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Beginners Dressmaking: Make a "Bettine" Dress

5(1 review)
This class will introduce you to basic dressmaking of a stylish "Bettine" dress from a "Tilly & the Buttons" pattern.
Hackney
In-person
£65 pp
6hrs
Beginner
What happens in this class?

This dress making class will give you that new look you've been waiting for. It's perfect for both beginners ready to challenge themselves and experienced sewers looking to learn a new trick. We are "Bettine" you will have a fun time!

In this class

This workshop will introduce you to the process of dressmaking, including how to cut out your pattern, setting up and using a domestic sewing machine and building your confidence in making your own clothes. Barley will guide you through the process of making a stylish 'Bettine' dress from a 'Tilly & the Buttons' pattern (choice…

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Things to remember
  • bring your own light to medium weight drapey fabric (such as cotton voile, viscose/rayon or chambray)
  • Fabrications stock a selection of Offset Warehouse's ethical fabrics at 3m (115cm wide) or 2m (150cm)
  • the price includes the "Tilly & the Buttons" "Bettine" pattern worth £12.50
Latest Reviews
5(1 review)
Alisa - 23 July 2018
Fantastic class - I love my dress! Barley is great, she is very patient and talented and went the extra mile to make sure I learnt the various steps and created a beautiful dress. This is my second class with her and will definitely be back for more!
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Age Requirement

This class is suitable for all ages
All students under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.

Flexible cancellation policy

Any class can be cancelled and fully refunded within 24 hours of purchase. See cancellation policy.
Your Teacher

Fabrications - an East London based creative hub!

Fabrications is an independent gallery, shop and workshop dedicated to the best contemporary textile practice and design, with a particular interest in eco-conscious design.

Fabrications opened in June 2000 in a refurbished derelict shop on Broadway Market in Hackney, East London. The shop's founder, Barley Massey, has spent the last 20 years finding ingenious ways to turn scraps into original fabrics and using recycled materials to create cutting-edge items. Since 2012, "The Imaginarium", a fully-fitted working studio, has hosted workshops and classes.

Barley has been awarded as one of…

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Reviews

Alisa - 23 July 2018
Fantastic class - I love my dress! Barley is great, she is very patient and talented and went the extra mile to make sure I learnt the various steps and created a beautiful dress. This is my second class with her and will definitely be back for more!