Sample Portfolio - Zips, Zips Zips - 2nd December 2024

The Sample Portfolio workshops allow you to build up a file of techniques to refer to whenever you need them. When you attend the first workshop you will receive a file to start building your portfolio then add to it on each workshop. Workshops In this series include Zips, Seams and Hems, Pockets, Collars and Cuffs, Dressmaking Techniques, Advanced Dressmaking Techniques, Tailoring Techniques, The Importance of Pressing, Machine Feet.

Overcome your fear of zips in this practical skills workshop! You will learn to insert a concealed zip (look like a pro when you make dresses or cushion covers!). A fly zip with a placket for jeans & trousers and an exposed teeth zip, the fashionable fastening for dresses and skirts. You will receive lots of tips on choosing the correct zip for your project and take home samples and notes to help with your next project. Don't let zips hold you back!

What You Need To Bring: The Sewing Room is fully equipped with Janome Sewing Machines and Overlockers as well as all the tools you need to complete your project.  You are very welcome to bring your own machine and sewing box if you wish.

Materials Needed: All Materials are provided for this workshop

Level: Intermediate

Venue: The Midhurst Sewing Room

Date: Monday 2nd December 2024

Workshop Start/End time: 2pm-5pm

Workshop Duration: half day

Workshop Tutor: Claire Tyler