Dressmaking Module 2 - Contouring bodies

Module 2 of an 8-part series of technical dressmaking skills. This entry level course is designed for people who want to learn basic sewing terminology, technique, tool fundamentals, fabric cutting and pattern reading. By the end of this course, you will have the skills to create garments based on shop bought patterns.

It is ideal for people who have never sewed or who are beginner sewers looking to improve their skills. The practical elements of this course are interwoven with theory and handy hints, meaning that there is something for everybody.

This session covers:
● Sewing single and double darts.
● Gathering.
● Pleating: knife, box and godet.
● Stitching tucks: blind, pin, spaced, shell, corded, wave.

Equipment Required
● Sewing machine*
● Snippers or embroidery scissors
● Seam ripper
● Pins and pin cushion
● Bobbins
● Thread (spooled)
● Cutting scissors
● Tape measure
● Pencil and notepad
● Ruler

*Don’t have a machine. Contact bGF1cmEgfCBsYXVyYXJhZWNyYWZ0ICEgY28gISB1aw== to discuss options.

Haberdashery, fabric, and patterns are provided by the teacher.

You may also like the following events from Laura Rae Craft Co. Teaches Sewing:

• Next month, 28th July, 10:00 am, Intermediate Dressmaking - 5 day Course in Peterborough
• This August, 6th August, 10:00 am, Summer Sew-cial Club in Peterborough
• This August, 7th August, 10:00 am, Summer Sew-cial Club in Peterborough

Also check out other Workshops in Spalding.