Beginners workshop • Learn to make a Vee Tee
A dressmaking workshop for beginners
Join us for 2 half day workshops over 2 weeks to learn how to use a sewing pattern. We will be using one of our Quick Makes patterns, the Vee Tee* to teach you the basics of putting together a simple garment. Just some of what we will cover is:
• Accurate measuring & size selection
• How to sew a bust dart
• Overlocking techniques
• How to understitch & why we do it
• Easing in a sleeve
• Techniques on hemming
You will need to be familiar with how to use a sewing machine but no dress-making experience is required. Come along and learn some new skills and go home with a top that you have made yourself.
*If you would prefer to make a unisex/men’s garment, please get in touch to discuss options – tara @sewdifferent.co.uk
Date: Saturday 1st Feb & Saturday 8th Feb • 9.30am – 12.30pm • Deposit £50 – Total cost £80
Only 6 places available


ABOUT THE VEE TEE
The Vee Tee is a loose fitting, boxy top that pulls on over your head. It has a V neckline, darts at the bust and inset sleeves. There are adjustment lines for length on the body and the sleeves.
ABOUT THE WORKSHOP
The workshop runs from 9.30am – 12.30pm and includes the cost of the pattern. Tara will be your teacher for the day – she has a relaxed, cheerful manner and a wealth of teaching experience. She will be able to help you with every element, from taking your own measurements to the perfect finish.
You will need to bring 2 metres of non-stretch cotton fabric.
You do not need to bring any equipment. There are sewing machines, scissors and everything you could need on hand at the studio, however, if you prefer to sew on your own machine, you are very welcome to bring your own.


ABOUT THE VENUE
Sew Different is located within the Dean Clough mill complex in a dedicated sewing studio with lots of natural light. We are located on the first floor with lift access. Halifax town centre, bus station and train station are a ten minute walk from the studio. There is a Travel Lodge and plenty of metered parking on site.
Address: Suite E107, E Mill, Dean Clough, Halifax HX3 5AX
Beginners workshop • Learn to make a Vee Tee
£50.00
Private workshops for solo sewists or small groups can be arranged. They can be run to a similar format as our listed retreat but you would have the studio to yourselves. The advantage of this is that we can customise the itinerary to suit you. Please email [email protected] to discuss your requirements.
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