So you’ve been learning how to make your own clothes, but so far haven’t made any garments with zips. Then this is the class for you! We will teach you all the basic techniques you’ll need to start sewing zips and we will cover 3 different types of zips: Centered zip, exposed zip, invisible zip. All the supplies for this class are included in the price, and you will receive a course booklet and a folder to store your zip samples in.
SEWING MASTERCLASS:
WORKSHOP LOCATION: CAST Helston. 3 Penrose Rd, Helston TR13 8TP
SESSIONS: 1
DATES: Wednesday 9th July 2025
TIME: 2pm-5pm
MAXIMUM PARTICPANTS: 5
LEVEL: Beginner Plus
PRICE: £60
TECHNIQUES YOU'LL LEARN
- Centered zip
- Exposed zip
- Invisible zip
WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING?
- A sewing machine in good working order, including zipper foot, invisible zipper foot if you have one, foot pedal and power cable.
- A general sewing kit to include: fabric scissors, pins, needles, seam ripper, fabric marker, tape measure etc.
WHO IS THIS CLASS SUITABLE FOR?
This class is a beginner plus level. You should be comfortable with using a sewing machine and sew following the seam allowance. You’ve probably tackled a few dress making projects at home, but haven’t yet had the confidence to insert zips. Or perhaps you’ve sewn zips a while ago and have forgotten how! We will be demonstrating every technique first and then you will have a go.
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