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Overlocker skills – t-shirt

Franklins Ipswich, Ipswich

Information - Overlocker skills – t-shirt

Learn to make a simple raglan t-shirt. A perfect introduction to stretch fabrics.
If you are looking to start making your own wardrobe, or are looking for an introduction to sewing with stretch fabrics then this class will be perfect for you. It is perfect for those with an overlocker but haven’t tried making clothes yet, you will use one of our classroom overlockers to construct your garment. Hemming and finishing will be on our sewing machines.

This course will teach you how to make a raglan t-shirt. You will learn:

Tracing pattern pieces
Understanding pattern markings
How to measure yourself, pick a size or grade
cut and handle stretch fabrics to get the best results.
How to measure your seam allowance
Overlocker – Pick a suitable stitch length, width and differential feed
Sewing Machine – Picking a needle, suitable stretch stitch.
Sewing machine – hemming and top stitching
If you have had an overlocker or sewing machine for a while but were reluctant to start sewing stretch fabrics, then this class will give you the confidence to start making your own clothing at home.

Suitable fabrics include cotton lycra, cotton interlock, viscose elastane, jersey. Non-stretch fabrics will not be suitable for this class, nor will heavier weight stretch fabrics such as French terry/loop back, sweatshirting etc.