Description
June 14th, 10.00am – 17.00pm
7 hours
We are very excited to introduce our first ever trouser pattern, The Calla Trousers. This pattern is designed for a beginner dressmaker, with options to add details that use more intermediate skills. The beginner version has back pockets and a simple elasticated waist. You can use a contrast fabric for the side panels but no added trims or piping. The intermediate version has an option for side seam pockets, with or without a concealed zip, an added drawstring at the waist, plus options to add piping or trims to the side panels. We will cover all options in the class so you can choose the right features for you. There are a lot of features and getting all finished may not be possible in the time. All will be demonstrated in the class.
Pattern is included in the cost of the class.
Please contact us if you would like to pay in instalments and we can discuss options.
Who is the class for?
This class is suitable for beginners but also for intermediate sewers who want to develop their skills with sewing stretch fabric. You should already know how to sew and have completed a few dressmaking projects.
What will you learn?
- How to take measurements
- How to cut stretch fabric
- Tips for sewing with jersey fabric
- How to sew a pin tuck
- How to add a patch pocket
- How to add a panel in jersey
- Adding an elasticated waistband
- Sewing buttonholes for a drawstring
- Adding trim to a trouser panel
- Sewing a concealed zip with jersey fabric
- Sewing a hem
What will you need?
- Fabric (see chart below)
- Thread (we recommend Maraflex stretch thread)
- Any trims you would like to add
- Elastic 38mm (see chart below)
- Drawstring if you are adding one
This pattern is designed for knitted fabrics only e.g. medium weight jersey, Ponte Roma, or sweatshirt fleece etc. The side leg panel can be made of a contrast jersey fabric. You can also use a woven fabric for the side leg panel of a similar weight to the main fabric. If making your trousers with a heavier weight fabric, you can use a lighter weight or lining fabric for the pocket bags, to help reduce bulk at the hips. Ribbon trim must be a maximum width of 30mm to fit on the side leg panel.
Optional:
- Contrast fabric / piping / ribbon / trim
- 2x Invisible zips (20cm)
- Drawstring cord (10mm wide)
What is included?
- Use of our sewing machines and overlockers
- Use of a number of high cutting tables
- Use of any equipment you might need
- Expert tuition
Class size
6
Teacher
Naomi Skull
Naomi is a self taught seamstress who fell in love with sewing after watching the Great British Sewing Bee. She has been a bridal seamstress and dressmaker for 6 years after doing a bridalwear course at London school of Fashion and teaching sewing for the last 5 years. She loves to help people discover new sewing skills and she believes we were all created to be creative!
Please read our cancellation policy
Refreshments
Tea, coffee and biscuits/snacks will be available throughout the class. We recommend that you bring lunch with you as there are not many options to purchase lunch nearby.
We have a kitchen with a fridge and microwave here at the studio.
Photography
Photographs are sometimes taken during the class for promotional purposes. If you would prefer not to be photographed, please let us know.
About Our Studio
Our Sewing classes are all held in our spacious sewing studio in Brighton & Hove. Our Sewing studio is easily accessible by train (nearest station Fishersgate) or bus from Brighton. We also have parking on site.
Accessibility
Our studio is only accessible by stairs.
For those who wish to purchase fabric on the day, we offer a 10% discount. If you would like to order your fabric before the class, please email us for a discount code.
If you have any questions, please feel free to Contact us
