The Greta Jacket/Gilet or Gertrude Jacket two day workshop:

If you want to venture into outerwear with Jackets and Coats this Workshop is a great way to start. Choose either Greta that comes as both a Jacket or Gilet - with or without sleeves and with either a collar or bound edge finish. So plenty of options to choose from, making this a very versatile pattern. Or, our Gertrude jacket which is the perfect jacket for all seasons. Features include a button front with a neat collar and a two piece sleeve with a button cuff.

Greta Information:

This is a wonderful garment to wear over lots of our other patterns and makes the perfect throw-on jacket for any season

You will learn measuring and pattern alterations, cutting out the pattern, use of interlinings, attaching facings, how to sew a bound edge finish, patch pockets and more

Suitable fabrics include Quilted/Padded fabric (bought or self-made), Light to mid-weight denim, Cotton Twill, Needlecord, Wool Blends, Fleece/Borg style fabric, Viscose, Cotton Lawn, Craft Cotton for lining/inner jacket or gilet

The Greta is a boxy style which lends itself to light to mid-weight fabrics for a more spring-style garment, or why not use a thicker weighted fabric, like a borg or fleece a line in a single jersey for a more cosy winter addition to your wardrobe. 

Gertrude Information:

Our Gertrude jacket is the perfect jacket for all seasons. Features include a button front with a neat collar and a two piece sleeve with a button cuff.  You will learn how to sew collars, cuffs, facings and yokes. We will also show you how to achieve perfect topstitching and how to attach jeans buttons. 

You will need to bring 2- 2.75m of a wide width fabric, depending on your size. Please see the sizing charts in the images attached or contact us for more information. Suitable for Linen, Denim, Cordroy or Oilskin

Skill Level:

Level 2  Confident Beginner

• Confident with using a sewing machine
• Mastered the sewing basics
• Can complete simple projects, such as a cushion cover or zipped bag, without any difficulty
• Find your way around an easy pattern

What to bring with you:

• Main Fabric - See Sizing chart for patten and version you intend to make
• Lining fabric - See Sizing chart for patten and version you intend to make
• Bias Binding
• Buttons dependant on the garment selected
• Matching threads
• Any sewing tools or equipment you want to use from home (not machines please)

What's included:

• The paper pattern and instruction booklet for your chosen garment
• Threads in a selection of colours
• Use of all tools, equipment and sewing machines
• Tea, Coffee & Cake - Please let us know of any dietary requirements at the time of booking
• Free Parking
• 10% off purchases of full priced fabric, patterns and haberdashery made in the Sew Me Something Shop
• 10% off purchases made in our lovely onsite cafe, The Makers' Space
• 10% off future workshop bookings made on the day you are attending one

*Please note workshops are non refundable so please ensure you can attend the date you are booking

Join us at our Studio in Longbarn village, Alcester Heath, Alcester, B49 5JJ for this Sewing Workshop and learn how to Sew your very own Gertrude Jacket.

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