Description
Where: The Clay Factory, Redlake Trading Estate, Ivybridge PL21 0EZ (free parking)
(free parking)
When: starts Thursday evening 5th of Feb. 2026, 6pm-9pm (for 5 consecutive Thursdays) – total 15h
Maximum class size: up to 6 people
Skill level: LEVEL 2 – BEGINNER (You’re comfortable sewing straight lines and curves, but haven’t yet explored presser feet or different techniques) To understand our skill levels, please refer to our guide here.
What you will make: Piped cushion, boxed cushion, pencil pleat curtain and roman blind (these will be small sample sizes)
What you learn:
Day 1: Piped Cushion
- how to insert zipper
- add piping
Day 2: Boxed cushion
- Fabric calculations and pattern
- Cutting out the pieces
- Inserting the zip
- Put it all together
Day 3: Basic lined curtain
- Guidance on curtain headings
- Learn how to accurately calculate amount of fabric needed
- Cut and measure fabric
Day 4 – 5: Roman Blind
- How to calculate materials needed
- Learn how to accurately calculate folds
- Measure and Cut fabric
- How to hang your blind
At the end you will have a basic understanding of how to make a roman blind and how to use the hardware so you can make your own blinds at home.
*Please note you will be making a sample curtain and blind – not a real size.
To bring: Your sewing machine and any tool you like using. Please also bring long ruler or set square.
Provided: Written instructions sheets and all the materials. Threads, needles, tape measures, lining and more can be purchased during your sessions.
Tea/coffee and biscuits to keep you going.
Teresa –
I learnt so much with Magda on this course. I initially did the sewing basics then straight into the Soft Furnishings Course. Magda soon makes you feel confident and at ease. The teaching is relaxed, friendly, fun and enjoyable. Every question is answered with a clear explanation, I have learnt so much. I love the sample curtain and blind I made. A clear reminder of the skills I have learnt, without the expense of buying metres of fabric. I love my new scatter cushions and can’t wait to make more. A really well thought out course. I would highly recommend Sewansome.