Beginners Plus Sewing Workshop: A-line skirt

Go from fabric to finished garment

This workshop is designed for people who have used a sewing machine before and are ready to move beyond the basics — someone who wants to walk away with a beautiful, wearable piece they made entirely themselves.

By the end of the afternoon, you'll have created your very own A-line skirt with an inserted zip. This is a small, supportive group with of hands-on guidance throughout .

What you'll learn:

• How to read a sewing pattern
• How to lay, mark, pin and cut fabric
• How to insert a zip — a skill that opens up a whole world of garment making
• How to hem neatly
• How to use different sewing machine feet and when to use them

Everything is provided. All equipment, fabric, pattern, thread and materials are included. Just bring yourself and a readiness to level up your sewing.

This session is for you if:

• 16 years and over
• You've used a sewing machine before and have basic sewing skills
  
• You're ready to bring everything together and make a real garment from start to finish

Date: Saturday 9 May or 13 June 2026

Time: 1:30pm – 4:30pm

Location: Bromley central Library, Bromley, BR1 1EX

Please note: booking closes 3 days before the workshop date. After this point no refund can be issued, as preparations will already be underway. Please ensure you are able to attend before booking