Six Panel Skirt

Suitable for

Learners aged 18+ who have some machine sewing experience and/or are new to pattern drafting and dressmaking. It is also suitable for intermediate to advanced learners who want to increase their pattern drafting and garment construction knowledge.

Completing the BASIC SKIRT BLOCK PATTERN WORKSHOP is highly recommended before attending this course. This will result in a better-fitting garment and help you understand the pattern drafting process.

Our courses are designed to suit your needs. You can learn how to draft the pattern, sew*, or opt for the Combo, which offers both options.

*The sew option is only available to learners who have attended pattern drafting with us. We will not teach you how to sew from a pattern sourced elsewhere.

Key Learning

Identify measurements needed to make a six-panel skirt
Demonstrate an ability to take specific bodice measurements
Understand how to calculate measurements
Draft a six-panel skirt pattern
Fabric laying and cutting
Skirt and waistband construction
Invisible zip insertion

You will need to bring

Please do not bring heavy, stretchy or silky fabric

Pattern draftng paper or a roll of plain white/brown paper
3m to 4m of light to medium weight cotton, lawn
1m fusible interfacing
Matching colour thread
23cm/9" invisible zip (not a standard zip)

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, please bring your lunch.

Location

91 Ayres Road, Manchester, M16 7GS

Weekday daytime course: £85.00

Lesson 1	Friday	25/04/25	10am to 12.30pm
Lesson 2	Friday	02/05/25	10am to 12.30pm
Lesson 3	Friday	09/05/25	10am to 12.30pm

Weekday evening course: £103.75

Lesson 1	Friday	25/04/25	5.30pm to 8.30pm
Lesson 2	Friday	02/05/25	5.30pm to 8.30pm
Lesson 3	Friday	09/05/25	5.30pm to 8.30pm

Weekend course: £122.50

Lesson 1	Sunday	27/04/25	10am to 1:45pm
Lesson 2	Sunday	04/05/25	10am to 1:45pm