The Art of Shirt Making

This pre-recorded online workshop series will take you through the step-by-step process of sewing all 5 of our workshop garments.

What you'll learn:

This workshop will take beginner and intermediate sewers through the process of creating their own capsule wardrobe from start to finish. The key to long lasting garments is a high quality of make and this workshop series will give you in depth and detailed guidance for a professional finish. You'll learn a huge array of construction techniques and each step will be explained thoroughly with no stone left unturned.

Level: Beginner & Intermediate sewers 

The Series:

1. Cara Top - Starting with this beginners piece you'll get to grips with the basics and will be introduced to detailed sewing techniques at an achievable level. (Available in sizes 4 -28)

2. Frida Shirt - Next we'll build things up to introduce more making elements to a paired back blouse with sleeves.  (Available in sizes 6 -28)

3. Over Shirt - Your introduction into shirt making will take things to the next level and you'll be able to sew a full shirt with proper tailoring techniques. It might sound big but it's 100% achievable when broken down into a simple step-by-step guide.  (Available in sizes 6 -28)

4. Daphne Trousers - Moving on to trousers, you'll learn how to sew a zip fly with additional binding detailing to give a high quality finish. Fiddly but very satisfying. (Available in sizes 6 -20)

5. Worker Trousers - And finally you'll master the Worker Trouser with the concealed button fly, front pockets, binding details and waistband with belt loops. The creme de la creme.  (Available in sizes 4 -28)

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What is included:

• Lifetime access to your online workshops
• PDF Patterns for all 5 garments ( A4, A0 & US Letter) with illustrated instructions (these will be sent to you via email after purchasing)

This pre-recorded online workshop series will take you through the step-by-step process of sewing a fully finished outfit. This series included access to the Frida Shirt Workshop, Over Shirt Workshop & Worker Trouser Workshop.

What you'll learn:

The key to long lasting garments is a high quality of make and this workshop will provide plenty of tips that you can take forward in your sewing journey. This workshop will take intermediate sewers through the process of creating their own mini capsule wardrobe from start to finish. The skills you learn will be transferable to any future garment and it's a great option for those looking to improve and diversify their skills.

Level: Intermediate sewers (if you're a total beginner to might like to check out our Cara Top Workshop first)

What is included:

• Lifetime access to your online workshops
• PDF Patterns for all 3 garments ( A4, A0 & US Letter) with illustrated instructions (these will be sent to you via email after purchasing)
• Sizes 4 - 28

What will be covered?

• Concealed button stand fly
• Binding details
• Waistband and belt loops
• Pockets with facings and french seam finishing
• Run & Fell seams
• Patch pockets
• Classic collar and collar stand construction
• Cuff with a placket opening
• Sandwiching a double back yoke
• Topstitching details
• Hemming
• Sewing on buttons
• Button holes

Our workshops are broken down into chapters and are taught in the exact same way as our studio workshops. Every step is shown in detail and we have tried to pre-empt any issues you might face at home through clear explanation. Each tutorial is in the format of a video that you can watch at home at any time you like, as many times as you want.

The Beginner Series includes a combination of workshops and patterns to get your sewing journey off to a flying start. This series includes:

5 x PDF Patterns:

- Cara Top, Frida Shirt, Rib Sweater, Daphne Trousers & Sunday Trackies

3 x Online Workshops (pre-recorded videos you can watch in your own times):

- Cara Top, Frida Shirt & Daphne Trousers

This is a great option for total beginners looking to dive into sewing and build solid skills from the get go. The collection of garments are no only the easiest ones in our range but they're the ones that offer the most guidance with the supporting online tutorials.

Skill level: Beginner - You don't need previous sewing experience but you should feel comfortable using a sewing machine. It's a good idea to spend some time getting used to the machine and perhaps sew some simple things such as pillow cases or tote bags. Our series of free videos will also show you everything you need to know before you start your workshops.

Once you're ready to start we recommend completing the series in the following order:

1. Cara Top Workshop (pre-recorded tutorial

2. Frida Shirt Workshop

3. Daphne Trouser Workshop

4. Rib Sweater (following the PDF instructions)

5. Sunday Trackies (following the PDF instructions)

Sizing: Sizes 6 - 20 are included in this pattern set (however some of the patterns include more sizes). Our sizes run true to UK sizing - for full sizing details see below in the drop down menu. For each pattern sizing details please check the individual product pages. 

Materials: Please see each product page individually for materials lists

This pre-recorded online workshop will take you through the step-by-step process of sewing your Worker Trousers. 

What you'll learn:

The key to long lasting garments is a high quality of make and this workshop will provide plenty of tips that you can take forward in your sewing journey. This workshop will take intermediate sewers through the process of a tricky and detailed fly construction complete with decorative binding (please note this tutorial covers the button fly option, not the zip fly option). You will also learn how to sew waistband & belt loops, smart front pockets, patch pockets and overlocked flat seam with topstitching. These skills will be transferable to any garment you sew, in particular all future pairs of trousers. This is a great option for those looking to diversify their skills and make good, long lasting pairs of trousers.

Level: Intermediate sewers (if you're a beginner please see our Frida Shirt Workshop & Over Shirt Workshops)

What is included:

• Lifetime access to your online workshop
• PDF Pattern ( A4, A0 & US Letter) with illustrated instructions
• These will both be sent to you via email after purchasing

What will be covered?

• Concealed button stand fly
• Binding details
• Waistband and belt loops
• Cheats overlock with topstitching
• Pockets with facings and french seam finishing
• Hemming
• Sewing on buttons
• Button holes 

This pre-recorded online workshop will take you through the step-by-step process of sewing your Over Shirt. 

What you'll learn:

This workshop will elevate your sewing skills and improve your confidence through teaching a wide range of classic shirt making techniques. You will learn how to sew with precision, using run & fell seams, sewing complicated plackets & cuff openings, classic collar construction and plenty of detailed top stitching. The workshop will take you through at a steady pace and included built in chapters to break down the project into bitesize stages. This is a great option for those looking to build their skillset and add more workwear style pieces to their wardrobe.

Level: Intermediate sewers (if you're a beginner please see our Frida Shirt Workshops)

What is included:

• Lifetime access to our online Over Shirt Workshop
• PDF Pattern ( A4, A0 & US Letter) with illustrated instructions
• These will both be sent to you via email after purchasing

What will be covered?

• Run & Fell seams
• Patch pockets
• Classic collar and collar stand construction
• Cuff with a placket opening
• Sandwiching a double back yoke
• Topstitching details
• Hemming
• Sewing on buttons
• Button holes

This pre-recorded online workshop will take you through the step-by-step process of sewing your Frida Shirt. It is particularly aimed at those at the start of their sewing journey who want to improve their sewing techniques. 

What you'll learn:

The workshop will take you through at a steady pace and included built in chapters to break down the project into bitesize stages. You will learn how to sew with more precision, using french seams, applying flat binding and easing in sleeve heads. The course will encourage you to sew with close attention to detail, often using millimetres instead of centimetres as guidelines to encourage aiming for precision. This is a great starting point on the journey to sewing more high quality pieces for your wardrobe.

Level: This is our entry level course. You will need previous sewing experience but the workshop is targeted at committed beginners > intermediate sewers.

What is included:

• Lifetime access to our online Frida Shirt Workshop
• PDF Pattern (A4, A0 & US Letter format) with illustrated instructions
• These will both be sent to you via email after purchasing

What will be covered?

• French seams
• Gathering details
• Sandwiching a double back yoke
• Hemming
• Flat binding detail
• Easing in armholes
• Sewing on buttons
• Button holes
• Precision topstitching detailing