Make & Take a Zip Pouch

Zip Pouch Workshop

at So Sew Pretty, 67 Terregles Street, Dumfries, DG2 9BD

PRICE : £25.00

At this workshop you'll master sewing zips and make and take this pretty and practical zip pouch at the end of class. Its the perfect place to keep all your essential bits and bobs.

Raid my stash of vintage & thrifted fabrics to create your zip pouch and decorate with our supply of pretty ribbons and ric rac.

You'll learn how to do all these things.....................

· How to make an zip pouch

· How to cover ends of zip

· How to insert a zip

· How to topstitch

· How to use sew in interfacing

· How to attach ribbons & trims

· How to create flat bottoms

· Pinning + cutting & ironing techniques

Materials Included: Recycled and Vintage Fabric, Thread, Sew in Interfacing, Zip, Ribbon & Ric Rac

Basic tools of the trade are also provided* so all you have to do is show up!

*If you have your own sewing machine bring it with you but don’t forget the instruction manual & some spare machine needles.

Classes are small, maximum class number is 8 guests, to ensure you get the personal tuition you need to help with your project and get the best out of each workshop we host. There is also the chance to chat with the other guests and meet like minded new friends!

PLEASE NOTE: This is an intermediate sewing workshop. If you already know your way around the sewing machine, feel comfortable using it, threading, loading the bobbin, back stitching and your able to sew a straight seam, then this class is for you.

If you have never used a sewing machine before or you've not used one in years and years we recommend you book a place on our Oh Sew Basic beginner's sewing machine workshop in preparation for making your skirt.

Please check your diary carefully and read our Booking Terms & Conditions before you book a So Sew Pretty Workshop.

To reserve a place on the Zip Pouch workshop head on over to our online shop, Click Here.

Leah x

50's Style Apron Workshop in Dumfries

50's Style Apron Workshop

at So Sew Pretty, 67 Terregles Street, Dumfries, DG2 9BD

PRICE : £25.00

During this '50's Style Apron' workshop , you will build on your existing basic sewing skills.

At this workshop you'll make and take home a pretty 50's Style gathered apron. Raid my stash of vintage & thrifted fabrics to create a contrast patch pocket and add a delightful ribbon trim and bow.

Wow your dinner guests with your very own handmade retro gingham apron. The perfect finishing touch for any Domestic Goddess!

You'll learn how to do all these things.....................

· How to make an apron

· How to sew gathers

· How to sew a patch pocket

· How to attach and sew a waistband

· How to sew a curved hem

· How to use iron on interfacing

· How to attach ribbons and trims

· How to sew ribbon ties

· How to use an overlocker sewing machine

· Insider hints & tips of the trade

· Pinning + cutting & ironing techniques

Materials Included: Gingham, Recycled and Vintage Fabric, Thread, Iron on Interfacing & Ribbon

Basic tools of the trade are also provided* so all you have to do is show up!

*If you have your own sewing machine bring it with you but don’t forget the instruction manual & some spare machine needles.

Classes are small, maximum class number is 6 guests, to ensure you get the personal tuition you need to help with your project and get the best out of each workshop we host. There is also the chance to chat with the other guests and meet like minded new friends!

PLEASE NOTE: This is an intermediate sewing workshop. If you already know your way around the sewing machine, feel comfortable using it, threading, loading the bobbin, back stitching and your able to sew a straight seam, then this class is for you.

If you have never used a sewing machine before or you've not used one in years and years we recommend you book a place on our Oh Sew Basic beginner's sewing machine workshop in preparation for making your skirt.

Please check your diary carefully and read our Booking Terms & Conditions before you book a So Sew Pretty Workshop.

To reserve a place on the 50's Style Apron workshop head on over to our online shop, Click Here.

Leah x

Hooked on Crochet - Beginner's Crochet Workshop in Dumfries

Hooked on Crochet

Beginners Crochet Workshop

at 67 Terregles Street, Dumfries, DG2 9BD

PRICE : £25.00 includes tea & cake

If you've always wanted to learn how to crochet then this workshop is for you! Your tutor Harlee will teach you the basic techniques of crochet during this 3-hour beginner’s workshop. You'll leave at the end of class with your very own granny square!

You will learn how to do all these things...

· How to hold the hook and yarn

· How to make a slip knot

· How to decrease

· How to do chain stitch

· How to single, double & treble stitch

· How to stitch in the round

· How to a create granny squares, rectangles and two types of triangles

Materials included: Yarn & hooks

Tutor: Harlee Watson

Local crocheter Harlee has been hooked on crochet for many a year! She finally found her “niche” in freeform crochet. her designs include bags and “Joseph Jackets”, so called as they are coats of many colours (and texture). Harlee also makes wonderful crochet creations from recycled plastic bags! She start most of her projects with just a hazy idea of what she wants to do & lets the design evolve.

