Unless you are a B cup, chances are that a garment won’t fit correctly across the bust. Making a full bust adjustment is a simple process and we can show you how. Bring a suitable pattern that has darts or princess seams and we will help you take accurate measurements of yourself and use them to prepare the pattern pieces. To check the fit you will then make a toile that can be used to make up your final garment.
This workshop is really great for adding extra skills to your sewing portfolio.
You will learn how to:
Take accurate measurements of yourself;
Trace the relevant pattern pieces;
Make alterations to the pattern pieces;
Cut out and sew a toile;
Make any necessary adjustments;
Use your toile to make your final garment
Skill Level:
Intermediate
Suitable for anyone that can use a sewing machine confidently and is familiar with basic techniques such as inserting a zip, etc.
You must be confident cutting out your fabric without assistance.
What is included:
Notes for future reference.
Use of our tools and equipment;
Expert instruction;
Maximum of class size of 6 people;
Your own desk with a storage cupboard underneath;
Tea/coffee and biscuits (sewing essentials!);
10% discount on further workshop bookings made whilst attending the workshop;
Free parking (Burghley Street carpark is the nearest).
Materials required:
(these are all available to purchase in our shop)
Sewing pattern with princess seams or darts
Fabric for toile – polycotton or similar (curtain lining is perfect)
Thread – we recommend a good quality thread such as Gutermann Sew-All
Dressmaker’s tracing paper – we recommend Burda tissue paper, Hemline tracing paper or Swedish tracing paper
Sewing machine with pedal (the pedal frequently gets forgotten!!) – if you need to use one of ours, please let us know and we will have one set up ready for you
Tutor:
Leanne de Lima Araujo – Leanne is the owner of Gather ‘N’ Sew. Her family and friends will tell you that when she is not at work, she is on her sewing machine making garments, quilts, soft furnishings, bags and gifts. Leanne has been teaching for almost 10 years and has also designed most of the bags, quilts and other items taught in our workshops. Find out more.
Booking information:
How to book:
All workshops must be paid for in full at the time of booking.
Bookings may be made online, over the phone or in the shop and can be made up to 24 hours before the start of the workshop provided there are spaces available.
Due to the limited availability of places and the costs incurred in running a workshop, payments are non-refundable and non-transferrable unless someone can be found to take your place. So, please check your diary carefully before making a booking.
By booking a workshop you agree to all of our terms and conditions.
Cancellations:
In the unfortunate event that you need to cancel a booking, please contact us as soon as possible. Sometimes we have a waiting list and may be able to find someone to replace you.
In the unlikely event that we will need to cancel a workshop due to not having enough attendees to make the workshop viable, staff illness or exceptional circumstances, we will give you at least 24 hours notice via e-mail and offer you a transfer, full refund, or voucher.
If you are running late for a workshop, please ring us to let us know. Unfortunately, if you are more than half an hour late, you will be unable to attend as there won’t be enough time to catch up and it will be disruptive to the other attendees.
Attending the workshop:
Within one week of booking, we will send you a confirmation e-mail. If you don’t receive one, please check your spam/junk folder.
The e-mail will include a full list of materials required, all of which are available to purchase in the shop or from our website. Please contact us ASAP with any queries.
All materials required must be purchased prior to attending the workshop.
For all workshops (apart from Know Your Machine) you will need to know how to use a sewing machine.
To save time we highly recommend that you wind your bobbin and thread your machine at home.
Please arrive a little before the start of the workshop so you can get set up and there is no delay or disruption to other workshop attendees. Admittance to the classroom will be permitted 15 minutes before the start of the class.
During each workshop you will make the item we have designed and to the dimensions we have specified.
Details of nearby parking facilities are listed on our Visit Us page.
