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Trouser Pattern Making Workshop
Create your own perfectly fitting trousers, no guesswork, no wasted fabric.
Service Description
Join me, Katie, for a two-day hands-on workshop where you’ll draft and sew your own custom trouser block, the foundation for trousers that actually fit you perfectly. Across the two days, we’ll create a toile (mock-up) tailored to your personal measurements. This will become your go-to pattern for future designs or a reliable reference for adjusting commercial trouser patterns that just don’t fit quite right. ⸻ 🗓️ Upcoming Dates & Locations All sessions run 9:30 – 16:00 each day 📍 Frill & Flounce, Wyke - Tuesday 3rd & Tuesday 10th March 2026 (spread over two Tuesdays — ideal for absorbing everything at your own pace) 📍 Stitch Make Create, Horbury - Friday 24th & Saturday 25th April 2026 ⸻ One-to-one or Private small Group booking available on request. Email beforeyoustitch@icloud.com for further information on this. ⸻ ✂️ What You’ll Learn Day 1: Introduction to blocks and their purpose Taking accurate body measurements Drafting your trouser block Sewing your first toile (mock-up) Making fitting adjustments and pattern refinements Day 2: Constructing your second toile Perfecting the fit Learning how to adapt your block for different designs Understanding how to use your individual block for future makes ⸻ 🧵 What’s Included Use of sewing machines and essential equipment Fabric and materials for your toile Step-by-step guidance and demonstrations from me (Bring along your favourite tools if you’d like — there’s nothing like your own trusty shears!) ⸻ 💬 What Students Say “I finally understand how to get trousers to fit! Katie’s teaching is clear, practical, and confidence-boosting.” — Sarah, previous attendee ⸻ 💡 Booking Info ⭐ £115 per person A £35 non-refundable deposit secures your place. You can spread the cost — just email me at beforeyoustitch@icloud.com. The remaining balance is refundable up to 2 weeks before the workshop begins. If something unexpected comes up, just get in touch — we’ll work something out. Happy Sewing
Cancellation Policy
Eligible to full refund except the deposit anytime until 2 weeks before start of the workshop. Unfortunately if canceling within the 2 weeks before the start of workshop will result in no refund. If you do find yourself in a position where you do have to cancel please contact me as I will do my best to find a solution with you.