You can find out more about at her website http://www.crochetcrook.co.uk/

Please check your diary carefully and read our Booking Terms & Conditions before you book a So Sew Pretty Workshop.

To reserve a place on the 'Hooked on Crochet'' workshop in Dumfries, head on over to our online shop, Click Here

Happy Hooking!

Leah x

Make a Skirt - Introduction to Dressmaking Dumfries

Make a Skirt

Introduction to Dressmaking

at So Sew Pretty, 67 Terregles Street, Dumfries, DG2 9BD

2 Week Course

DATE: TBC

From 6.30pm till 9.30pm

PRICE: £50

Full Day Workshop

DATE: TBC

Arrive after 9am Workshop begins 9.30am-5.30pm

includes homemade light lunch, tea & cake

During this 'Make a Skirt' workshop , you will build on your existing basic sewing skills. This workshop has been designed to give you a great introduction to dressmaking and making your own made to measure clothes. You'll learn heaps of dressmaking techniques and Leah will give you some indispensable hints and tips of the trade.

At this workshop you'll make and take home a pretty gathered skirt that's a perfect addition to your wardrobe. A classic design you can make & make, time & time again with your new found skills! You can also alter the design in class to suit your style, you'll choose how short or long you want your skirt to be and also decide on the width of the waistband. Using your very own measurements you'll create a skirt that fits you perfectly.

You'll learn how to do all these things...........

· How to make a skirt

· How to take your own body measurements

· How to sew gathers

· How to sew a button hole and hand sew a button

· How to sew a waistband

· How to sew a hem

· How to use interfacing

· How to insert a zip

· Insider hints & tips of the trade

· Pinning + cutting & ironing techniques

Materials Included: Interfacing, ribbon & vintage buttons.

Materials Required: Your choice of Fabric around 1 metre required depending on your desired length and waistband, 20cm Zip & a a reel of thread.

More information on buying fabric and a list of suppliers will be emailed to you after booking, or pop into the shop and talk to Leah personally for some help and advice on selecting your fabric..

Basic tools of the trade are also provided* so all you have to do is show up!

*If you have your own sewing machine bring it with you but don’t forget the instruction manual & some spare machine needles.

Classes are small, maximum class number is 4 guests, to ensure you get the personal tuition you need to help with your project and get the best out of each workshop we host. There is also the chance to chat with the other guests and meet like minded new friends!

PLEASE NOTE: This is an intermediate sewing workshop. If you already know your way around the sewing machine, feel comfortable using it, threading, loading the bobbin, back stitching and your able to sew a straight seam, then this class is for you.

If you have never used a sewing machine before or you've not used one in years and years we recommend you book a place on our Oh Sew Basic beginner's sewing machine workshop in preparation for making your skirt.

Please check your diary carefully and read our Booking Terms & Conditions before you book a So Sew Pretty Workshop.

To reserve a place on the Make a Skirt workshop head on over to our online shop, Click Here.

Leah x

Make and Take a Tote Bag - Glasgow

Bags of Fun!

Intermediate Sewing Machine Workshop

Introduction to Bag Making

at Auntie M's Cake Lounge, De Courcy's Arcade, Cresswell Lane, Glasgow, G12 8AA

from 6.30pm till 9.30pm

PRICE : £30.00

DATE:

7th February 2011

You can never have enough bags....... so why not learn how to make your very own handmade tote bag. Its practical, stylish and a eco - conscious alternative to using plastic carrier bags when you're out and about shopping.

Our 'Bags of Fun' workshop is a great introduction to bag making. Mix and match patterns from our stash of thrifted, vintage and new fabrics to create your very own bag. During the class you'll get to grips with sewing straps, creating flat bottoms, learn about lining and making a button hole.

By the end of the class you’ll take home a stylish and practical handmade tote bag.

You will learn how to do all these things...

· How to make a simple tote bag

· How to create straps

· How to sew a flat bottom into your bag

· How to sew a button hole and hand sew a button

· How to include a lining for inside your bag

· How to topstitch

· Pinning + cutting & ironing techniques

Material included. Fabric, sewing machine thread, vintage buttons.

Basic tools of the trade are also provided* so all you have to do is show up!

*If you have your own sewing machine bring it with you but don’t forget the instruction manual & some spare machine needles.

