Learn make Clothes - an Introduction to Dressmaking

Join us for a five week course at Stitching Kitchen and have fun with fabric and thread while learning about all the skills you need as you start your dressmaking hobby. Whether you're a complete beginner or refreshing your skills, our introductory garment sewing course is designed to build confidence and creativity. Over 10 hours (5 sessions), you'll gain hands-on experience making one or more beginner friendly garments of your choice.

What you will learn/achieve

What makes a sewing pattern suitable for a beginner

How to read all those markings and make simple adjustments

Typical construction techniques and the order you put a garment together

Pleats, darts and other shaping tricks

Theory of more complex alterations such as FBA

What's included

Full instruction and support in a small class

Use of our Pfaff and Janome machines in Stitching Kitchen's fully equipped studio.

A Tilly and the Buttons pattern of your choice

10% off in the Stitching Kitchen shop during your workshop and the weeks beforehand

Class handouts are provided via email after each class.

Tea and cake.

About your tutor

Hannah is the owner of Stitching Kitchen. Hannah really enjoys dressmaking and is often sporting her own ‘me made’ outfits. She has attended college to learn pattern cutting and garment construction. She has a wealth of experience in all aspects of sewing and textile crafts and loves to share her skills.