On this 2 day workshop you will be guided through the 'Rebel Ragan' sweatshirt pattern from Wardrobe by Me. This is a unisex classic style sweatshirt with raglan sleeves, rib cuffs and hem band.

On day one, you will begin by taking your measurements and select the correct size and fit you desire. You can select a crew neckline style or one with a hood and a front kangaroo pocket. You will then learn how to lay and cut the pattern pieces on your knitted fabric. Once your pieces are cut out, you will start constructing your sweatshirt. You will be guided along with step-by-step instructions and 1:1 help.

On day two, you will continue constructing your sweatshirt adding the hood (where applicable) and the ribs and cuffs, neck and hem bands.

You will be making your sweatshirt from a heavy French terry or sweatshirt material that is brushed or un-brushed; these are knitted fabrics that have a natural stretch. You will then have a complimentary or contrast colour rib fabric for the cuffs and hem bands. You will need to purchase the fabric and rib, please see information on quantities in the what you will need section below.

You will leave this workshop with the skills to lay and cut a pattern, know how to sew with knitted fabrics and attach rib fabrics to cuffs and hems. You will leave with a finished sweatshirt, walking out the door wearing it!

meet your tutor

Lucy is a qualified Textile technologist and teacher of sewing of techniques and textile creations. She enjoys empowering anyone to sew; to create individual pieces or becoming more sustainable through repair and upcycling clothing.

Tutor: Lucy Barraclough
Date & Time: Sat 25th Jan, 10am - 4pm & Sun 26th Jan, 10am - 3:30pm 
Venue: Scissors Studio, New Brewery Arts  

PRICE:   
Residential Option (including 2-night stay)  
£380 (£0.00 VAT)  
  
Non-residential Option  
£240 (£0.00 VAT)

Who is this for?

This is an easy skill level project, for those who have some basic sewing experience.

This workshop is for those aged 18 and over.  

What you will need:

You are welcome to bring a lidded bottle of water with you but we kindly ask that you do not bring food into the studio.

Sewing machines are provided but you are welcome to bring your own if you wish.

You will need to purchase your own fabric and rib.

Fabric/Rib Quantity with hood and pocket:

• 1.9 m (150cm wide) for sizes S/M

• 2.1m for sizes L/XL in a heavy weight (min 200gms) French terry, sweatshirt fabric (loopback or brushed back)

• 0.3m (30cm) Rib fabric - this could be matching colour or contrast to the main fabric

• Thread to match

Fabric/Rib Quantity crewneck (no hood or pocket):

• 1.3 m (150cm wide) for sizes S/M

• 1.6m for sizes L/XL in a heavy weight (min 200gms) French terry, sweatshirt fabric (loopback or brushed back)

• 0.3m (30cm) Rib fabric - this could be matching colour or contrast to the main fabric

• Thread to match

Fabric scissors, tape measures and pins will be provided

If you need any advice, please get in touch via email emma@newbreweryarts.org.uk

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Accommodation

You will be staying in our stylish accommodation on site. The Barrel Store accommodation will be reserved for students for the whole weekend and you will each have a room of your own. 2-night stay includes Friday 24th & Saturday 25th January

An additional 1-night stay on Sunday 26th January is an optional extra.  

Catering

This weekend residential course includes breakfast and lunch as well as teas, coffees and homemade cake.

For your evening meal, you will have access to a fully equipped kitchen in your accommodation. Alternatively, we have a number of recommendations for eateries in Cirencester.

If you are attending the 2-day ‘Non-residential Option’ lunch on both days is included in the ticket price, as well as teas, coffees and homemade cake.