Would you like to give an old tablecloth a new life? In this hands-on workshop, we will transform tablecloths into one-of-a-kind shirts. You will be guided through each step of the process, from thoughtfully placing pattern pieces to highlight existing prints or embroidery, to constructing the garment using the Classic Shirt pattern by Spilt Milk.

By the end of the session, you will leave with new sewing skills, a unique handmade shirt, and the confidence to reimagine everyday household textiles as wearable pieces.

What You Will Learn

• Pattern placement to make the most of prints, borders, and embroidery
• Reading and following a commercial sewing pattern (Classic Shirt by Spilt Milk)
• Garment construction and essential sewing techniques
• Tips for cutting pattern pieces efficiently from existing textiles
• How to cut your fabric accurately

What You Will Need to Bring

• A sewing machine, threaded and in good working order
• If you need to use one of ours, please let us know at the time of booking — machines are limited.
• A basic sewing kit
• One or more tablecloths, depending on size. If you need help deciding how much fabric to bring, feel free to ask us.
• A detailed checklist will be emailed to you after booking.

Level

Next Stage Beginner

You should have basic sewing experience or have completed our Beginners Sewing Class.

Duration

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

Tutor

Elizabeth Edwards
Read more about your teacher HERE.

Additional Information

We aim to complete garments within the workshop time, but this is not always possible. If you don’t finish, we will ensure you leave feeling confident in how to complete your project at home.

A minimum of 4 participants is required for the workshop to run. If this number is not reached two weeks before the workshop, we will offer an alternative date or a full refund if rescheduling is not possible.

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

Please read our Workshop Cancellation Policy before booking.