Classes are small, maximum class number is 8 guests, to ensure you get the personal tuition you need to help with your project and get the best out of each workshop we host. There is also the chance to chat with the other guests and meet like minded new friends!

PLEASE NOTE: This is an intermediate sewing workshop. If you already know your way around the sewing machine, feel comfortable using it, threading, loading the bobbin, back stitching and your able to sew a straight seam, then this class is for you.

If you have never used a sewing machine before or you've not used one in years and years we recommend you book a place on our Oh Sew Basic beginner's sewing machine workshop in preparation for making a bag.

Please check your diary carefully and read our Booking Terms & Conditions before you book a So Sew Pretty Workshop.

To reserve a place on the Bag Making workshop head on over to our online shop, Click Here.

Leah x

Bags of Fun!

Bags of Fun!

Intermediate Sewing Machine Workshop

Introduction to Bag Making

at 67 Terregles Street, Dumfries, DG2 9BD

PRICE : £25.00

You can never have enough bags....... so why not learn how to make your very own handmade tote bag. Its practical, stylish and a eco - conscious alternative to using plastic carrier bags when you're out and about shopping.

Our 'Bags of Fun' workshop is a great introduction to bag making. Mix and match patterns from our stash of thrifted, vintage and new fabrics to create your very own bag. During the class you'll get to grips with sewing straps, creating flat bottoms, learn about lining and making a button hole.

By the end of the class you’ll take home a stylish and practical handmade tote bag.

You will learn how to do all these things...

· How to make a simple tote bag

· How to create straps

· How to sew a flat bottom into your bag

· How to sew a button hole and hand sew a button

· How to include a lining for inside your bag

· How to topstitch

· Pinning + cutting & ironing techniques

Material included. Fabric, sewing machine thread, vintage buttons.

Basic tools of the trade are also provided* so all you have to do is show up!

*If you have your own sewing machine bring it with you but don’t forget the instruction manual & some spare machine needles.

Classes are small, maximum class number is 8 guests, to ensure you get the personal tuition you need to help with your project and get the best out of each workshop we host. There is also the chance to chat with the other guests and meet like minded new friends!

PLEASE NOTE: This is an intermediate sewing workshop. If you already know your way around the sewing machine, feel comfortable using it, threading, loading the bobbin, back stitching and your able to sew a straight seam, then this class is for you.

If you have never used a sewing machine before or you've not used one in years and years we recommend you book a place on our Oh Sew Basic beginner's sewing machine workshop in preparation for making a bag.

Please check your diary carefully and read our Booking Terms & Conditions before you book a So Sew Pretty Workshop.

To reserve a place on the Bag Making workshop head on over to our online shop, Click Here.

Leah x

Bunting Workshop in Dumfries

Bring out the Bunting!

Intermediate Sewing Machine Workshop

at 67 Terregles Street, Dumfries, DG2 9BD

PRICE : £25.00

Who doesn’t love a bit of bunting........I know I certainly do! So why not come and join me at our bunting making workshop. You’ll get to grips with bias binding and master the art of appliqué.

Mix and match patterns from our stash of thrifted, vintage and new fabrics to create your very own garland. Using the technique of appliqué you can learn how to decorate and personalise your bunting for your home sweet home or for to give as a gift for that special someone! Using some pretty motifs and letters you will learn how to transfer your design onto fabric using different appliqué techniques and double sided interfacing.

At the end of the class you’ll take home a length of handmade fabric bunting.

You will learn how to do all these things...

· How to make bunting

· How to use bias binding

· How to appliqué

· How to use double sided interfacing

· Pinning + cutting & ironing techniques

Material included. Fabric, sewing machine thread, bias binding and double sided interfacing.

Basic tools of the trade are also provided* so all you have to do is show up!

*If you have your own sewing machine bring it with you but don’t forget the instruction manual & some spare machine needles.

Classes are small, maximum class number is 8 guests, to ensure you get the personal tuition you need to help with your project and get the best out of each workshop we host. There is also the chance to chat with the other guests and meet like minded new friends!

PLEASE NOTE: This is an intermediate sewing workshop. If you already know your way around the sewing machine, feel comfortable using it, threading, loading the bobbin, back stitching and your able to sew a straight seam, then this class is for you.

If you have never used a sewing machine before or you've not used one in years and years we recommend you book a place on our Oh Sew Basic beginner's sewing machine workshop in preparation for making bunting.

Please check your diary carefully and read our Booking Terms & Conditions before you book a So Sew Pretty Workshop.

To reserve a place on the Bunting workshop head on over to our online shop, Click Here.

Bring out the bunting!

Leah x