Whether you're just starting out or aiming to refine your dressmaking skills, this 5-week dressmaking course is tailored to your needs. Join us for expert guidance and take your projects to the next level!

This friendly and sociable sewing session is dedicated to you and helping you along on your sewing journey. As such each session is very much guided by you and your project. Being a small group means you will get plenty of individual attention and time to learn. On the first session bring the sewing project you wish to work on or if you're new to sewing, just bring yourself as we have plenty of simple patterns in the shop for you to choose from.

What you’ll learn:

• How to read and understand commercial sewing patterns
• Taking accurate personal body measurements
• Selecting and cutting the correct pattern size
• Making simple pattern adjustments for a better fit
• Cutting out fabric and marking it up correctly
• Sewing darts and shaping garments
• Understanding and sewing different types of seams
• Creating pleats and hems
• Inserting pockets and zips
• Neatening edges and finishing techniques relevant to your chosen pattern

Is this class for me?  All levels of sewers are welcome.

Materials: Bring your projects to work on during the session. Sewing machines and overlockers are available to use in the studio as well as all the basic sewing kit. 

About your Teacher:  Jo gained her experience in the fashion industry as a designer/pattern cutter in ladies' outerwear. She has taught adults sewing and pattern cutting skills for over a decade, from absolute beginners sewing to bra making, simple pattern alterations to fitting masterclasses. Jo is an inspiring teacher and encourages creativity and confidence in dressmaking and sewing projects.

Course Duration: 5 half day sessions.

When: Choose between:

Tuesdays 10am - 1pm -  16th June, 23rd June, 30th June, 7th July, 14th July

Wednesdays 12.30pm - 3.30pm - 10th June, 17th June,24th June, 1st July, 8th July

Tuesdays 10am - 1pm - 21st July, 28th July, 4th August, 11th August, 18th August

Wednesdays 12.30pm - 3.30pm July 22nd, July 29th, August 5th, August 12th, August 19th

Venue: The workshop is held in our modern and vibrant studio at the Clothkits shop. We are located in central Chichester, about a 10 minute walk from the train and bus station. The closest car park is The Cattle Market.