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Sew Your Own T-shirt Workshop

Jesse Tee Class

£120

Ready to take your sewing skills to the next level?

In this workshop, you'll learn how to sew your very own jersey T-shirt - a versatile wardrobe staple you'll want to make again and again.

Perfect for confident beginners and improvers, this class will introduce you to the techniques needed to sew with stretch fabrics, helping you build confidence and expand your dressmaking skills.

During the workshop, you'll learn how to:

  • Accurately measure yourself for dressmaking patterns

  • Cut and prepare jersey fabric

  • Read and follow a sewing pattern

  • Sew with knit fabrics using a sewing machine

  • Attach a neckband for a professional finish

  • Construct and finish a classic T-shirt

  • Gain tips for achieving a great fit and beautiful finish

By the end of the class, you'll leave with a handmade T-shirt, the confidence to sew with stretch fabrics at home, and the skills to create more comfortable, everyday garments for your handmade wardrobe.

Who is this class for?

This workshop is ideal for confident beginners who have completed a beginner sewing course or anyone with basic sewing machine skills looking to start sewing clothes with knit fabrics.

All tuition is delivered in a friendly, supportive environment, with plenty of guidance throughout the day.

What’s included?

  • An A0 printed copy of The Jesse Tee by True Bias, which comes in sizes 0-32 encompassing a large range of body types. It has a relaxed fit and can be made in both crop and full length. The over sized fit of this design includes a dropped shoulder, wide crew neckline and sleeves that fall just above the elbow.

    *You will need to sign up to the True Bias newsletter to get a digital copy of the pattern for free - sign up here: https://truebias.com/

  • Organic cotton jersey fabric - enough to make your chosen size.

  • Use of a computerised sewing machine

  • All tools required - scissors, tape measure, marking tools, thread etc

**A selection of fabric colours will be available for you to choose from on the day.

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