The 3 hour workshop will come with inspiring choice of scarves, trims and trinkets to embellish either you own jacket or one we can provide for a small fee. Do this with a group of fellow sustainable style and upcycling lovers, in an all purpose workroom and learn from upcycling clothing tutor with over 40 years of experience. You will need some sewing experience and can bring your own materials to add that special touch.
DATE and TIME
Dates to be confirmed 10 am – 1 pm
FEES
£65 or £95 including jacket
THINGS TO REMEMBER
You don’t have to bring anything but if you have a jacket in your size that you would love to update this is the best sustainable practice you could have and would save waste and money!
Scarves, trims and sparkly things will be provided but feel free to bring the things you’d love to customise on your jacket.
If you do need a denim jacket – please email admin@lmhs.org.uk your size and preferred colour (i.e. pale denim or dark blue or charcoal – cost of jacket £30 would be added to the course fee of £65) at least 10 days before the course.
You need to know how to use a sewing machine in order to finish everything in the allocated time.
Learn new or refresh essential sewing techniques whilst making stylish and original outfits you’ll be proud of – create garments to your taste and fit.
SUMMER TERM 2022 Wednesday 6:30pm to 9:00pm 20 April to 25 May (6 sessions) Fully Booked 8 June to 6 July (5 sessions) 5 places left
Duration
6 weeks and 5 weeks
Tuition Fee
£125 for 6 sessions £115 for 5 sessions
What you will learn
You will be introduced to the general principles and skills relating to sewing and garment making, also using a commercial pattern.
Entry requirements
A beginners class is suitable for people with limited or no previous experience. Students must be able to understand English.
What you will need
Pen and notebook to the first lesson. The tutor will let you know what equipment you will need to bring for the following lessons. For example a basic sewing kit.
You will need to purchase a commercial pattern for the beginner’s project which will be discussed in the first week of class.
Location
All Sewn Up, Unit 1, The Coop Centre, 11 Mowll Street, London SW9 6BG. Tel: 020 7840 0216 Email: admin@lmhs.org.uk
Number of Students
7 maximum
Resources
You will have the use of all equipment in the workroom including: large tables, sewing machines, over-lockers, irons & metal rulers.
Material Costs
After the first lesson you will know what you need to bring with you which will include fabrics and your own basic sewing kit. List available at first session. Some materials can be purchased from the tutor. Price list available in the classroom.
How to Apply
Enrol in person, by post or email admin@lmhs.org.uk Enrolment form available online or on request (by phone or email).
This course is an introduction to pattern cutting for both men and women. It is aims to give you knowledge and understanding of pattern cutting and how it is used to develop the desired designs. For this beginner’s class, you will learn to construct your own personal block. Learn how to take measurements and how to sew up your own toile, (a sample of your block made from calico)
The Block you can choose from for womenswear are: CLOSE FITTING BODICE BLOCK – Ideal for close fitted tops and dresses EASY FITTING BODICE BLOCK – Ideal for loose fitted tops and dresses THE ONE-PIECE SLEEVE BLOCK – ideal for both blocks above
The block you can choose from for menswear are: THE CLASSIC SHIRT BLOCK THE TAILORED SHIRT BLOCK – a closer fitting shirt with a wider shoulder line THE CASUAL SHIRT BLOCK THE ONE-PIECE SLEEVE – ideal for all three blocks
Entry Requirements: This course is for adult learners (18+) men and women, with no knowledge or experience in pattern cutting or sewing.
What you will gain from this course: • A bodice block/ shirt block • A one-piece sleeve block • A sample of your block made in calico (toile) • A sleeve placket and cuff sample • A collar and collar stand sample • Knowledge in how to thread and use a sewing machine • Learn how to insert a sleeve head into the armhole • Learn how to do the fitting of your toile • Learn how to make amendment to the toile and then transfer it to the block
Pattern Cutting and Sewing course, Frequently asked questions:
What do I need to bring for this course? You will need to have 1x folder, 1x mechanical pencil 0.5 or 0.7, 1x rubber and a tube storage for carrying your pattern pieces
Is this course suitable for men? This course is for both men and women adult students. They can choose to develop blocks for men or womenswear.
Will I need any pattern cutting experience for this course? You do not need any fashion pattern cutting or sewing experience for this course.
What level is this course? This course starts at beginner level when you join and will progress towards advance as you continue. You will be guided through each block that you will choose to learn each term. The pace will be flexible to the pace you are comfortable in learning. Which means you can carry on into the next term if you choose to carry on. Your tutor will do her best to guide you to be at similar pace as others in your group.
How long will it take to complete a block? It will take about 5-6 weeks for student to complete a block. They would have drafted a personal block, made up a toile, done a fitting, and make any adjustment to the block if needed.
