{"product_id":"introduction-to-dressmaking-sew-the-remy-raglan-top-by-sew-house-seven-three-week-course","title":"Introduction To Dressmaking – Sew The Remy Raglan Top By Sew House Seven (Three Week Course)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Course\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHave you already begun your sewing journey, gained confidence with your sewing machine, and are now ready to progress into making your own garments? This three-week introduction to dressmaking is the perfect next step on your garment-making journey.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis course is ideal if you’re confident using a sewing machine and keen to make your first garment with support and guidance. It’s also a great next step if you’ve already completed another type of garment and would like to try something different, for example if you’ve made trousers or a dress before and are ready to move on to sewing a top.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLed by experienced sewing teacher Emma Smith, the course offers a supportive, hands-on approach designed to build confidence step by step. Emma has many years of teaching experience and is known for her patient, attentive guidance. The atmosphere is friendly and relaxed, and participants are encouraged to ask questions throughout, with plenty of opportunity for individual support, advice, and helpful sewing insights along the way.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn this workshop, you will be making the Remy Raglan by Sew House Seven — a modern, beginner-friendly wardrobe staple designed with comfort and versatility in mind. The Remy Raglan is a relaxed, easy-to-wear top with a classic raglan sleeve and a gently shaped silhouette, making it a perfect garment to build confidence and skills. It is a size-inclusive pattern designed to fit a wide range of body shapes, and the course includes your own printed copy of the pattern.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat You’ll Learn\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOver the course of the workshop, you will be guided through the full dressmaking process:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to measure yourself accurately to determine your correct pattern size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to read and understand a commercial sewing pattern, including markings, notches, grainlines and layout instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to work out fabric requirements and select suitable fabrics and notions for your garment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to prepare and handle your fabric correctly before cutting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to lay out your pattern pieces and cut accurately and confidently\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to construct your garment, with Emma supporting you throughout\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs the course progresses, you will be supported step by step as you begin constructing your garment, building skills and confidence as you go.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a structured yet relaxed introduction to dressmaking, designed to take you from pattern understanding through to a finished handmade garment in a friendly, encouraging environment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCourse Dates and Times\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll sessions run from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1:30pm – 4:30pm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeek 1: Tuesday 2nd July\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeek 2: Thursday 9th July\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeek 3: Thursday 16th July\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMost participants complete their garment during the course. However, as everyone works at a different pace, some finishing details may be completed at home, with clear guidance provided.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat You’ll Need to Bring\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA basic sewing kit: small scissors, large scissors, pins or clips, hand sewing needles, fabric marking tool, and a seam ripper\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNotebook and pen for taking notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater bottle (optional)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials for your garment:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou may bring your own fabric to the first session or purchase in the shop during the course, where guidance will be available to help you choose suitable fabrics and quantities.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFabric requirements (including suggested quantities) are shown in the photographs attached to the pattern listing, alongside sizing information. 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