Beginners Garment Making - 1 Day Workshop
Saturday 11th October 10am-5pm
Join us this autumn at Bell House and learn the skills to start sewing your own clothes at home!
For this project we will be making a very beginner friendly and super useful apron. The group size for the workshop is limited to 6, so you’ll be able to grow your confidence and ask as many questions as you need in a friendly environment.
This course is suitable for complete beginners. We will spend the first part of the day getting to grips with the sewing machine and making a handy pin cushion. Once equipped with these new skills we’ll move on to making our aprons!
What will be covered:
Using a sewing machine (don’t worry if you’ve never used one before!)
Taking measurements
Choosing the right fabrics for your project
Choosing patterns
Cutting out your pattern and fabric
Sewing a pin cushion and an apron
What will be provided:
Fabric for your pin cushion
A printed pattern for your apron
All equipment
What you will need to provide:
Fabric for your apron (2 metres)
Feel free to bring mismatched fabrics/scraps to use for your apron pockets!
Matching thread
A packed lunch
How to prepare for the weekend:
We will email you in advance of the session with information regarding fabrics. You will then need to purchase/source your fabric and thread and bring it with you to the workshop.
About the pattern
The pattern we will be using for this course is the ‘Sam Apron’ by indie designer Helen’s Closet. This apron is customisable, multi-functional and a great beginners project!
The pattern is suitable for all heights and sizes.
Drop us a line if you have any questions - [email protected].
About the Tutor
Amy’s background is in community engagement, working on projects across London in schools, gardens, parks and historic houses. It’s no exaggeration to say that her life was changed back in 2020 when a friend taught her how to sew a simple top - a whole new world of creative fun opened up! From then on she’s been making her own clothes and dreaming up textiles projects to share with others.
There’s nothing Amy enjoys more than helping others to start their own sewing journey. It’s her belief that everyone just needs that one friend to sit with them, teach them the basics and then they’ll be off!
