Sewing with Stretch - Knickers at Abakhan Mostyn

Discover the art of making comfortable and stylish underwear in our Sewing with Stretch: Knickers Class! Perfect for beginners and intermediate sewists, this class will guide you through the process of creating custom-fit knickers using stretch fabrics.

What You’ll Learn:

• Pattern Reading and Adjustments: How to read and adjust patterns for the perfect fit and style.
• Cutting Techniques: Accurate cutting methods for stretch fabrics to ensure all pieces are ready for assembly.
• Sewing Seams: Techniques for sewing with stretch fabrics, including using a regular sewing machine with stretch stitches.
• Elastic Insertion: How to attach elastic for waistbands and leg openings neatly and securely.
• Finishing Touches: Adding decorative elements such as lace trims and bows to personalize your knickers.

Why Attend:

This class offers a hands-on, practical approach to sewing underwear, with expert guidance to help you achieve professional results. By the end of the class, you’ll have created a pair of custom knickers and gained the skills to make many more in different styles and fabrics.

Skill level : Basic sewing machine skills required

What to bring:

• 0.5 metres of fabric - 4 way stretch only
• 2 metres of 1cm wide elastic
• Thread to match (Guttermans)

Janome sewing machines will be provided on the day along with a hot drink. You will also receive a 10% discount card to use in-store.

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Tutor : Corrie Robinson

I was a professional dressmaker for over 20 years, working from my studio in Prestatyn, North Wales. I specialised in Bridal and Aerial wear, so from satin to stretch. I retired in 2020, so I could focus more on my teaching.

My classes are designed to pass on the skills I learnt over the years. So my students can progress in their own sewing, from beginners to advanced. I have taught with Abakhan fabrics for over 18 years now and have a passion for teaching dressmaking and sewing.

My classes are designed to be fun as well as informative, giving you as much knowledge as I can and helping to further your sewing skills. It’s all about time and practice plus a few handy cheat tips! I love dressmaking and I’m passionate about teaching, so hopefully the 2 combined gives you a great source to draw from, whether it’s making your own trousers to putting in zips. I look forward to seeing you all soon.