7-Week Children’s Dressmaking in Tuam

LEARN TO SEW AT YOUR OWN PACE

When: Friday, 5.00 – 6.30 pm

Where: Family and Youth Centre, Tuam, Co. Galway

Dates: 06/11, 13/11, 20/11, 27/11, 04/12, 11/12, 18/12

Who can join: +7 to teens

We provide: patterns

Required materials: Fabric (cotton is recommended for beginners) and a sewing kit with basic tools like bobbins, scissors, thread, and buttons.

This self-paced course introduces foundational sewing techniques for beginners and guides you toward intermediate garment construction, tailored to your preferences.

Topics include:

• Sewing machine setup, threading, and safe operation

• Fundamental stitches and seam techniques

• Identifying fabric types and selecting appropriate materials

• Pattern reading and layout techniques

• Cutting and pinning methods

• Garment construction processes

• Adding buttonholes, pockets and zips

• Finishing techniques, such as hems, edge finishes and closures

Participants will begin with basic projects and progress to intermediate projects as their confidence and skills develop.

If you're at an intermediate level and confident in adding buttonholes, zips, pockets, interfacing, etc., feel free to jump right into a project you're passionate about! No need to go through the introductory foundational skills; dive in and get creative!

Make it, Wear it, Love it

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