What is a block? A block is a foundation pattern constructed to fit an average or individual figure. The designer uses a foundation pattern (block) as a basis for making the pattern for a design.
What is a toile? This is the finished block made up in calico to check the proportion and shape.
What is a pattern? A developed design drafted from block. They may include style lines, tucks, gathers, pleats or draped but still have the basic fit of the block used.
What is a sample? It is the design cut out in fabric and made up. This is an important stage for manufacture and individual to test their pattern before going into bulk production or cutting into expensive fabric for individual.
Fridays 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm 22 April – 15 July 2022 Suggested donation £5 per session
There is no tutor for this session but a member of the All Sewn Up team will be present.
All Sewn Up’s Makers’ Homework Club is a calm and friendly environment where you can practise without a tutor a variety of textile-based techniques: knitting, crochet, embroidery, mending, up cycling and clothes making – bring your own projects.
ASUP students who have been inducted in the use of the sewing machine may use them.
This session is aimed at adults (18+) who are able to work without a tutor on their own projects.
During this 4 hour session: Students will learn how to thread the machine.
Learn how to use the machine and its functions and complete four different seams:
Plain seam
French seam
Flat-fell seam
Lapped seam
Make a simple item such as a cushion cover or fabric tote bag.
Entry Requirements
The course is for adult learners (+18) with limited or no previous experience. Students could then enrol on the Beginners Clothed Making course.
Location
All Sewn Up, Unit 1, The Coop Centre, 11 Mowll Street, London SW9 6BG.
Tel: 020 7840 0216
Email: admin@lmhs.org.uk
Number of Students
7 maximum
Assessment
Tutor feedback
Learner self-assessment
Resources
You will have the use of all equipment in the workroom including: large tables, sewing machines, over-lockers, irons & metal rulers.
Materials
Things needed on the day to bring along:
Fabric scissors
Tape measure
Pins
Stitch unpicker
Tailors chalk or marker
Pencil
Hand sewing needles.
How to Apply
Enrol in person, by post or email admin@lmhs.org.uk
Enrolment form available online or on request (by phone or email).
Saturday / Sunday 23 and 24 July 2022, 10:00am-4:00pm with 30 min break
Come and join our weekend sewing class.
If you have garments to finish or to start, then this is the weekend for you.
This will give you a much needed boost to your summer sewing.
Suitable for people who have some knowledge of using a sewing machine and constructing a garment.
Adult Learners 18+
10-4 half hour lunch
£105 for the 2 days
£60 for the 1 day
Maximum 8 participants.
Places are limited and must be booked in advance: email admin@lmhs.org.uk to sign up and for more info.
A calm and friendly environment where you can practice sewing and complete projects. An opportunity to use the amazing facilities at All Sewn Up.
Tutor
There is no tutor for this session, but a member of the All Sewn Up Team will be present.
Start and End Dates
Mondays 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
25 April – 23 May 2022 and
4 July – 18 July 2022
£15 per session
Duration
Mondays 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Sewing & Textiles Club fee
£15 per session
Introduction and Club Content
All Sewn Up’s Sewing & Textiles Club is a calm and friendly environment where you can practice without tutor a variety of textile-based techniques such as Soft Furnishing, Clothes Making, Embroidery, Knitting, Crochet, etc.
This is a unique opportunity to use on an hourly basis the amazing facilities at All Sewn Up – including large cutting and ironing tables, Bernina sewing and over-locker machines, industrial sewing machines, pressure-steam irons.
Aimed at both budding and experienced sewers who wish to advance or complete projects, as well as at students and practitioners of Fashion and Textile Design disciplines who need a well-equipped workshop to experiment with their creative ideas.
Entry Requirements
This session is aimed at adults (18+) who are able to work without tutor on their own projects.
Location
All Sewn Up, Unit 1, The Coop Centre, 11 Mowll Street, London SW9 6BG.
Tel: 020 7840 0216
Email: admin@lmhs.org.uk
Number of Students
Will vary depending on which activities people are doing, with a maximum of 12 for most sessions.
Assessment
New users will be inducted into the safe use of All Sewn Up’s workshop equipment and Health & Safety procedures on first session each term. LMHS/ASUP reserve the right to refuse this Sewing Club session to anyone who is deemed unable or unwilling to abide by its Terms & Conditions of Use. [these will be available online as a PDF to download as well as on the Club register to read and sign for]
Resources
You will have the use of all equipment in the workroom including: large tables, sewing machines, over-lockers, irons & metal rulers.
Material Costs
You will need to provide all the materials necessary to work on your project. Some materials are available to purchase at ASUP. There might be small charges for the use of consumables.
