the planned location become unavailable. The classes will still be run in the same way with the same high quality tuition. You will be given as much notice as possible if this is the case.
Sewing on Saturday
April 4, May 2, May 30
Cosy Hall, Newport
SKILL LEVEL 1*
These creative workshops will give you the chance to spend some time working on your own dressmaking or other sewing projects with plenty of help and advice provided. Sewing machine skills are necessary but those new to dressmaking or with some experience will be welcome to come and enjoy the fun of sharing ideas while learning some new skills
Cost: £30 if booked individually or 3 for £84
Dates: March 7, April 4, May 2, May 30
Location: Cosy Hall, Newport
Time: 2pm - 5pm
Learn to Use Your Overlocker
June 06
Newport
SKILL LEVEL 1*
Are you afraid to take your overlocker out of its box? If so, at this workshop will learn that it is not as scary as you may think. It is a fantastic machine that will make a huge difference to the quality of your dressmaking. You will learn how to:
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thread your machine & set the tension
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easily change to a different thread colour without completely re-threading
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sew with 3 or 4 threads
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change & replace needles
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sew different types of fabric, including wovens & knits
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do basic maintenance & cleaning
Cost: £40 (including some materials)
Date: June 06
Location: Newport
Time: 2.00pm - 5.00pm