DATES AVAILABLE: Saturday 5th March: 14.00-17.30 / Price: £35 ABOUT THIS CLASS This class is perfect for younger sewers age 10 - 13. PJ Shorts are great for beginner sewers and a fantastic introduction to dressmaking. You will make a simple pair of pj shorts to fit you in a cotton fabric of your choice. The pattern is included in the price of this class. We will provide you with the skills needed to repeat this pattern again and again at home, making for yourself, friends and family. Once you have made one pair of shorts you will definitely have the bug and skills to sew more garments. Please note you must be able to use a sewing machine to do this class (thread your machine, wind a bobbin, sew using a straight and Zig Zag stitch) If you have not used a sewing machine before please book on to our Age 10+ Know Your Sewing Machine Class. TOPICS WE COVER: Laying out the pattern Learning how to cut accurately Marking your cut fabric with notches etc Adding pockets Create a waistband casing Inserting elastic Hems and seams Button holes MATERIALS NEEDED: • 120cm of fabric (cotton or cotton blends) • Matching thread • 1 inch wide elastic - enough to sit comfortable around your waist • Thread to match • 1.5m of 1cm ribbon We have sewing machines for you to use but if you would like to bring your own please advise us at the time of booking. Please can you also provide us with your waist and hip measurements so that we may prepare a pattern for you in advance of the class. [email protected] REFRESHMENTS: Tea, coffee, soft drinks and delicious cake are included in your lesson
