Florence Top : Virtual Workshop : Starts Saturday February 7, 11am-2pm for 3 weeks
Florence Top · Virtual Workshop
Starts Saturday, February 7 · 9 - 11am ET · 3 weeks
$150 · Only $125 for Studio Members · [Learn more about membership →]
Studio Membership Perks
Studio members receive $25 off every workshop, free access to our Mini Makes series, early access to preorders and sales, plus a supportive online community to sew and share with.
Workshop Description
The Merchant & Mills Florence Top is a beautifully simple A-line silhouette with soft gathers and a graceful shape that works in a wide range of fabrics. Light and airy in linen or voile, more structured in chambray or lawn, it’s a pattern that looks effortless but teaches several foundational sewing skills along the way.
In this workshop, I’ll sew the full garment from start to finish, offering detailed demonstrations while sharing my complete thought process. You’ll see how I interpret the pattern, evaluate each step, troubleshoot in real time, and make construction decisions. My aim is to help you understand not only how to sew the Florence Top, but why each step matters, so you can carry these skills confidently into future garments.
Over three live Zoom sessions, we’ll work through the entire construction with a focus on accuracy, clean finishing, and thoughtful technique choices for both new and returning sewists.
What You’ll Learn
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How to read and understand garment pattern instructions
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Preparing and cutting gathered pieces for accuracy
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Sewing and distributing gathers evenly
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Attaching facings and understitching for a clean neckline
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Seam finishing options for a polished interior
- How to machine sew Buttonholes
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Troubleshooting and decision-making throughout the build
What You’ll Get
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6 hours of live instruction over 3 weeks
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Multi-camera demos (top-down, machine view, table view)
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Replay access to every session
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A dedicated online workshop space for posting progress, asking questions, and connecting with other makers
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Lifetime access to all Florence Top replays and resources
Sizing, Fit & First Class Preparation
Please have your pattern and fabric on hand for our first session.
We begin every garment workshop with a focused review of measurements, sizing, ease, and preparation before any cutting begins.
Understanding size charts, finished garment measurements, and the pattern’s intended fit is an important part of learning this pattern and a core skill you’ll take into every garment you sew.
We’ll walk through these decisions together in class so you feel clear and confident about how to approach your version of Florence.
Fit Note
We’ll discuss general fit and simple adjustments. More involved, personalized fitting is beyond the scope of a Zoom workshop.
Pattern Requirement
The Merchant & Mills Florence Top pattern is required for this workshop.
You can purchase it directly from the workroom:
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Printed Paper Pattern (while quantities last)
If you choose the PDF, you may upload your A0 file to us for wide-format printing, or print the tiled version at home.
Please ensure you have your pattern ready before the first class.
Build your sewing skills from the ground up.
Our Sewing Machine Essentials and Serger Essentials Clubs are the perfect starting point for any sewist. These friendly, supportive spaces give you the skills and confidence to use your machines with ease and they’re just the beginning. As part of our growing series of virtual workshops, you’ll have more ways than ever to learn, connect, and make something wonderful.
