Patch Your Stash Class (2 x 4 hour classes)

Class Duration: 2 x 4 Hours with Frances Harvey

In this unique two day sewing class you will make a patchwork fabric out of extra fabric from home, or small pieces of remnant fabric, and then cut and sew a garment from this patchwork. You'lll learn how to combine fabrics together in interesting patterns, fabric placement, and how to sew with a complex patchwork.

Using scraps of fabric from old sewing projects and clothes is great for the environment and is such a fun way to reimagine fabric and create an entirely unique garment that no one else will have! Plus, if you’re a sewer with a big stash, it’s a great way to get rid of pesky remnants.

You're welcome to use any pattern for the garment, however it is recommended that you choose simple designs with not too many elements - gathered dresses (e.g our Felicia Pinafore Dress), simple tops, elasticated skirts and loose, elastic-waist pants. Using a pattern you have used before, or that you are not too worried about the fit of, is ideal.

Fabrics:
Please note that the combination of fabrics is important! All fabrics should be woven and of a similar weight. Mixing light and heavy fabrics together will make the construction and fit of the garment difficult.
Make sure to bring enough fabric to patch together to make your garment and give yourself options to design the perfect patchwork.
Don’t have a fabric stash at home? You can bring in old clothes to cut up and sew
together, household fabric like curtains from op shops, or even buy 20cm strips of fabric to cut up and piece together. The options are endless! If you’re uncertain about what to use for your class please get in touch with Frances.

Class 1:
- Bring your pattern of choice, and scrap fabric to class. If fabric pieces are
irregular shapes it is recommended to pre-cut them into squares, triangles, or
rectangles at home
- You will spend the class sewing these scraps into a patchwork and learning
the optimal way to cut your garment
- Any patchworking or cutting not completed in this class should be completed
at home before starting the next class!

Class 2:
- Finish off any extra sewing, then cut your garment at home and bring in for
Class 2
- You will spend the class sewing together your garment and adding any final
touches
- Voila! Your unique stash garment is complete!

Equipment List:

• Fabric scraps/remnants/old clothing that you no longer wear or fits you
• Your chosen pattern
• Sewing machine (Tessuti have sewing machines, there is no need to bring your own)
• Scissors for cutting fabric and paper
• Measuring tape
• Unpicker
• Needles and thread
• Pens/pencil/tailors chalk
• Pins