Churidaar
AGE 18+ WOMEN ONLY
This course suits learners with machine sewing experience and/or those new to pattern drafting and dressmaking. It is also ideal for intermediate to advanced learners who want to increase their knowledge of pattern drafting and garment construction skills and techniques.Â
Our courses are designed to suit your needs. For the experienced sewist, you may only want to learn how to draft the pattern; alternatively, you can opt for the Combo, which teaches both pattern drafting and garment construction.Â
Key Learning
- Identify measurements needed to make a churidaar
- Demonstrate an ability to take specific bodice measurements
- Calculate measurements
- Draft a churidaar pattern
- Understand method of fabric laying and cutting
- Make a churidar with an elasticated waistband
You will need to bring
Please do not bring heavy, stretchy or silky fabric.Â
- Pattern drafting paper or a plain roll of white/brown paper
- 2.5m to 3m (60" wide) cotton or lawn fabric
- 1m to 2m elastic (width of your choice)
- Matching colour thread
Tools and equipment will be provided; we cannot accommodate using your sewing machine.
Tea and coffee will be provided; you are welcome to bring refreshments. The Combo Workshop will have a break to eat, so please bring your own lunch.
Location
91 Ayres Road, Manchester, M16 7GS
Weekday daytime course: £70.00
| Lesson 1 | Wednesday | 14/05/25 | 10am to 1:00pm |
| Lesson 2 | Wednesday | 21/05/25 | 10am to 1:00pm |
Weekday evening course: £85.00
| Lesson 1 | Wednesday | 14/05/25 | 5:30pm to 8:30pm |
| Lesson 2 | Wednesday | 21/05/25 | 5:30pm to 8:30pm |
Weekend course: £100.00
| Lesson 1 | Saturday | 10/05/25 | 10am to 1:00pm |
| Lesson 2 | Saturday | 17/05/25 | 10am to 1:00pm |