Join our upcoming live Masterclass series:
From Fabric to Finish: A simple summer top
Over the course of three Masterclasses, together we will build a simple summer top - from start to finish- that will carry you through many seasons. Within this course Carol will include:
how to adapt a standard commercial pattern to accommodate your own design features and fit requirements
neck finishings, collars and facings
keyhole closures
french and flat felled seam construction
bias cuts and stabilisers
gathered sections
All levels of ability are welcome!
Zoom webinar links will be sent by email shortly before each Masterclass
Masterclass 1:
Layout and cutting
14th July, 8pm-9pm BST
In this Masterclass we’ll explore our chosen patterns and focus on:
Layout
Cutting
Transfer of pattern markings, inlays
Facings
Hem treatment
Masterclass 2:
Sections and structure
21st July, 8pm-9pm BST
In our second Masterclass we’ll be developing our:
Darts
Armholes
Necklines
Seam structure
Application of facings and trims
Masterclass 3:
Final finishing
28th July, 8pm-9pm BST
As we reach the home stretch we’ll attend to the final refinements:
Hems
Fasteners and closures
Hand finishing
3 Live online Masterclasses (via Zoom)
Opportunity to ask questions. in real-time
Start to get to know our amazing, global community
Enrol now!
Useful information:
Experience level
All experience levels welcome!Date(s)
14th July, 21st July, 28th July 2026Time
From 8pm-9pm BSTLocation
Online via Zoom (you’ll receive links once you enrol)
Materials required:
A pattern of your choice - for men or women
Fabric - quantity as recommended by your pattern
Trimmings as indicated by your pattern, (or by your own design ideas)