Sewing with Stretch Fabrics
Saturday 10am-4pm
Available spots
About the Class
Learn to sew with stretch fabrics and create your own stylish top or dress using the Eedit Drawstring Knit Top and Dress pattern by Named Clothing. This design features a beautiful drawstring detail that creates soft gathers and shapes the garment to your body. Choose to make either the top or dress version while learning techniques to help you sew with knit fabrics confidently and achieve a professional finish. This class is ideal for sewists who already have some sewing experience and want to expand their skills and explore working with stretch fabrics. What You'll Learn Throughout the class, you'll work through your chosen garment with guidance, learning techniques you can use in lots of future sewing projects. You'll learn how to: Work with knit fabrics and understand the techniques needed to sew them successfully Construct a garment using a commercial sewing pattern Sew neat seams and professional finishes Create the beautiful drawstring detail and controlled gathers Finish necklines and hems for a polished result Build your confidence sewing stretch garments for your handmade wardrobe What You'll Need Please purchase the Eedit Drawstring Knit Top and Dress pattern by Named Clothing before the class and bring it with you. You'll need a suitable knit fabric with the stretch recommended by the pattern. Ideally, please cut out all your fabric pieces before attending so we can spend as much time as possible sewing. If you'd prefer to cut out your fabric during the class, that's absolutely fine, but please be aware that you'll have less time available for sewing. Please also bring your usual sewing kit, including fabric scissors, pins, a tape measure, fabric markers and an unpicker. You can bring your own sewing machine or use one of the studio machines.
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Cancellation Policy
Cancellation Policy – Classes & Workshops By booking a class or workshop with Ready Steady Sew, you agree to the terms outlined below. Please read carefully before booking. Booking & Payment All classes and workshops must be paid for in full at the time of booking to secure your place. Cancellations & Refunds Please check dates carefully before booking. As our classes run on specific dates and spaces are limited, all bookings are non-refundable We are unable to offer refunds if you are no longer able to attend, regardless of the reason. This includes illness, work commitments, or changes in personal circumstances. If You Are Unable to Attend If for any reason you are unable to attend, please contact us as soon as possible. We will always try to find someone to take your place as a goodwill gesture, however this is not guaranteed and we are not contractually obliged to do so If we are able to fill your space, we may offer you the option to move to a future class If we are unable to fill your space, your booking will remain non-refundable and non-transferable You are also welcome to send someone in your place. Please let us know their name and contact details in advance Non-Attendance Failure to attend your class will result in the loss of your booking No refunds or alternatives will be offered Partially Attended Courses We do not offer refunds or alternatives for partially attended courses or workshops, please ensure you can come to all dates If We Need to Cancel In the unlikely event that we need to cancel or reschedule a class: We will aim to give at least one week’s notice where possible, however in some circumstances this may be less You will be offered a full refund, or The option to move to an alternative date Please note that we are not liable for any additional costs or losses incurred, including but not limited to travel, accommodation, or purchased materials and fabrics. As a small business, we rely on full classes to remain sustainable, and offering transfers or refunds to everyone who requests them would result in under-booked classes. We encourage you to ensure you're available for the dates of the course you book. Once a spot is reserved, it is committed to you, and we cannot accommodate changes to future sessions regardless of the reason.