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Class Dates: Set 1: Wednesdays : Week 1 - 14th May, Week 2 - 21st May, Week 3 - 28th May Set 2 : Tuesdays: Week 1 - 10th Jun, Week 2 - 17th Jun, Week 3 - 24th Jun Set 3: Thursdays: Week 1 - 24th July, Week 2 - 31st July, Week 3 - 7th August Set 4: Tuesdays: Week 1 - 2nd Sept, Week 2 - 9th Sept, Week 3 - 16th Sept In this 3 day class you will be able to bring in your own dressmaking projects to make under the guidance of our experienced tutor. You will be shown how to measure yourself correctly and choose the correct size to make; how to trace off your pattern pieces and grade or adjust as necessary; and how to assemble your pattern, including using notches, inserting zippers or buttonholes, and finish your seams. Simple patterns suitable for beginners or adventurous beginners are best. If you need guidance picking a pattern then our team in store can help guide you. You will need to provide all your own fabric and notions, again our in store team can assist with understanding fabric and notions charts. You will NOT need to bring a sewing machine or overlocker as these will be provided for your use during the classes. This class is over 3 days on consecutive weeks, you will need to be able to attend all the dates to make the best use of this course. Missed dates cannot be swapped. Never sewn before? Try our beginners class here Supplied: Machines, Scissors, Pins, Tape Measures, Tea and Coffee. Please no not bring additional sewing machines and overlockers. Required: Fabric, Sewing Pattern, Haberdashery, Lunch. Our sewing classes are suitable for anyone over the age of 18. Please be aware : If you book this class, you are booking on the 5 dates for the set listed above. If you cannot make one of the days we cannot transfer you onto alternate dates. Any further queries, please email us at ipswich@franklinsgroup.com Classes are suitable for everyone over the age of 18. To Book a class you can either give us a call on 01473254276, come into store or book online. Information Source: Franklins Ipswich | eventbrite

Come and join us and make a water bottle holder together with your child. We will teach you: Follow a simple pattern Attach fusible fleece interfacing Follow a seam allowance Turn through a bag Attach a strap You will feel comfortable using a machine, so that together we can make a fun Bag by the end of the class. This class is designed to help you gain the confidence you need to continue your sewing journey once you get home. Learning some of the basic rules of sewing will give you the best start to help you flourish in your new hobby. Each ticket covers the use of ONE sewing machine and ONE set of materials for the class. If adults would like to make their own project (not just supervise) another ticket must be purchased. All children aged between 8 - 15 must be accompanied by a responsible adult who will be responsible for their behaviour and safety during the class. Children aged 16-17 do not need an accompanying adult. Supplied: All materials included, students can choose 2 fat quarters to construct their bag from. Required: yourself Any further queries, please email us at ipswich@franklinsgroup.com To Book a class you can either give us a call on 01473254276, come into store or book online. Information Source: Franklins Ipswich | eventbrite

This class is suitable for any machine that has been purchased from Franklins. We will teach you all the basics that you will need to get started on your new machine, including: Threading your machine Winding a bobbin Changing stitches How to use the buttonhole foot How to use the zipper foot Together we will make a small zipper pouch to keep all your sewing kit in. We will also talk about how to care for your machine, discussing sewing machine needles and how/why to change them, along with picking the right needle. This class runs for 2.5 hours. Please bring your sewing machine and all the accessories, along with your manual. PLEASE NOTE: Only sewing machines purchased from a Franklins Group are suitable for this class. Never sewn before? Click Here Supplied: Scissors, Pins, Tape Measures, Tea and Coffee. Required: Your machine, accessories and manual Any further queries, please email us at ipswich@franklinsgroup.com Classes are suitable for everyone over the age of 16. To Book a class you can either give us a call on 01473254276, come into store or book online. Information Source: Franklins Ipswich | eventbrite