Description
Embrace your inner 80s flash dance in this off shoulder slouch sweatshirt This course is taught at the Workroom, a beautiful dedicated sewing space in the heart of the picturesque fishing town of Brixham. I will take you step-by-step through each stage of making this stylish garment - the whole idea of my classes is to encourage you to try something new! The Workroom is a very friendly place, there are sure to be a few of my regulars on this course and we have a knatter and a giggle, and get through plenty of tea, coffee and biscuits while you learn a few new skills. Experience Level Beginner – You have some very basic sewing skills, and have used a sewing machine before
What's included in the price?
Materials You'll need to provide: - 2m of sweatshirt fabric - 2.5m of cuffing in a matching or contrast fabric - Any trimmings you want to include If you are unsure, give me a call or there is a great fabric shop just down the road from The Workroom that stocks all you need, so your tutor can help with your choices during the course I will provide (included in the course fee) - All threads, trial scraps etc - All machines and equipment - Use of the workroom - Teas, coffees etc
Duration
7 hours
Cancellation policy
Medium - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 4 weeks before the course starts
Maker
Hullo! Hullo! I'm Andrew, and the Workroom is my amazing space for teaching sewing skills. Fitted out with huge cutting tables, comfy stitching corner, lots of simple sewing machines and overlockers - it is the perfect place to learn to sew. I've been teaching sewing in Brixham for two years now, and have already built up a fabulous community of regulars - we'd love to have you join us, meet new friends and learn some new skills!
Suitable for
- Adults
- Seniors
- Hearing impaired
- Vision impaired
- Learning difficulties (SEN)
- Mother's Day
- Suitable for beginners
FAQs
Help yourself to tea, coffee and biscuits from the kitchen. Lunch isn’t provided, but we're in the heart of Brixham, and there are loads of cafes, supermarkets and delis for you to try out or bring a packed lunch.
Details of timings for this course are listed above. Please try to be on time!
Everyone learns at their own pace. If you haven't quite finished your creation at the end of the course, it doesn't matter. I will give you instruction on how you can complete it at home, or you are welcome to come along to the next 'Bitch and Stich' class free of charge where I will help you finish. If you are very fast I normally also have some extensions to the project to keep you entertained!
Most of my courses are for small groups of only 4 people. That allows you to have plenty of 1-on-1 teaching, your own machine and plenty of space.
Yes, I have a fleet of sewing machines, overlockers and even a cover stich machine and all sorts of other fun toys, all included within the price of the course. You are welcome to bring your own machine, but I might not be able to help you with its functions!
Unfortunately there is a single flight of relatively steep stairs to enter the workroom. If you can manage these (nice and slowly if necessary!) then you can stay in place all day.
The Workroom is right next to the main bus station in Brixham, where Stagecoach bus 12 runs every few minutes to Paignton, Torquay and Newton Abbot, connecting to rail services.
I recommend parking in the Marina or Harbour public car parks. These are large long-stay car parks and clearly signed as you approach the town. From either car park it is a short and very pleasant walk along the harbourside to Fore Street and the Workroom. Note that these are pay and display car parks.
This course will be taught at The Workroom – located at 6A Fore Street in the centre of Brixham. This is my custom-designed sewing studio, with huge amounts of space for us to spread out and enjoy sewing. There’s an enormous cutting table, plenty of easy-to-use sewing machines, comfy sofas for hand sewing and chatting, a sumptuous dressing room, mannequins, haberdashery and loads more.
