Sewing with Stretch
Master sewing with stretch fabrics and make a boatneck top
Available spots
Course description
In this full day workshop sewing teacher Lauren Holloway will teach you how to sew with stretch fabrics and make your own jersey top. This straight cut tee has just the right amount of relaxed ease and embodies the essence of French maritime style. It features a boat neckline with inside binding, and the set-in sleeves can be cut long or 3/4 length for that classic sailor sweater look. Over the course of the day Lauren will teach the techniques and tools needed to work with materials such as jersey and knit fabrics. You will cover topics such as needle and stitch selection; learning about ballpoint and stretch needles and how they differ from standard needles and fabric types; covering the characteristics of stretch fabrics, including jersey, spandex, and ponte. You will also explore different stitch types on your sewing machine, like zigzag and triple straight stitch, and how to adjust them for optimal stretch and seam strengthfinishing techniques using an over locker sewing machine. You will also learn how to read and assemble a printed A4 pattern. Lauren will provide guidance on common challenges when sewing with stretch fabric and each student will get a handy information sheet to take home. You will leave this workshop with more confidence in your ability to sew with stretch fabrics and create your own garments. You will have a timeless garment made to last. IMPORTANT: This workshop is an advanced beginner class meaning you will already be able to thread and use the basic functions on a sewing machine. If you are a complete beginner we recommend trying our Beginner Machine Sewing workshop first. Sewing machine hire and sewing kit included, although you are welcome to bring your own if you prefer. A printed pattern, binding fabric and interfacing are included in this workshop. You will need to bring 1.5 metres of light to medium weight t-shirt jersey plus a matching thread. This workshop runs from 10am-4pm at our location in Staple Hill and taught by experienced sewing teacher Lauren Holloway. Maximum 7 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