Make Your Own Clothes Workshop
Learn to use a sewing machine and get stuck into making your first garment at our fully equipped studio in Pembroke Dock.
The June/July course has now started, but we are taking names for the next course planned for September.
Photos from the workshop
A look inside the first session of the Make Your Own Clothes workshop series.
Create your first garment with confidence
This beginner workshop series is designed to guide you step-by-step, whether you are a complete beginner or looking to build confidence with sewing.
You will create a simple pair of trousers, a skirt or a top, choosing from menswear or womenswear and starting from your chosen pattern.
Before the course begins, you will have a short on-boarding call to assess your level and help you choose a suitable pattern, so you are ready to start from day one.
Led by Sarah Poland
Sarah Poland is a fashion designer and artist. With a fashion degree, Fine Art MA and years of experience, Sarah offers expert, hands-on tuition in a supportive small-group setting.
Workshops are limited to 4 participants, ensuring plenty of individual guidance throughout the course.
What to expect
Timing
6 Tuesdays
6:00pm – 8:00pm
Price
£175 for 6 sessions
Group size
Limited to 4 participants for plenty of individual guidance.
The first course runs from Tuesday 9 June to 14 July. This course has now started, but we are taking names for September.
Build practical sewing skills
- How to use a sewing machine
- How to read and follow a pattern
- How to select suitable fabrics
- The skills to construct your first garment with confidence
Before you arrive
- A sewing pattern, with guidance provided before the course
- Your own sewing machine, if you would like to bring one
- Any fabric you already have, so suitability can be discussed
- Or use one of our sewing machines at the studio
Support before and during the course
Before the course begins, we will help you choose a suitable pattern so you can arrive ready to start.
Fabric choices and quantities will be discussed during the first session, and suppliers can be recommended. A small selection of donated fabrics will also be available to purchase.
Pembrokeshire Fashion Festival
Participants will also have the chance to show their creation in our fashion show at Pembrokeshire Fashion Festival in October, with you or a friend as the model.
Accessibility and suitability
Level
Suitable for complete beginners to confident beginners.
Age
Age 16+
Access
Accessible workshop space with a low working table available.
Tea and coffee are provided.
Taking names for September
Email us
Email info@frameltd.co.uk to register interest or ask a question.
On-boarding call
We will assess your level and help you choose a suitable pattern.
Prepare your pattern
Bring your chosen pattern and any fabric you already have.
Start sewing
Join the small group and begin creating your first garment.
Register interest for September
The current course has now started, but we are taking names for the next Make Your Own Clothes Workshop series planned for September.
