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Take your dressmaking to the next level with this creative Pattern Hacking workshop. Under the guidance of Claire, you’ll learn how to make design changes to your existing sewing patterns so you can create unique garments and get more value from every pattern you own.

Discover how small adjustments can transform a design — whether it’s changing a neckline, adding or altering sleeves, adjusting the fullness of a skirt, or incorporating other creative features. By the end of the day, you’ll have the skills and confidence to adapt any pattern to suit your style and become your own fashion designer.

What You Will Learn

How to read and understand a pattern’s key features

Methods for altering sleeves, necklines, garment fullness, and more

Techniques for adding design details while maintaining a good fit

How to reuse and adapt patterns to create entirely new looks

What’s Included

Expert tuition and guidance from Claire in a small group

Use of studio sewing machines, cutting tools, and equipment

Tea and cake

What to Bring

A favourite garment pattern, perhaps one of the Tilly and the buttons or Sew Different patterns you have sewn with us.

Fabric and matching thread for your chosen variation - we have fabric you can use for mock ups

Packed lunch (full-day session)

Venue & Accessibility

This workshop is held at Stitching Kitchen.

First Floor Studio: Light and spacious, accessible by stairs only.

Tutor

Claire is a skilled dressmaker and pattern cutter with a passion for helping sewists unlock their creativity. She loves showing people how to reimagine patterns, maximise their wardrobe options, and sew garments that truly reflect their personal style.

Questions?
Please get in touch for further details.

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Pattern Hacking: Become Your Own Fashion Designer

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