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Pekka Jacket Dressmaking Course

Learn how to sew your own Japanese inspired jacket in this 3 week evening course for improvers

Starts 7 May
130 British pounds
39 High St, Staple Hill, BS16 5HD

Available spots


Course description

Improve your existing machine sewing skills on our 3 week Pekka jacket making course held at our Staple Hill studio and taught by expert tutor Lauren Holloway. Inspired by traditional Japanese clothing, the Pekka is an oversized mid-season jacket with wide armholes and a simplified lining. Its slightly cropped sleeves and generously sized pockets make it a stylish choice for layering. This is a versatile jacket which can be adapted to suit a variety of seasons. During the course you will learn how to cut your pattern pieces from fabrics or your choice along with how to attach a lining to your jacket, create oversized pockets and a collar. Learn essential tips and tricks for dressmaking along with how to work with a variety of different materials. This is the perfect course for anyone wanting to improve their existing skills, so basic knowledge and confidence using a sewing machine is essential. If you are a complete beginner please sign up to our Beginner Machine Sewing course first. Sewing machine hire and sewing kit included, although you are welcome to bring your own if you prefer. A printed A0 pattern and sewing instructions are included in the cost of the course and you will be required to bring your own fabric. After booking you will be emailed further details on fabric options and requirements but if you have any questions beforehand please email hello@creativespacebristol.co.uk. This workshop runs from 6pm-9pm over 3 consecutive weeks. Maximum 6 students each with separate work benches.


Upcoming Sessions


Cancellation Policy

Cancellations by Creative Space: • In the event we need to cancel the course or workshop for whatever reason you will be offered a full refund or the option to transfer to another date free of charge. Cancellations by the attendee: • For courses booked and paid directly through Creative Space a refund of 85% will be given up to 14 days prior to the course start date. The fee is to allow for admin and payment processing costs. If a student cancels within 14 days we are unable to offer a refund. • If your circumstances change e.g. due to work commitments, childcare issues, moving away etc. a refund will not be given within 14 days of the workshop. • We consider all requests on an individual basis, depending on the circumstances. Rescheduling: • You may transfer to another course or workshop up to 14 days before the start date. We cannot offer any date changes within 14 days of the start date. ​ • If your circumstances change e.g. due to work commitments, childcare issues, moving away etc. we cannot offer a date change within 14 days of the workshop. • If you have rescheduled your booking you will not be eligible for another date change or refund Please refer to our full Terms & Conditions on our website: https://www.creativespacebristol.co.uk/term-conditions


Contact Details

0117 427 0907

hello@creativespacebristol.co.uk

39 High Street, Bristol BS16 5HD, UK


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