Sewing Demonstrations
Training
In Watford
Description
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Type
Training
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Location
Watford
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Duration
7 Days
Get to Know Your Sewing Machine Intimately, learn the decorative techniques for dressmaking. Suitable for: Everyone is welcome, regardless of ability, make of software or embroidery machine
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About this course
You will need to bring your own sewing/overlocker to the course
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Course programme
SEWING DEMONSTRATIONS WITH MARIA
(Loyalty Card Members only or �4 charge on the day for non members)
January 17th/18th
Get to Know Your Sewing Machine Intimately
Your sewing machine is capable of endless creative possibilities far greater than straight stitch. With all the advanced technology, you can get greater enjoyment from the sewing machine you own.
March 19th
Overlock Feet on the Go
Most of us use the Overlock for basic sewing, yet it has far more potential than this. Now is the time to explore this. What attachments do you need? Put your best foot (or feet!) forward with various attachments and learn more techniques.
May 14th
Decorative Techniques for Dressmaking
Ruching, Piping, Tucks & Binding. Use these techniques to create alternative and unusual designs, enabling you to make your wardrobe bespoke.
July 9th
What kind of waist band is suitable for me?
As we get older we look for comfort in garments. There are many ways you can gain this. Come and see various ways to make your waistbands suit you.
September 17th
Computerised Embroidery Essentials
Quality embroidery requires basic skills, quality ingredients and proper equipment. Hints and tips how to stabilize, hoop and stitch decorative designs.
November 12th
Zip it Up!
Time and time again I am asked to show you how to put in an invisible zip. It is easier than a normal zipper. All different types of closures will be demonstrated, including plain, corded and bounded buttonholes. Don't be afraid, make a feature of your closures!
NB if you are not a regular visitor please check with us first, in case the dates have changed. We will try our very best to keep to the dates and agenda as above. There is no need to bring your machine.
LOYALTY MEMBER CARD (�35.00)
Members entitled to 20% discount at any time when purchasing, Fabrics, Haberdashery, Patterns, Publications and Spares. You will also get free admission to In-House Sewing Demonstrations. Non-Loyalty Members �4.00 per session. (Sorry no discount)
DIGITIZING AND COMPUTERISED EMBROIDERY CLUB
Club Members organise informal meetings. Discussions and sharing ideas, hints, tips, about digitizing and computerised embroidery. Everyone is welcome, regardless of ability, make of software or embroidery machine.
Dates: 13th January, 10th February, 10th March, 7th April, 12th May, 9th June, 14th July, 11th August, 8th September, 6th October, 10th November and 8th December.
Club meets once a month. Tuesday 2-4pm Club term starts March and fees �35.00 Non-members �4.00 per session. No club discount for non-members. Club Discount 15% on Club days on fabric, haberdashery and small accessories. (10% on any other days)
Sewing Demonstrations