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Technical Tuesday: BIAS BINDING

£40.00

Where and When

Radio Room, Islesburgh Centre, Lerwick.

Tuesday 17th March, 7pm - 9:30pm.

About the Class

Bias binding is a great use for scrap fabrics, and can be used as a decorative detail or an essential tool in the neat finishing of edges, facings or curved hems. But handling its natural stretch can be tricky - use it badly and you’ll be left with ripples and puckers, spoiling the overall look of a garment. 

For the fifth and final of our Technical Tuesdays this Spring, we’ll look at how to make your own bias binding before learning how to use it in a variety of ways. You’ll make faced hems and bound hems, before moving on to more challenging curves and mitred corners. 

This is a short and detailed class, and participants are expected to have some basic knowledge of how to use a sewing machine. If you’d like to improve your sewing machine knowledge to prepare for this class, you may like to attend a Get to Know a Sewing Machine class before you come. 


What You’ll Learn

  • How to make bias binding

  • Faced hems

  • Bound hems - straights, curves and corners


What’s Included:

  • Calico fabric for making samples

  • Fabric scraps for making contrast bindings

  • Thread

  • Access to a Singer Heavy Duty 4423 Sewing Machine

  • Access to an iron and ironing board

  • Access to basic sewing tools: paper scissors, pins, needles, fabric shears, tailor’s chalk, measuring tape, unpicker

  • Tea/Coffee and some sweet treats


What to Bring:

  • Pencil case and optional sketchbook

  • OPTIONAL: Fabric scraps if you have something you’d specifically like to use for your binding. 

  • OPTIONAL: Bring your own basic sewing kit and/or sewing machine if you’d prefer to use your own. I’d recommend using your own cutting tools wherever possible. 



Questions?

If you’d like to know more about any of our classes, feel free to get in touch.


Where and When

Radio Room, Islesburgh Centre, Lerwick.

Tuesday 17th March, 7pm - 9:30pm.

About the Class

Bias binding is a great use for scrap fabrics, and can be used as a decorative detail or an essential tool in the neat finishing of edges, facings or curved hems. But handling its natural stretch can be tricky - use it badly and you’ll be left with ripples and puckers, spoiling the overall look of a garment. 

For the fifth and final of our Technical Tuesdays this Spring, we’ll look at how to make your own bias binding before learning how to use it in a variety of ways. You’ll make faced hems and bound hems, before moving on to more challenging curves and mitred corners. 

This is a short and detailed class, and participants are expected to have some basic knowledge of how to use a sewing machine. If you’d like to improve your sewing machine knowledge to prepare for this class, you may like to attend a Get to Know a Sewing Machine class before you come. 


What You’ll Learn

  • How to make bias binding

  • Faced hems

  • Bound hems - straights, curves and corners


What’s Included:

  • Calico fabric for making samples

  • Fabric scraps for making contrast bindings

  • Thread

  • Access to a Singer Heavy Duty 4423 Sewing Machine

  • Access to an iron and ironing board

  • Access to basic sewing tools: paper scissors, pins, needles, fabric shears, tailor’s chalk, measuring tape, unpicker

  • Tea/Coffee and some sweet treats


What to Bring:

  • Pencil case and optional sketchbook

  • OPTIONAL: Fabric scraps if you have something you’d specifically like to use for your binding. 

  • OPTIONAL: Bring your own basic sewing kit and/or sewing machine if you’d prefer to use your own. I’d recommend using your own cutting tools wherever possible. 



Questions?

If you’d like to know more about any of our classes, feel free to get in touch.


Technical Tuesday: DARTS!
Technical Tuesday: DARTS!
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TERMS AND CONDITIONS

1. Booking & PaymentFull payment is required at the time of booking to secure your spot.

  • Spaces are limited and allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.

2. Cancellations & Refunds

  • Cancellations made more than 14 days before the workshop date will receive a full refund.

  • No refunds will be issued for cancellations made less than 14 days before the workshop.

  • In the unlikely event that the workshop is cancelled by the organiser, a full refund will be issued, or the option to reschedule will be offered.

3. Attendance

  • Please arrive on time. To ensure that everyone completes the full class, we will start on time. 

  • No-shows are not eligible for a refund or reschedule.

4. Materials & Equipment

  • Tools and equipment specified above are provided by Shetland Stitch Club.

  • Equipment must be treated with care, and as instructed. Participants may be liable for damage caused by misuse. You may bring your own sewing equipment if you prefer. 

  • Shetland Stitch Club will provide tracing paper and cotton wadding. Fabric should be provided by participants, unless alternative arrangements for the purchasing of fabric have been made in advance of the course starting. 

5. Health & Safety

  • Please inform us of any allergies or medical conditions we should be aware of.

  • Participants will be given a short demonstration, including Health and Safety information, before being allowed to use the tools and equipment. Participants agree to use the machinery safely, and as per the demonstration. Shetland Stitch Club is not liable for any injury or harm incurred during the event.

6. Photography & Social Media

  • Photos may be taken during the workshop for promotional purposes. Please inform us if you prefer not to be photographed.

7. Accessibility & Special Needs

  • We aim to make our workshops inclusive. If you have specific accessibility needs, please contact us in advance so we can accommodate you.

8. Age Policy

  • This workshop is suitable for adults and teens (ages 14+), unless otherwise specified.

By booking a place in the workshop, you agree to these terms and conditions.


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