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Thursday, 23 February 2017

Circle skirt making workshop




Learn how to make your own made-to-measure,1950's style circle skirt in a day!
You will learn essential sewing skills including how to turn your measurements into a simple pattern, how to hem a curve, how to create a comfortable waistband with button fastening, and will leave wearing your very own custom-made, fabulous skirt!


Whether you are an advanced beginner or have never sewn before, I will talk you through every step of making a circle skirt in detail to leave you with skills that will help with your future projects.


Sunday 19th March 10am-5pm

Location: Nim Burgin Studio, 27 Murray Street, M7 2DX
Workshop cost: £40 including refreshments throughout the day

Please send an email to nim@nimburgin.com to book your place.
Workshop sizes are kept small to ensure a high level of personal tuition.

You will need to bring:


  • Sewing machine (limited number available if needed)
  • Basic sewing kit (thread, scissors, pins, etc)
  • 3 meters of your chosen fabric (non-stretch)
  • A button (small range available from me at no extra cost)

Circle skirts

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