Take the fear out of fastenings in this focused workshop all about zips and buttonholes—two essential techniques for confident dressmaking and home sewing.

Perfect for beginners or anyone looking to refine their skills, this class will cover:

How to insert zips (including standard and invisible zippers)
How to sew neat, reliable buttonholes using your machine
Tips on marking, measuring, and placement for a professional finish
Practice on sample pieces so you feel ready to apply these skills to your next project

Whether you’ve been avoiding zips or dreading buttonholes, this class will help you overcome the nerves and give you the know-how to tackle them with confidence.

Walk away with new techniques under your belt and the confidence to add zips and buttonholes to your sewing projects with ease!

Skill level : Basic sewing machine skills required.

What to bring:

30cm of Calico
1 x 16” Invisible zip
2 x 8” Dress zips
20cm light weight interfacing

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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Zips & Buttonhole Class at Abakhan at Shrewsbury