Join our upcoming live Masterclass series:

Brilliant Basics Series 2: Invisible zips

These Masterclasses have been devised to instil both knowledge and confidence when you approach the challenge of installing invisible zips, and to help you achieve a clean, neat finish every time.  We will cover:

  • the assessment of fabrics

  • the importance of careful preparation and setup

  • key equipment needed

  • the importance of accuracy over speed

Zoom webinar links will be sent by email shortly before each Masterclass

Masterclass 1:

10th November, 8pm-9pm UK

Focussing on how woven fabrics respond to invisible zips, and how this might influence the final finish of a tailored garment.  We will also cover the alignment of cross seams when intersected by a zip.

Masterclass 2:

17th November, 8pm-9pm UK

Invisible zips are often incorporated into couture garments, and care is needed particularly when using speciality fabrics.  This Masterclass will focus on the subtle adjustments needed when setting up a zip’s installation, and how to achieve the maximum  control of your fabric

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Brilliant Basics 2: Invisible zips
£30.00

  • 2 Live online Masterclasses (via Zoom)

  • Opportunity to ask questions. in real-time

  • 1 week free access to video recording (after uploading)

  • Start to get to know our amazing, global community

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Useful information:

  • Course fee: £30.00 including limited access to the edited recordings (see below*). Membership discounts will apply.

  • Experience level
    All experience levels welcome.

  • Date(s)
    10th November, 17th November 2026

  • Time
    From 8pm-9pm UK

  • Location
    Online via Zoom (you will receive links by email shortly before the first Masterclass)

* You will be notified when the edited version of each Masterclass has been uploaded, after which you will receive free access for one week.  Subsequently the recordings will be moved to the Membership archive for unlimited viewing.

Materials required for the complete course:

  • 2 invisible/concealed closed end zips, each measuring 8" or 9” (20 cm or 23 cm)

  • 2 pieces of woven fabric, such as a medium weight calico, cotton or wool, measuring 8” x 16” (20 cm x 40 cm).  They should be the sort of fabric you might choose for a day garment, tailored shirt, skirt or trouser.

  • 2 pieces of lightweight fabric, such as silk, jersey or lace, measuring 8” x 16” (20 cm x 40 cm).  It should be the kind of fabric you would use for a special occasion or a couture piece.