Sew Your Own Japanese Cross Back Apron
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EmailImprove your dressmaking skills with this Japanese cross back apron sewing workshop at Creative Space! Known as ‘Maekake’, these practical aprons were traditionally used as a work garment and made from old sails for fishermen to wear whilst out at sea.
This beautiful apron is the perfect garment to serve you in your daily household chores, gardening, or creative endeavours and features two large front pockets so your essentials are close at hand. Comfortable, absorbent and easy to wear, it is sure to be a wardrobe essential for years to come!
In this full-day workshop, Lauren will expertly guide you through the process of creating your very own beautiful Japanese apron. Learn how to cut out a pattern from your own fabric along with sewing a variety of seams and finishings.
Sewing machines and accessories will be provided, however you are also welcome to bring your own, please advise on booking.
What you’ll learn:
- How to cut a pattern from fabric
- Different sewing techniques
- Using interfacing
- Finishing seams
- How to use an overlocker
This sewing workshop is ideal for anyone who has a little bit of experience but would like some guidance to help build their confidence in basic dressmaking techniques. If you need that little extra push to dust off your sewing machine then this is the perfect opportunity!
Please bring your fabric of choice. Your host recommends either cotton, linen or blended fabric. Knitted fabric (eg. jersey) is not suitable.
It is advised to pre-wash the fabric before cutting in order to obtain optimal shrinkage during future use of apron. Sizing information and fabric requirements will be emailed to you on booking.
“I recently did the apron making workshop with Lauren and it was simply great! Lauren is a brilliant (and patient) teacher, and with her guidance I managed to sew a beautiful Japanese cross back apron. The workshop was fun, friendly, relaxed, very informative, well-structured and well-paced, with a great musical soundtrack! Lauren is a very skilled seamstress and teacher. She is funny, kind, supportive and full of handy sewing tips and tricks! She helped me to improve my somewhat rudimentary sewing skills and I would highly recommend her workshop!” - Hanne Rysgaard
Age restrictions: 16+
| Adult (1) | £75 |
What people are saying
Jun 2024
Very enjoyable sewing class with Lauren. Made a Japanese styled apron. I would highly recommend.😀
Sep 2023
Lauren is a lovely host, very friendly, helpful and a patient teacher. I greatly enjoyed the work...
How to get there
Facilities
- Parking
- Refreshments available
- Toilets
- Wheelchair accessible
- WiFi
On the day
- Please arrive 10 minutes early for a prompt start.
- There is ample free parking on the streets outside the venue.
- We will have a 30 minute lunch break so please bring your own lunch or you can buy something on the High Street which is a 5 minute walk away.
- There is coffee and tea facilities at the venue.
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You'll be hosted by
Lauren Holloway
Designer and Maker Lauren Holloway has been running her own slow-fashion handbag and accessory brand since 2013. Lauren specialises in making sustainable bags, purses, laptop cases and toiletry storage, all handcrafted in her Bristol-based studio. She has extensive knowledge and experience in designing patterns and sewing anything from coin purses to backpacks. Lauren offers a range of sewing workshops from beginner to intermediate level, where participants can learn the basics of using a domestic sewing machine, brush up on existing sewing skills or develop new techniques to improve their craft. You’ll leave the workshop with new-found knowledge and inspiration for future projects plus you’ll take home a beautiful handmade bag you can enjoy for years to come.
Any questions?
Ask your question directly to Lauren Holloway.