Tailored Shirt Workshop : with Ron Collins : starts Tuesday October 15, 10am-5pm for 4 consecutive days - the workroom

Tailored Shirt Workshop : with Ron Collins : starts Tuesday October 15, 10am-5pm for 4 consecutive days

Name: Tailored Shirt Workshop : with Ron Collins : starts Tuesday October 15, 10am-5pm for 4 consecutive days
Brand: the workroom
SKU: 10/15/24 - Tailored Shirt - Ron Collins
Price: 800.0 CAD
Availability: OutOfStock

$800.00 CAD

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THE WORKROOM PARKDALE : This workshop is scheduled to take place in our new studio at 207 Cowan Avenue, Unit A. We can't wait to welcome you there!

Join our special guest instructor, Ron Collins, for his Tailored Shirt Workshop.

Learn and apply the latest construction techniques not found in pattern instructions and understand how to modify your pattern for a desired fit. Ron will guide you through adjustments for a narrow or sloping shoulder, high or low bust, large upper arm, sway back, broad or narrow back and much more.

Grasp ready-to-wear tricks on half bulk collar points and collar bands, clean edge facings, non-stretch out bias cut and double yolks, one piece sleeve plackets, cool seam finishes, button holes and professional results working with fusible interfacings and other stylish details.

This garment class meets each day for four consecutive days, beginning Tuesday October 15, 16, 17 & 18.
There will be a one hour lunch break each day.

Instructor : Ron Collins
Prerequisite : Previous garment making experience required for this intensive apparel workshop.

Registration fee includes workshop. Pattern and supplies to be purchased seperately.

CLASS SUPPLIES : Class fees include workshop registration and in-shop use of sewing machines and irons. All supplies, materials and personal tools are to be provided by each student, unless otherwise specified. Upon enrolment, a Class Confirmation and Supply List will be emailed by our shop team so that these items can be gathered or purchased prior to the class. We welcome a visit, call or email with any questions regarding this workshop and the required supplies prior to registration.

CANCELLATION POLICY : Class fees are non-refundable. Any cancellations or changes to your registration must be done at least 72 hours prior to the class start date in order to be issued a store credit. Cancellations that are made less than 72 hours before the class start date and students who do not show up to class will forfeit their class fee.

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Skills + Techniques

Through this workshop series you will learn the following skills:

Learn and apply the latest construction techniques not found in pattern instructions
Understand how to modify your pattern for a desired fit
Adjustments for a narrow or sloping shoulder, high or low bust, large upper arm, sway back, broad or narrow back
Ready-to-wear tricks on half bulk collar points and collar bands, clean edge facings, non-stretch out bias cut and double yolks
One piece sleeve plackets
Cool seam finishes
Machine button holes
Professional results working with fusible interfacings
Machine sewing a buttonhole

Handmade Wardrobe

Learn to craft your handmade wardrobe with the workroom.

Whether you are a beginner or looking to build skills and confidence, the workroom has a variety of workshops on our roster for you. We carefully select projects and patterns that will foster your creativity and meet you where you're at in your sewing journey.

the workroom studio

Our bright Parkdale Studio is equipped with Bernina sewing machines and sergers, large cutting tables and ironing stations. Students will also learn to use specialty presser feet, essential sewing machine features as required for their class project.

the workroom is an authorized Bernina dealer. If you're looking for your first sewing machine or an upgrade, our workshops are a great opportunity to see why we love the Bernina brand. The quality of these machines, along with the great features and accessories make them a pleasure to sew with.

Students have complimentary access to the sewing studio until completion of their class project.