How to Apply
Enrol in person, by post or email admin@lmhs.org.uk
Enrolment form available online or on request (by phone or email).
For this course, artist Richard McVetis draws on his love of stitching, paying special attention to time, labour and care in the making of Embroidery pieces.
This workshop will explore a combination of traditional Hand Embroidery techniques, how you do it and why you do it. We will explore the tenderness; the slowness and rhythms of hand stitching; the versatility and strengths of embroidery for drawing and mark making; and the pleasure in having time to make.
This is an experimental approach to stitching and draws on the imagination of each participant: create textures and patterns, work a stitch in different threads changing its scale and spacing, work freely, and combine stitches to mark make and draw.
Practical help will be given by demonstrating the many ways in which this can be achieved using the simplest of hand embroidery techniques, no knowledge of particular and precise embroidery techniques are needed. The emphasis will be on both group and individual tuition.
We will learn the following stitches: Running, Back, Straight, Couching, Whipped Running, Seeding, Stem, Fly, Blanket and Chain.
Objectives:
-To develop traditional Hand Embroidery skills
-To translate your own thoughts and inspiration into stitch
-To develop an understanding of embroidery as a contemporary art medium
Entry Requirements
This course is suitable for adult learners (18+) with basic hand stitch experience. Beginners are also very welcome.
Location
All Sewn Up, Unit 1, The Coop Centre, 11 Mowll Street, London SW9 6BG.
Tel: 020 7840 0216
Email: admin@lmhs.org.uk
Number of Students
12 maximum
Assessment
Tutor feedback
Learner self-assessment
Resources
You will have the use of all equipment in the workroom including: large tables, sewing machines, over-lockers, irons & metal rulers. You will have the use of an Embroidery hoop for the duration of the course.
Material Costs
Most embroidery materials including worksheets, embroidery canvas needles and haberdashery items will be provided for the course; there might be small fees for additional items.
How to Apply
Enrol in person, by post or email admin@lmhs.org.uk
Enrolment form available online or on request (by phone or email).
SUMMER TERM 2022
Fridays 10:00 am – 12:30 pm
22nd April to 27th May – 6 sessions
10th June to 8th July – 5 sessions
Tuition Fee
£125 for 6 sessions
£110 for 5 sessions
Individual sessions £25
Introduction and Course Content
This is a class for anyone with an interest in general sewing, be it Clothes Making or basic Soft Furnishing. It is an opportunity to learn or refresh essential and advanced sewing techniques applicable to both fields whilst completing a variety of projects of your choice, such as simple garments or cushion covers with zips and piping.
Sewing techniques covered in this class include:
Introduction and consolidation to the use of sewing and overlocking machines
Use of a variety of machine feet including zipper foot
Beginners may learn to:
Insert zips, pockets, collars and cuffs as well as piping
Apply a variety of seams and stitches, by hand and with a machine
Learners with previous knowledge will be able to apply the above to more complex projects, including shirts and jackets as well as small curtains and blinds.
Entry Requirements
All levels. This course is for adult learners (18+) with no knowledge of sewing as well as for learners who have previous experience.
Location
All Sewn Up, Unit 1, The Coop Centre, 11 Mowll Street, London SW9 6BG.
Tel: 020 7840 0216
Email: admin@lmhs.org.uk
Number of Students
10 maximum
Assessment
Tutor feedback
Learner self-assessment
Resources
You will have the use of all equipment in the workroom including: large tables, sewing machines, over-lockers, irons & metal rulers.
Material Costs
You will need to supply all fabrics, haberdashery & your own sewing kit, list available at first session. Some materials can be purchased from the tutor. Price list available in the classroom.
How to Apply
Enrol in person, by post or email admin@lmhs.org.uk
Enrolment form available online or on request (by phone or email).
Wednesdays 10:00 am – 12:30pm
Dates to be confirmed (6 sessions £125)
Course Content
Students will learn how to deconstruct a second-hand item (their own old clothes) that they will have brought to the class. They will aim to create a new piece by recomposing and reconstructing the original garment. At the end of 5 or 6 sessions, students should have transformed their selected garments, ready to show off and to wear.
Some sewing ability and how to use a sewing machine will be necessary.
Location
All Sewn Up, Unit 1, The Coop Centre, 11 Mowll Street, London SW9 6BG.
Tel: 020 7840 0216
Email: admin@lmhs.org.uk
Number of Students
5 maximum
Assessment
Tutor feedback
Learner self-assessment
Resources
You will have the use of all equipment in the workroom including: large tables, sewing machines, over-lockers, irons & metal rulers.
What you will need
Your own discarded, unloved, damaged garments – ready for a complete make over!
