Sewing – Next Steps
This course is for those who have already completed Sewing for Beginners or have basic sewing skills. We'll start by making an A-line or flared skirt.
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Tue 19 Oct8 classes Tuesdays 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Selwyn College, Auckland. Karen Balmer
BYO fabric, pattern and haberdashery for the second class
- $140.00 incl. GST
Sessions
Session 1
Tue 19 Oct 19:00 - Tue 19 Oct 21:00Selwyn College, Auckland.Session 2
Tue 26 Oct 19:00 - Tue 26 Oct 21:00Selwyn College, Auckland.Session 3
Tue 02 Nov 19:00 - Tue 02 Nov 21:00Selwyn College, Auckland.Session 4
Tue 09 Nov 19:00 - Tue 09 Nov 21:00Selwyn College, Auckland.Session 5
Tue 16 Nov 19:00 - Tue 16 Nov 21:00Selwyn College, Auckland.Session 6
Tue 23 Nov 19:00 - Tue 23 Nov 21:00Selwyn College, Auckland.Session 7
Tue 30 Nov 19:00 - Tue 30 Nov 21:00Selwyn College, Auckland.Session 8
Tue 07 Dec 19:00 - Tue 07 Dec 21:00Selwyn College, Auckland.
Description
You will be developing your technical skills, and learning how to read and follow a pattern. You will complete your garment, and if there is time at the end of the course, you are welcome to start a new project of your choice.
Materials and equipment to bring
In the first lesson, we will be looking at suitable patterns, discussing fabric options, learning to take measurements, and how to read the information on a pattern sleeve, so bring your ideas and a notebook. You will not need to bring your pattern, fabric etc until the second class.
- Tailors chalk or fabric marking pen
- Pins
- Fabric scissors
- Small scissors or snips
- Unpicker/stitch remover
- Your own bobbin to use in the Bernina
Testimonials
"So much fun, for a novice like me this course was perfect - tutor on hand when I needed her. Love it!!!"
Prerequisites
Already familiar with use of sewing machine and able to sew simple garments.
