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 2024
Tuesday 10:00 am to 12:30 pm
11th 18th 25th June 2nd 9th 16th July (6 Sessions)
5 or 6 weeks
£125 for 6 sessions
£115 for 5 sessions
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.
Dates to be confirmed
10 am – 1 pm
£65 or £95 including jacket
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.
Tuesdays 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm and Thursdays 10:00 am – 12:30 pm
Dates to be confirmed
6 sessions £125
Pattern cutting and sewing class: Bodice Block
Tutor: Sokha Soong
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.
Winter Term Classes Full.
More classes in January.
Register your interest on the application form.
Intermediate and advanced students will be supported in the making of garments using commercial or own patterns under the supervision and assistance of our qualified tutor.
This is a mixed level class, you will work with others at different levels.
Teaching will be in groups and on an individual one-to-one basis.
The tutor will present examples and samples and discuss the construction of your garment. There will be some demonstrations. You can practice methods taught by the tutor’s demonstrations. Students can take notes, photos of demonstrations.
Entry Requirement
This course is an intermediate level, suitable for people who have some knowledge of using a sewing machine and constructing a garment. Adult Learners 18+
Great news for the Sustainable Fashion-conscious sewer: a new one-day course to learn how to neatly and effectively jazz up and make alterations to your new or vintage garments.
Bring in a few garments that need attention – a new zip, sleeves or hems that need shortening, ribbons or lace to embellish a tired dress – and you will be given directions on how to improve or fix them.
You will do all the sewing so familiarity with a sewing machine and hand sewing is essential – you will acquire or refresh upcycle and mending techniques that will always be useful.
All info can be found here
Please email admin@lmhs.org.uk for info and to enrol.
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.
Come and join Lady Margaret Hall Settlement Chair Danielle Arnaud, staff and tutors for a fun day at All Sewn Up to find out about our Sewing Classes and Activities – drinks and nibbles available
Take part in demonstrations with Clothes Making & Home Textile tutor Grace Carter-Allen, Embroidery tutor Richard McVetis and Quilting (English Paper Piecing) tutor Debra Webster
See our fully equipped sewing workshop and let us know what you’d like to learn and make – we’ll be here to answer all your queries and listen to your ideas
We are in Unit 1, the Co-op Centre, 11 Mowll Street, London SW9 6BG
RSVP email admin@lmhs.org.uk
We look forward to meeting you on Sunday 2 February from 12 noon!
Come and join Debra Webster for this fabulous Free Taster Class as she shows how to make beautiful patchworks with English Paper Piecing, a sociable and relaxing traditional quilting technique. All materials included.
All info here
To sign up email admin@lmhs.org.uk
Great news! All Sewn Up bring you two free classes on Wednesday 4th or Saturday 7th December (both 10am-1pm).
Debra Webster will share her passion and knowledge of English Paper Piecing, a traditional quilting technique suitable for anyone with an interest in sewing – all levels welcome. It’s a beautifully social and relaxing activity, all hand stitching, cutting and gluing. See here for all info.
LIMITED SPACES! Don’t miss this chance, apply soonest: email admin@lmhs.org.uk to get your place in one of these classes.
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In this wonderful new Course, you will be introduced to the beautiful craft of English Paper Piecing, an ancient way of making patchwork by hand which dates back to at least the 18th century.
English Paper Piecing is simply the practice of basting fabric shapes to paper, either with thread or glue, and then sewing the edges together to form patchwork of varying shapes and sizes. This slow and gentle way of making patchwork is truly lovely, and moreover it is also wonderfully sociable and stress-free.
Beginners will be working initially with 2 inch hexagon paper shapes, and will learn the basics of:
– how to cut the fabric;
– how to quickly and easily baste it to the paper by using the glue-basting method;
– and then by using a simple whipstitch, you will learn how to sew the separate hexagons together to form a flower.
You will then be shown how to transform the patchwork flower into a lovely, unique keepsake: a lavender-filled sachet or a pin-cushion.
This class additionally will allow you to go on to work with other shapes and sizes and to create your own patchwork, as the same simple techniques are used for all English paper piecing patchwork.
More advanced students will be supported and guided into making larger English Paper Piecing quilting projects, such as cushion covers, table runners or bedspreads. They will be shown how to complete their items with:
– adding a variety of wadding and backing fabrics to the patchwork piece
– quilting the layers together with hand or machine stitching
– finishing the item with bias binding
All levels. This course is for adult learners (18+) with no knowledge of sewing as well as for learners who have previous experience.
Please note: rotary cutters and scissors may be used by students in this class so sufficient hand dexterity is necessary to handle the sharp equipment safely.
All Sewn Up, Unit 1, The Coop Centre, 11 Mowll Street, London SW9 6BG.
Tel: 020 7840 0216
Email: admin@lmhs.org.uk
12 maximum
Tutor feedback
Learner self-assessment
You will have the use of all equipment in the workroom including: large tables, cutting mats, sewing machines, irons & metal rulers.
For the 3-Day Course: a starter kit of 2″ Hexagon paper shapes and fabric will be available free of charge where needed; all other sewing materials and equipment are to be provided by the student, including thread, needles, fabric glue sticks, scissors, etc. A list of specialist suppliers and materials will be available from the tutor. Some materials and fabrics may be purchased in class at competitive prices – all purchases at All Sewn Up help with the running of the project by Lady Margaret Hall Settlement, Reg. Charity No.202918.
For the Free Taster Class: all fabrics, paper shapes, threads and needles will be provided free of charge. Please bring your own sewing kit if you have it (scissors, needles, etc).
Enrol in person, by post or email admin@lmhs.org.uk
Enrolment form available online or on request (by phone or email).
