Jersey Sewing Workshop – Make Your Own Hoodie or Sweater

Sewing with jersey can feel intimidating—but it doesn’t have to be! This workshop is designed to take the fear out of stretch fabrics by giving you the knowledge, confidence, and hands-on experience needed to sew beautiful jersey garments.

With three different patterns to choose from, you can select the project that best suits your style and sewing experience. It also makes this workshop ideal for attending with a friend, even if you're at different stages in your sewing journey.

Pattern Options

Billie Sweater – Tilly and the Buttons - designed for people who have never sewn with jersey before. 

A cosy, modern jumper pattern that's ideal for everyday wear. In this class, you'll make the jumper version with simple sleeves (not the gathered sleeve option), learning jersey sewing techniques as well as how to attach ribbing for a clean, professional finish.

Page Hoodie – Chalk and Notch - for that next step in jersey sewing. 

A modern cropped hooded sweatshirt that's perfect for anyone looking to build their confidence sewing with jersey. Choose between a classic banded hem or a drawstring hem, and personalise your hoodie with one of three interchangeable sleeve styles. You'll learn techniques for sewing knit fabrics, attaching a hood, and achieving a professional finish with bands or drawstring casings. This can be made longer if you would prefer a longer hoodie. 

Men's Rebel Raglan - Wardrobe by Me - drafted for a looser fit. 

Men's Rebel Raglan sewing pattern from Wardrobe by Me. The Rebel Raglan is a classic sweatshirt with a crew neckline, front triangle detail, raglan sleeves and ribbed trim. The pattern also includes the option to add a hood and front kangaroo pocket to make a hoodie.

If you're unsure which pattern is right for you, simply chat with us when booking—we're happy to help you choose.

What to Expect

Your day will begin with a discussion of your chosen pattern, how to measure yourself correctly, and how to select the right size. From there, you'll trace your pattern, pin it to your fabric, transfer markings, and cut out your pieces.

After a 30-minute lunch break, you'll move on to construction, where you'll be guided through each stage of sewing your chosen garment. Depending on your pattern, you'll learn techniques such as attaching a hood, sewing ribbing, inserting sleeves, adding cuffs, creating drawstring casings, and achieving neat, professional finishes throughout.

What You'll Learn

(Depending on the pattern you choose)

• Choosing the correct size for your body
• Making simple pattern adjustments
• Altering pattern length
• Cutting out knit fabrics accurately
• Transferring pattern markings
• Pattern matching (where applicable)
• Choosing the correct needles and stitches for jersey fabrics
• Sewing with stretch fabrics confidently
• Hemming knit garments
• Applying ribbing and cuffs
• Constructing a hood or neckline
• Inserting sleeves
• Professional finishing techniques

What You'll Need to Bring

• A sewing machine, threaded and in good working order
  (If you need to use one of ours, please let us know when booking—machines are limited.)
• Basic sewing kit
• Fabric and notions for your chosen pattern in your selected size

A detailed requirements list will be emailed to you after booking.

Level

Suitable for Next Stage Beginners, Intermediate, or Advanced sewists.

You should have basic sewing experience or have completed one of our Beginners Sewing Classes.

Duration

10:15am – 5:00pm, including a 30-minute lunch break.

Tutor

Angela Best or Diane Taylor

Read more about your teacher HERE.

Additional Information

We aim to complete garments during the workshop, but this isn't always possible. If you don't quite finish, we'll ensure you leave with the skills and confidence to complete your project at home.

A minimum of four participants is required for the workshop to run. If this number isn't reached one week before the workshop, we'll offer you an alternative date or a full refund if rescheduling isn't possible.

Bring a friend and receive 10% off both bookings using the code TWOTOGETHER.

Please read our Workshop Cancellation Policy before booking.

Testimonial

"I attended the Jersey Workshop yesterday (a Christmas present from my son and his partner) and came away walking on air. I've been sewing all my life but had recently lost confidence after a number of failed projects. Angela, our fabulously knowledgeable tutor, taught us how to adjust a pattern for a made-to-measure fit and how to handle and respect different types of fabrics. I learned so much and left with a finished garment I was delighted with. I'll certainly be looking out for more courses run by Make!"