INTRO TO PATTERN GRADING

*Suitable for Confident Beginners who have experience of using a sewing machine & basic pattern knowledge*

As with most clothing brands, patterns have their own standard sizings. You will notice when buying clothes different brands are all slightly different in the way they fit. The same goes for different brands of patterns and most won't relate to a size you buy in the shops. This pattern grading workshop teaches you how to take a regular sewing pattern and grade it to suit your size/shape. Looking at how to alter if you are inbetween sizes, how to grade up or down if your size isn't on the scale. Everybody is different and very rarely matches the exact size a particular pattern is based on. 

What will we do:

We will teach you how to measure yourself properly so you can identify the right size on a sewing pattern or know where we need to then grade/alter the pattern just for you. You will work through some basic grading based on your pattern you have brought so you are clear on how to alter sizing and we will then make sure we alter to your own specifications where needed.

You will need:

-To bring a pattern you have or one you would like to work with, it may be good to bring one or two extra with you as well just depending on the complexity of each and how quickly you work.

-Pattern Cutting Equipment if you have any for example 2H pencil, pattern master or fashion curve, tracing wheel, carbon paper. We do have some tools to use in the workshop itself but we also have certain items you can purchase ahead or on the day.

-We have the tea, coffee & biccies sorted oh and the view so feel free to bring your lunch or anything specific needed for your own dietary requirements.

Our She Shed studio is equipped with a toilet & kitchen facilities (microwave, kettle, toaster, fridge etc) & free parking on site.

3 hour session £55

Upcoming Dates

-Saturday 18th March 2023 10am-1:00pm (15mins refreshment break) Location at the Yorkshire Born & Thread Studio

See Workshop Terms & Conditions before making your booking