Dressmaking: The Easy Way... with Geraldine Sykes
Description
Want to make clothes that fit and flatter your shape and size. With Geraldine Sykes and the book, Dressmaking: The Easy Guide, at your side you will be able to do so. Come along on a course of four days and Geraldine will show you how to take your measurements correctly and trace off the pattern for your size. Then you will cut and make a toile in calico. With Geraldine's help the toile will be fitted to you ready for you to select fabric of your choice and make a garment that fits and flatters you. This four day course will allow you to start designing your own clothes or if using commercial patterns, allow you to adapt them to fit you using the block created in calico. You will then be ready to create many more garments to flatter your figure! The dates for the course are Fridays: 1 February 2025 15 February 2025 1 March 2025 15 March 2025 The price is for all four days. The book, Dressmaking: The Easy Guide, will be needed for this course and if purchased from Tudor Rose Patchwork alongside this course, a 20% discount on the book will be offered.
Duration
6 hours
Cancellation policy
Medium - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 4 weeks before the course starts
Maker
Suitable for
- Adults
- Seniors
- Wheelchair users
- Hearing impaired
- Suitable for beginners
- Intermediate level
- Public transport
- Parking provided
FAQs
Yes. We have a shop you can visit alongside our two classrooms and coffee shop.
You will be emailed a requirements list in advance. You can buy everything you don't already have in our shop. We will always make clear anything that you need for the day that we don't sell so you have time to source elsewhere.
Yes. There is a coffee shop on site. Coffee and fresh cakes baked in our own kitchen along with savory choices make to order. Special offers for workshop attendees.
Yes. The venue has disabled parking and ramps allowing access to all areas. There is a disabled toilet.
Staff will help anyone in need of assistance.
Yes, the venue has parking.
Upon arrival, park in the car park at the front of the shop. Unload your vehicle into your classroom. Staff will then advise you where to park your car for the day at the rear of the complex.
