Learn to sew- Pyjama Trousers
Make a pair of Pyjama Trousers
Tired of sewing bags and cushions and ready to dive into dressmaking?
Then this is the course for you.
I'll take you step by step through everything you need to know to successfully complete your first dressmaking project. You'll learn how to make a fabulous pair of Ladies Pyjama Trousers with an attached Waistband.( you can also make these for men, but there's no fly!)
At the end of this online course you'll be ready to start dressmaking.
Join me Claire-Louise Hardie and learn to sew clothes!
About your teacher
Claire-Louise Hardie is a seasoned Professional Costumer with an impressive CV and over 20 years experience working around the globe in all aspects of the exciting world of Costume for stage and screen.
From sewing on buttons backstage to teaching sewing: Dressing early morning newscasters: Shortening hot-pants for celebrity workout DVDs, there’s not much sewing Claire-Louise hasn’t done across her rich and varied career
She was the original Sewing Producer ( Mastermind) for The Great British Sewing Bee, and is thrilled that her contribution to the show across the first 4 series has helped to inspire millions of viewers! She's a magazine columnist and has been teaching beginners to sew in London as The Thrifty Stitcher for over 10 years. Her debut book, The Great British Sewing Bee-Fashion with Fabric was voted the best UK sewing book in 2015.
Claire-Louise recently gained a Masters Degree in Pattern and Garment Technology from London College of Fashion
Claire-Louise learnt to sew with her Grand-Mother as a very young child, and was inspired to start dressmaking as a teenager when her “diminutive” height prohibited her from buying mainstream fashion. She has been sewing her own clothes since she was 14. Her passion for fashion is undiminished by her 20 + years as a Professional Stitcher and she's currently learning how to do use 3d digital technology to get patterns to fit well in a more sustainable way.
24 hour a day access!
Once you purchase your course, you can access the videos 24 hours a day, 7 days a week from the comfort of your own home!
Comprehensive video lessons
Watch the video lessons at your own pace, pausing and rewinding if you need to. Videos are all closed captioned for greater accessibility
Downloadable worksheets
Each project video is supported by fully illustrated written worksheets that you can print off and use at the sewing machine!
Here's What You'll Learn
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1
Introduction to Dressmaking
Dive into dressmaking with these basic skills
- How to measure correctly
- Choosing fabric
- Understanding patterns
- Adjusting patterns
- Preparing your fabric
- How to correctly cut out your fabric
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2
Ladies pj trousers with a waistband
Make the perfect pair of pyjama trousers with an elasticated waistband and ribbon drawstring.
- Learn a simple method of trouser construction
- Insert buttonholes
- Create and attach a waistband
- Sew narrow double folded hems
BONUS MODULE!
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1
How to make and apply piping
Piping is a great way to make your sewing look that little bit more professional!
SPECIAL WINTER
BONUS MODULE!
LEARN TO SEW MEN'S BOXER SHORTS
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2
How to make men's boxer shorts
Improve your basic skills with a fly opening. Men's boxer shorts are a great introduction to sewing menswear
- Construct a fly fastening
- Create and attach a waistband
- Thread up elastic
- Sew narrow double folded hems
Key points of note about this course
- Lifetime access for as long as I'm in business!
- Classes delivered via in depth videos you can watch at home
- Inclusive downloadable worksheets
- Tuition provided by a leading sewing industry expert
- Training based around 7 years of face to face lessons in London
- You only need a few basic tools to get started!
- No deadlline to complete the course
- Excellent value for money
- 30 day money back guarentee if you don't love this course!
Regular Updates
We are constantly refining our teaching materials, and they are reviewed and updated regularly.
Wonderful Team
The “Learn to Sew with a Pro” Team uses expert consultants to provide the very best illustrations, videography, fabrics and tuition.
Great Community
Claire-Louise is an avid social media user, and we stay connected to tutors and sewing enthusiasts around the globe.
Fun Facts!
We have taught over 5000 beginners to learn to sew!
Get in touch
If you get stuck, help is just an e mail away!
100% Top Rated
As one of the oldest private sewing schools in London we’ve seen many happy students return again and again. If you don’t love our course we’ll refund within 30 days!
Reviews From Happy Students
"This class is without doubt the perfect introduction to learning how to sew. Not only are the instructions, clear and easy to understand, the tips and tricks are incredibly useful. Claire-Louise is a wonderful teacher, and it is clear she is not only incredibly talented, but has a wonderful passion and understanding for teaching. I would recommend this class to anyone who has an interest in sewing, but be warned, you will want to do every class once you have finished this one."
Anna
"A great class - clear instructions and a great teacher. The sessions was very practical, with great hands-on practice and repetition. Thoroughly recommended!"
Lindsey
"Excellent class, I would recommend this class for all beginners and the not so beginners.
Fun, easy to learn, and great advice. I now have the skills I need to start basic projects . Will be signing up for more classes .
You have nothing to lose but a lot to learn."Jacqueline
"Claire-Louise is a very enthusiastic teacher who shares a wealth of knowledge and useful tips in her video courses. She takes it at a slow pace ideal for beginners and makes sure that every single step is clearly demonstrated. The next best thing to taking an in person class with her."
Fiona
This class is amazing value at just £14.99 including not just one, but 2 in depth video project training courses, including downloadable multi-sized patterns.
100% Satisfaction Guarantee
We are confident that you will love learning to sew with us, so we offer a 30 day money back guarantee if you fail to learn to sew after following our lessons. We would only ask that you show us some of your failed sewing exercises / projects before we issue the refund
Business Info
Learn to sew with a pro is the online branch of The Thrifty Stitcher, a North london sewing school. We have been teaching and inspiring beginners to sew since 2009.
Support
hello@learntosewwithapro.com