S.O. Sew Dressmaking
Take your first steps in your dressmaking journey or tackle your first pair of trousers in this one day workshop making the Vivian Shao Chen Bisque Trousers.
This pattern is one of my most made (after my own patterns!) and has become one of the most reliable pieces in my wardrobe. It features a wide leg or tapered leg view, plus the option to make shorts. With pleats at the front and darts at the back, the elasticated waistband doesn't feel too bulky.
This style of trouser will work in your wardrobe all year round depending on your fabric choice.
Key Skills -
- How to choose your size,
- How to sew darts,
- How to sew pleats,
- How to sew 2 types of pockets,
- How to hem a garment,
- How to insert elastic into a waist channel.
You will need to bring your sewing machine, tools (i.e scissors, pins, etc.), suitable fabric, thread and lunch.
The elastic, printed pattern and instructions will be provided, along with tea/coffee and snacks.
If you cannot source your own fabric please get in touch and we can supply this for you for an extra charge.
Suitable fabrics - linen or linen blends, chambray, lightweight denim, tencel, viscose twill, lightweight suiting, cotton poplin.
Level - Beginners
Dates - Sunday 9th August 2026
Time- 10am-4.30pm
Location - Dan Rice Hall, Drumaness
Price - £110 in total, £50 deposit required initially with remaining balance paid prior to the workshop (this can be paid in installments). If you have already purchased the pdf pattern please select this option, a printed copy of the pattern and instructions will still be supplied.
*Please note depending on how quickly the class progresses you may have some steps to finish working on at home.
Please get in touch if you have any questions or to book you spot.
