Hobby to Professional at Abakhan Mostyn

Transform your passion for sewing into a professional skill set with our Hobby to Professional Sewing Class! This class is designed for sewists who aspire to elevate their craft, whether for personal fulfillment, starting a small business, or pursuing a career in fashion.

What You’ll Learn:

• Advanced Sewing Techniques: Master complex sewing methods, including french seams, under stitching, overlaying, mergeing and more!
• Fabric Knowledge: Deepen your understanding of various fabrics, their properties, and how to work with them professionally.
• Finishing Touches: Perfect your skills in adding linings, interfacings, and other professional finishes that enhance durability and aesthetics.

Why Attend:

You will gain the confidence and expertise to take on more challenging projects. Whether you dream of launching your own clothing line or simply want to sew like a pro, this class will provide the skills and knowledge to achieve your goals.

Join us for really enjoyable day, packed full of hints and techniques to further your dressmaking skills. This is one of our most popular workshops!

Skill level : Basic sewing machine skills required

What to bring:

• 0.75 metre of 8mm nylon boning (Rigeline)
• 0.50 metre of dress lining
• 0.25 metre of organza
• 0.25 metre of georgette (soft)
• 0.25 metre of interfacing (lightweight, sew in)
• 0.25 metre of satin
• 0.25 metre of suiting
• 0.25 metre of lycra
• or you can purchase a pack on the day for £5

Janome sewing machines will be provided on the day along with a hot drink. You will also receive a 10% discount card to use in-store.

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Tutor : Corrie Robinson

I was a professional dressmaker for over 20 years, working from my studio in Prestatyn, North Wales. I specialised in Bridal and Aerial wear, so from satin to stretch. I retired in 2020, so I could focus more on my teaching.

My classes are designed to pass on the skills I learnt over the years. So my students can progress in their own sewing, from beginners to advanced. I have taught with Abakhan fabrics for over 18 years now and have a passion for teaching dressmaking and sewing.

My classes are designed to be fun as well as informative, giving you as much knowledge as I can and helping to further your sewing skills. It’s all about time and practice plus a few handy cheat tips! I love dressmaking and I’m passionate about teaching, so hopefully the 2 combined gives you a great source to draw from, whether it’s making your own trousers to putting in zips. I look forward to seeing you all soon.